This is probably the most kid-friendly trip we offer...
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About this trip: Our 7 th year as guests of Wolfgang at this “mile-high” hütte and we’re going to claim we don’t know why this has been the fastest sellout of all the HISC trips three years in a row. We’ll stay in a beautiful Tyrolean mountain hütte high above the Kitzbühel valley, on the slope. This ski-in/out location is an ideal trip for families. Departure is early Friday morning at 0600, because we must arrive while the lifts are running; luggage is delivered by snowmobile.
When we get to Kitzbühel we ride a slow chairlift up to ski down to the oldest hütte in the area. There is no spa, no internet and no access to the valley once the lifts close at dusk. Rooms are all quads and triples and the bathrooms are down the hall and shared. School age youngsters will enjoy the slumber party atmosphere. Parents will have a stress free weekend while children entertain themselves. Romance? Not here. Couples without kids will share a room.
Wolfgang is a great host and 0ur hütte serves hearty Tyrolean meals and has a charming bar and atmosphere, but this isn’t a trip for those seeking bar-hopping nightlife. There is no access to town once the lifts close for the day. There is no TV and you may actually have to eat meals with your family and even talk to them. Ask anyone who has been on this trip before and they will tell you, “This trips stinks.” Then watch as they get in line early to sign up again.
All this while skiing the world famous Kitzbühel ski slopes, including the Hahnenkamm downhill race course – the most spectacular on the World Cup circuit. After our early afternoon arrival, we’ll have the rest of Friday for skiing, all day Saturday and Sunday and then most of Monday before the trip home.
Trip Price: 290€. No single rooms are available on this trip. The trip is 3 nights (Fri - Sun) and the price includes transportation, room, 3 breakfasts, and 3 dinners.
Skiing: We will ski at Kitzbühel-Jochberg with 57 lifts plus cable cars. These cover 27 km of black runs, 71 km of red runs, and 72 km of blue runs. Cross country skiing is available, but you will need to take chair lift to the valley.
Trip Opens: November 30
Final Payment Due: January 4
Trip Captain:Dave Ellis
Tel: +49 6221 756 4275
Hotel: Our hütte, the Schutzhütte, is conveniently located on the mountain facilitating a ski-in/out weekend experience. The hearty Tyrolean meals and charming bar will provide evening pleasure. Bring games to share with others as we create a wholesome family evening atmosphere. Note: Bathroom facilities are in the hallway and shared. They can be reached at +43-6562-8389.
Lift Passes: An adult 3-day lift pass are approximately 130€, a youth pass is 115€, and a child pass is 75€. An additional refundable deposit may be required for the electronic keycard. Prices are approximate and subject to change without notice.
Equipment Rental: You will need to rent your equipment prior to departure.
Lessons: Lessons are available. Recommend referring to the tourist info web site for more information.
Departure: The bus will depart PHV from the Dental Clinic parking lot at 6 am (06:00). The travel time is approximately 7 hours, and we need to arrive before the lifts close to reach our hütte. When paid in full, members may reserve/select their bus seat. The bus waits for no one. Check-in with the TC prior to 05:45 or risk being assessed a 10€ penalty fee that will be used to support the trip party fund. Special Note: Please pack lightly, the bus has limited cargo carrying capacity. Limit yourself to an overnight bag, ski boot bag, and skis. Thanks.
Return: The trip captain will notify skiers of the departure time the night before departure and again the morning of departure.
Enjoy the trip!
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