Truffle Hunting & Wine Tasting Tour in Tuscany from Florence
Small-Group San Miniato Truffle Hunt, Truffle Lunch & Organic Chianti Classico Winery Tour from Florence (Max 8 Guests)
- Duration
- 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Group
- Small group · 2–8 travelers
- Transport
- A/C minivan included
- Lunch & Tastings
- Seated lunch & wines included
About This Tour
Italy and Wine operates a full-day small-group truffle hunting and wine tasting tour in Tuscany from Florence (strictly capped at 8 guests, €280 per person), departing from central Florence (Lungarno Cellini 33) to the truffle forests of San Miniato and an organic winery in Chianti Classico. Led by an English-speaking wine tour expert, a licensed master truffle hunter (tartufaio), and a trained Lagotto Romagnolo dog, you search for wild Tuscan truffles in the woods, savor a multi-course fresh truffle lunch, and tour an organic Chianti Classico cellar.
Situated between Florence and Pisa, the medieval hilltop town of San Miniato produces nearly 80% of Tuscany’s prized white truffles (Tuber magnatum pico, harvested from autumn through early winter) as well as aromatic black summer and scorzone truffles during the warmer months. Walking through oak, poplar, and hazelnut groves with your tartufaio and dog, you learn how truffles grow symbiotically on tree roots, how dogs are trained to pinpoint mature truffles without damaging the underground mycelium, and how to identify authentic fresh truffles.
Following the woodland hunt, gather for a traditional multi-course Tuscan lunch featuring freshly shaved truffles from the day’s harvest, then continue into the Chianti Classico hills for a guided vineyard and cellar visit with organic Chianti Classico DOCG, Riserva, and Super Tuscan wine tastings before returning to Florence.
Highlights
- 7-hour guided excursion with an expert truffle hunter and trained dog
- Truffle hunting in a real Tuscan forest near San Miniato
- Exclusive wine tasting at a Chianti Classico organic winery
- Multi-course Tuscan meal featuring fresh truffles
Itinerary
Pickup
Meet your guide at the tour's meeting point and travel to the Tuscan forests near San Miniato.
Truffle hunt
Join an expert truffle hunter and their trained dog on a real hunt through the forest.
Winery visit — organic wine tasting
Visit a Chianti Classico organic winery for a guided tasting.
Truffle lunch
Enjoy a multi-course Tuscan meal featuring the truffles found that day.
Return
Drop-off back at the meeting point.
Your Wine Expert Guide
Boutique Family Wineries across San Miniato
Meeting Point
Lungarno Cellini 33, Florence
Tour Area
Cancellation Policy
| Notice before departure | Charge |
|---|---|
| More than 14 days | No charge |
| 48 hours – 14 days | 50% of tour price |
| Less than 48 hours | 80% of tour price |
| No-show | 100% of tour price |
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the truffle hunt actually work?
A trained dog (traditionally a Lagotto Romagnolo) sniffs out the truffle's scent underground. The hunter shows you where to dig carefully, and you'll see and smell a fresh truffle the moment it comes out of the ground.
Will I be sharing the tour with other travelers?
Yes — this is a small-group tour with a maximum of 8 participants, typically a mix of couples, friends and solo travelers. It is a good option if you would rather not book an entire private vehicle.
What should we wear for the truffle hunt?
Comfortable clothes you don't mind getting muddy, plus closed shoes — the truffle hunter provides rubber boots if the woodland is damp.
Reviews
★ 5.0 · 36 verified reviews
Edward French
We really enjoyed this tour. Hunting for truffles with the dog was great fun, and the meal that followed was outstanding. Highly recommended.
Aaron Yunandi
A wonderful day in every respect. Giovanni, our driver, was friendly and helpful, sharing so much about Tuscan food and wine along the way. Francesca, our truffle hunter, made the visit to her family estate—now in its sixth generation—truly enjoyable. Lunch was excellent, and the short vineyard visit with a wine tasting was the perfect addition to the day. Highly recommended!
Sarah Lemay
The truffle hunting experience was an absolute highlight of our time in Tuscany. It was both fun and fascinating, with plenty of interesting details shared along the way about truffles, the local landscape, and the bond between the hunter and the dogs. The family who hosted us made us feel genuinely welcome from the very first moment—their warmth, passion, and hospitality turned the day into something far more personal than a simple activity. The estate and villa are beautiful, surrounded by peaceful countryside and full of Tuscan character. After the hunt, we enjoyed excellent food and wine, all prepared and served with great care. Every part of the day felt authentic, relaxed, and memorable. A truly special experience that we would wholeheartedly recommend to anyone visiting Tuscany.
Sharlene Chang
Matteo was a wonderful guide, and we really enjoyed the whole experience!
Emma Grimes
A mix-up on GetYourGuide's side gave us two different pickup points and nearly made us miss the tour, but once we were underway, the experience was wonderful. Matteo was a fantastic guide: we finished the day knowing more about wine and olive oil than after any sommelier class I have taken. The hosts of the truffle hunt were warm and welcoming, and the lunch of food and wine they served beat my expectations. The truffle hunt itself was the highlight of our trip, with the dog and his handler keeping us engaged with quick finds while Matteo expertly explained the whole process.
Emma Grimes
Super! NOTA per Vittorio: Recensione di una sola parola ("Super"), 5 stelle, prodotto "Caccia al tartufo, pranzo e degustazione di vino": valuta se pubblicarla. GetYourGuide non dà il nome del cliente: abbina solo se sei sicuro, altrimenti Salta.
