Active Alps
- Overview
- Itinerary
- What's Included
- FAQ
- Dates
Embark on the "Active Alps" adventure, a thrilling journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Austria and Switzerland. Begin your adventure in Hopfgarten im Brixental with a sunset hike and a warm welcome dinner. Experience the thrill of a guided bike tour through lush Austrian trails, complete with a BBQ lunch, and the adrenaline rush of white water rafting in Haiming. Journey to Lauterbrunnen, where you'll explore fairytale streets and hike to Murren, visiting the stunning Trummelbach Falls along the way. Ascend to the Top of Europe at Jungfrau mountain, with optional tandem paragliding for the daring. Enjoy comfortable accommodations and delicious meals, all while guided by an expert local host. This tour promises unforgettable memories amidst the majestic Alps.
Highlights
- Sunset hike in Hopfgarten im Brixental.
- Guided bike tour through Austrian mountain scenery with a BBQ lunch.
- White water rafting in Haiming.
- Hiking to Murren with a visit to Trummelbach Falls.
- Exploring Lauterbrunnen's fairytale streets.
- Visiting Jungfrau mountain, the Top of Europe.
- Optional tandem paragliding over the Alps.
Mode of Transport
Accommodation
Visa
Insurance
Transport to Start Location
Pre and Post Trip Accommodation
Towels
Optional Activities
Dining Summary
- 2 Dinner (D)
- 6 Breakfast (B)
- 4 Lunch (L)
FAQs
- London: What does a modular trip mean? A modular trip means fellow travellers will join and leave at various locations. There’ll be some goodbyes, sure, but there’ll also be plenty of hellos with new like-minded travellers.
- Hopfgarten im Brixental: How do I get to Hopfgarten? At the start of the trip, there's a transfer from Worgl Train Station to Haus Schoneck, departing at 4pm. If you're flying in, we recommend flying into Munich, Innsbruck or Salzburg and then taking a train to Worgl.From Munich Airport (Munchen Flughafen):Make your way to the Zentrum Bereich (Central Area) where you can buy a ticket at the train counter for Worgl. Take the S-Bahn (subway S8) to Munchen Ost - approx. 15 minutes' journey time. At Munchen Ost, change platforms & take the fast train direct to Worgl (about 1 hour). Train schedules can be found on the Bahn website.From Innsbruck Airport (Flughafen):Take the shuttle bus to the main train station (Bahnhof). You can buy tickets from the ticket machine at the bus stop and then validate it once you're on the bus. From Innsbruck train station, take a train to Worgl. You can book tickets online, through the app, or from the red ticket machines at the station. Train schedules can be found on the OBB website.From Salzburg Airport (Flughafen):Take the shuttle bus to the main train station (Bahnhof). From Salzburg train station, take the train to Worgl. You can book tickets online, through the app, or from the red ticket machines at the station. Train schedules can be found on the OBB website.
- Lauterbrunnen: How do I get back from Lauterbrunnen? The trip ends in Lauterbrunnen at the accommodation - Schutzenbach Hostel. From there, you can walk to Lauterbrunnen train station (15 mins), take the 141 bus (10 mins) or take a taxi which can be organised through the hostel (5 mins).From the train station, you can take a train to Interlaken Ost (25 minutes), then take connecting trains to most other major cities. (You'll have done part of this journey on day 4 of the trip so it might feel familiar!).The biggest international airport to fly out of is Zurich. You can take a direct train from Interlaken Ost to Zurich Airport (Flughafen Zurich), which takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes - eyes peeled for beautiful views of the mountains and lakes on the way. Train schedules can be found on the SBB website.Trains and public transport services across Austria and Switzerland are reasonably priced and very efficient. Most rail staff speak some English and you can also switch the ticket machines to English. The trains are clean and comfortable, with awesome views of the mountains and countryside. Your Trip Manager can also offer more advice in the days leading up to the trip.
- London: Can I share a room with my partner on this trip? Your Trip Manager will advise you on who you’ll share your room with. On this trip, you’ll stay in a multi-share room with other travellers of the same sex.
