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- English
- Italian
Join an authentic truffle hunting and experience the thrill of finding, smelling, and touching one of nature’s rarest treasures.
Led by expert truffle hunters Mirco and Luca and their highly trained dogs, you’ll explore the Tuscan countryside, learning to identify truffle-friendly trees and habitats. Our licensed guides will also share insights on how to cook and preserve truffles.
After the hunt, return to Podere La Marronaia for a delicious truffle-based lunch, expertly paired with our organic wines and extra virgin olive oils.
This immersive, 360-degree experience blends adventure, tradition, and gourmet flavors, making it an unforgettable journey into the world of truffles.
Example Menu
Starter
Truffle Antipasto
a selection of mixed Tuscan Bruschette with white and black truffle.
Main
Pasta with Truffle
a tasty pasta dish with fresh truffle slices
Main
Roast Beef with fresh truffle or Fried eggs with fresh truffles
As the second course enjoy a selection roast beef with truffle or eggs with truffle
Dessert
Dessert of the day
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Once in San Gimignano follow the main road towards Certaldo for about 1 km. Pass the crossroad to Fugnano then turn right into a small white road. Turn right again into the first gate with the sign for Podere Le Colonne Parking.
What to expect
Accompanied by their highly trained dogs, you’ll head to a nearby truffle-rich area, learning how to identify the ideal truffle habitat, recognize the trees where they grow, and understand the delicate art of truffle hunting. You will witness the excitement of the dogs as they sniff out these underground treasures and feel the satisfaction of uncovering one of nature’s most prized delicacies.
After the hunt, return to Podere La Marronaia for a detailed introduction to our family history and agriculture. Then, indulge in a truffle-based lunch, thoughtfully paired with our organic wines, extra virgin olive oils, and balsamic vinegar, for a true farm-to-table experience celebrating the flavors of Tuscany.
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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