- Prices & Booking

2011 Price Guide

*Please note that Private Ski / Board lessons and Airport Transfers will become available to book shortly.

getting there

You can book the Snowbombing Road Trip or a coach from the UK with us. We also offer airport transfers.

Location

Mayrhofen is located 32 kilometres south of Jenbach, nestling at the end of the Ziller Valley and is the 3rd largest community in Tyrol. The town benefits from being surrounded by nine other resorts, namely Fugen, Hochfugen, Kaltenbach, Zell, Gerlos, Kunigsleiten, Finkenberg, Tux and the Hintertuxer Glacier.

The resort is close to several airports, the nearest being Innsbruck (a quick 30mins down the road) and others such as Salzberg and Munich are only a couple of hours away by coach transfer. This means you don't have to take an agonizing (but often fun) 24 hour coach journey, but simply jump on a short flight and swift transfer to take you to the incredible snowy Alps of Austria.

Coaches From the UK Those of you with a fear of flying...or late comers who've missed the cheap flights...fear not, one of our coaches will deliver you from your nearest city to the festival doorstep for a paltry £103 upwards. One set of coaches will be leaving the UK on Saturday 2nd April (in the evening) and arriving in Mayrhofen the day before the event on Sunday 3rd (customers on this coach will need to book an extra night's accommodation at the beginning of the event). The second set of coaches will be leaving on Sunday 3rd April and will be arriving on the first day of the event (Monday 4th April). All coaches will leave Mayrhofen on Saturday 9th April, returning to the UK on Sunday 10th April (in time for work on Monday).

Departures and Coach prices - 2010 (1st price given is Saturday dept, 2nd price is Sunday) Dover - £113 / £103 London - £113 / £103 Bristol - NA / £109 Birmingham - £119 / £109 Manchester - £119 / £109 Nottingham - £119 / £109 Leeds - £119 / £109 Newcastle - NA / £109 Sheffield - £119 / £109 Liverpool - £119 / £109 Leicester - £119 / £109 Reading - NA / £109 Swindon - NA / £109 Executive coaches are used and all have toilets, DVD players and reclining seats. Baggage allowance is one hold and one hand luggage per person, there will be a number of trailers which will carry sports equipment which is charged at £15 per person and must be booked in advance.

Transfers Transfers will be available from and back to Munich, Salzurg (£32 each way) and Innsbruck (£25 each way). You can book your transfer with your Snowbombing package. Please be aware that you may have to wait for a period at the airport for the transfer coach to fill.

Making your own way... From Munich Airport By Train Follow signs to central/zentrum area (blue signs marked Z) Upon reaching this shopping area, follow signs to U-bahn / Banhof (underground station) Buy a ticket to Munich main train station (Haupt banhof). The journey takes 40 mins. Upon reaching the main station, buy a ticket for Mayrhofen, via Jenbach. (The final destination of this train will be Innsbruck or Milan). The vast majority of railway staff speak English... The journey time to Jenbach is around 90 mins. (This being Germany, the train will leave on time!) Upon reaching Jenbach, change trains. Get on the red Zillertal-bahn. (There's a separate platform for this service.) Trains leave every hour. This is the train which goes all the way up the Ziller valley to Mayrhofen... The journey time is approx 1 hour. Mayrhofen is at the end of the line. AIRPORT SHUTTLE SERVICE Follow signs to central / zentrum area (blue signs marked Z). Walk past the underground station and follow signs to Burger King... You will come to the travel agent section of the airport... Directly in front of you there is a desk with a sign which reads AIRPORT TRANSFERS/ FOUR SEASONS SHUTTLE SERVICE. If you get to a bar on your left called Air Brau, you have walked past this desk.

