My girlfriend and I are going to Switzerland at the end of April and are debating whether to order our Swiss Saver passes now or wait til we get to Zurich to avoid the delivery charge. Any opinions/warnings about this?
Posted by
Green Bay
20081 posts
You could compare what they are here with delivery in Dollar terms. Then look at the price in Francs on the SBB site, convert to Dollars and see which is more (keeping in mind that the Franc could increase or decrease vis-à-vis the Dollar between now and then). Also consider that something may come up that causes you to change your plans before you leave. It must be used in a certain amount of time (6 months?) or it will expire with no value.
Posted by
Bainbridge Island
3098 posts
What delivery charge? If you buy a pass costing over $399 on this website the shipping is free. go to "Shop Online" and look at the bottom for railpasses.
You should still compare the cost in US$ to Swiss francs before you decide.
Posted by
Bainbridge Island
3098 posts
Also remember to add the cost of a Foreign Transaction Fee for purchases in Switzerland, if your credit card has one. Many are 3% additional.