What is the cancellation policy for this tour?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

How long does this tour take?

This tour lasts approximately 3 hours.

Where does this tour start?

Meeting point details will be provided in your booking confirmation.

Italy

Truffle Hunting and Cheese, Truffle & Wine Tasting near Alba

★★★★☆ 4.3

3 hours

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Overview

Enjoy an amazing truffle hunting with a professional "Trifolao" and his trained dog near Monforte d' Alba. Breathe pure air in a gorgeous wood and enjoy the intense truffle scent. Meet the hunter and his dogs, who are specially trained to sniff out truffles, you’ll have a good chance of tracking down the elusive fungi. Along the way, learn more about truffles and why they are so rare, and pick up expert tips on how to find them. The experience ends with a wine tasting paired with cheese with black truffle, scratched on top.
"The price for the truffle hunting experience does not include the trifulao’s fee. This fee is:

40€ per person for groups of two people

30€ per person for groups of three or more

The fee must be paid in cash directly to the Trifulao on the day of the experience, based on the total number of participants."

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What's Included

✓ Included

Wine tasting
English language guide
Cheese tasting with black truffle scratched on top

✗ Not Included

Transfer
Truffles found during the hunting are not included
Truffle Hunter Fee 40€ / person for groups of two people, 30€/ person for groups of three or more

Itinerary

Stop 1

All tours begin in Monforte d'Alba, where you'll meet your guide. You'll need your own transportation to follow the guide on a 10-minute drive to the forest area and later to the Enoteca. (A transfer service from Monforte is available upon request for an additional fee, with limited spots.) The experience starts with an introduction to truffles, covering their types, growth, and where they can be found. Upon reaching the forest, you'll meet the truffle hunter and his specially trained dogs before starting the hunt. Please note that any truffles found during the hunt are not included in the price. The walk takes place in a wooded area, so comfortable, outdoor-appropriate clothing is recommended, especially during the colder months. If needed, rubber boots will be provided. "The price for the truffle hunting experience does not include the trifulao’s fee. This fee is: 40€ per person for groups of two people 30€ per person for groups of three or more The fee must be paid in cash that day

Stop 2

Wine tasting at Monvino, the perfect closure to an unforgettable experience

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Good to Know

Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that you will need your own vehicle for the tour.
Please notify us of any dietary requirements
"The price for the truffle hunting experience does not include the trifulao’s fee. This fee is: 40€ per person for groups of two people 30€ per person for groups of three or more The fee must be paid in cash directly to the Trifulao on the day of the experience, based on the total number of participants."

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Special Instructions

Monvino - Monforte d'Alba, Via Giuseppe Garibaldi, 16/A, 12065 Monforte d'Alba CN, Italy

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Via Giuseppe Garibaldi, 16/A, 12065 Monforte d'Alba CN, Italia
Monvino - Monforte d'Alba
The price for the truffle hunting experience does not include the tartufaiolo’s fee, which is 40€ for two people and 30€ for groups of 3 or more. The fee will be paid directly to the tartufaiolo in cash during the experience, based on the total number of participants in the group that day.