The magic of train travel lies in the journey itself—the breathtaking landscapes, the effortless motion, and the stories unfolding outside the window. Now, thanks to a seamless API integration, Headout and Rail Europe are making these moments even more accessible. From the snow-capped peaks of the Swiss Alps to the picturesque valleys and glacial lakes of Switzerland, travelers can now seamlessly book Europe’s most scenic train routes through Headout’s platform. With real-time availability, dynamic pricing, and a user-friendly interface, discovering Europe by rail has never been easier.
Our collaboration first took shape in late 2023 with the introduction of European rail passes, including the Swiss Travel Pass, which offers unlimited travel across Switzerland, and the Eurail/Interrail Pass, granting access to 33 European countries by train. These passes quickly became a favorite among Headout customers, enabling them to explore Europe’s vast and diverse landscapes with ease. Now, we're taking it a step further—bringing iconic scenic train journeys like the Bernina Express, Glacier Express, and more onto Headout’s platform. These world-renowned routes offer travelers unparalleled views of the Alps, making the journey as unforgettable as the destination.
What this means for travelers
Through this partnership, travelers can now book a curated selection of Europe’s most breathtaking train routes directly on Headout. Powered by Rail Europe’s API integration, the experience is seamless, with real-time availability and dynamic pricing ensuring a hassle-free booking process.
Who will love this?
Anyone who believes the journey is just as magical as the destination. Whether it’s a scenic ride through Interlaken, Zermatt, or Chur, these routes are perfect for adventurers, nature lovers, and travelers who want to sit back, relax, and take in Europe’s most stunning landscapes.
How to book
Travelers can browse and book a handpicked selection of Europe’s most scenic train journeys directly through Headout’s website and app. With seamless booking, real-time availability, and curated routes via Rail Europe’s network, planning the perfect train adventure has never been easier.
Björn Bender, CEO & Executive Chairman of Rail Europe, said, "At Rail Europe, we believe that train travel is the most immersive and sustainable way to experience Europe. Our partnership with Headout is an exciting step towards bringing European rail journeys to an even wider global audience. By combining Rail Europe's expertise in rail distribution with Headout’s dynamic platform, we are making it easier than ever for travellers to discover and book European trains. We are excited about this collaboration and the new opportunities it will create for the future of rail travel."
“Our partnership with Rail Europe perfectly aligns with Headout’s mission to connect people to extraordinary real-life experiences,” said Varun Khona, co-founder and CEO at Headout. “This API integration, combined with our product solution for the transportation category, sets a new benchmark in travel marketplaces—offering travelers a seamless and curated way to explore Europe by rail. By expanding our collaboration, we’re making it easier than ever for travelers to immerse themselves in Europe’s scenic beauty, one train ride at a time.”
About Headout
Headout is home to the world’s best real-life experiences — from expert-led tours and incredible landmarks to live events and activities, and everything in between.
In a world with increasing time spent on screens, there is a desperate need for a solution that augments the human experience by enabling interaction with the real world and the people in it. Headout’s mission, as a counter to this problem, is to be the easiest, fastest and the most delightful way for all of us to, as the name suggests, head out. It does this by running a managed marketplace where it actively creates and curates its experiences, upgrades the technology and delivery infrastructure for the experience providers and standardises the end service for a given experience across multiple experience providers to deliver a consistent high quality outcome.
It has served 40 million guests from 196 countries around the world across 100+ cities and has generated more than $3B in direct economic impact for the local communities in those cities. It has raised $70M+ from top-tier investors and is headquartered in New York with 11 global offices. For more, head to www.headout.com.
About Rail Europe
Rail Europe is the global reference brand for European train booking. A trusted partner of the travel industry and train operators for 90 years, it provides technology solutions and customer care services to 25,000+ partners in more than 70 countries. International travellers who want to explore Europe by train can book their journeys easily through the company's state-of-the-art website and app. The Rail Europe catalogue includes 230 rail providers, such as SNCF, SBB, Eurostar, Trenitalia, Italo, DB, Renfe, ÖBB, SNCB, RegioJet, iryo, OUIGO Spain, and National Rail, along with rail passes like the Swiss Travel Pass and Eurail Passes. Around 5 million European train tickets are sold every year. With offices around the globe, Rail Europe is headquartered in Paris.
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