Ski Austria: 1 Week | Coach From London | Winter 2025/2026
- Overview
- Itinerary
- What's Included
- FAQ
- Dates
Embark on an exhilarating winter adventure with the "Ski Austria: 1 Week" tour, departing from London. This coach tour whisks you away to the stunning Austrian Tyrol, where you'll spend your days exploring the expansive Skiwelt Wilder Kaiser Brixental, one of Europe's largest ski resorts. With over 270 km of ski runs and 80 mountain huts, it's a paradise for skiers and snowboarders of all levels. Enjoy the charm of Hopfgarten im Brixental, with opportunities for tandem paragliding and indulging in local delicacies like rosti and pork knuckle. Relax in the cozy Contiki Haus Schoneck, complete with a sauna to unwind after a day on the slopes. While ski lift passes, equipment hire, and lessons are not included, they can be easily arranged on arrival. This unforgettable journey concludes with a scenic coach ride back to London, leaving you with cherished memories and new friends.
Highlights
- Ski in the heart of the Austrian Alps at Hopfgarten im Brixental.
- Explore the vast Skiwelt Wilder Kaiser Brixental, one of Europe's largest ski resorts.
- Experience a tandem paraglide over the stunning Tyrolean landscape.
- Enjoy a themed party at the exclusive Bar Schoneck.
- Relax in the sauna after a day on the slopes.
- Visit the picturesque city of Salzburg with its mountain views and hilltop castle.
- Join a local guide for a ski tour around the mountain.
Mode of Transport
Travel from London to the Austrian Tyrol via an overnight coach ride, providing a cost-effective and comfortable journey. The return trip to London is also by coach, ensuring a seamless travel experience.
Accommodation
Stay at the charming Contiki Haus Schoneck or a similar Gasthof in the Austrian Alps, offering a cozy retreat after a day on the slopes. Enjoy the authentic Austrian hospitality and the convenience of being close to the ski action.
Ski Lift Passes and Equipment Hire
Ski lift passes and equipment hire are not included and can be arranged on arrival.
Half Board Option
Dinner at the accommodation is not included but can be purchased as a Half Board option for 5 nights.
Ski Lessons
Ski lessons are not included but can be booked separately.
Meals Other Than Breakfast
Meals other than the 2 included breakfasts are not provided.
Dining Summary
- 2 Breakfast (B)
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.
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
- London: Travelling to (and through) the UK & Northern Ireland? You’ll need Essential Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)From?January 8, 2025, UK law means that if you’re entering/transiting through border control in the United Kingdom (UK) and Northern Ireland you’ll need an?Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)?before you travel. Confused? Don’t be – just read on here.
- 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 10:30am & 2:30pm – 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 5 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.
- London: Who will I room with if I book additional nights before my trip? You'll stay in a Twin share room (meaning you'll be paired with a fellow traveller of the same gender, and will have two separate beds). If you're booking your trip with a friend/travel companion - just let us know, so we can join your bookings and ensure you share a room. Need a lil' more privacy? You're welcome to opt for a single supplement 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
- Coach tours (worldwide)
- Adventure Tours
- Active
- Small Group
- Festive and New Year
- Snow and Ski Activities
Location: London
Gather round snow angels! It's time to meet your posse of white powder enthusiasts and make tracks to Austria. We'll drive past Dover, say hi to the majestic white cliffs and then, hop on a ferry to Calais. It's an overnight coach ride, so be sure to stock up on supplies before we hit the road.
Accommodation Name: Overnight Coach
Location: Hopfgarten im Brixental
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. Beyond free time to explore the slopes we'll shower you in things to do. Every jam-packed day will be eased by the joy of crashing at an Austrian Gasthof including activities like a tandem paraglide, or just taking to the village vibe and sampling rosti, pork knuckle in-between sweet mountain runs.<br/>
Accommodation Name: Contiki Haus Schoneck (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: London
With spirits high and no doubt feeling like a bit of a ski slope legend, we pack our bags and get back on the coach ready to head back to London. Wipe away those tears, there's no doubt firm plans with the squad on where the next adventure will take you.<br/>
Meals: Breakfast
Included
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Salzburg Visit
-Fill up your Insta feed with pics of this fairytale city. Complete with mountain views, hilltop castle and ‘chocolate-box’ buildings.
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Guided Mountain Tour
-Once a week, you are invited to grab your skis, wrap up warm and follow a local guide around the mountain.
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Themed Party
-You are officially invited to a themed party at our exclusive Bar Schoneck.
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Sauna Access
-Enjoy access to our very own sauna (open 4-9 PM) in the hostel.
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Free Daily Shuttles
-Free daily shuttles to and from Haus Schoneck from 8am-10am (every ½ hour) and returning from 3pm-6pm (every ½ hour).
Not Included
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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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Half Board Option
-Dinner at the accommodation is not included but can be purchased as a Half Board option for 5 nights.
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Ski Lessons
-Ski lessons are not included but can be booked separately.
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Meals Other Than Breakfast
-Meals other than the 2 included breakfasts are not provided.
No, ski lift passes and equipment hire are not included in the tour. They can be arranged on arrival at the destination.
Yes, ski lessons can be booked separately. Group lessons start on a Sunday and can be booked for up to 3 days. Private lessons are also available upon request.
Free daily shuttles are available to and from Haus Schöneck, running from 8am to 10am and returning from 3pm to 6pm, every half hour.
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, but the on-site Winter Team at Hopfgarten will be available to assist with any questions and provide information about the local village and activities.
You can sign up for the Half Board option, which includes 2 courses of hearty home-cooked food for 5 nights. On other nights, you can explore local restaurants as the kitchen will be closed.
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 journey from London to the Austrian Tyrol is an overnight coach ride. You will depart from the Royal National Hotel in London in the early evening and arrive in Hopfgarten at around 3pm the next day. The return journey departs from Hopfgarten in the early hours of the morning and arrives back in London at approximately 10:30pm.
The Skiwelt Wilder Kaiser Brixental is one of Europe’s largest interconnected ski resorts, featuring over 270 kilometers of ski runs, 70 lifts and cable cars, and 80 mountain huts.
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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