Episode 127: Switzerland on a Budget Tips. How to Save on Transportation, Food, Accommodation and Experiences
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If you’ve already started planning your Swiss vacation you’ve no doubt realised that it’s an expensive country to visit. But just how expensive is Switzerland?
You’ll probably find that goods and services cost more in Switzerland than they do in your home country but don’t despair – in this episode you’ll discover plenty of ways to travel in Switzerland on a budget.
I’m joined by Fabian Bryner who shares some easy ways to get the best bang for your vacation dollar so you can travel Switzerland on the cheap. Tips include booking early to get the best Switzerland travel deals, and Fabian has some great ideas to help you save on transport and accommodation, too.
Plus you’ll hear how to eat and drink in Switzerland for less and learn about a fantastic coupon pass which offers over 100 buy 1, get 1 free deals for admission fees, excursions, activities, dining and more.
If you want to learn how to travel in Switzerland cheap – or as cheap as possible – tune in for lots of helpful tips to help stretch your travel budget further.
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Show Notes
In this episode you’ll learn:
- Tips for saving on transportation and accommodation in Switzerland
- How to save money on food and drinks whilst in Switzerland
- How using city cards can help you save on local transport costs
- The Digital Swiss Coupon Pass which offers over 100 coupons with 2 for 1 deals on excursions, attractions, activities, dining and more
Our Guest
Fabian Bryner is the Chief Commercial Officer of Switzerland Travel Centre. He has worked in the travel industry since completing his education and joined Switzerland Travel Centre 12 years ago.
Fabian is responsible for the company’s offices in Stuttgart, London and Hong Kong and is in charge of all incoming business from both independent customers and tour operators.
Digital Swiss Coupon Pass
The Digital Swiss Coupon Pass can be purchased for just CHF 39 and offers exceptional value. The Coupon Pass includes more than 100 vouchers which offer 2-for-1 discounts on admission fees, activities, mountain excursions, culinary experiences, and more.
Valid from 1 December until 30 November the following year, the Digital Swiss Coupon Pass can be purchased ahead of time and activated when you are ready to use it.
The Coupon Pass is the perfect compliment to a Swiss rail pass as the majority of offers are not discounted with a rail pass.
In most cases, you only need to redeem one or two coupons to recoup the cost of the Digital Swiss Coupon Pass.
Browse all the 2 for 1 offers by clicking on the online brochure below 👇
STC Swiss Coupon Pass 2025 EN
Planning a trip to Switzerland?
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Useful resources
Read more about the Digital Swiss Coupon Pass and buy yours here.
Listen to Fabian chat about Switzerland Travel Centre’s rail packages and small group tours in episode 66 and episode 85.
Browse the exclusive discounts offered by Switzerland Travel Centre for the Holidays to Switzerland audience. Get 5% off your Swiss vacation simply by quoting our promo code when booking.
👉 Free guide 21 useful things to know before you visit Switzerland.
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