Purchased Saver Day Pass for Glacier Express but can’t book seats yet

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A traveler named anne_oconnor booked a ticket for the Glacier Express in October but is confused about whether their Saver Day Pass is valid for the train since it doesn’t clearly indicate so. They want to understand if the Glacier Express information is included in the QR code of their ticket.

Key takeaways:
  • Your Saver Day Pass is valid for all train routes in Switzerland, including the Glacier Express, but it won't indicate the specific route on the pass.
  • You can book your seat reservations for the Glacier Express 93 days ahead of your travel date.
  • If you're uncertain, consider uploading a picture of your pass (with personal data blurred) for further assistance.
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  • anne_oconnor
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    2 posts
    1 June 2024 at 5:53:48 #1616787

    I booked/reserved a ticket on the glacier express for October on theRhaetian Railways website and on this Glacier express site. I took the saver day option and paid. I realise I can’t book my seat until 90 days ahead.
    I received the receipt and saver day ticket but nowhere on that ticket does it indicate that it is aGlacier Express  ticket unless it is in the QR code.     Please tell me it is in the QR code.
    I find this whole process very frustrating and confusing. Thanks

  • Annika
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    7334 posts
    Reply 1 of 1 • 2 June 2024 at 13:24:32 #1619845

    Hi anne_oconnor!

    Just to be sure: you bought a Saver Day Pass? A Saver Day Pass is valid for all train routes within Switzerland, including the Glacier Express. A route won’t be specified on your Saver Day Pass, as you can use it anywhere in the country. Here’s how it works: https://www.myswissalps.com/travel-ticket/saver-day-pass/.

    If you have a Saver Day Pass for the day on which you’ll make your Glacier Express ride, all you need in addition are your seat reservations. Those can be made 93 days ahead:

    If you’re still in doubt, you could upload a picture or screenshot of your pass/ticket. Make sure to remove or blur any personal data.

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