From Salzburg Airport BY TRAIN Take the number 2 bus shuttle to Salzburg main train station (Hauptbanhof) Bus number 2 goes at regular intervals between Salzburg main railway station and Salzburg Airport. The bus goes every 15 minutes (Sundays and public holidays every 30 minutes). Journey time: approx. 20 minutes Costs: single ticket 1,80 Euros (children 0,90 Euros) Tickets available at bus driver. From Salzburg, take a train to Mayrhofen, via Jenbach... Upon reaching Jenbach, change trains. Get on the red Zillertal-bahn. (There's a separate platform for this service. Trains leave every hour... This is the train which goes all the way up the Ziller valley to Mayrhofen... The journey time is approx 1 hour... Mayrhofen is at the end of the line. To book tickets go to: www.oebb.at

Car Hire A list of car hire possibilities can be found at: www.carrentals.co.uk For route planning, go to www.viamichelin.com and type in Salzburg Airport to Mayrhofen in Zillertal Austria.

The Snowbombing Road Trip: Top Gear all the way... If you fancy am adventure the Snowbombing Road Trip is the perfect way to travel to Mayrhofen. It starts just south of London at a sectret location, before hitting the ferry to France and cruising the awesome autobahns (no maximum speed limit) of Germany. With a city stopover and lots of fun and games en route, the Road Trip - which sorts you out with the ferry crossing and the all important car flags and stickers is available by adding it to your Snowbombing booking. The Road Trip will become available to book September 1st.

Booking Options:

What does the standard Snowbombing package include?

Snowbombing is sold as an accommodation and entertainment package, meaning the event wristband is included in the price you pay to secure your accommodation. Basically all your entertainment at Snowbombing is free... Bargain!

In the past, people have thought that when they got to Snowbombing, they would have to pay to enjoy the world class DJs, live acts and entertainment advertised by the event. This most definitely is not the case! Your wristband gets you free entry into all Snowbombing events and entertainment. Most snowbombers decide to take full advantage of our entertainment offers, going out to every party, every single night until the last record is played... good on 'em!

Your wristband also ensures you get the best drinks prices, and big discounts in restaurants, shops and for extreme activities (500 cc snow bike riding, paragliding, tobogganing etc).

Extras:

What extras are available to add on to the standard Snowbombing package?

In addition to your accommodation and event wristband, you can add a selection of exciting optional extras to your package. These include: Ski-hire, Ski lessons, Ski / Lift Passes, evening meals, Arctic Disco tickets, Backcountry Party (BCP), Arctic Hotel, Insurance and Transfers.

(See the Prices and Booking page for full information of the various Snowbombing packages & extra options available.)

Options for GROUPS:

These have both proved very popular with Snowbombers. For a group it's a great place to come and celebrate birthdays, stags, hens or works do's... but don't expect any back slapping team building exercises.

Is it true that if I get enough friends to come to Snowbombing I could win myself a free ticket?!

In a word, YES. What you earn in free places depends on how many people book through your group homepage. (You can set up a group homepage by filling in our group leader application form on the Prices and Bookings page). Basically, for every 15 places sold, you receive 1 free place. It's that simple! Our system records all the bookings made through your homepage so you don't have to. Just fill in the application and we'll do the rest.

Note: Due to site maintenance, our group booking pages are currently somewhat temperamental. Do not panic though; if you are unable to access the homepage that you require, it will be possible to transfer your bookings into the group at a later date, free of charge.

Options for SOLO travellers:

What if I want to come alone?

If you can't coax anyone into coming to Snowbombing with you, fear not. Last year we had lots of people taking up our solo traveller's option and because there were so many people in the same boat, by the end of the week they knew everyone in the resort!

Money:

So how much does the standard Snowbombing package cost?

We welcome you to try and find a cheaper holiday featuring all the entertainment that Snowbombing has to offer. People have tried it in the past and found themselves faced with hidden extras and costs that we have escalated.

Using our booking system you can put together the package most suited to you. The minimum option is 5 nights' accommodation (including your festival wristband). We have accommodation to suit all depth pockets - from cost conscious apartments and great value traditional guest houses to bling-tastic 4 star spa luxury hotels... The choice is yours.

One of the best things about our system is that you can book the minimum package and then log in to your booking again later to add any other extras you might want.

We have over ten years experience and always try to get you the best prices.  In a nut shell, we do all the hard work so all you have to do is worry about how you want to spend your time!

(See the Resort /Prices & Bookings pages for full information about the various types of accommodation packages we have for you to choose from.)

How can I pay and is there a booking fee?

