Ski Austria: 2 Weeks | Meet Us There | Winter 2025/2026
- Overview
- Itinerary
- What's Included
- FAQ
- Dates
Embark on an unforgettable two-week ski adventure in the heart of Austria's stunning Alps with our "Ski Austria: 2 Weeks | Meet Us There | Winter 2025/2026" tour. Discover the charming village of Hopfgarten im Brixental, where our on-site Winter Team will guide you to the best local eateries and activities. Experience the thrill of skiing at the Skiwelt Wilder Kaiser Brixental, one of Europe's largest ski resorts, boasting over 270 km of ski runs. Capture the magic of Salzburg with its breathtaking mountain views and picturesque architecture. Enjoy the convenience of free daily shuttles to the slopes and join a local guide for a weekly ski tour. Don't miss the themed party at the exclusive Bar Schoneck, adding a touch of fun to your alpine adventure. With options for ski lessons and a half-board meal plan, this tour offers the perfect blend of excitement and relaxation.
Highlights
- Explore the charming village of Hopfgarten im Brixental and discover local eateries with the help of the on-site Winter Team.
- Experience the Skiwelt Wilder Kaiser Brixental, one of Europe's largest interconnected ski resorts with over 270 km of ski runs.
- Capture stunning photos in Salzburg, a fairytale city with mountain views, a hilltop castle, and picturesque buildings.
- Join a local guide for a weekly ski tour around the mountain in Hopfgarten im Brixental.
- Attend a themed party at the exclusive Bar Schoneck in Hopfgarten im Brixental.
- Enjoy free daily shuttles to and from the slopes in Hopfgarten im Brixental.
Mode of Transport
Travel from London to Hopfgarten via a cost-effective coach service, including a packed breakfast. Shuttle transfers from Worgl Train Station to the accommodation are available at specific times. Free daily shuttles to and from the slopes are provided for your convenience.
Accommodation
Stay at the Contiki Haus Schoneck or similar, offering a cozy Austrian Gasthof experience. Enjoy the convenience of a sauna and the option for a Half Board meal plan with home-cooked food. Payments can be made by cash or card, with ATMs available nearby.
Trip Manager
There is no trip manager on this trip.
Ski Lift Passes and Equipment Hire
Ski lift passes and equipment hire are not included and can be arranged on arrival.
Dinner on Certain Nights
Dinner is not provided on certain nights, allowing guests to explore local restaurants.
Active
- Hopfgarten im Brixental: Once a week we’re inviting you to grab your skis, wrap up warm and follow a local guide around the mountain.
Dining Summary
- 2 Breakfast (B)
Culture
- Salzburg: Fill up your Insta feed with pics of this fairytale city. Complete with mountain views, hilltop castle and ‘chocolate-box’ buildings.
- Hopfgarten im Brixental: Woo hoo! Here’s your official invite to a themed party at our exclusive Bar Schoneck.
FAQs
- Hopfgarten im Brixental: Will I have a trip manager on this trip? There’s no trip manager on this trip. But don’t worry. If you have any questions during your stay, the on-site Winter Team at Hopfgarten will sort you out. They’ll give you all the info you need about the local village, things to do and recommendations for great local eateries too. (And you’ll also be introduced to your Contiki fam through them!). They might not be guides in the traditional sense, but you’ll see that they have everything you need for an epic ski experience.
- Hopfgarten im Brixental: Where can I find more information on Ski lift passes and equipment hire?? Your lift pass and equipment hire can be arranged on arrival. Wanna know how much to budget? Check out our page about ski extras.
- Hopfgarten im Brixental: How does the transfer work from the train station? When you get to Worgl Train Station, walk out the front and look for one of our Contiki Team – they will be on a classic Contiki Coach or a white van. The shuttles depart at 8:30am, 10:30am, 2:30pm & 4:30pm – and luckily, you don’t need to pre book.
- Hopfgarten im Brixental: I want to book the coach from London, how long will it take? Taking the coach from London is a super cost-effective way to get to the snowy slopes of Hopfgarten. Your journey will depart the Royal National Hotel in London in the early evening, and after an overnight ride, you’ll arrive in Hopfgarten at around 3pm the next day. At the end of your trip, you’ll depart from Hopfgarten in the early hours of the morning - anywhere between 2:30am – 4:30am (this depends on the ferry bookings). Oh and don’t worry, we’ve got your hunger pangs sorted with a wholesome packed breakfast for your journey! You’ll arrive in London at approximately 10:30pm. So you can plan some accommodation with the reservations team, or plan your travel ahead accordingly.
- Hopfgarten im Brixental: How do I get from the accommodation to the slopes? Good news! We offer free daily shuttles to and from Haus Schoneck from 8am-10am (every ½ hour) and returning from 3pm-6pm (every ½ hour).
- Hopfgarten im Brixental: Can I have dinner at the accommodation? Yes, of course! You can sign up for the Half Board option - which includes 2 courses of hearty home-cooked food, available for 10 nights. On the other nights of your stay, you’ll have the opportunity to explore local restaurants since the kitchen is closed. You can make the payment for that in the resort.
- Hopfgarten im Brixental: Can I pay by card/apple pay? At Haus Schoneck, you’re welcome to pay by cash or card. But we highly recommend that you get some cash for the local restaurants. The Gasthofs on the mountain only accept cash sometimes. Forgot to bring cash? Don’t worry. There are 3 ATMs in the Hopfgarten.
