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Active Alps

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7 daysDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
48 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 35 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Highlights

Hopfgarten im Brixental: Join us in the cute lil Austrian Tyrol village of Hopfgarten, where you’ll find Haus Schöneck by Contiki. Next to one of the world’s largest ski regions, this traditional property has had a fresh facelift with all the modcons. We’re talking on-site sauna, Schnapps bar, communal lounge area, a shuttle to the main gondola. Hungry after a day on the slopes? Chow down on some warming locally sourced meals in our dining room.

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

Itinerary

Feel your pulse quicken amid the dramatic peaks of the Alps on this seven-day Active Alps adventure, designed for young adults seeking the ultimate adrenaline rush. Ride the rails, hike verdant trails, and pedal scenic routes through Austria and Switzerland. For the bold, optional paragliding, canyon swinging, and white-water rafting await, all set against breathtaking mountain backdrops. Stay in group accommodations, enjoy hearty meals, and bond with fellow thrill-seekers. The USP: a tour package packed with exhilarating outdoor activities and the chance to experience some of Europe’s most stunning natural scenery at full tilt.

day 1 - Hopfgarten im Brixental

Hello there and welcome to the Alps! Well pick you up at Worgl Train Station (included transfer, baby!) and once weve all set down our bags at Contiki Haus Schneck, well kick off the trip officially with a welcome meeting conducted by your Trip Manager. After that, well 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.

Meals:Dinner
Location Visited:Hopfgarten im Brixental
Accommodation:Contiki Haus Schoneck (or similar)

day 2 - 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!

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch
Location Visited:Hopfgarten im Brixental
Accommodation:Contiki Haus Schoneck (or similar)

day 3 - Hopfgarten im Brixental (Including Haiming & Innsbruck)

Well start early this morning as we treat ourselves to more of the alps. Next stop? HaimingHere in Haiming, you can choose to do whatever you like. But we reckon youd wanna experience some heart-pounding action with white water rafting followed by included picnic lunch.Next up, well make our way to Innsbruck, where youll have some free time to explore the city and grab a bite to eat.Back in Haus Schneck, youll have plenty of things to dream about tonight

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch
Location Visited:Hopfgarten im Brixental, Haiming, Innsbruck, Hopfgarten im Brixental
Accommodation:Contiki Haus Schoneck (or similar)

day 4 - Hopfgarten im Brixental to Lauterbrunnen

Well bid farewell to Hopfy and catch the train to our next stop. Well pass through Liechtenstein (AKA one of Europe's smallest countries) along the way, so keep an eye out! Welcome to lush green Lauterbrunnen! Well head to our hostel, enjoy a warm, home-cooked dinner then take a short walk the fairytale streets here.

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Location Visited:Hopfgarten im Brixental, Lauterbrunnen
Accommodation:Schutzenbach (or similar)

day 5 - Lauterbrunnen

Time for some hiking! After breakfast, well 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, its back to our hostel on a bus. Mother nature sure does love Switzerland

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch
Location Visited:Lauterbrunnen
Accommodation:Schutzenbach (or similar)

day 6 - Lauterbrunnen

Wakey wakey, today were 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.

Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Lauterbrunnen
Accommodation:Schutzenbach (or similar)

day 7 - 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. Dont worry, there are plenty more jaw-dropping panoramas left for us to explore!

Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Lauterbrunnen
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Accommodation
Contiki Haus Schoneck (or similar) HotelSchutzenbach (or similar) Hotel
Meals
Dinner (x2)Breakfast (x6)Lunch (x4)
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Travel by coach
Guide
Experienced Driver Guide

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