Lake Como, also known as Lario, is the third largest Italian lake (after Lake Garda and Lake Maggiore). Located at the foot of the Alps, Lake Como offers some of the most romantic and picturesque sceneries in the world.
Its characteristic shape, resembling an inverted Y, comes from the melting of glaciers combined with the erosive action of the ancient Adda river. This led to the formation of the two southern branches that culminate in the cities of Como and Lecco, in the middle of which lies the famous Bellagio.
We love getting to visit the stunning Lago di Como Italy’s premier chic destination. JOIN US on retreat as we experience private boat rides, villa visits, hikes, gourmet meals, spa day, with daily yoga + travel journal creation.
Our home base for the week is the beautiful Hotel Villa Flori in the picturesque lake-side position between Como and Cernobbio on the first basin of Lake Como. This luxury historic hotel boasts lake views over the area …
Part of our itinerary includes free time in Verenna, a picturesque and traditional village, located on the eastern shore of the lake. It’s an essential stop for anyone wishing to visit one of the most typical and peaceful towns of the lake.
From there we will take part in a wine tasting in Bellagio. Located in an eighteenth century stone cellar, this family run wine bar will give you a tasting from their curated array of Italian wines.
We’ll take a walk in the hills to get close to nature, and learn about the flora and fauna as we forage with a Michelin level chef before a class with lunch. In their own words:
Knowing how to recognize first and then the collection of wild species: SPROUTS, FLOWERS, PINE CONES, ROOTS, LICHENS, MUSHROOMS, SMALL FRUITS and much more.. With lunch and the proposed tasting menu, the discovery does not end here! You can taste and enjoy flavors never tried before and unique scents and fragrances.
Get connected to the elements and the local land in this rare experience!
We will have daily meditation and yoga classes as a way to relax, stimulate, and help guests grow in their own personal practice. Classes are open to all levels, beginner to practiced, and can range from gentle and restorative to more vigorous vinyasa flow and ashtanga styles. Yoga and meditation classes will prepare our bodies and minds to find a creative way to focus on our excursions through the beautiful lake district of Northern Italy. We will be able to explore our creativity in new ways with Julian Hyzler from EASEL&LENS combining a look at creative focus with art projects in sketching and "ifonography" (smartphone photography) throughout the week.
We’ll enjoy a guided hike with views down to the lake, as well as another boat trip across the lake to a luxurious spa day with treatments to cap off our time together with pure relaxation. Expect lunches and dinners with incredible views!
Hope you enjoyed discovering a little bit more about this breathtaking location. We would love for you to join us this JULY for a truly immersive experience into Lake Como’s beauty and cuisine with the perfect balance of yoga and creativity!