Comprehensive Swiss Travel Pass Cost Guide July 2025

Day 1: Zurich to Rheinfall Excursion

Zurich & Rheinfall, Switzerland on July 11, 2025

8:00am

Swiss Travel Pass Cost Overview

Standard Pass: CHF 232 (3 days), Half Fare Card: CHF 120, Swiss Pass (3, 4, 8 days variable), Half Fare+ JP combo, and Half Fare+ BOP combo options available costing respectively higher for added services and validity. Exact pricing varies by duration.
CHF varies, 0h15m

9:00am

Travel Zurich to Schloss Laufen am Rheinfall

Train travel from Zurich HB to Schloss Laufen am Rheinfall via Winterthur offers scenic routes near the Rhine Falls.
Included in Swiss Pass or Half Fare fare reductions, 1h30m

11:00am

Boat Ride at Rheinfall

Enjoy a boat ride to separate the viewpoints around the Rhine Falls, complementing the full Rhine Falls experience.
CHF 5-10 approx, often included with Swiss Pass, 1h00m

12:30pm

Laufen Castle Exploration

Visit the historic castle and capture panoramic views of the falls and surrounding landscape.
Entrance included with Swiss Pass or CHF 5-10 without, 1h00m

2:00pm

Return to Zurich HB

Travel back to Zurich for more city exploration or hotel check-in.
Included with Swiss Pass or relevant pass discount, 1h30m

7:30am

Breakfast at Engimatt City & Garden Hotel

Start your day with a wholesome breakfast at the hotel restaurant featuring fresh Swiss pastries and coffee.
CHF 20-30, 1h00m

6:00pm

Dinner at Zeughauskeller Zurich

Taste authentic Swiss cuisine including rosti and sausages in a historic setting, open until 11pm.
CHF 30-50, 1h30m
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Day 2: Lucerne & Mount Titlis

Lucerne & Engelberg, Switzerland on July 12, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Engimatt City & Garden Hotel

Enjoy fresh breakfast options before traveling to Lucerne.
CHF 20-30, 1h00m

9:00am

Travel to Lucerne

Use Swiss Pass for train travel from Zurich area to Lucerne (about 1 hour).
Free with Swiss Pass, half price with Half Fare, 1h00m

10:30am

Chapel Bridge & Lion Monument

Explore Lucerne's iconic 14th-century bridge and poignant Lion Monument before strolling the Old Town.
Free, 2h00m

12:30pm

Lunch at Wirtshaus Galliker

Traditional Swiss meals located near the Old Town, open noon-2pm.
CHF 25-40, 1h00m

2:00pm

Travel to Engelberg

Train trip about 45 mins to Engelberg, base for Titlis mountain adventures.
Included in Swiss Pass or half-price with Half Fare Card, 45m

3:00pm

Mount Titlis Cable Car and Rotair Gondola

Experience the world's first rotating cable car and spectacular cliff walk, open daily daily 8:30am-5:00pm.
CHF 92 standard adult fare, often discounted with Swiss Pass, 3h00m

6:30pm

Return to Lucerne

Train back to Lucerne; use Swiss Pass for seamless travel.
Included with Swiss Pass, 1h00m

7:30pm

Dinner at Restaurant Balances

Enjoy gourmet meals with views of the Reuss River, open until 10pm.
CHF 40-70, 1h30m
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Day 3: Interlaken and Schynige Platte

Interlaken & Schynige Platte, Switzerland on July 13, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Engimatt & Garden Hotel

Fuel up before departure, hotel breakfast offers Swiss and continental options.
CHF 20-30, 1h00m

9:00am

Travel Engimatt Hotel to Interlaken

Train journey approximately 2 hours via Lucerne; Swiss Pass covers full route.
Included Swiss Pass or discounted Half Fare fare, 2h00m

11:30am

Beatus Caves Exploration

Take bus/ferry to visit Beatus caves, museum, and scenic cliff views; open 9am-6pm.
CHF 16-20; Swiss Pass holders may get discounts, 2h00m

2:00pm

Lake Thun Ferry to Spiez/Thun

Enjoy a relaxing ferry cruise on Lake Thun; ferries run multiple times daily, included with Swiss Pass.
Included with Swiss Pass, 1h30m

4:00pm

Cogwheel Train from Wilderswil to Schynige Platte

Scenic journey to high alpine, offering panoramic views and alpine flower garden; open 8am-6pm.
CHF 60, discounted with Swiss Pass, 2h30m

7:00pm

Return to Interlaken and Dinner at Husi Bierhaus

Relax with regional Swiss dishes and local beer in traditional setting, open to 10pm.
CHF 25-45, 1h30m
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Day 4: Jungfraujoch & Grindelwald Adventures

Jungfraujoch & Grindelwald, Switzerland on July 14, 2025

6:30am

Early Breakfast at Hotel

Quick hotel breakfast to prepare for full day mountain excursion.
CHF 20-30, 0h45m

7:15am

Train to Jungfraujoch via Lauterbrunnen & Kleine Scheidegg

Classic high alpine railway journey; Swiss Pass holders can get discounts but full fare may apply for Jungfraujoch segment (approx CHF 120).
Approx CHF 120, discount with Swiss Pass, 2h30m

