Welcome to the wonderful region of Lake Como in Northern Italy. This place is known for its breathtaking landscapes and luxurious lifestyle. The lake is surrounded by picturesque towns and villages and is a popular destination for those seeking relaxation, outdoor activities, and shopping in nearby Milan.

One of the favorite pastimes in this area is golf. There are several world-class golf courses located nearby, including the Villa d’Este Golf Club, which offers a breathtaking view of the lake and mountains.
But it’s not just golf that makes this place special. Milan, one of the fashion capitals of the world, is just an hour’s drive from the lake and offers numerous high-end boutiques and designer shops.
The lifestyle at Lake Como revolves around relaxation and indulgence. The lake is dotted with elegant villas and charming restaurants, where visitors can savor local cuisine and wine while enjoying the stunning view.
In addition, there are numerous wellness centers and spas where visitors can relax and pamper themselves with luxury treatments.

In conclusion, Lake Como is the perfect destination for those seeking a luxurious and unforgettable vacation, where golf, fashion, and lifestyle can be combined.

Villa d’Este Golf Club

#1 BEST GOLF COURSE IN ITALY

Designed in 1926 by Peter Gannon, it covers a distance of 5760 meters for a par of the field of 69 shots.
18 holes, studded with carefully studied natural obstacles, which challenge the skill of enthusiasts and professionals, offering an unforgettable experience.
A naturalistic and landscape setting among the most evocative in the world: over 30,000 trees -pines, chestnuts, birches-, the Prealps in the background and glimpses of Lake Montorfano.

With its opening in 1926, the Circolo Golf Villa d’Este is one of the oldest golf clubs in Italy Since 1928, the Golf Villa d’Este has been the stage of the Italian Open 12 times, boasting the merit of being the club of Italy with more editions played Numerous editions of the international amateur championships, both male and female, held since 1932 contribute to the luster of the Golf Villa d’Este Como.

Monticello Golf Club

36 exciting holes at the gates of Milan.
The Monticello Golf Club offers two beautiful courses:

• RED course : fascinating, Par 72 of 6.410m, always in the highest positions of the Italian Ranking. It has hosted seven editions of the Italian Open, including prestigious winners such as Billy Casper, Sandy Lyle and Greg Norman.
• BLUE course : Parkland of great attraction that joins, without being less, the historic Red Course. Technical path, which gives players the opportunity to confront different game skills.

Monticello’s international value was immediately recognized with the awarding and organization of the 1975 Italian Open, won by Billy Casper. In the following years the Italian Open was played six more times in Monticello and saw the affirmation of some of the greatest players in the world: Sam Torrance, Sandy Lyle and Greg Norman, who still holds the field record with 63 shots, along with Costantino Rocca.

La Pinetina Golf Club

A golfing pearl in unspoilt nature.
Course designed by the architect John Derring Harris, built on seventy hectares of greenery immersed in the Park Pineta of Appiano Gentile with its forests of Pines, Birches, Oaks and Chestnuts away from noise and everyday stress.
The course is divided into a wavy path with different game situations and offers enchanting new panoramic views: the Monte Rosa, the Lombard Prealps and the Apennines.

The 18 hole part 71 is a particularly challenging test for each player category.

The course is set in a continuous ups and downs surrounded by a continuous forest with green on several levels and narrow fairways.

A FULL DAY IN MILAN

Founded in the 6th century b.C., Milan is not only the main economic and financial centre of the Italian peninsula, but also one of the four fashion capitals of the world (alongside New York,London and Paris) as it hosts the Fashion Weeks, the events of major interest in this sector during which both established and
emerging designer labels display their seasonal creations in sensational fashion shows.

Driven by a constant spirit of innovation and renewal, Milan is a cosmopolitan metropolis that has so much to offer, also in terms of architecture, art, music, cuisine.

Valtellina : Food and Wine experience

Find out the history behind what makes the wines of Valtellina great. This land has been famous for its vineyards and wine since Roman times.
Enter the valley and gaze upon the magnificent terrace system comprising stone walls that spread for 2500 kilometers (nowadays vying to become a UNESCO Heritage Site), making it possible to grow vineyards in the Rhaetian Alps steep, sunny areas.
Our local sommelier will take you to visit a selected winery and explore the sensations that the wines reveal according to the cru, the blend, and the vintage. Each wine is paired with locally produced appetizers to enhance flavor notes and delight your palate.

Thanks to the guided tastings, you will explore the varied flavors of different wines and be impressed by wines’ peculiarities and styles, even within a limited distance. Italy offers very different landscapes, climates, and wines in a single region. You might be surprised by the incredible variety you can enjoy.

A MEAL WITH PAIRING
For centuries wine has been the unique beverage in south Europe, besides water. Pairing food and wine is the essential of eno-gastronomy in Italy.
Italy regions displays different territories: mountains, sea, lakes, many rivers. Any kind of food is to find there. Also, seasons play a huge role in the food you may find on your plates. And the wines you can pair to those plates are another unmissable offer! Still, white wines, slightly aromatic bubbles, important red wines find their best pairings with pasta, vegetables, fish, and meat.

A Cruise day on lake Como

A unique experience: a boat trip on Lake Como to visit the most beautiful and particular places and the enchanting villas. We will depart early in the morning to fully enjoy the beauty of the lake when it is still quiet and peaceful.
We will visit Villa del Balbianello, famous for being the set of many Hollywood films, including “Casino Royale” and “Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones”, located on the tip of a hill overlooking the lake.

The town of Bellagio, famous for its historic villas and wonderful gardens.
Then we will venture into the Lecco branch of the lake, less frequented by tourists but equally fascinating, where we will visit Villa Melzi d’Eril, a neoclassical villa located a few steps from the lake, surrounded by a lovely botanical garden.
This boat trip on Lake Como will be an unforgettable experience that will leave you with an indelible memory of the beauty of Italy.

In this Experience

• 8 nights in double room + breakfast in selected hotelsace Hotel (5 stars)
• 5 dinners in restaurants based on tradition local products
• 3 dinners at hotel restaurants
• One day lake cruise with personal guide with light lunch
• Visit to Valtellina with lunch and wine tasting
• Visit to Milano with aperitif in down town
• 1 x 18-hole green fee at the Monticello Golf Club
• 1 x 18-hole green fee at the Villa D’Este Golf Club
• 1 x 18-hole green fee at the Pinetina Golf Club

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