PEAKHOUSE AUSTRIA 2026

Trip Details

Dates: January 16–22, 2026
Resorts: Mayrhofen*, Hintertux Glacier*, Sölden*, Obergurgl-Hochgurgl 

* = Covered by Epic Pass (2025–2026 season)
Lodging:

• Jan 16–19: Ferienhaus Florentine (near Sölden)

• Jan 19–22: Der Waidachhof Zillertal (near Mayrhofen)

Recommended Ability Level: Low Intermediate to Expert

What’s Included

• Accommodation: 6 nights in ski-lodge-style accommodations

• Groceries: Fully-stocked kitchen for snacks and on-demand meals

• Transport: Private vehicles + rental cars for all destinations and activities

• Meals: Daily breakfasts and select group dinners

• Amenities: Hot tubs, fireplaces, and après-ski social events

What’s Not Included

• Airfare to and from Austria

• Ski passes and rental gear

• Lunches (unless prepared with available sandwich materials) and some dinners

• Travel insurance

• Any optional activities not mentioned in “What’s Included”

Day 1: Arrival + Transfer to Sölden (Thursday, Jan 16)

Fly into Innsbruck and pick up rental vehicles. Meet the group and enjoy a scenic 1.5–2 hour drive to Ferienhaus Florentine near Sölden. Settle in, unpack, and prepare for the alpine adventures ahead. Kick off the trip with a relaxed, home-cooked pasta dinner hosted by the PeakRankings team.

Day 2: Skiing Sölden (Friday, Jan 17)

Sölden is vast, high-altitude, and world-renowned for its glacier skiing and vibrant village atmosphere.

• Beginners: Wide, gentle blues on Giggijoch and the Rettenbach glacier offer confidence-building cruising amid sweeping mountain views.

• Intermediates: Explore the long, undulating red runs from Gaislachkogl or Langeggbahn, where varied pitches and open alpine bowls keep the skiing dynamic and scenic. If your legs are up to it, try out the number 30 piste, which makes its way through down from the glaciers as a part of the longest ski run in Austria. 

• Experts: Challenge yourself on the Tiefenbach glacier, or off-piste runs from the Gaislachkogl. Tackling steep black runs, technical off-piste zones, and sustained vertical descents that reward precision and courage. If steep on-piste runs are what you’re looking for, try out the Wasserkar or Schwarzkogl lifts.

The combination of glaciers, iconic James Bond film locations, and lively après scene make Sölden a top-tier alpine destination.

Day 3: Sölden or Obergurgl-Hochgurgl (Saturday, Jan 18)

Option to explore nearby Obergurgl-Hochgurgl, aka: Gurgl, is known as the “Diamond of the Alps” for its snow quality and tranquility.

• Hochgurgl: Smooth, flowing blues and mellow reds wind through alpine meadows and ridges — perfect for skiers who favor scenic cruising in peaceful surroundings.

• Obergurgl: Steeper red runs and longer laps await confident skiers craving crisp groomers and fewer crowds. In addition, some of the marked off-piste zones hold some of the best snow in Austria due to its higher elevation.

Enjoy the alpine charm and excellent snow reliability that come with Obergurgl-Hochgurgl’s high elevation.

Day 4: Choice Day + Transfer to Mayrhofen (Sunday, Jan 19)

Choose to squeeze in a last morning lap in Sölden or Obergurgl-Hochgurgl. Then embark on a roughly 2 hour scenic drive to your next home base: Der Waidachhof Zillertal near Mayrhofen. Check-in, relax, and prepare for the next mountain playground. Enjoy a pasta bake dinner and Austrian desserts to refuel.

Day 5: Skiing Mayrhofen (Monday, Jan 20)

Mayrhofen is a playground for all skill levels, divided between multiple iconic areas: Penken, Horberg, Ahorn, Finkenberg, Rastkogel and Eggalm.

• Ahorn: A beginner and cruiser’s haven with wide, gentle slopes and long, rolling runs through classic Tyrolean scenery. Its mellow gradients and calm atmosphere make it perfect for technique building or scenic skiing. Though advanced skiers may want to try its valley run, piste no. 5, early in the morning, as the Ahornbahn opens earlier than all other lifts in the Mayrhofen area

• Penken: Intermediates will find their flow on long red runs and panoramic ridges that link forested slopes with open alpine bowls. The expansive network offers endless exploration and playful terrain variety.

• Advanced: For adrenaline seekers, the Harakiri piste stands out as Austria’s steepest groomed run (78% gradient). Beyond it, expert skiers can enjoy challenging tree runs, moguls, and technical descents that demand precision and skill. For expert off-piste runs, the Tux cable car is where you want to be.

• Restaurants: With dozens of options, Mayrhofen has some of the best offerings of on-mountain restaurants and cafes in Austria. 

Mayrhofen’s dynamic terrain and lively après scene make it a must for groups wanting variety and vibrant social evenings.

Day 6: Skiing Hintertux Glacier (Tuesday, Jan 21)

Hintertux Glacier, Austria’s only 365 day-a-year ski resort, offers high alpine terrain with guaranteed snow and spectacular vistas.

• Beginners: The smooth blues around Tuxerjoch provide a gentle introduction amid vast, snowy panoramas.

• Intermediates: The reds traverse glacier bowls and ridges, offering perfect cruising with breathtaking views stretching beyond the Zillertal. The Schwarze Pfanne valley trail is a perfect end to the day down to the base!

• Experts: Steep descents, challenging off-piste zones, and sustained vertical runs reward those seeking a glacier’s pristine challenge and high-elevation thrills. Runs under the Lärmstange provide some of the longest ungroomed runs at the resort.

This glacier playground is about vastness, elevation, and pure alpine adventure.

Day 7: Final Ski & Departure (Wednesday, Jan 22)

Optional early morning runs at Mayrhofen for those with later flights. Pack up, clean, and drive 1.5 hours back to Innsbruck to return rentals and catch flights home.

​Pricing

• ​Shared room: $1,795

• ​NOTE: $100 discount for rental car drivers & payment plans available

• Spaces are limited, so if you’re interested, apply now!