Private Truffle Hunting in Chianti
Overview
The Tuscan hills hide real treasures, and we will guide you on an unforgettable tour through the Chianti woods. Discover the secrets of truffles, their environment, biological cycle, and how truffle dogs are trained.
The meeting point is at our office in Castellina in Chianti, from where the experience begins. Our experienced hunter and his dog will lead you through the forest in search of this “edible gold,” making for an entertaining and enriching morning.
The adventure continues at a local farm, where you will enjoy a traditional Tuscan lunch featuring the truffles you’ve found, paired with other local specialties. This is a unique opportunity to connect with the land, its flavors, and centuries-old traditions.
What's Included
- Lunch 3-course lunch based on truffle specialities
- Truffle hunt experience with local expert
- Wine tasting
- Transportation
- Tour escort and Driver/guide
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
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Viale IV Novembre, 35, 53011 Castellina in Chianti SI, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not suitable for people with severe walking difficulties
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Tennis shoes and long pants suggested (there are mosquitoes and wild vegetation)
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Lunch. 3-course lunch based on truffle specialities.
- Truffle hunt experience with local expert.
- Wine tasting.
- Transportation.
- Tour escort and Driver/guide.
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Truffle Hunting in Chianti is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- not suitable for people with severe walking difficulties
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Truffle Hunting in Chianti will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Lunch3-course lunch based on truffle specialities
- Truffle hunt experience with local expert
- Wine tasting
- Transportation
- Tour escort and Driver/guide
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- not suitable for people with severe walking difficulties
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- tennis shoes and long pants suggested (there are mosquitoes and wild vegetation)