Bookings should be made online by Visa, Debit Card, Switch, Solo or MasterCard. The standard fee of 2.5% for bookings is applicable.

Visa Electron has a zero% booking fee.

Do I have to pay the whole amount straight away?

No. A deposit of £100 is payable upon booking. The full balance of the booking is due 6 weeks prior to the start of the event. The balance can be paid off as and when you like, and by how much you like by logging into your booking with your reference number and password.

Can I pay over the phone?

We don’t take payments over the phone, just online. You will be charged 2.5% unless you have a Visa Electron card when it is free of charge.

Travel:

How can I get to the Mayrhofen resort?

The standard Snowbombing package does not include transport to the event. Once you have secured your accommodation, you can add various travel options to your booking, including Coach Transfer from the UK, Airport Transfers from local airports or if you're adventurous enough, booking your car onto the infamous Snowbombing Road Trip!

(See the Getting There Tab under Prices and Booking for full information on the transport options available.)

Can I book flights directly through the Snowbombing website?

With the launch of our fantastic new booking system, it became possible to book the full Snowbombing package including flights, for the first time. Unfortunately, due to site maintenance this facility has been temporarily suspended. We hope to reintroduce this option shortly but in the mean time you will need to book flights directly through the airlines themselves.

(Please keep an eye on our news pages for further details on booking facilities.)

Managing my Booking:

How do I log in to manage my booking?

To log into a booking, you will need your Order ID / POSTCODE & EMAIL ADDRESS.

Once logged in, customers can...

•    Make a payment
•    Add Extras
•    Amend your personal details
•    Upgrade NOT downgrade

What happens if I want to cancel my booking / add a passenger / or change the dates of my booking?

If you wish to cancel your booking / add a passenger / change the date, etc, you must call up the snowbombing helpdesk on: 0845 331 3061 or email us on: info@snowbombing.co.uk

At this point we will cancel your initial booking, and you will be asked to create a new booking with the new dates / passengers / accommodation etc. All your additional extras will be removed and put back on sale so you will have to re-select these again, ASAP. You will keep your old order ID and we will attach this to your new booking.

A charge will be made for each amendment that you wish to make to your booking.

The Resort:

What’s the resort of Mayrhofen like?

We can safely say with all our experience throughout the years on Snow resorts, the accommodation in Mayrhofen wins hands down. The village is traditional, with a great alpine feel ... You won’t see any concrete 70’s blocks here, and it all sits tightly in a huge valley. Everything is a stone’s throw away – the ski lift, bars, nightclubs and restaurants. There is a great vibe throughout the centre with loads of café terraces spilling out on the streets.

The accommodation itself is amazing, whatever your budget, whether you book an alpine apartment or a four star hotel, standards will always be better than your expectations. Families own the hotels, and there is a lot of pride in making them the best for the customers... and you’ll get a nice breakfast included in all hotel and 2 star B+B packages!

Apartments are very spacious with all catering equipment and kitchen area, plus lounge area, and all beds in a separate sleeping area. No pulling the bed out of the bottom of the couch business here folks! Have a look at the accommodation page on the site, or ask anyone who went last year on the forum, you’ll be thoroughly impressed.

One thing though – twin rooms are two mattresses on one bed base, so please don’t be alarmed by the closeness you have to your fellow room-mate. After all we’re all grown adults (morning breath optional).

How reliable is the snow?

Mayrhofen sits at 630m, which granted is quite low in the mountains, but the ski lift takes you up to 1800m in 12 minutes where you will find more snow than you can shake a stick at. A great bonus of going to Mayrhofen for Snowbombing is that it’s nice and warm – spring rays will mean you can go boarding or skiing in your t-shirt, and hang out on the terraces for food and drink in the sunshine. Of course, no resort in the world can ever guarantee perfect snow, but Mayrhofen does a pretty good job, with the Tux Glacier within easy reach (with snow 365 days a year), and an army of snow cannons.
For more information on the snow in Mayrhofen, visit the Snow & Piste page.

The Festival:

What makes Snowbombing the world’s greatest show on snow?!

Snowbombing is like no other event you’ve been to and even we have trouble trying to describe what makes it work so well…!

