50+ sessions in 2026
Imagine a day that belongs only to the two of you.
Start it with a slow walk through a charming medieval town — stone streets, small cafés, and the feeling of real Italy all around. Then take a cable car high into the mountains, where the air is pure and the lake opens beneath you like a dream — the perfect place to exchange vows above the clouds.
Watch paragliders dance in the sky… or even take a tandem flight together and feel the freedom of the wind. After that, step onto a private yacht: sparkling water, warm sunlight, and breathtaking views all around. And you finish this story near a stunning Italian villa on a private island — where every moment feels like a scene from a beautiful movie.
This is not just an elopement in Italy.
This is your day — about love, freedom, and real emotions.
Spring and Summer 2027 dates are booking fast
The best locations for a photoshoot on Lake Garda
Every couple is different. And Lake Garda can be different too. Your elopement route on the lake can be flexible and created especially for you.
Monte Baldo
Malcesine
Packages & Pricing
Package 1 — Photo Session €1200
(Best for proposals)
- Pre-shoot consultation — planning your photo story, outfits, and locations
- 2 hours photoshoot, each additional hour — €400
- At least 30 photos per hour (made on Hasselblad X2D gallery-quality, professionally edited, including color correction) delivered within 7 days
- Online digital gallery via link, available for 3 months, where you can order printed photos with home delivery
- On-site assistant during the shoot for a more comfortable experience
- Instant printed photos in frames as keepsakes
- 4K cinematic video (up to 1 minute) shot on iPhone 17 Pro, including filming and editing samples — €400
Add-ons for Package 1:
- Premium 35mm Film (Includes 10 carefully selected analog photographs) — €300
- 4K cinematic video (up to 1 minute), including filming and editing samples €400 Most popular add-on option
- 4K drone cinematic video (up to 1 minute), including filming and editing samples
— €700 - 4K cinematic video + drone is combo for full coverage samples — €1100 Best experience
- Assistant — plans all the details of your event (helps to book boat, villa, retro car etc) — €800
- Picnic setup — €250 Most romantic add-on option
- Bouquet of flowers — €150
Need something in between?
We can build a custom package — most couples end up around €2000–3000
Package 2 — Luxury All-Inclusive Elopement Experience €6500
(For couples who want everything planned for them)
- Personal manager and consultations on all wedding planning details
- Pre-shoot consultation — planning your photo story, outfits, timeline, and best locations
- 5–6-hour photoshoot
- Minimum 150 edited high-resolution photos (made on Hasselblad X2D gallery-quality, professionally edited, including color correction) delivered within 2 weeks
- Online digital gallery via link, available for 6 months, where you can order printed photos with home delivery
- 4K cinematic video (up to 1 minute) samples
- Instant printed photos in frames as keepsakes
- Cable car ride (funicular) to Monte Baldo
- Yacht rental for 2 hours
- Picnic (Champagne picnic with cheeses, fruits, focaccia, olives, and desserts. Vegan/BIO options available.)
- Bridal flower bouquet
Add-ons for Package 2:
- Premium 35mm Film (Includes 10 carefully selected analog photographs) — €300
- Celebrant for symbolic wedding (up to 25 minutes) sample — €600
- Isola del Garda Villa experience — 2 hours private rental (exclusive for you two) — €3500
- Tandem paragliding flight over Lake Garda with a professional instructor — €800
- Bridal Hair & Make-up — €1000
- Printed Magazine (Vogue-style, 25 pages, 2 copies) — €1200
Your love story as a real fashion magazine: professional design, luxury printing, and two copies delivered to you. - Videographer + Drone (сinematic highlight film up to 3 minutes) sample — €1600
- Additional Photographer (+100 edited photos) — €1300
- Proposal / Elopement decoration & floral setup (arch / candles / flowers) — from €1900
Sample itinerary
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2:00 PM — Meeting in Malcesine
We meet in the charming medieval town of Malcesine. Stone streets, the castle by the water, beautiful bays, and the atmosphere of real Italy create the perfect start. We take a slow walk and begin capturing your story through photo and video — natural, emotional, and real. -
3:00 PM — Monte Baldo & vows above Lake Garda
Next, we take the cable car up to Monte Baldo, rising to more than 2000 meters above the lake, surrounded by silence, fresh air, and breathtaking panoramic views.
This is the perfect place for your ceremony and vows — mountains, sky, and a deep feeling of calm. Paragliders fly above the lake, making the moment truly cinematic.
Optional: you can also experience a tandem paragliding flight with an instructor (see additional options).
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5:30 PM — Private boat & Isola del Garda
After the mountains, we head to Villa San Vigilio, where your private boat will be waiting. During the cruise, you enjoy the views of Isola del Garda — home to one of the most stunning villas in Italy.
If you wish, we can stop there for a photo session or even a private ceremony on the island itself (see additional options). -
6:30–7:30 PM — Sunset finale
We finish the day with relaxed sunset photos on the lake, return to the shore, and then I leave you alone — no camera, no people, just the two of you and the emotions of this unforgettable day.
About me
I’m Ale
Photographer, experience planner and storyteller in Italy, specializing in proposals, elopements and creative fine art projects.
In 2025, I fell in love with the idea of elopements. It’s pure, intimate and real — no pressure, no crowds, no performance. Just two people and a moment that belongs only to them.
