Swiss Travel Pass vs Swiss Half Fare Card question
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We will enter Geneva, Switzerland from Paris via a ticket bought in France, stay 2 nights in Geneva then taking the Golden Pass Scenic Rail from Montreux to Lucerne on Thursday, September 8th, understanding we must go Geneva to Montreux first. Two nights in Lucerne; planning on taking the Pilatus excursion (Golden round trip 2nd class Luzern to Luzern) on Friday, September 9th while staying in Lucerne. On Saturday September 10th Lucerne to Zurich on the train, flying back to the states on Monday, September 12 from Zurich. 4 seniors; 66 – 71 years of age, 2nd class travel. Question – is the 3 day Swiss travel pass my best option for this itinerary? It appears the 3 day pass is 210 CHF per person.
- Does the clock begin to run at 1201 AM on the 3 day pass or the 1st time used that 1st day? If I use the pass the 1st time at 1500 hours on day 1 (Monday) then 72 hours later would be 1500 on (Thursday)
- What can I expect to pay out of pocket for the above itinerary that is not covered by the pass, e.g. seat reservation fees; part of the Mt. Pilatus Golden round trip cost?
- It appears the 3 day pass will cover our main travel needs, Geneva to Zurich, once in Zurich we can buy city tickets as needed. for getting around in Zurich, these 3 days will constitute the bulk of our train travel expense.
- Would the 1/2 fare card be better though more complicated, if we do just the items above at 120 CHF each?
- Is there any advantage to me purchasing the pass in the US before leaving vs. waiting to buy it at the train station in Geneva since I won’t be using the pass until leaving Geneva on Thursday, September 8.
Thank you for your assistance. Nathan
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