If you are a boarder or a skier then Snowbombing offers a huge glacial resort, perfect for spring skiing. If you have never been snowboarding or skiing before, then this is the perfect time to try. We pride ourselves on the fact that everyone is welcome to the event, hundreds come and learn how to ski or board, because there is no pressure - we stay away from all that elitism!

Snowbombing makes a real change to your average music festival or event. The music and surroundings are breathtaking and there’s this great vibe created by spending a week partying and sharing the slopes with everyone.

Ask the Snowbombers on the forum for more personal anecdotes and to find out what you can expect!

When can I see the schedule?

For Snowbombing we like to add a bit of excitement by adding new artists to the line up as we get closer to the event. We have not yet announced any acts for Snowbombing 2011, but watch this space... With artist negotiations firmly underway, we are expecting this year to have the biggest and best line-up yet! You can expect to see the full schedule finished by Christmas, however keep your eyes on the website as we update the line up constantly.

What to bring:

If you’ve never been to a snow resort before, here’s a little rundown on what you need to bring…

•    Plenty of waterproofs – ski pants and jacket are the best.
•    Layers – these will keep you warmer than one big jacket
•    Sun cream – the climate is very deceiving…it’s easy to get burnt, even if you think there isn’t much sun, the altitude makes you more susceptible to the sun. Make sure you bring plenty of decent sun cream (not bronzing oil!), and some high factor stuff for your lips.
•    Sunglasses/ Goggles – same as above – make sure they are decent and they actually protect you from the sun. Wearing them on your head does look quite cool, but won't really help!
•    Footwear – Bring a decent pair of boots.
•    Board/Ski – These are available to hire in the resort, or you can bring your own, there's plenty of space on the transfer buses and it's no extra charge.
And if you’ve never been on a Snowbombing holiday, then here’s what to bring:
•    Glad rags – Bring plenty of going out clothes for the week, both for cold weather and warm weather... It gets sweaty in them clubs!
•    Fancy Dress – We have special club nights where you can wear certain fancy dress outfits... If however, you don't feel liberated in wearing daft clothing, please feel free to wear whatever you like!
•    Towel and Swimwear – so you can make good use of all the swimming and well-being facilities when you’re there.

Example Packages

Sculpt your own Snowbombing!

This year for the first time in response to your feedback, we’re introducing a range of example Snowbombing packages to suit your pocket, giving you tips on how to tailor make your own mischief and choose the package to enable you to get the most from your time at Snowbombing.

Using our booking system you can put together the package most suited to you. All of the below examples are based on the minimum option of 5 nights accommodation which includes your festival wristband. In addition to this you can add a variety of further options including travel, ski hire and passes, extra nights accommodation either side of the festival, and many more.

One of the best things about our system is that you can book the minimum option then later log in to your booking to add any other options as you make your decisions.

Here are a few example packages to get the ball rolling...

BUDGET BUMS

• Self catering apartments (Hippach) & event wristband (Access to all parties accept Arctic Disco & BCP) - £279pp!!
• Coach Travel (London Return) - £103

Total Cost: 382 GBP

VIP - ICE KINGS & QUEENS

• 4* Hotel - Snowbombing's Favourites - £439
• Evening Meal Option - £80 pp/pw
• Private Lessons 1 -2 people: 2 Hours - £105
• Lift Pass - 5 day - £178
• Backcountry Party - £30
• Arctic Hotel - 1 night - £500 (Sleeps 5 - 100pp)
• Snowboard & Boots (Gold) - 5 days - £92
• Travel - Premium Airline - £120

Total Cost: 1144 GBP

SNOW HEADS

• 3* hotel - £339
• Lift Pass - 5 day - £178
• Ski & Boots (Gold) - 5 day - £99 
• Private Tuition 1 -2 people: 2 Hours - £105
• Travel - Budget Airline - £80

Total Cost: 801 GBP

PARTY PACKAGE

• Self catering apartments (Mayrhofen) - £289
• Travel: Road Trip - TBA
• Backcountry Party - £30
• Arctic Disco - £36

Total Cost: 355 GBP (+ Road Trip: Price TBA)