Tuscany: The Truffle Hunt and Tuscan Table

Chianti Hills, Florence



Join a truffle hunting tour in Tuscany with an expert and their dog. Enjoy a wine, oil, and vinegar tasting, then savor a full Tuscan lunch with truffle-infused dishes.

Highlights

  • Discover the secrets of truffle hunting in the heart of the Tuscan woods
  • Learn about the art of truffle hunting from an expert and their dog
  • Savor a guided tasting of Poggio ai Laghi wines, oils, and vinegars
  • Enjoy a full Tuscan lunch with truffle-infused dishes and local flavors
  • Discover the legend of Donna Ava and her handmaids

Description

Embark on an immersive experience in Tuscany, where nature, tradition, and the pleasure of the table come together. Begin by entering the heart of the woods for a truffle hunting adventure, accompanied by an expert truffle hunter and his trained dog. Discover the gestures, timing, and secrets of one of the region’s most fascinating traditions.

Continue your experience in an elegant and welcoming atmosphere with a guided tasting led by a wine expert. Sample the wines, oils, and vinegars of Poggio ai Laghi through a sensory journey that brings together quality, territory, and storytelling. Learn about the story of Donna Ava and her handmaids, the legend that inspires the collection and gives each label its own unique soul.

Next, sit down to enjoy a complete Tuscan lunch, designed to enhance the truffle and the most authentic flavors of the region. Savor a Tuscan appetizer of pecorino flan with fresh truffle shavings, tagliolini with truffle, sliced beef with truffle shavings and roasted potatoes, and cantuccini with Vin Santo.

Includes

Truffle hunting experience with expert guide and trained dog
Guided wine tasting
Full Tuscan lunch
Wine, oil, and vinegar tasting

Excludes

Transportation to the location
Tips

Important Information

  • Wear comfortable clothing suitable for walking in the woods
    Inform the guide in advance of any food allergies, dietary restrictions or mobility difficulties

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The experience includes a guided truffle hunt with an expert and their dog, a tasting of Poggio ai Laghi wines, oils, and vinegars, followed by a full Tuscan lunch featuring truffle-infused dishes.
The truffle hunting occurs in the Tuscan woods located near Florence, guided by a local truffle hunter and their trained dog.
An expert truffle hunter along with their specially trained dog leads the truffle hunting activity near Florence.
Yes, the experience is suitable for beginners and includes instruction on the art of truffle hunting.
The duration varies, so it's best to check the website for current details about the total length of the activity near Florence.
The lunch mainly features truffle-infused Tuscan dishes and local flavors, so check with the provider for vegetarian options.
Truffle hunting season in Tuscany typically runs from late autumn to winter, but check local dates for the specific tour timing.
No special equipment is required; comfortable outdoor clothing and footwear suitable for walking in the woods are recommended.
Yes, the experience includes a guided tasting of Poggio ai Laghi wines, along with local oils and vinegars.
You can book the activity online through the official platform, and it's advisable to check the website for availability and current schedules.

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