Ski Austria: 2 Weeks | Coach From London | Winter 2024/2025

What's Included

• Breakfast

  The tour includes 2 breakfasts during your stay.

• Free Daily Shuttles

  Free daily shuttles are available to and from Haus Schoneck to the slopes from 8am-10am and returning from 3pm-6pm.

• Sauna Access

  You will have access to a sauna in the hostel, open from 4-9 PM.

• Themed Party

  You are invited to a themed party at the exclusive Bar Schoneck.

• Local Guide Experience

  Once a week, you can follow a local guide around the mountain.

• Transport from London

  Travel from London to the Austrian Tyrol via an overnight coach, departing from the Royal National Hotel.

• Packed Breakfast

  Enjoy a packed breakfast during the journey from London to Austria.

What's Not Included

• 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

  Dinner is not included, but you can sign up for the Half Board option for an additional cost.
  
  

• Ski Lessons

  Ski lessons are not included but can be booked separately.
  
  

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 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 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!

Mode of Transport

Travel from London to the Austrian Tyrol via an overnight coach, departing from the Royal National Hotel. Enjoy a packed breakfast during the journey. Free daily shuttles are available to and from the slopes, ensuring convenient access to your skiing adventures.

Accommodation

Stay at the charming Contiki Haus Schoneck in the Austrian Tyrol, offering cozy rooms and a welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy hearty home-cooked meals with the Half Board option, and unwind in the on-site sauna after a day on the slopes. Experience the perfect blend of comfort and adventure.