- London: Can I stay for a few extra days? Our trips are short & sweet (and loaded with fun activities). That’s why we don’t offer pre or post trip accommodation.
- Hopfgarten im Brixental: How strenuous are the activities on this trip? You’ll need a moderate level of fitness for this trip since you’ll be hiking, biking and rafting. The sunset hike on day 1 is about 5km and has 250m of elevation. The bike ride on Day 2 is about 25 kms long, through valleys and some steep ascents. But you can always take it at your own pace. Paragliding has a 115kg (255 lbs) weight limit, but it’s not physically strenuous. On day 3, you must be able to swim to participate in the white-water rafting, but it is beginner friendly. The hike on day 5 is mostly flat or downhill as we take a gondola to the starting point. The canyon swing on day 6 has a weight limit of 120kgs and you must be in good health to participate, but it is not physically strenuous. You must be able to carry your own luggage on public transport.
- Hopfgarten im Brixental: Do I need to be able to swim to go on this trip? You'll need to able to swim if you're taking part in the white water rafting experience on day 3. Don't worry though. If you can't swim, you can still explore the alpine town of Haiming while you wait, and then join the visit to Innsbruck afterwards.
- Bucharest: Can you cater to dietary requirements? Your Trip Manager will endeavour to cater for specific dietary requirements where possible. Vegetarianism, lactose intolerance, and gluten intolerance will be catered for in most instances. There are, however, some meals and activities that are fixed in advance and therefore cannot be modified to suit dietary requirements. Please use My Contiki to notify us of any dietary requirements at the time of booking. For those suffering from particular food allergies, your Trip Manager will endeavour to disclose to their fullest knowledge the main ingredients in the dishes being consumed. It is, however, your personal responsibility to ensure that you do not ingest any foods to which you are allergic.
- Beaujolais Wine Region: Are towels provided? We don’t provide towels on this trip. So, please remember to pack your own towel!
- Hopfgarten im Brixental: What are the alps? The alps are an incredible mountain range stretching across 8 Alpine countries: Monaco, France, Switzerland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Germany, Austria, and Slovenia. Perfect for skiing, biking or hiking!
Included Experience
- Hopfgarten im Brixental: A member of the team will provide an arrival transfer from Worgl Train Station to Schoneck.
- Hopfgarten im Brixental: Enjoy a home cooked dinner, prepared fresh on site by our in house Kitchen Team.
- Hopfgarten im Brixental: Mountain Views? Check! We'll end the day with a sunset hike.
- Hopfgarten im Brixental: Jump on a bike & head out for a fully guided tour through picture-perfect Austrian mountain scenery. In a region that is all about the outdoors, this is the perfect way to take in the fresh alpine air, waterfalls, mountain streams & meadows. Once you've worked up an appetite, there's a BBQ lunch of Austrian wurst & kraut salad to finish.
