Truffle Hunting in San Miniato in Tuscany with Tasting
Overview
The uncontaminated nature, the relationship with my sweet dogs, the silence of the forest interrupted only by the singing of the birds. All this surrounds the discovery of one of the oldest and most secret professions in Tuscany: that of the truffle hunter. Due to its underground nature, its delicacy and its enormous economic value, the truffle has always fascinated man, playing a leading role in Tuscan culture and tables.
In order not to be seen and to arrive before the others, truffle hunters often go at night to look for truffles, and it is no coincidence that in the Corazzano valleys one night in 1954, the largest truffle in the world was found weighing 2520 g.
During the truffle hunting experience we will travel the paths where truffles naturally grow. All the secrets about the truffle, the plants that live in symbiosis with it and dog training will be explained; and if we are lucky we will also be able to find some nice truffles
What's Included
- Snacks Tasting of truffle products with a glass of local wine
- Tour in the woods in search of truffles with dogs for 1-1.5 hours
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. The harvest of three valuable species of truffle takes place in this area: in spring the maturation of the Bianchetto truffle takes place; black truffle in summer and white truffle in autumn. The particular climatic conditions, the composition of the soil, and the protection of the natural territory make the hills of San Miniato one of the main harvesting 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. There is a whole world around the truffle, partly still unknown even to science, which we will try to discover: how the truffle is born and develops, why it is found in certain areas and in certain periods, why and who are responsible of its aroma. Once the research is completed, a tasting of truffle-based products will be offered and the various applications of truffles in the kitchen will be explained to you.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Please bring boots, hiking shoes, sports clothing and bug spray
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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 (CEST).
- Snacks. Tasting of truffle products with a glass of local wine.
- Tour in the woods in search of truffles with dogs for 1-1.5 hours.
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..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Truffle Hunting in San Miniato in Tuscany with Tasting is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Truffle Hunting in San Miniato in Tuscany with Tasting will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. 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 2024What's Included
- SnacksTasting of truffle products with a glass of local wine
- Tour in the woods in search of truffles with dogs for 1-1.5 hours
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Please bring boots, hiking shoes, sports clothing and bug spray
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