Daytrip is a private car service platform that connects you with local drivers who will transport you door-to-door. We also give you the opportunity to explore sights/attractions along the way. We drive, you discover.
Daytrip offers private door-to-door transfers with optional sightseeing stops, hourly driver hire, and curated day trips — all with local English-speaking drivers and operating across 130+ countries.
For private trips, you can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before departure.
Yes! Book a private, door-to-door airport transfer with a local English-speaking driver. Enjoy fixed and transparent pricing, no hidden fees, and the option to pay in advance without the hassle of exchanging cash at a foreign airport.
You will receive the vehicle that best fits the number of travelers in your group, ranging from a sedan to a van for groups of up to 7. Depending where you travel, you can book anything from a sedan comparable to a Toyota Corolla to a Mercedes V-Class to a Classic Cuban Car. While the exact model may vary, we always ensure that the vehicle provided meets your needs in terms of safety, reliability, and comfort. You may be upgraded to a larger vehicle class free of charge depending on availability. Since our largest vehicle seats 7, for groups larger a combination of vehicles will be used. We will send you the exact vehicle details a few days before your trip.
Everywhere except the USA, drivers will supply appropriate child seats (just let us know during booking). In the USA, certain states require you to supply your own child seats.
Know more about traveling from Solden
Sölden is located deep in the Ötztal Valley, roughly 90 km (56 miles) from Innsbruck. The drive along the valley road takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours depending on traffic and conditions, with mountain scenery that builds in intensity the further you travel. A private transfer is ideal for this route—the road narrows and winds as you ascend, and having a professional driver lets you focus entirely on the landscape rather than navigation or parking. Public transport options exist but involve connections and limited flexibility, which can eat significantly into your time at the destination.
A full day is the right benchmark. Budget at least 2 to 3 hours for the mountain experience alone—riding the lifts to the BIG 3 peaks and taking in the panoramic views at over 3,000 m deserves unhurried time. Add the drive along the 15 km Ötztaler Glacier Road, the second highest paved road in Europe, and you have a half-day of scenery before you even reach the village. If you are visiting in winter, factor in ski time separately. Arriving early gives you the best light for views and more flexibility to explore at your own pace.
Yes, though the experience shifts significantly by season. Winter brings Sölden's identity as a premier ski resort to the forefront—the BIG 3 peaks and extensive lift infrastructure attract skiers from across Europe, and the atmosphere in the village is lively. Summer offers a quieter but equally rewarding visit: the high-altitude lifts remain operational for hikers, the glacier road is fully open, and the valley scenery is at its most vivid. Spring and autumn are shoulder periods worth considering if you want to avoid peak crowds while still accessing the main highlights. The mountain roads can be affected by weather, so traveling with a knowledgeable local driver adds a practical layer of reassurance in any season.
Sölden has more layers than its reputation as a ski resort suggests. The region sits within the broader Ötztal Valley, one of the longest side valleys in the Alps and a site of continuous human settlement since around 3200 BCE. The Ötzi the Iceman discovery site lies nearby, connecting the landscape to one of Europe's most significant archaeological finds. In summer, the mountain peaks remain accessible via the same lifts used in winter, offering hiking trails and glacier views without the crowds. The Bond World 007 exhibition, inspired by the Spectre filming locations, is a popular stop for visitors looking to connect the landscape to its cinematic identity.
The Ötztaler Glacier Road is a 15 km (9 mile) route that climbs toward the Rettenbach and Tiefenbach glaciers, making it the second highest paved road in Europe. Every curve delivers a different perspective on the surrounding peaks and glaciers, and it is genuinely one of the most scenic drives in the Alps. Including it in your day trip is strongly recommended—it functions as an attraction in its own right, not just a route to somewhere else. A private transfer makes this segment especially enjoyable, since your driver handles the technical mountain driving while you take in the views without distraction.
Sölden is one of the most visually dramatic destinations in the Austrian Alps, and it earns that reputation. The village sits at the heart of the Ötztal Valley, a landscape shaped by over 5,000 years of human history—the same region where Ötzi the Iceman was discovered. Beyond the history, Sölden offers the BIG 3: three mountain peaks exceeding 3,000 m connected by ski lifts that give any visitor access to sweeping panoramic views. Fans of James Bond will also recognize the scenery from the film Spectre, which was shot here. Whether you come in winter for world-class skiing or in summer for the mountain scenery, a day trip delivers genuine Alpine spectacle.
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