Explore the World in One Country: Swiss Travel Pass Gives You an Extra Day for Free

By MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Network, Reported by Chen Guanxin

 

Exploring Switzerland, known as the “world in one country,” is surely a dream for many—especially riding scenic trains through the mountains, capturing breathtaking Swiss views through spacious windows, or taking ferries across lakes to admire fairy-tale-like snowy peaks, villages, and meadows, which is sure to tug at your heartstrings. Worried about the high cost of train and ferry tickets? The Swiss Travel Pass (Swiss Pass), offered by the Swiss Travel System, has a special promotion from now until December 27. Purchase a 4-day consecutive pass and you’ll get an extra day for free, allowing unlimited rides on Swiss domestic trains, buses, lake cruises, and public transport in 38 cities within a 5-day validity period. The offer also covers five scenic trains including the GoldenPass Line and 11 routes such as Lake Lugano, so with just one pass, you can explore Switzerland with ease.

The Swiss Travel Pass 4-day consecutive ticket promotion, launched by the Swiss Travel System, is available for ticket purchase from now until December 27, and valid for travel between November 1 and December 31. Within the validity period, the Swiss Travel Pass allows unlimited free rides on Swiss domestic trains, including famous scenic trains such as the GoldenPass Line, Bernina Express, Glacier Express, and William Tell Express, offering stunning views of Switzerland. It also includes free rides on Swiss buses and most lake cruises, as well as free entry to 400 museums. Some mountain railways and city tours also offer half-price discounts. This promotion is only applicable to first-class travel. Adult fare is €363 (approx. NT$14,500), group fare (2–5 people) is €308 per person (approx. NT$12,300), and youth fare (under 26) is €272 per person (approx. NT$11,000). The above fares do not include reservation, meals, or sleeper costs.

 

In addition, the Swiss Travel System will also launch the “2014 Swiss Peak Pass.” With this pass, you can ride cable cars or other transport to reach eight mountain peaks including the Titlis, Säntis, Rothorn, Niesen, Corvatsch, Piz Karda, La Dôle, and the Aletsch Glacier. Among them, the Titlis’ double-decker open-top cable car allows visitors to enjoy the panoramic mountain and lake views from the open second floor. The Swiss Peak Pass must be used together with either a 4-day or 8-day Swiss Travel Pass. The 4-day pass costs €29 (approx. NT$1,200), and the 8-day pass is €49 (approx. NT$2,000). The pass also offers discounts for participating in mountain activities. For ticket information, visit: www.gobytrain.com.tw.

 

 

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