Truffle Lunch & Hunting Experience in San Gimignano

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Duration
3 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 10 guests
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Language
English, Italian
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Discover the thrill of truffle hunting in San Gimignano with expert guides and trained dogs. Savor a truffle lunch paired with organic wines. An unforgettable Tuscan adventure.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

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.


Sample 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 You Get

Bottled water
Alcoholic beverages
Alcoholic Beverages
Lunch
Private transportation

Good To Know

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

Immerse yourself in an authentic truffle-hunting adventure through the scenic Tuscan countryside. The experience begins at Podere La Marronaia, where you will meet our licensed guides and expert truffle hunters, Mirco and Luca. 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.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Podere La Marronaia - Biodynamic Winery & Farm, Via Martiri di Citerna, San Gimignano Provincia di Siena Toscana, Italy, IT, 53037

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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.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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What People Are Saying
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Truffle Hunting with Lunch
June 22, 2025
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If you're looking for an authentic, educational, and truly memorable experience that connects you with nature and a unique culinary experience, this is the tour. Our truffle-hunting guide Luca was ...read more

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Fabulous experience!
June 09, 2025
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Luca was really friendly and very knowledgeable, he took the time to explain everything and answered all of our questions. The dogs were amazing and even the 5 month old"in training" found some t...read more

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10/10 Recommend!
May 27, 2025
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If we could give Luca and his dogs more than five stars, we would! This was a highlight of our time in Italy! Luca is extremely informative and kind; we had so much fun learning about truffles and ...read more

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Great day
May 16, 2025
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Luca is very knowledgeable, friendly and a great guide. The dogs were very friendly and do amazing job finding the truffles. It was a great experience.

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Fresh air, change of pace!
May 13, 2025
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Loved every minute, meeting Luca, Lexa & Lily, watching them work with joy, finding truffles, enjoying the gorgeous countryside. Lunch, wine, oil and balsamic tasting to follow finished the event...read more

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