Ski Austria: 1 Week | Meet Us There | Winter 2025/2026
- Overview
- Itinerary
- What's Included
- FAQ
- Dates
Embark on an exhilarating winter adventure with the "Ski Austria: 1 Week | Meet Us There | Winter 2025/2026" tour. Set in the picturesque Austrian Alps, this tour offers a thrilling experience for skiers and snowboarders of all levels. Stay in the charming village of Hopfgarten, where you'll enjoy the cozy comforts of an Austrian Gasthof. Dive into a week filled with exciting activities, from tandem paragliding to savoring local delicacies like rosti and pork knuckle. While ski lift passes and equipment hire are not included, they can be easily arranged upon arrival. Enjoy the freedom to explore local restaurants on nights when the kitchen is closed. With access to a sauna and themed parties at Bar Schoneck, this tour promises a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. Join us for an unforgettable alpine escape!
Highlights
- Austrian Tyrol offers a wonderland of opportunities for all levels of skiers and boarders.
- Experience tandem paragliding or enjoy the village vibe with local delicacies like rosti and pork knuckle.
- Explore the Skiwelt Wilder Kaiser Brixental, one of Europe's largest interconnected ski resorts with over 270 km of ski runs.
- Fill your Instagram feed with stunning views of Salzburg, a fairytale city with mountain views and a hilltop castle.
- Join a local guide for a ski tour around the mountains in Hopfgarten im Brixental.
- Enjoy a themed party at the exclusive Bar Schoneck in Hopfgarten.
- Relax and unwind in the sauna after a long day of skiing, available at the hostel from 4-9 PM.
Mode of Transport
Travel to and from the slopes with ease using our free daily shuttles from Haus Schoneck, running every half hour between 8am-10am and 3pm-6pm. Additionally, a coach service is available from London for a cost-effective journey.
Accommodation
Stay at the charming Contiki Haus Schoneck or similar, offering a cozy and authentic Austrian Gasthof experience. Enjoy the comfort of traditional alpine hospitality, perfect for unwinding after a day on the slopes.
Trip Manager
There is no trip manager on this tour.
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 nights when the kitchen is closed, allowing guests to explore local restaurants.
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
- 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.
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
- Mountain Biking
- Adventure Tours
- Small Group
- Active
- Snow and Ski Activities
Location: Tyrol
Here we are in the heart of the Austrian Alps. A place where all levels of boarders 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: Hopfgarten im Brixental
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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Salzburg Experience
-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 have an official invite 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, perfect for warming up after a long day of skiing.
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Free Daily Shuttles
-Free daily shuttles are available 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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Trip Manager
-There is no trip manager on this tour.
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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 nights when the kitchen is closed, allowing guests to explore local restaurants.
Yes, lessons are available and recommended for beginners to learn the right techniques. Group lessons start on a Sunday and can be booked for up to three days. Intermediate and advanced lessons are also available, and private lessons can be arranged upon request.
Yes, you can opt for the Half Board option, which includes two courses of hearty home-cooked food available for five nights. On other nights, you can explore local restaurants as the kitchen will be closed.
At Haus Schöneck, you can pay by cash or card. However, it is recommended to have some cash for local restaurants, as some Gasthofs on the mountain only accept cash. There are three ATMs in Hopfgarten if you need to withdraw cash.
Ski lift passes and equipment hire can be arranged upon arrival. For budgeting purposes, you can check the page about ski extras for more information.
Free daily shuttles are available to and from Haus Schöneck from 8am to 10am (every half hour) and returning from 3pm to 6pm (every half hour).
When you arrive at Worgl Train Station, look for a Contiki Team member who will be on a classic Contiki Coach or a white van. Shuttles depart at 8:30am, 10:30am, 2:30pm, and 4:30pm, and you do not need to pre-book.
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.
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, 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.
There is no trip manager on this tour. However, the on-site Winter Team at Hopfgarten will be available to assist you with any questions and provide information about the local village, activities, and dining recommendations.
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