Is Villa D'Este really that exclusive?

Yes. Villa d’Este is ranked among the world’s finest hotels and has been hosting royalty, heads of state and international celebrities for over 150 years. Its 10-hectare grounds, the floating pool on the lake and the personalised service make it a unique experience.

Golf Lake Como | Villa D'Este 5★ | 2 Green Fee + Michelin Dinner

This trip is part of our selection of Bespoke golf holidays in Italy.

Hotel
Villa D'Este 5★
Destination
Cernobbio, Lake Como, Italy
Best Period
From April to October
Transfers
Private chauffeur for your entire stay (airport, golf courses, excursions)
Board
Bed and breakfast
Assistance
Golf Tour Experience remotely (phone/WhatsApp) 24/7, multilingual
Green Fee Included
2 18-hole green fees included (with cart)
Nights
4 nights / 5 days
Golf courses
Circolo Golf Villa d'Este · Monticello Golf Club
Experiences
Private boat · Michelin-starred dinner · Chauffeur

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Golf on Lake Como: Villa d'Este 5★, 2 green fees, and a Michelin-starred dinner

There are few places in Italy as celebrated as Lake Como : international celebrities, European aristocracy and heads of state choose this corner of paradise as their private refuge. Breathtaking scenery, historic lakeside villas and hospitality of the very highest level make Lake Como the setting for a golf escape without compromise.

This exclusive package includes a stay at the legendary Villa d'Este, one of the world's most celebrated hotels — built in 1568 as Cardinal Gallio's summer residence and reborn as a grand hotel in 1873. Alongside the golf, the programme includes a private boat tour on the lake and dinner at the Michelin-starred Materia Cernobbio , with a private chauffeur at your service for the entire stay.

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Tee times booked on both courses, private chauffeur for the entire stay, private boat and table at Materia already reserved, 24/7 multilingual assistance. Italian tour operator specializing in golf, awarded Best Tour Operator at the Italian Golf Awards 2024.

Best period: April to October; spring and autumn for mild temperatures and fewer tourists.

Highlights

Stay at the legendary Villa d'Este 5★, Lake Como’s iconic hotel since 1873
Green fee at the Villa D'Este Golf Club: 18 holes over 5,760 yards, par 69, designed by Peter Gannon in 1926
Green fees at Monticello Golf Club: two Red and Blue courses amongst 30,000 trees and the foothills
Private boat tour on Lake Como with lunch included
Exclusive dinner at Michelin restaurant Materia Cernobbio
Private chauffeur for the duration of the stay
Airport transfers included
Dedicated Golf Tour Experience Assistance

Day 1:

Arrival at Lake Como – Villa D'Este

Arrival at Milan Malpensa or Linate airport. You private chauffeur is waiting for you for direct transfer to Villa d'Este In Cernobbio, on the western shore of Lake Como. Check into this historic palace from 1568, surrounded by 10 hectares of parkland with centuries-old statues and colourful flowers. The early evening is free to enjoy the lake at sunset.

Day 2:

Villa D'Este Golf Club

Breakfast in the splendid room overlooking the lake. Transfer to Circolo Golf Villa D'Este, designed in 1926 by Peter Gannon18 holes over 5,760 yards, par 69, with natural hazards that challenge golfers of all levels. The Prealps in the background and the waters of Lake Montorfano create one of the most evocative settings in Italy. In the afternoon, free time to explore Cernobbio and the lakeside promenade.

Day 3:

Private Boat Tour and Starry Dinner

A day dedicated to Lake Como in its most exclusive form: private boat tour with lunch on board, visiting the most famous villas on the lake — Villa Balbianello (location for James Bond and Star Wars), Villa Carlotta, Bellagio and Varenna. In the evening, a gala dinner at Michelin restaurant Materia in Cernobbio, one of the most appreciated tables in Lombardy.

Day 4:

Monticello Golf Club

Second day of golf at the Monticello Golf Club, one of Italy's most prestigious clubs, nestled amongst over 30,000 trees — pines, chestnuts, and birches — with the Prealps as a natural backdrop. Two distinct routes: the Red Course and the Blue Course, with different characteristics and difficulties. Host of international tournaments. Free afternoon in Como city.

Day 5:

Return

Breakfast at Villa d'Este. Check-out and private chauffeur transfer to Milan airport. End of services. Golf Tour Experience. An experience on Lake Como that will remain in the memory.

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Il periodo migliore per giocare a golf sul Lago di Como è da **aprile a ottobre**. Durante questi mesi, il clima è generalmente mite e piacevole, con temperature ideali per giocare all'aperto. * **Primavera (aprile-maggio):** Le giornate si allungano e la natura si risveglia, offrendo paesaggi splendidi. Le temperature sono fresche ma confortevoli. * **Estate (giugno-agosto):** Il tempo è solitamente caldo e soleggiato, perfetto per chi ama giocare con temperature più elevate. Potrebbe esserci maggiore affluenza. * **Autunno (settembre-ottobre):** Le temperature iniziano a scendere, ma il clima rimane mite. I colori autunnali aggiungono un ulteriore fascino ai campi da golf. È consigliabile evitare i mesi invernali (novembre-marzo), quando il clima può essere freddo e alcuni campi potrebbero essere chiusi o avere condizioni di gioco meno ideali.

The ideal season is from April to October. Summer (July-August) is the busiest but also the most beautiful. Spring and autumn offer mild temperatures and fewer tourists, ideal for enjoying the lake in peace. Villa D'Este is open approximately from early March to mid-November.

Are golf courses accessible to all skill levels?

Circolo Golf Villa D’Este is suitable for all levels thanks to its 5 tee options. Monticello Golf Club is recommended for golfers with a medium-low handicap, especially the Blue Course. Appropriate golf attire and advance tee time booking are required.

Is Villa D'Este really that exclusive?

Yes. Villa d'Este is ranked among the best hotels in the world and has hosted royalty, heads of state and international celebrities for over 150 years. The 10-hectare park, the floating pool on the lake and the personalised service make it a unique experience.

Is it possible to customise the package?

Absolutely. Golf Tour Experience specialises in tailor-made trips. We can add nights, swap courses, add experiences (helicopter over the lake, visit to Villa Balbianello) or change the hotel. Contact us for a personalised quote.

Is the flight included?

No, flights are not included in the basic package. Golf Tour Experience can quote flights on request, both from Milan (Malpensa or Linate) and from other Italian or European cities.

How do booking and payment work?

After your contact we send you a personalized quote with specific dates. The reservation is confirmed with a 30% deposit, the balance is due 45 days before departure (60 in high season). We accept bank transfer and credit card. All services are covered by our 24/7 assistance.

Golf on Lake Como | Villa D’Este 5★ | 2 green fees + Michelin-starred dinner

Golf on Lake Como: Villa d'Este 5★, 2 green fees, and a Michelin-starred dinner

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