TRUFFLES: Hunting & Tasting in Istria, Slovenia

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Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Duration
1 hour 30 minutes
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Number of Guests
5 - 10 guests
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Language
English
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Join us for an unforgettable journey into the heart of Istria's forests, hunting exquisite truffles with a seasoned hunter and loyal dog. Savor delicious Istrian pasta with truffles!

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

Experience Details

Experience Istria through tastes!


Special offer for small groups (min. 5 participants)


... and if you add an excursion to the hinterland of the Slovenian coast, discovering all the secrets of truffles, an excellent company ... the day can't be better.


We invite you into the forest, in the company of a truffle hunter and the dog, to discover all the secrets of the truffles, and also pick them.


After hunting, we will taste the truffles (typical Istrian pasta "fuži" with truffles*) ... in a great company.


*Tip: after a tasting dish of truffles you can treat yourself with a great meal accompanied by local wine and turn the day into a special experience (drinks and additional food not included)

What You Get

Dish of tipical Istrian pasta "fuži" with truffles
Presentation of truffle hunting
Transportation to/from attractions
Extra food (it can be arranged)
Drink (it can be arranged)

Good To Know

  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
  • Children must be accompanied by the adult.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What You’ll Experience

Nova Vas (Pass By)

With the hunter and the dog, we will walk through the forest and look for truffles. We will learn the secrets of truffle hunting. We will enjoy the exceptional flavours of truffles.

Start Time

Start Time / Opening Hours
01/03/2025 - 16/12/2025
TUESDAY
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SUNDAY
16:00 - 20:00

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Nova Vas nad Dragonjo, Piran, Slovenia, SI, 6333

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The meeting point is at the bus station in the village, easily accessible by car (or taxi), approx. 15 km from Koper or Portorož-Piran.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

For experiences with opening hours, the cancellation deadline is 24 hours before the earliest opening time on the scheduled date.

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What People Are Saying
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Disappointed unfortunately
October 07, 2023
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We went on this tour from “lifetime experiences” company which is run by Sarah and her dad annd their golden retriever dog. Unfortunately Sarah wasn’t available so another guide named Samo and his...read more

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Excellent excursion!
July 16, 2022
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A wonderful experience. It was so interesting to watch Lily (the dog) work and find truffles. The lovely meal and conversation was a great way to be immersed in the culture of the area.

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Leckeres Essen, freundliche Menschen ... ein gelungener Abend
October 06, 2018
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Die "Truffle hunting tour" war für uns ein erlebnisreicher Abend bei dem neben dem eigentlichen Trüffel-Suchen nette Gespräche, lokale Weine und Häppchen aus der Region genossen werden konnten. Uns...read more

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