Truffle Hunting, Truffle Lunch and Chianti Wine Tasting in Tuscany
Three authentic Tuscan experiences in a single unforgettable day
This full-day experience invites you into the Tuscan countryside for a rare combination of truffle hunting in Chianti, a three-course truffle lunch, and a guided wine tasting at a traditional Tuscan farmhouse winery.
A private driver collects you from your accommodation and takes you through rolling hills lined with vineyards and olive groves to meet a professional truffle hunter and a trained dog. The group receives an introduction to the different varieties of truffle found in this region, the regulations that govern hunting, and the methods used to train detection dogs before entering the forest.
Inside the woods, you search alongside the hunter and the dog, handling the tools and learning to read the terrain the way hunters have for generations. The hands-on nature of the search makes this more than an observation — it is a direct participation in a centuries-old Tuscan tradition.
After the hunt, the group moves to a charming cellar for lunch built around truffles and seasonal Tuscan ingredients, paired with a structured tasting of five regional wines. The tasting covers the principal styles produced in the area, including Chianti Classico, Vernaccia and Super Tuscan blends, each presented with a brief explanation of its characteristics and origin.
Tour Highlights
Enter the Tuscan forest and participate actively in a real truffle hunt guided by an expert hunter and a trained dog.
Private door-to-door transfer through the scenic Chianti countryside, departing from your hotel or apartment.
Enjoy a three-course truffle lunch featuring a truffle appetizer, classic tagliolini with truffle, and a truffle tiramisu.
Taste five Tuscan wines — including Chianti Classico, Vernaccia and Super Tuscan — with a sommelier-style guided explanation.
Learn the rules of truffle hunting, the history of the tradition, and the methods used to train truffle dogs before entering the woods.
Lunch is served in a charming cellar on a traditional Tuscan farm, offering an authentic setting away from tourist circuits.
Itinerary
Your private driver collects you from your hotel or apartment and drives you through the Chianti landscape toward the meeting point with the truffle hunter. The countryside route passes vineyards and olive groves characteristic of this part of Tuscany.
Before entering the forest, your guide provides a briefing on the types of truffle found in the region, the legal framework governing hunting, and the training methods used to develop a dog's detection abilities. This context prepares you to participate meaningfully rather than simply observe.
You enter the woods alongside the hunter and the dog, taking part in the search yourself. The hunter explains the signs to look for in the terrain and guides you through the process of locating and carefully extracting the truffles. Wear comfortable shoes and trekking-style clothing suitable for natural forest ground.
Transfer to a traditional Tuscan farm cellar for a lunch centred on truffles and local seasonal produce. The menu includes a truffle appetizer, tagliolini with truffle, and a truffle tiramisu dessert.
Paired with lunch, five Tuscan wines are presented and explained, covering the key appellations of the region including Chianti Classico, Vernaccia and Super Tuscan blends. Each wine is contextualised with notes on its grape varieties, production area and principal characteristics.
Your private driver returns you to your original pickup point, concluding the day's experience. The return journey offers a final view of the Tuscan hills before arriving back at your accommodation.
What Is Included
Included
- Private round-trip transfer from your hotel or apartment
- Professional truffle hunter guide and trained truffle dog
- Introductory briefing on truffle varieties and hunting techniques
- Hands-on participation in the truffle hunt
- Three-course truffle lunch at a traditional Tuscan farm cellar
- Guided tasting of five Tuscan wines including Chianti Classico and Super Tuscan
Not Included
- Additional food or beverages beyond those specified
- Personal travel insurance
- Gratuities for guide or driver
- Any items of a personal nature
Important Information
Reserve Your Spot in Chianti
This experience combines truffle hunting, a farm cellar lunch and a Tuscan wine tasting into a single well-organized day in the Chianti countryside. Places are limited to ensure an authentic, small-group atmosphere.
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