- Hopfgarten im Brixental: What is the ski area like? The Skiwelt Wilder Kaiser Brixental is one of Europe’s largest interconnected ski resorts. We’re talking over 270 kms of ski runs, 70 lifts & cable cars and 80 mountain huts. So, what’s the ski area like, you ask? Pretty darn awesome, we’d say.
- Hopfgarten im Brixental: I have never skied or snowboarded before, can I book lessons? Yep! We highly recommend taking lessons, so you learn the right techniques and information (and can enjoy skiing the way you’re supposed to!). Group lessons start on a Sunday and can be booked for up to 3 days.Familiar with skiing but want a refresher? You can join intermediate and advanced lessons. You can take private lessons upon request too. We’ve been working with our local ski school for over 15 years. So you can only imagine how many of our travellers have taken lessons with them! If you’re on a Weekender trip, you might not be able to book a group lesson. But you’re always welcome to book a private one if you like.
Included Experience
- Salzburg: Fill up your Insta feed with pics of this fairytale city. Complete with mountain views, hilltop castle and ‘chocolate-box’ buildings.
- Hopfgarten im Brixental: Once a week we’re inviting you to grab your skis, wrap up warm and follow a local guide around the mountain.
- Hopfgarten im Brixental: Woo hoo! Here’s your official invite to a themed party at our exclusive Bar Schoneck.
- Hopfgarten im Brixental: Perfect way to warm up after a long day of skiing? Lounging in a sauna, of course! And guess what? You'll have access to our very own sauna (open 4-9 PM) in the hostel. Yeeees!
Destinations
- Austria
- Europe
Tour Types
- Adventure Tours
- Walking
- Sightseeing
- Small Group
- Snow and Ski Activities
- Festive and New Year
Location: Tyrol
Here we are in the heart of the Austrian Alps. A place where all levels of borders and skiers will be #blessed by a wonderland of opportunities to shred. Every jam-packed day will be eased by the joy of crashing at an Austrian Gasthof and include activities like a tandem paraglide or just taking to the village vibe and sampling rosti and pork knuckle in-between sweet mountain runs.<br/>
Accommodation Name: Contiki Haus Schoneck (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: Tyrol
With spirits high and no doubt feeling like a bit of a ski slope legend, we pack our bags and hit the road.<br/>
Meals: Breakfast
Included
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On-site Winter Team
-The on-site Winter Team at Hopfgarten will provide information about the local village, things to do, and recommendations for local eateries.
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Transfer from Worgl Train Station
-Shuttle transfers from Worgl Train Station to the accommodation are available at specific times without the need for pre-booking.
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Coach from London
-A cost-effective coach service from London to Hopfgarten is available, including a packed breakfast for the journey.
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Daily Shuttles to Slopes
-Free daily shuttles to and from Haus Schoneck to the slopes are available from 8am-10am and 3pm-6pm.
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Ski Area
-The Skiwelt Wilder Kaiser Brixental offers over 270 kms of ski runs, 70 lifts & cable cars, and 80 mountain huts.
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Ski Lessons
-Group and private ski lessons are available, with group lessons starting on Sundays.
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Local Guide
-Once a week, a local guide will lead a tour around the mountain.
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Themed Party
-An official invite to a themed party at Bar Schoneck is included.
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Salzburg Visit
-Fill up your Insta feed with pics of Salzburg, a fairytale city complete with mountain views, hilltop castle, and 'chocolate-box' buildings.
Not Included
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Trip Manager
-There is no trip manager on this trip.
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Ski Lift Passes and Equipment Hire
-Ski lift passes and equipment hire are not included and can be arranged on arrival.
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Dinner on Certain Nights
-Dinner is not provided on certain nights, allowing guests to explore local restaurants.
Yes, there are free daily shuttles to and from Haus Schoneck to the slopes, operating from 8am-10am and 3pm-6pm.
Yes, group and private ski lessons are available. Group lessons start on Sundays and can be booked for up to 3 days. Private lessons can be arranged upon request.
Yes, you can opt for the Half Board option, which includes 2 courses of home-cooked food for 10 nights. On other nights, you can explore local restaurants.
Ski lift passes and equipment hire are not included in the tour package but can be arranged upon arrival.
Shuttle transfers from Worgl Train Station to the accommodation are available at specific times. You don't need to pre-book; just look for the Contiki Team at the station.
The coach journey from London departs in the early evening and arrives in Hopfgarten at around 3pm the next day. The return journey departs from Hopfgarten in the early hours of the morning and arrives in London at approximately 10:30pm.
In 1961, a guy called John Anderson founded Contiki in New Zealand. Whilst later bought by The Travel Corporation, the tour company had already been using the name ‘Contiki’ since its inception.
There is no trip manager on this trip. However, the on-site Winter Team at Hopfgarten will be available to provide information about the local village, things to do, and recommendations for local eateries.
All documentation will be sent via email around 21 days prior to your trip departure. You can also access information on your trip by signing up to My Contiki via the top right icon of the homepage.
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The Skiwelt Wilder Kaiser Brixental is one of Europe’s largest interconnected ski resorts, offering over 270 kms of ski runs, 70 lifts and cable cars, and 80 mountain huts.
Payments at Haus Schoneck can be made by cash or card, but it is recommended to have cash for local restaurants as some only accept cash.
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
Contiki trips are designed & operated exclusively for those aged 18-35 years. Your travelling companions will be like-minded adventurers within that age range. The age range is adhered to strictly.
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