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Information for business customers
Incorporate the exceptional trip on the Glacier Express through the Swiss Alps in your travel packages and find out more about the conditions for groups of 10 and more or individual travelers here.
Reservations for groups
Early booking
Reservations for groups of 10 and more people must be made through our Railservice. An early reservation enquiry is strongly recommended.Special group fares
Use the special group fares with a reduction of 30% on the regular ticket price to make your customers an attractive offer.Seat allocation
Where possible, seats for groups are reserved in the same carriage. A definitive allocation of the train, carriage and seat numbers takes place at the latest 27 days before the date of travel.On-board gastronomy
If you would like to include a meal in your offer, there are various packages available for groups. Any pre-orders must be made at the latest 10 days before the date of travel.Submission of reservation
Group reservations are only accepted in writing by e-mail. It is advisable to book early. We would be happy to give you advice on possible discounts or answer any other questions by phone.For Winter 2025/26:
- We look forward to receiving your booking enquiry by e-mail by 03.08.2025.
- Confirmations of reservation will be sent out from 27.08.2025.
For Summer 2026:
- We look forward to receiving your booking enquiry by e-mail by 14.09.2025.
- Confirmations of reservation will be sent out from 15.10.2025.
Contact for group reservation enquiries
gruppen@panoramic-gourmet.ch
Information on luggage transport
Cancellation costs for groups*
If ordered services are not cancelled or partly cancelled in good time, the following cancellation fees will apply. Decisive in determining the date of cancellation or amendment is the date upon which your written notification is received at info@glacierexpress.ch. The next working day applies in the case of weekends (Saturday/Sunday) or public holidays.Up to 30 days before the date of travel | 29 to 14 days before the date of travel | 13 days before the date of travel or no show of the group | |
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Cancellation of a group in 1st and 2nd class | Free of charge | CHF 1000 per group | 100% of the ticket price and the costs of the seat reservation |
Reduction in the number of passengers | Free of charge | Effective ticket price and costs of the seat reservation or max. CHF 100 per person | 100% of the ticket price and the costs of the seat reservation |
General Terms and Conditions
Services included
You will find all the necessary information here
Sales Manual
Glacier Express 2025
Sales Manual
On-board gastronomy 2025 Individual travelers
Sales Manual
On-board gastronomy 2025 Groups
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Frequently asked questions
All FAQ
What does a trip on the Glacier Express cost?
Which travel cards are valid on the Glacier Express?
The following travel cards are accepted for a trip on the Glacier Express: Swiss Travel Pass, Eurail Pass, Interrail Pass, Half Fare Travelcard, Half Fare Travelcard for Youth, GA travel card, day pass for the Half Fare Travelcard, Municipal Saver Day Pass, Day Pass Children, Junior Travelcard, Children’s Co-Travelcard, Swiss Family Card, Swiss Transfer Ticket, Swiss Half Fare Card Swiss Travel Pass Flex Combi, Swiss Travel Pass Youth and Youth Flex.
Children under the age of 6 travel free of charge. Children between the ages of 6 and 16 years of age are entitled to a discount of 50%. With a Junior Travelcard, children under the age of 16 travel free of charge when accompanied by a parent. Important: a seat reservation is obligatory for all passengers and costs an additional charge that is not covered by the travel cards.
Can I book a seat facing in the direction of travel or on a certain side of the carriage?
Is it necessary to book the trip on the Glacier Express in advance?
Yes, you need a seat reservation on the Glacier Express. There are two steps to booking your trip on the Glacier Express: to guarantee you a seat on the train, you need a compulsory seat reservation and you also need a valid ticket for the selected route and travel class (1st or 2nd class).
Take a look at the overview of valid travel cards under Travel planning / prices to find out which travel cards entitle you to a discount on the ticket price. Due to high demand, we recommend you reserve your seats early. Bookings for 1st and 2nd class can be made up to 93 days before the date of travel; for Excellence Class for the entire timetable period.
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