Villa d'Este

Gentle movement sets the pace as Tai Chi becomes part of the day at Villa d’Este. Practised outdoors, with a lake nearby and trees offering shade, each session focuses on slow, controlled motions that help you settle into your body and breath. The practice feels grounding rather than demanding, making it accessible even if you’re trying it for the first time.

You’ll move with intention, noticing posture, balance and calm moments in between. Sessions can be arranged privately or in small groups, shaped around your comfort and curiosity. Time seems to slow naturally, creating space for focus and a renewed sense of ease.

A calm departure across Lake Como sets the tone for a slow escape on Villa d’Este’s classic wooden boat. The Abbate glides smoothly over clear water, offering you a relaxed way to enjoy the shoreline, historic villas and changing light. With space designed for just two, the ride feels personal and easy, ideal for conversation or shared silence.

Fresh air, gentle movement and open views make the lake feel amazing and alive. Comfort comes without excess, letting the space speak for itself. This private, uninterrupted cruise offers a simple way to experience Lake Como at its most calm, intimate and beautifully understated.

A lift-off from Villa d’Este’s private helipad opens up a whole new way to see Lake Como and its surroundings. As the helicopter rises, the landscape spreads out below – deep blue water, lakeside towns, historic villas and the Alps stretching into the distance. The 30-minute flight feels smooth and unrushed, giving you time to embrace the scale and detail of the region from above.

Familiar places look completely different from this height, and the contrast between mountains, water and villages becomes clear. It’s an easy, memorable way to understand the geography of the area and appreciate how closely nature and history sit side by side.