Truffle Hunting in San Miniato in Tuscany with Tasting

5.0 (38 reviews) Lucca, Italy
Duration2h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

The uncontaminated nature, the relationship with my sweet dogs, the silence of the woods interrupted only by birdsong. All this is the background to the discovery of one of the oldest and most secret jobs in Tuscany: that of the truffle hunter. The truffle for its underground nature, for its delicacy and for its great economic value has always fascinated man, having a leading role in Tuscan culture and tables.
During the truffle hunting experience we will walk the paths where truffles are naturally born. All the secrets about the truffle will be explained, the plants that live in symbiosis with him and the training of the dogs; and if we are lucky we will also be able to find some nice truffles.
Adults and children will have a great time following the dog and helping me to extract the truffle from the ground. They will also learn a lot about truffles and nature.

What's included

  • Tour in the woods in search of truffles with dogs for 1-1.5 hours
  • Tasting of truffle products with a glass of local wine

What to expect

Tuscany, and in particular the countryside enclosed between the medieval villages of San Miniato and Montaione, is the land of origin of the truffle. In this area we have truffles all year round! The collection of several valuable species of truffles takes place: the white truffle; the black summer and winter truffles and finally the white truffle. The particular climatic conditions, the composition of the soil, and the preservation of the natural territory, make the hills of San Miniato one of the main collection sites in the world for the quantity, but above all for the quality of the truffle.
This experience will take place in the company of Leonardo and his sweet Lagotti Romagnoli Aki and Roi, who will guide you along the secret paths in the woods in search of the diamond of the earth. Around the truffle there is a whole world, partly still unknown even to science, that we will try to discover: how the truffle is born and developed, why it is found in certain areas and at certain times, why and who are responsible for its aroma. After the research will be offered a tasting of truffle products and you will be explained the various applications of truffles in the kitchen.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Park in front of the gate and call or ring the intercom

End point

Park in front of the gate and call or ring the intercom

Pickup details

If picking up from San Miniato-Fucecchio Train Station, please specify this with a message on Viator chat immediately after Reservation. The number of passengers and the departure station must be specified.
Unless previously specified, the withdrawal cannot be made and it will be assumed that you will reach the meeting point of the experience independently.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please bring boots, hiking shoes, sports clothing and bug spray

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

5.0 (38)

Parts of this description were translated automatically.

From
€100.00 per person
Check availability & book
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts
  • Instant confirmation
  • You'll choose your date and travelers and pay on viator.com. Prices vary by date, group size and option.
More activities in Lucca
From
€100.00 per person
Check availability