- Lauterbrunnen: We'll head out into the slopes for a 15 km (mostly flat or downhill) hike to Murren, passing by beautiful woodlands with epic mountain views. Oh, and don't worry, a cable car will help us conquer the steepest part of the trail! Plus, we'll check out Gimmelwald on the way and even visit Trummelbach Falls
Destinations
- Austria
- Europe
- Switzerland
Tour Types
- Hiking
- Cycling
- White water rafting
- Walking
- Mountain Biking
- Adventure Tours
Location: Hopfgarten im Brixental
Hello there and welcome to the Alps! We’ll pick you up at Worgl Train Station (included transfer, baby!) and once we’ve all set down our bags at Contiki Haus Schöneck, we’ll kick off the trip officially with a welcome meeting conducted by your Trip Manager. After that, we’ll tuck into an included dinner – made fresh on-site with local ingredients. After dinner, we'll head off for a gentle sunset hike to mark the start of our adventure.<br/>
Accommodation Name: Contiki Haus Schoneck (or similar)
Meals: Dinner
Location: Hopfgarten im Brixental
After conquering the village trails, it's time to explore Hopfgarten and beyond in a different way; this time on 2 wheels. Join us for a locally guided bike tour through the vibrant green trails, before cruising downhill for a well-earned BBQ lunch. Fancy one last adrenaline hit? You can opt for some tandem paragliding today, soaring over the alps for some peerless panoramas. The adventure has just begun!<br/>
Accommodation Name: Contiki Haus Schoneck (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Location: Haiming, Innsbruck
We’ll start early this morning as we treat ourselves to more of the alps. Next stop? Haiming…Here in Haiming, you can choose to do whatever you like. But we reckon you’d wanna experience some heart-pounding action with white water rafting followed by included picnic lunch.Next up, we’ll make our way to Innsbruck, where you’ll have some free time to explore the city and grab a bite to eat.Back in Haus Schöneck, you’ll have plenty of things to dream about tonight…
Accommodation Name: Contiki Haus Schoneck (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Location: Hopfgarten im Brixental, Lauterbrunnen
We’ll bid farewell to Hopfy and catch the train to our next stop. We’ll pass through Liechtenstein (AKA one of Europe's smallest countries) along the way, so keep an eye out! Welcome to lush green Lauterbrunnen! We’ll head to our hostel, enjoy a warm, home-cooked dinner then take a short walk the fairytale streets here.<br/>
Accommodation Name: Schutzenbach (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Location: Lauterbrunnen
Time for some hiking! After breakfast, we’ll take the cable car up the slopes and hike to Murren - a picturesque little village. Enroute back, we'll stop by to visit the jaw-dropping Trummelbach Falls & even devour a delicious packed lunch against the epic Alpine backdrop. Then, it’s back to our hostel on a bus. Mother nature sure does love Switzerland…<br/>
Accommodation Name: Schutzenbach (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Location: Jungfrau
Wakey wakey, today we’re going to the Top of Europe! Yep. You have the option to visit the picture-perfect Jungfrau mountain. In the afternoon, you can choose to do an epic canyon swing in the mountains, or head back into town to enjoy some ground-level scenery. Afterwards, you can join us for the final dinner of this trip at a local restaurant.
Accommodation Name: Schutzenbach (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: Lauterbrunnen
Sorry to break it to you, folks! After breakfast, our magical trip will sadly come to an end. So say your goodbyes. And keep reminiscing about your days spent in this nature-kissed wonderland. Don’t worry, there are plenty more jaw-dropping panoramas left for us to explore!<br/>
Meals: Breakfast
Included
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Transport
-Transport from Worgl Train Station to Schoneck and from Hopfgarten to Lauterbrunnen is included.
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Guided Activities
-The tour includes guided activities such as a bike tour, white water rafting, and hiking.
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Local Host
-An expert Local Host will be available to provide insights at every destination.
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Welcome Meeting
-A welcome meeting conducted by the Trip Manager is included.
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Sunset Hike
-A gentle sunset hike is included on the first day.
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BBQ Lunch
-A BBQ lunch of Austrian wurst and kraut salad is included on the second day.
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Picnic Lunch
-An included picnic lunch is provided on the third day.
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Cable Car Ride
-A cable car ride to Murren is included.
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Visit to Trummelbach Falls
-A visit to Trummelbach Falls is included.
Not Included
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Visa
-Visa application and fees are not included.
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Insurance
-Travel insurance is not included and must be arranged by the traveler.
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Transport to Start Location
-Transport to the start location of the trip is not included.
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Pre and Post Trip Accommodation
-Pre and post trip accommodation is not offered.
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Towels
-Towels are not provided on this trip.
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Optional Activities
-Optional activities such as tandem paragliding and canyon swing are not included.
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03-Jul-2025
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Quad Share | £1076.00 | |
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11-Jul-2025
for 0 Nights |
Quad Share | £974.00 | |
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07-Aug-2025
for 0 Nights |
Quad Share | £1025.00 | |
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14-Aug-2025
for 0 Nights |
Quad Share | £1025.00 | |
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22-Aug-2025
for 0 Nights |
Quad Share | £1025.00 | |
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25-Sep-2025
for 0 Nights |
Quad Share | £820.00 |
