I am purchasing the Swiss Flex Pass and want to also purchase the Half Fare Pass for in-between days. Rick Steves' book says the Half Fare Pass is available for half-price ($60 instead of $122) if you have the Flex Pass. I am trying to purchase this on Rail Europe and the discount for the Half Fare Pass does not come up, only full price. I did a chat with Rail Europe and they did not understand my question, so they couldn't help me. I want the Flex Pass prior to my arrival in Switzerland as I will be arriving by train from Austria and will need to use the Flex Pass for that train ride.
Should I purchase the Flex Pass now on-line and get the Half Pass when in Switzerland? Will they give me the half price discount if I purchase the Flex on line and the Half Pass at the train station? Is there a way to purchase both Passes at the same time on-line and get the Half Pass at Half Price. Thank you in advance for any clarification!
Donna