Exclusive Truffle Hunt with Lunch & Wine Tasting from Florence
€ 499,00
- Tuscany
- 7 hours
- Tour Private
Our Truffle hunting tour in Tuscany offers a unique and immersive experience, combining nature, tradition, and gastronomy. This ancient practice is deeply rooted in the region's culture, providing visitors with an opportunity to explore the scenic landscapes of Tuscany while searching for one of the world's most prized culinary treasures: truffles.
Take part in a uniquely Tuscan experience with a seasonal truffle hunt. We offer you the opportunity to participate in a real treasure hunt for this precious tuber.
Between the months of January to April, June to Agosto and October to December, truffle mature underground in the woods of Chianti, sending out a distinct aroma.
For those looking to experience truffle hunting firsthand, this tour in Tuscany offers a comprehensive truffle hunting experience, led by experienced tartufai. The participant can learn about the history and techniques of truffle hunting, join the hunters and their dogs in the search for truffles, and enjoy a culinary experience featuring freshly harvested truffles.
It all starts with a warm welcome and an introduction to this much sought-after tuber before setting off to find it while discovering the Tuscan countryside.
Our Truffle hunter tour in Tuscany offers a unique blend of adventure, tradition, and gastronomy. From the historical roots and cultural significance to the thrill of the hunt and the joy of tasting fresh truffles, this experience is truly unforgettable. Whether you're a seasoned gourmet or a curious traveler, truffle hunting in Tuscany provides a deep connection to the land and its culinary heritage. Embrace the opportunity to explore, learn, and savor the exquisite flavors of Tuscany's truffles.
After the hunt, you will have a guided tour of a boutique winery, from the grapes on the vines to the finished bottles in the cellar. During the wine tasting, paired with truffle dishes, you will taste a wide palette of wines.
What's included?
Visit to 1 boutique winery
Wine tasting
Experienced guide with you the entire day
3-course lunch
Pickup from your accommodation
100% private tour
Exclusions
Gratuities
Please note
No stroller / pram accessible
Infants must sit on your lap
Not wheelchair accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infant seats unavailable
Not recommended for people with heart conditions
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum drinking age is 18
If you have any special dietary requirements, please inform us in advance
Pickup is included and can be requested during booking or communicated before the day of the tour. Spare pair of shoes
Cancellation policy
We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 2 days or less before the event
We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 3 days or more before the event
Florence
We will pick you up from your accommodation in Florence by 8,30am. Our driver will normally be at your address by 8,15am. We will then drive to the first winery which will take approximately 1 hour.
Truffle Hunter
The truffle hunt starts from the beautiful rolling hills and valleys of the San Gimignano area. We will follow the dogs through the truffle-rich forests and pastures at a leisurely pace as they work searching for the prized Tuscan truffles.
At times it happens quickly, sometimes it takes longer, but sooner or later we’ll have enough truffles for a Tuscan hunter’s traditional lunch.
The adventure then continues with a visit to a winery and finishes with a traditional Tuscan lunch with freshly hunted truffles. Family, friends and truffle hunters join us for a relaxing, fun and totally authentic lunch.
Florence
Your guide for the day will drop you back to where you were picked up. Guides can drop clients back to other locations with prior notice.
Note: Pick-up starts 15 minute(s) before departure.
Pick up can be arranged from most hotels or appartements in Florence. Some areas in central Florence are not accessible but a pickup can be arranged from somewhere close.
