Truffle Picking Experience with 3 Course Meal in Chianti hills

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4 hours
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1 - 15 guests
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Japanese, English, Italian
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Join a truffle hunt in Chianti's hills, just 18km from Florence. After pairing with an expert and a truffle dog, enjoy a 3-course truffle feast paired with local wines, all in stunning Tuscany.

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

Experience Details

We are at the top of the Chianti hills with breathtaking views, only 18km from Florence.

With a local guide and a truffle hunting dog who detects fantastic aroma, it is possible to participate in this unusual event of truffle hunting. This activity starts off with a warm welcome with an introduction to explain the growth of this unusual tuber. It is not only designed for culinary lovers, but an exciting way of getting in touch with the Tuscan nature. After the hunt, you will be able to enjoy the lunch, all truffle based from fresh pasta with grated truffle, a main course with truffle and even desert with truffle! All this is accompanied with the farms great wines to enjoy a hearty meal.

What You Get

small group semi-private tour
3 types of wine tasting during the lunch
English speaking Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from attractions
Gratuities

Good To Know

  • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

What You’ll Experience

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Fattoria Lavacchio BIO Winery

Truffle hunting in the forest of the estate with the possibility of being accompanied by Faye the owner. Discover the long tradition of truffle harvesting in Tuscany with an expert guide Take part in a truffle hunt with specially trained truffle dogs
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
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Fattoria Lavacchio AgriResort

3-course lunch with fresh truffles accompanied by the estate’s organic wine.
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free

Bottega del Mulino by Fattoria Lavacchio (Pass By)

You can stop to find souvenirs of truffle products, wines and extra virgin olive oil on-site

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Fattoria Lavacchio AgriResort, Via di Montefiesole, Pontassieve Città Metropolitana di Firenze Toscana, Italy, IT, 50065

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Please note that there is no taxi service from a train station nearby, so should you need a transfer, please contact us at least 24 hours in advance in order to arrange your pick up. The transfer service is not included in the rates.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

All bookings are final. Once the host confirms the experience, cancellations by the guest will incur a 100% charge.

What People Are Saying
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Hunting truffles with dogs, amazing, then a marvelous, memorable meal!
July 17, 2019
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Before heading for a tour of the wine cellars we accompanied Paolo and his dogs Peggy and Pippo out into the forest to hunt for truffles. It was good exercise going up and down the hills, and good ...read more

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Loved this tour. What we didn't realise...
November 26, 2016
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<p>Loved this tour. What we didn't realise though was that once we got to the town noted in the tour info, we then had to arrange transport from the station to the farm and back to stationwe had n...read more

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My 15 years old son and I had a lot of...
August 21, 2016
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<p>My 15 years old son and I had a lot of fun! We learnt how you find truffles, enjoyed the lovely family that hosted us and a great meal!</p>

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