Lake Como Executive Retreats | Private Group Travel
Dramatic, picturesque, and endlessly captivating, Lake Como is one of Italy's most celebrated destinations. Carved by glaciers and framed by the Alps, its landscape shifts beautifully with the seasons, from snow capped peaks to lush green hills. Just 50 km north of Milan, Lake Como enchants with grand villas, terraced gardens, and lakeside villages where every turn reveals a new view.
When you book your group experience in Italy, ExquisItalia is your single point of contact for everything on the ground. Built on fifteen years of direct relationships with Lake Como's villas, boat captains, chefs, and drivers, I curate each itinerary around your group rather than handing you a standard package.
Whether you're planning this yourself or working through an event planner or executive assistant, I keep logistics smooth from the first call to the final day, drawing on years of experience navigating the unexpected challenges that come with planning in Italy. The goal is simple: an experience that feels effortless for you and memorable for everyone attending.
There's a range of options to fit different interests, from time on the water, the villa gardens, or something more active. For groups who want to venture a little further, I can easily build in a day trip to Valtellina's terraced vineyards or Franciacorta's sparkling wine estates, both just over an hour from the lake. Explore Valtellina and Franciacorta for a closer look at what each region offers.
Where to Stay
Accommodations range from boutique hotels to five-star properties, with several new luxury brands arriving in the region soon.
For something more private, villas with views over the lake offer a personalized, distinctly Italian feel, with the option to hire a private chef or host a cooking class on site.
Meeting facilities and conference rooms can be arranged for groups of any size.
Gastronomy
Dining options range from rustic farm to table meals to Michelin starred restaurants. I can also arrange private cooking classes with a local chef, olive oil tastings, and visits to a centuries old cellar paired with local cheese and wine
On the Water
On the water, choose from a fleet of luxury boats for groups large and small, up to fifty people, or a sailing excursion for a quieter pace.
Enjoy stunning Lake views while passing by gorgeous villas, guided by our. knowledgeable and entertaining English speaking drivers.
Day Trips for Wine Tasting
Two wine regions sit just beyond Como. Valtellina, to the north, produces structured reds from the Nebbiolo grape, the same variety behind Barolo. Franciacorta, to the southeast, is Italy's answer to Champagne.
Day trips typically include one or two winery visits, with lunch either at the winery with wine pairings or at a local restaurant overlooking the vineyards. Cellars range from centuries old to modern, and each region's cuisine is shaped around its wines.
Glacier train to St Moritz Switzerland
Take a ride on the scenic glacier train through the most breathtaking Alpine landscape. Stop for lunch in the luxurious mountain resort, St Moritz. Additionally, an overnight stay in St Moritz or Valtellina wine country can be arranged with luxury transport back to Lake Como.
Other fun excursions
For groups looking for something more active or collaborative, options include a cooking course with panoramic views, scenic hikes with an optional picnic lunch suited to all fitness levels, kayaking or paddle boarding in the warmer months, and golf followed by lunch at a course overlooking the lake.
For smaller groups, seaplane tours and helicopter transport can also be arranged.
