What are the inclusions and exclusions of the SwissPass?
What are the inclusions and exclusions of the SwissPass? Trains and buses in Switzerland are included in the pass. However, seat reservations on panoramic trains are not included. Mountain railways (such as cable cars, funiculars, and rack-and-pinion trains) are discounted. City transport (buses, streetcars) is included in 90 cities.
How much is a gondola ride in Grindelwald?
If just gondola up and back, it is about US$30 per person. Don't let the price stand in your way here.
Is gondola free with Swiss Pass?
The Swiss Travel Pass is a travel pass for foreign tourists that allows unlimited free travel on all public transportation including trains, trams, buses, gondolas, and boats in over 90 cities in Switzerland, and offers some discounts (25-50%) on mountain transport such as mountain railways, funiculars, and cable cars.
Is Grindelwald first covered in Swiss Pass?
Grindelwald First with the Swiss Travel Pass If you're holding a Swiss Travel Pass, your cable car journey from Grindelwald to First would be at a 50% discounted price. Activities must be paid for individually over and above the cable car ticket and can be chosen from.
Which is the best scenic train ride for Switzerland?
Topping our list is none other than the Glacier Express, probably the most iconic and luxurious scenic Swiss rail journey. Known as the 'slowest express train in the world', the entire journey will grant you with undisputed panoramic views of the country's most dramatic scenery, no matter the season.
Is chocolate train free with SwissPass?
On operation days, the chocolate train has 3 different departure times. This route is fully covered by the Swiss Travel Pass (Flex) and GA travelcard.
What is the most beautiful panoramic train in Switzerland?
The Glacier Express - known as the 'Slowest Express Train in the World' (and arguably the most scenic) - connects the mountain resort towns of Matterhorn adjacent to Zermatt and St Moritz in the Swiss Alps.
Can I do Interlaken and Grindelwald in one day?
TIP: If you only have one day for Interlaken and don't know where to start or don't feel like planning everything, there are also nice day tours that you can consider instead. The most popular tours depart either from Zurich or from Lucerne and visit Interlaken and Grindelwald on the same day.
Is Glacier Express included in Swiss Travel Pass?
The Glacier Express & Bernina Express are Switzerland's two most scenic train journeys and these Panoramic journeys are free with your Swiss Travel Pass. However you need to pay a compulsory seat reservation fee regardless of whether you are holding a travel pass or point to point ticket.
Is Lake Lucerne included in Swiss Pass?
The cruise on Lake Luzern is included in the swiss pass and is a great option for a day activity. There are many beautiful villages on the lake and view is amazing!
Is Interlaken to Grindelwald included in Swiss Pass?
The Jungfrau 'Top of Europe' requires a surcharge and in the high season a seat reservation (5 CHF) might be required. Swiss Travel Pass gives you a 100% Discount for the journey from Interlaken to Lauterbrunnen/Wengen and Grindelwald.
Is Grindelwald included in Swiss Pass?
Swiss Travel Pass/GA travelcard: Your return ticket to the Grindelwald valley station is included in the price.
What is not covered in SwissPass?
Mountain excursions are not included with the Swiss Travel Pass (with the exception of Mt Rigi, Stanserhorn, and Stoos as mentioned above), but you do get a discount on most of them. Under 'mountain excursions' they mean cable cars, gondolas, funiculars, cogwheel trains, trains to the mountain peaks, etc.