10:00am

Jungfraujoch Excursion

Visit Ice Palace, Sphinx Observatory, Snow Plateau, and enjoy majestic views; open 8am-4pm.
Included in ticket price, 3h00m

1:30pm

Travel to Grindelwald & Glacier Canyon Visit

Short travel down to Grindelwald; explore dramatic Glacier Canyon with hiking paths and suspension bridges.
Free entry; travel included in pass, 2h00m

4:00pm

Firstbahn Gondola to First and Activities

Experience First Flyer zipline, Cliff Walk and café; open until 6pm; prices approx CHF 60 but discount applies with pass.
CHF 60, discounted with Swiss Pass, 2h00m

7:00pm

Return to Interlaken and Dinner

Dine at Restaurant Laterne in Interlaken, serving Swiss classics late evening.
CHF 30-50, 1h30m
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Day 5: Zermatt Exploration

Zermatt, Switzerland on July 15, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Interlaken Hotel

Energize before your trip to Zermatt with a hotel breakfast.
CHF 20-30, 1h00m

9:00am

Travel Interlaken to Zermatt via Spiez and Visp / Brig

Travel by train using Swiss Pass covering full route with no extra cost.
Included with Swiss Pass, 2h30m

12:00pm

Explore Zermatt Village & Five Lakes Walk

Walking trail featuring stunning alpine lakes with Matterhorn views; free access.
Free, 3h00m

3:30pm

Dinner at Restaurant Schäferstube

Enjoy hearty alpine cuisine in traditional ambiance open until 9:30pm.
CHF 40-60, 1h30m
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Day 6: Matterhorn Glacier Paradise & Gornergrat

Zermatt, Switzerland on July 16, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Zermatt Hotel

Start early for a packed day with a substantial breakfast.
CHF 20-30, 1h00m

8:00am

Gondola to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise

Access Glacier Palace, panoramic platform, and optional snow activities, open 8am-5pm.
CHF 100 approx; Swiss Pass holders get discounts, 4h00m

12:30pm

Lunch at Panorama Restaurant Matterhorn

Mountain dining with sweeping views of Mont Blanc and the Matterhorn.
CHF 30-50, 1h00m

1:30pm

Gornergrat Railway Ride & Exploration

Cogwheel train climb with stunning mountain vistas, Kulmhotel visit; open 7am-7pm.
CHF 95, discounted with Swiss Pass, 3h00m

4:30pm

Visit Gorner Gorge & Optional Hikes

Explore natural gorge with waterfalls or short village walks, free and accessible.
Free, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner in Zermatt Village

Choose from local eateries serving Swiss specialties; many open until 9-10pm.
CHF 30-60, 1h30m
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Day 7: Lavaux Wine Region & Montreux

Vevey, Lavaux, Montreux, Switzerland on July 17, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Zermatt Hotel

Breakfast before heading toward the Lavaux wine region.
CHF 20-30, 1h00m

9:00am

Travel Vevey to Grandvaux by Train

Start route through vineyards for scenic walk from Grandvaux to Cully.
Included in Swiss Pass, 30m

9:30am

Lavaux Vineyard Walk and Wine Tasting

Taste local wines at Domaine Louis Bovard or Croix Duplex; typically open from late morning.
CHF 15-30 per tasting, 3h00m

1:00pm

Travel Cully to Lausanne

Short train ride; enjoy walk along Ouchy promenade and Cascade de la Vuachère waterfall.
Included Swiss Pass, 1h30m including walk

3:00pm

Travel Ouchy to Montreux

Final leg to Montreux where you can visit Chillon Castle and enjoy lakeside promenades.
Included Swiss Pass, 30m

4:00pm

Chillon Castle Visit & Montreux Jazz Festival

Castle open 9am-7pm, explore historic site; jazz festival events begin in afternoon.
Castle entry CHF 13.50; possible festival ticket costs, 3h00m

7:00pm

Dinner at Montreux Lakeside Café

Dine by the lake with light fare or Swiss gourmet meals.
CHF 30-50, 1h30m
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Day 8: Gstaad and Glacier 3000

Gstaad & Glacier 3000, Switzerland on July 18, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel Montreux

Breakfast with local specialties before scenic train departure.
CHF 20-30, 1h00m

9:00am

Scenic Train Montreux to Gstaad then Glacier 3000

Swiss Pass covers trains, Glacier 3000 cable car may cost approx CHF 90-100, with discount with Swiss Pass or Half Fare cards.
Approx CHF 90-100, discounted with passes, 2h30m

11:30am

Glacier 3000 Activities

Peak Walk by Tissot, Alpine Coaster, Glacier hiking; open daily 9am-5pm.
Included with cable car ticket, 3h30m

3:00pm

Return to Montreux

Relax on the train back to Montreux for lakeside walks and shopping.
Included Swiss Pass, 2h00m

5:30pm

Visit Freddie Mercury Statue & Jazz Festival

Enjoy lakeside ambiance and festival events continuing through evening.
Free access; festival ticket fees vary, 3h00m

8:00pm

Dinner at Local Café

Casual dinner to round off the day, many cafés open until 10pm or later.
CHF 25-40, 1h30m
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