Truffle Hunting Tuscany Experience 2025
Authentic experience | Local lunch & wine tasting | Reserve now & pay later
About Truffle Hunting Tuscany Experience
In the mood for a delicious, hand-picked meal? Join us on our Truffle Hunting Tuscany activity! We’ll take you on a guided truffle hunt, accompanied by trained sniffer dogs, so you can see traditional truffle hunting in action. Afterward, relax with local wine and a tasty lunch!
Explore the forests of Tuscany and find some fresh truffles! Accompanied by an experienced guide and trained truffle hunter dogs, you’ll hunt down one of nature’s tastiest foods - truffles. And, of course, eat them afterward.
After the hunt, you’ll be treated to a traditional Tuscan lunch, complete with local wines and truffles. Enjoy a delicious meal full of truffle-infused dishes - for example, truffle lasagne. A fresh truffle tasting is included as well.
While truffle hunting, your guide will teach you about truffles: the different species (the black and white truffle), their ideal habitat, etc. During lunch, you’ll learn all about wine with a local sommelier explaining the Tuscan wine industry.
There’s normally a line for the Truffle Hunting Tuscany experience, but we’ll provide you with skip-the-line tickets! You’ll jump straight to the beginning of the line, won’t lose any time, and can begin your truffle hunting experience immediately.
If your plans change and you can’t attend Truffle Hunting Tuscany, don’t worry. We offer free cancellation! Cancel up to 24 hours in advance, and you’ll receive a full refund and can easily re-book later.
FREE CANCELLATION UP TO 24H IN ADVANCE!
Receive a complete refund if you cancel your booking 24 hours before the selected date!
Unique and fun truffle hunting
This is a one-of-a-kind activity and a nice break from your typical architecture and art gallery Florence sightseeing. It was very relaxing - the truffle hunt through the oak trees, the adorable truffle dogs, the delicious meal (red wine and truffle lasagna for the win!), and the wine and truffle tasting were all exquisite. I would do it again.
The dogs were sooooo cute
This truffle hunting experience is worth it just for the dogs! They were adorable and such cute, hard workers. It was obvious our instructor Moreno trained them well, and he even took some photos of me with them. He really knows his stuff - I learned a lot (e.g. the difference between black and white truffle).
DESCRIPTION
Truffle hunting Tuscany experience
- Guided truffle hunt with sniffer dogs
- Traditional, local Tuscan lunch
- Wine tasting
- Fresh truffle tasting
- Olive oil tasting
- Skip-the-line tickets
- English, Italian
HUNT DOWN TASTY TRUFFLES WITH SNIFFER DOGS
Your instructor will lead you through the Tuscan oak forest, accompanied by two Lagotto Romagnolo truffle hunter dogs. These dogs have incredible tracking abilities and a strong sense of smell, making them the world’s #1 truffle hunting dogs. Together, you’ll sniff out delicious truffles! As you track them down, your instructor will teach you the difference - white truffles have an earthy, stronger aroma that fades quickly, whereas the aroma of black truffles is less potent but long-lasting.
EAT A DELICIOUS TUSCAN LUNCH
Once you’ve finished truffle hunting, you’ll be treated to a traditional Tuscan meal - obviously featuring fresh truffles. Sit down and enjoy some truffle lasagna paired with an authentic, local red wine to wash it all down. As you dine, a local sommelier will teach you about the local industry, including the Chianti, Montepulciano, and Montalcino variants.
LEARN ALL ABOUT LOCAL TRUFFLES AND WINE
During the truffle hunting, your instructor will explain everything about truffles. For example, did you know that truffles need cool, damp, humid conditions to grow? It’s why they’re harvested in the autumn and winter. While dining, a local expert will teach you about Tuscan wines - and how essential the Sangiovese grape is to the region’s most famous wines.
HEAD BACK HOME WELL-RESTED
Travel back to your accommodation with a belly full of delicious truffles. When you get home, indulge in another glass of wine to finish the decadent experience and relive the fantastic memories.
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Did you know that truffle hunting is different in different months?
October Truffle Hunting Tuscany is different from the September season. In October, black ‘summer’ truffles are more common since they have thick skin that helps them retain moisture during the hot months. However, in September, you’ll find white truffles more easily. The Tuscan soil is well-drained and sandy, which means these underground truffles won’t rot.
Book your Truffle Hunting Tuscany experience to try authentic Tuscan cuisine–from the forest to your plate!
Good to know before you go
- You’ll be able to try several local Tuscan wines as part of your lunch.
- If there are adverse weather conditions or extreme temperatures, the location might be changed to ensure an enjoyable experience.
- We recommend bringing sunscreen, sunglasses, and a sun hat, especially in the summer.
- It’s a good idea to wear comfortable shoes - after all, you’ll be walking during the truffle hunt.
- It is necessary to bring some type of photo ID - either an identity card or a passport works.
- Truffle Hunting Tuscany is selling out fast, so make sure to get your tickets on time!
Meeting Point
The activity starts at Via Crocetta 18, 53037 San Gimignano. If traveling by car from Florence, take the Raccordo Autostradale Firenze to Poggibonsi and, from there, the Strada Regionale 429 to SP95 in San Gimignano. If traveling by bus from Florence, take the 131 to Poggibonsi. There change to the 133 and travel to Ulignano Bivio - then it’s a 3-minute walk.
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FAQ – Truffle Hunting Tuscany
Could I take my child to Truffle Hunting Tuscany?
Absolutely! This activity is a leisurely truffle hunting walk, followed by a delicious lunch.When can you truffle hunt in Tuscany?
All year round! January to March is all about hunting dark winter truffles, whereas from March to April, everyone is on the hunt for tan truffles or bianchetto. From June to November you’ll find the more common black or summer truffles, and in September is the main prize - the valuable white truffle.What should I wear while truffle hunting?
Casual, loose-fitting clothes. After all, you’ll be doing a fair share of walking (and kneeling down)! Make sure to also wear comfortable and durable footwear; your best bet would be boots.How can I get to San Gimignano from Florence?
If you’re traveling by car, get on the Raccordo Autostradale Firenze - Siena. Follow it all the way to Poggibonsi (the exit is Poggibonsi Nord). Then take the Strada Regionale 429 all the way to SP95 - it’ll be the third exit at the second roundabout. Then just keep right, and you’ll see the winery! If you’re traveling by bus from Florence, take the 131 (the route name is Siena - via Tozzi) to Poggibonsi. There, change onto the 133 (route name is Ulignano Cimitero) and travel until the Ulignano Bivio stop. From there, it’s just a 3-minute walk!Will there be something to eat during the Truffle Hunting Tuscany experience?
Yes! You’ll enjoy a traditional Tuscan meal - either truffle lasagna or another tasty pasta dish. It’ll be paired with several red Tuscan wines, and there’ll also be an olive oil and truffle tasting.What can I do after Truffle Hunting Tuscany?
Tuscany is famous for its Chianti wine, which you can try on the Chianti Wine Tour. You can also enjoy wine tastings in other places in Tuscany. Check out wine tours in Montepulciano, Montalcino, San Gimignano, Lucca, and Bolgheri. If you are looking for a unique experience, we offer a hot air balloon ride in Tuscany!Book now!
- Free cancellation
- Instructor
- Skip-the-line access
- Food & drinks
- Easy booking process
- Best value for your money!