Motovun Truffle Hunting Tour with Lunch, Wine & Tastings! Go on a truffle hunt with a local expert who shares the traditions, history, and culture behind Istria's most prized delicacy. Search for truffles alongside trained dogs in the legendary Motovun Forest, then enjoy a truffle-inspired lunch, award-winning Istrian wine, artisan tastings, and a visit to a family-run honey producer. This immersive experience offers an authentic taste of Istria through its food, people, and traditions.
What's included
Enjoy a truffle-inspired lunch
A glass of award-winning Istrian wine.
Truffle hunting & tasting in Istria with a local guide
What to expect
Truffle Hunting
4h · Admission ticket included
Enjoy an immersive truffle hunting and tasting tour in Istria with your local host, Alex. Set in the picturesque village of Livade, at the foot of the legendary Motovun Forest, this unique adventure combines a traditional truffle hunt, a truffle-inspired lunch, tastings of premium Istrian specialties, and a visit to a local honey producer.
Join Alex and his expertly trained truffle dogs for a guided walk through the enchanting Motovun Forest. Beneath ancient oak, elm, and poplar trees, watch the dogs expertly track the scent of hidden truffles before uncovering one of nature's most prized delicacies. While the truffle hunt itself may be shared with other visitors, Alex remains your dedicated guide, offering fascinating insights into the history, traditions, and techniques of truffle hunting in Istria. The hunt typically lasts up to one hour. After the hunt, savor a truffle-inspired lunch at a local restaurant, perfectly paired with a glass Istrian wine.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Please meet your host at the Truffle Statue in the heart of Livade village, Motovun Truffle Forest area, Istria, Croatia.
End point
Please meet your host at the Truffle Statue in the heart of Livade village, Motovun Truffle Forest area, Istria, Croatia.
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
on Saturdays and Sundays throughout October, both the truffle hunt and the truffle-based light lunch will take place at the annual Truffle Fair.
Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and walking shoes or sneakers.
Private transfers can be arranged upon request for an additional cost, depending on your pickup location and group size.
The prized white truffle season typically runs from September through December, while several varieties of black truffles can be found throughout the rest of the year, ensuring that every season offers a unique truffle-hunting experience.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