My background in proposal and elopement planning, combined with a creative approach, helps me turn your day into an emotional story with a cinematic feel.
I work with a Hasselblad X2D, and also offer 35mm film photography and cinematic video when you want to preserve the moment in different formats.
You don’t need to worry about how to pose or where to look. I gently guide you while keeping everything relaxed. Psychology and calm energy are an important part of my approach.
I can also help with location selection, timing, logistics and the overall planning of your elopement or proposal. I work with an assistant and, when needed, a trusted team to help shape your day.
What you can expect:
- Planning your day
- Natural and candid photography with a creative touch
- Hasselblad digital + 35mm film photography
- Cinematic video
- An assistant to support you on the day
Sean Grimes
Hollywood Set Designer
After the photoshoot
Ale! Thank you for your kind words and such an exceptional experience!
We are overjoyed with our wedding day and happy we had such a rockstar to capture the moment and make it fun, even with the challenges the rain provided.
You were such a huge part of our special day! And yes, if you’re ever in LA please say hello! Our door is always open. You are family now!
After receiving the photos
Wow! This incredible Ale!
Exceptional work!
We love it!
Limone sul Garda and Torbole, Lake Larda
Harman Rai
Ale is the best photographer we could have chosen for our proposal. He guided us through natural poses, captured genuine emotions and made us feel completely comfortable. We were so impressed that we are already planning to book Ale again for photography during our future Dolomites trip.
Garda city, Lake Larda
Evan Zhang
We had a fantastic experience working with Ale. Communication was prompt and clear from start to finish, and they arrived exactly on time. They gave precise directions for the shoot location, which made everything run smoothly. During the session, their creative eye and thoughtful guidance really brought out the best in every shot. The final photos captured beautiful, natural moments with artistic flair. Highly recommended!!
Malcesine, Lake Garda
Yens Vanesch
Despite the bad weather, Ale adapted our Lake Garda engagement photoshoot perfectly, capturing beautiful moments both by the lake and at our hotel.
Malcesine, Lake Garda
Let’s create your Lake Garda story
FAQ
What should we know before the elopement?
It depends on the package you choose. I will help you select the best locations on Lake Garda and create a beautiful itinerary for your day.
If you choose the second package, I will fully organize your experience — including yacht rental and a villa photoshoot. All you need to do is choose your outfits: light and neutral colors look best on Lake Garda.
Can we choose the all-inclusive package but change the itinerary?
Yes, absolutely. If you choose the second all-inclusive package, we can fully customize the itinerary based on your preferences. I will suggest the best alternative locations, create a new plan for your day, and organize everything the same way — including yacht/boat rental, logistics, and the photo session. Your elopement should feel personal and unique, exactly the way you imagine it.
Can we shorten the itinerary or skip some parts of the experience?
Yes, absolutely. Package 2 — Luxury All-Inclusive Elopement Experience is designed as a 5–6 hour experience and usually includes a walk through the town, a cable car ride to the mountains, and a private boat photoshoot. However, the itinerary is always flexible and can be customized to your comfort — we can shorten the time, skip one part of the experience, or focus on what matters most to you. In this case, we will also adjust the package price depending on the selected itinerary.
What if the weather is bad?
If the forecast is truly bad (heavy rain or storm), we can reschedule the session by ±2 days, depending on availability.
Can we bring guests?
Yes, up to 4 guests can join free of charge. They can be present at the villa and take part in part of the photoshoot. Guests arrange their own transportation.
Are optional experiences priced per person?
Yes. Some optional experiences (such as tandem paragliding flights or extra printed magazine copies) are priced per person or per quantity. If guests would like to join, the total cost may change. All updated prices are always confirmed with you before booking.
Do we need to book the photoshoot, villa, or boat in advance?
Yes, especially during the busy season. Lake Garda dates fill up quickly, villa time slots are limited, and my photography calendar is usually booked well in advance. I’ll guide you through the booking process and make everything smooth — without last-minute stress.
Do you work only on Lake Garda?
No. I also shoot in the Dolomites, Lake Como, Venice, Verona, and many other locations across Italy.
Can we keep our photos private?
Yes, you can keep your photos completely private. I normally use selected images for portfolio and marketing, but full privacy is available on request with a 50% privacy fee.
How does booking and payment work?
Booking flow
- You send a request
- I confirm my availability for your preferred dates
- We message or have a quick call to discuss the first details.
- After that, you secure the booking with a retainer (booking fee).
- Then we plan the locations, timing, outfits, book villas and yachts, and create the itinerary for your Lake Garda day.
Payment terms
- 50% retainer after the date is confirmed
- 50% final payment after event
- Payment method: Bank transfer, Stripe, PayPal
Cancellation & refunds
- 100% refund if cancelled more than 120 days before the session.
- 50% refund if cancelled between 60 and 120 days before the session.
- No retainer refund within 60 days of the session.
- Full session fee applies for cancellations within 30 days or in case of a no-show.
- If third-party services such as boats, villas, restaurants, permits, or transportation have already been booked, additional charges or deductions may apply.
- Please refer to the Terms & Conditions for full details regarding cancellations, refunds, force majeure, rescheduling, and exceptional circumstances.