ZEALOUS ITALY
DOLOMITI OFF-PISTE ADVENTURE

OVERVIEW

Carve your way through the dramatic peaks of the Dolomites on this off-piste ski & splitboard adventure built for freeriders who live for fresh tracks. Combine lift access with short skin ascents to unlock epic descents across iconic terrain. From the towering Marmolada glacier to hidden powder in the Sella Massif, every day brings a new line and a new horizon. Cozy mountain huts and hearty alpine meals fuel the stoke between turns.

@downdirtroads

Hi! I’m Kim, but you might know me as downdirtroads! I’m a long-distance hiker, paddler, skier, photgrapher, and huge nature lover. I’ve been living in Canada for a little over 10 years, but grew up in France. I work as a researcher and writer with NGOs focused on environmental conservation & Indigenous rights. I’m excited to ski (and eat) with you in the Dolomites!

2 nights in traditional mountain huts

MOUNTAIN RIFUGIOS

OFF-PISTE TERRAIN

Access untracked backcountry terrain

SKINS & LIFTS

Short skinning + resort lifts = long descents

1-Mar-2026

from $2,425

Days

Italy

TRIP DETAILS

Destination Airport:
Venice (VCE)

Meeting Place:
Airport (VCE)

Group Size:
5 guests

Trip Duration:
6 days

Local Lodging:
3 nights

Hut Lodging:
2 nights

Ski / Splitboard Level:
No touring experience required, but guests should be advanced or (at least) very strong intermediate

YOUR ITINERARY

DAY 1

Welcome to Italy

Meet your crew at the Venice airport to kick off your 6-day winter adventure. Enjoy a scenic private transfer to Moena, cozy mountain town tucked into the heart of the Dolomites. After check-in, we’ll prep & pack for the tour before a warm welcome dinner!

  • Arrive in Venice (VCE)

  • Private transfer & welcome dinner

  • Accommodation: Family-run hotel in Moena

DAY 2

Ski Safari Begins

After breakfast, we’ll head to San Pellegrino ski area to start the tour. A ride up the Col Margherita cable car leads to a classic freeride descent — one of our favorite runs to start the day. From the top of a nearby lift, we’ll skin up to Selle Pass for sweeping views and an epic descent, followed by a short uphill to our rifugio for the night.

  • Col Margherita cable car to freeride run

  • Skin to Selle Pass

  • Accommodation: Mountain Rifugio

DAY 3

Chasing Lines

We'll continue our traverse across the Dolomites, linking stunning valleys and high alpine passes with a solid mix of lift-accessed terrain and rewarding skin tracks. Expect wide open bowls, scenic ridge lines, technical off-piste terrain, and untouched snow far away from the resort crowds.

  • More technical terrain

  • Pordoi cable car to Lasties Valley off-piste run

  • Accommodation: Mountain Rifugio

DAY 4

Freeride in Sella Massif

Today we explore the legendary terrain of the Sella Massif, where towering peaks and wide open slopes set the stage for epic freeride runs. With multiple options to choose from, we’ll combine chairlift rides with short skin ascents to access the best untouched powder and challenging technical lines.

  • Carve through the iconic Sella Massif terrain

  • Multiple detour options to choose

  • Accommodation: Hotel

DAY 5

The Last Descent

Our final day of touring delivers the grand finale: the Marmolada, the highest peak in the Dolomites. After reaching the summit via cable car, we’ll embark on the Marmolada Saddle Traverse, which includes a long descent on the glacier and a technical bootpacking ascent to the saddle. Our final off-piste descent will be unforgettable!

  • Cable car to the top of Marmolada

  • Descend on the Marmolada Glacier

  • Accommodation: Family-run hotel in Moena

DAY 6

Farewell Dolomites

Pack up your gear — it’s time to return to the real world. After breakfast, we’ll take a private transfer to the Venice airport (VCE), where you’ll catch your flight home. Don’t forget to swap contact info with your new adventure crew so you can share photos, keep the stoke alive, and start planning your Zealous reunion trip.

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    • Certified guides ➜ Awesome local English-speaking guide

    • Trip leaders ➜ Fun, friendly, logistical Jedi

    • 5 ➜ Breakfasts

    • 5 ➜ Lunches

    • 5 ➜ Dinners

    • 2 nights ➜ Family-owned hotel in Moena

    • 2 nights ➜ Rifugios // Mountain huts

    • 1 night ➜ Hotel during the tour

    • Single occupancy is unavailable for this particular trip

    • All necessary ground transportation is included

    • Avalanche safety equipment ➜ beacon, shovel, probe

  • Flights

  • Lunch on arrival day

  • 4-day lift ticket to Dolomiti Superski

  • or the IKON pass, which includes Dolomiti Superski

  • 35-40L touring backpack

  • Ski touring or splitboard equipment

  • Personal & incidental expenses

  • Tips for the ski touring guide

International flights

  • Home airport ⇄ Venice (VCE)

  • Must arrive to VCE by _____

  • Must depart VCE after _____

** Guests will receive detailed flight information after booking **

Not Quite Fine Print

  • Outdoor adventure travel can be quite unpredictable. Our top priority is to provide a rewarding yet safe experience. We’ll do our best to adhere to the intended itinerary, but certain circumstances (i.e. unsafe weather conditions) may result in slight changes. However, spontaneity is often a good thing.

  • Guests are required to have a travel insurance policy that covers all potential activities for the specific trip. We suggest purchasing travel insurance shortly after booking with Zealous Travel Co. We highly recommend the Tin Leg Adventure policy through Squaremouth.

  • Guests must have a valid passport with an expiration date at least 6 months after your return flight.

  • Do not book flights until receiving the go-ahead email from Zealous Travel Co. We are happy to provide flight recommendations.

Payment Policy

  • Deposit is due at the time of booking.

  • 100% of deposit is refundable for any reason within 7 days of booking.

  • After 7 days, deposit is transferable to any future trip within 18 months.

Cancelation Policy

  • 120 days or more before trip start date:

    • 100% of payment(s) made to date are refundable

    • 100% of deposit is refundable

  • 90-119 days before trip start date:

    • 80% of payment(s) made to date are refundable

    • 20% of payment(s) made to date are not refundable

    • 100% of deposit is transferable to any future trip within 18 months

  • 60-89 days before trip start date:

    • 60% of paymen(s) made to date are refundable

    • 40% of paymen(s) made to date are not refundable

    • 100% of deposit is transferable to any future trip within 18 months

  • 0-59 days before trip start date:

    • Payment(s) made to date are not refundable

    • 100% of deposit is transferable to any future trip within 18 months

from $2,425

Italy