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Exquisitalia curates private bespoke group experiences across Italy's most exquisite destinations. From the lake villas and landscapes of Como to the wine country of Piedmont, Tuscany, and Valpolicella for executive retreats, leadership offsites, incentive trips, wine societies, and milestone celebrations.

Based on Lake Como for over 15 years, I offer insider access and direct relationships with the chefs, drivers, villas, and venues across these regions — the kind that make group travel in Italy actually work, without the compromises of a standard group tour. Every itinerary is deeply personal, built around your group's interests, schedule, and size, whether that's a lakeside retreat, a wine country immersion, or a mix of both

At Exquisitalia, your journey is not just planned, it’s curated, cared for, and elevated.

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Featured Destinations

Lake Como and Valtellina

Lake Como, my home for more than 15 years, is renowned for its dramatic scenery, elegant villas, picturesque villages, and unforgettable experiences both on and off the water. Framed by mountains and steeped in history, it offers a captivating blend of natural beauty, culture, and refined Italian living.

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On Lake Como, location is everything. Choosing the right village, hotel, villa and experiences can dramatically shape your stay. Transportation around the lake can be time-consuming and costly without local knowledge. I help you create a seamless, personalized itinerary that maximizes your time and allows you to experience the very best the region has to offer.

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Whether you are seeking relaxation, adventure, culinary discoveries, or a special celebration, experiences can include private boat and sailing excursions, cooking classes with local hosts, panoramic hikes, artisan cheese tastings, golf with spectacular lake views, seaplane flights, kayaking, and exclusive access to some of the region's most memorable destinations. Private transfers, including helicopter services, can also be arranged

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For those wishing to explore beyond the lake, the nearby wine regions of Valtellina and Franciacorta offer exceptional day trips. Valtellina is home to dramatic terraced vineyards and elegant wines crafted from Nebbiolo, the same grape used in Barolo and Barbaresco. Franciacorta, Italy's premier sparkling wine region, produces world-class wines using the traditional method, set amongst rolling vineyards and beautiful Alpine scenery.

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Piedmont

Rapidly growing in popularity, with gorgeous hilly landscape with 1800 wineries, and a mountainous backdrop, Piedmont lies in northwest Italy near the French border.

A gourmand's paradise with some of the best cuisine in Italy. Known for the world famous Barolo and Barbaresco wines and the Alba White Truffle. Piedmont also boasts 5 UNESCO World Heritage sites.

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Selecting a location and accommodation in Piedmont is the first step in building a memorable adventure. Rely on us to ensure you are on the right path.

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Some favorite activities are truffle hunting, wine tours, pairing lunch or dinner in the cellar, cooking courses from a local, cheese production and tasting, e-bike or 4wd vineyard tours, hot air balloon rides and visits to historical castles.  Click below for more info, photos and booking.

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Valpolicella (Amarone) and Alto Adige

Valpolicella is in Veneto, just north of the city of Verona. It's known for Valpolicella, Amarone, and Soave Classico wines. 

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Alto Adige is further north, at the edge of the Dolomite mountains, bordering Austria. Its grapes are grown at higher altitudes, making a perfect backdrop for tastings. These 2 regions are undiscovered gems and definitely  not to miss.

 

Popular activities are wine tours at hidden gems, wine tasting lunch among Roman ruins, cooking courses, local cheese factory tour, and aperitivo with Italian champagne-style wine overlooking the gorgeous valley below. E-bike adventures can also be arranged.  Click below for more info, photos and booking.

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Tuscany

Located in central Italy. Its major cities are Florence, Pisa and Siena.Known for Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino, Vin Santo, gorgeous sunsets stunning landscapes, and comforting Tuscan cuisines to pair with the wines.


Selecting a location and accommodation in Tuscany is the first step in building a memorable adventure. Rely on us to ensure you are on the right path.

 

Some favorite activities are wine tourslwith lunch or dinner in the cellar or amongst vines, truffle hunting, cooking courses, local cheese production and tasting, historical village tours, e-bike and 4wd vineyard tours, hot air balloon rides and visits to historical castles. Click below for more info, photos and booking.​

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