Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride: Alpine Christmas Magic

Experience the magic of Christmas with a horse-drawn sleigh ride in a charming village near Schladming. Explore the stunning Dachstein mountain and enjoy a festive lunch before embarking on a 2-hour wintry adventure.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Ramsau am Dachstein - Ramsau
  • an alpine paradise nestled amidst an awe-inspiring mountainous landscape. Spend 5 hours above 3,700 feet elevation, including a 1-hour enchanting horse-drawn sleigh ride through a winter fairy-tale setting!
  • Filzmoos - Take a unique scenic path back home through the charming village of Filzmoos.
What's Included
  • Approximately 2-hour guided sleigh ride
  • Expert guidance throughout
  • Climate-controlled coach transportation
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

Indulge in the ultimate Christmas adventure with a horse-led sleigh ride in a petite township near Schladming on this one day journey from Salzburg. Journey through the Salzach River Valley, passing numerous renowned Austrian ski destinations on your way to Schladming. From there, climb 3,281 feet (1,000 meters) to the foot of the breathtaking…

Location
Salzburg Panorama Tours – Bus Terminal and Ticket Office
Hubert-Sattler-Gasse
The tour departs from the bus terminal at Mirabellplatz, corner Hubert Sattler Gasse 1 (in front of St. Andrew church)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Maxin008
Jan 20, 2025
Best Tour - The horse sleigh ride was absolutely my favorite part of this trip. We went to the location via bus, the service was punctual and professional. The ride was worth the money, as you were on the sleigh for two hours with a break in between, during which the horses rested, and you could enjoy some hot chocolate. The scenery was magical with the snow. I highly recommend this tour.
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369vladar
Jan 5, 2025
Pure magic! - Incredible experience! Highly recommend even if you are traveling solo (like I did)! Beautiful view, magical scenery 🎄🥰
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Lindsey_b
Dec 30, 2024
Beautiful winter scenery - Beautiful scenery. A Knowledgeable guide. A Friendly sleigh driver. Very good trip. Really enjoyed it.
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Attitudeadjuster
Jan 17, 2024
What a wonderful end to 2023 - After an awful tour to Hallstatt the day before, I was almost tempted to cancel my day in Ramsau - so glad I didn't! There was actually a little bit of spare room in the coach, though it was quite small and not very comfortable. We had a good journey up into the snowy mountains where the horses were waiting to take us on what I believe was a 15km sleigh ride, with a break half way round. I loved the horses and the 7 of us in our sleigh all made friends quickly as we dashed through the snow. It was totally fabulous and I drained my phone battery taking pictures and videos of our wonderful journey. We then had a couple of hours in the village, which was probably a bit too long but I found a nice little place to have lunch (very little open on NYE Sunday). It was a full day and we got back into Salzburg around 6pm. I'd do this again in an instant.
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Jackms3878dx
Jan 4, 2024
Sleighbells Ring! - This was a highlight of our trip to Austria. I was traveling with my husband and adult daughter. We took this tour from Salzburg and it was fabulous. Our tour guide, Alenka, gave us a history of the region on the way up, filling in with bits of local trivia and a few restaurant recomendations. Our weather was perfect but it's a sleigh ride in a mountain village so dress warm. They provide warm blankets. A rest stop for the horses allows time for a warm drink at a cafe on the trip. Our driver, Marcus, was gracious and full of local knowledge. His beautiful team, Luna and Gretel, were steady and ready to work. The restaurant, Waldschenke, where we started and ended the sleigh ride, was excellent. Local specialties, warm drinks, and gorgeous desserts in a classic atmosphere were the perfect follow up to our ride. This tour allowed plenty of time to explore the village before heading back to Salzburg. The grounds at Ramsau are a winter paradise for cross country skiing, sleigh rides, and winter hiking on the miles of groomed trails. I would happily return for a longer stay. Pro tip, arrive early for the tour. The Austrians keep a tight schedule.
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Northstar48910031354
Jan 1, 2024
A ‘must do’ trip! - Trip was amazing. Very well organised and the guide was very informative also. The sleigh ride through the mountains was epic & such a wonderful experience.
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141pattib
Dec 31, 2023
Wonderful day - Oh my goodness, this was an amazing day. Alenka, our guide, and Sammy, our driver, took us to Ramshau in the mountains,for an unforgettable 1.5 hour sleigh ride. It was magical. The whole trip was very well organised and Alenka kept us very entertained during the road work delays...really excellent tour through the most dtunning scenery.
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Timothy_m
Dec 30, 2023
Excellent Xmas Day Trip. - A memorable excision, highly recommended. Probably the best tour guide I’ve ever had in all the years of traveling, Leapold.
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Frosty2
Dec 27, 2023
Great day out - Fantastic day out and loved our sleigh ride in snowy Ramsau. Leopold was our guide - what can we say - he was both interesting and funny at the same time, Thank you - so pleased I booked this trip as it was a fun day out on Boxing Day (UK) or St Stephens Day ( Austria).
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Adventure05665219165
Jan 22, 2024
Disappointed - We didn’t get to go, the day we were supposed to go they had a blizzard so it got cancelled.."………………………………………………………………..
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From $117
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).