Truffle hunting experience

Follow our expert truffle hunter in search of the “Food of the Gods”. Enjoy a real truffle hunting experience on the Bologna and Modena hills.

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Description

Experience the poetic atmosphere of our Appennine mountains

Incredible scenery, expertise, truffle dogs, delicious cuisine, warm hospitality will be the ingredients of this amazing truffle hunt. Join us for an unforgettable day of truffle hunting, learn about our mountain villages traditions and local cuisine.

Duration:

6 hours

Availability:

Saturday & Sunday except bank holidays

Starting time:

9:00am

Program

Defined by the ancient Greeks as the magical result of the meeting between lightning, earth, and water, the truffle was already beloved by the Romans. In the Middle Ages, however, it was feared and considered a creation of the devil due to its mysterious underground growth. By the Renaissance, the truffle regained its prestige, becoming one of the most refined delicacies on the tables of Europe’s noble families—such as the Medicis and the Borgias.
In the 18th century, truffle hunting turned into a popular pastime, especially for foreign visitors, requiring skill, patience, and the essential help of a trained dog.

Your Experience
Guided by an expert truffle hunter, you will explore the secret corners of the Valsamoggia woods, enjoying a peaceful walk in search of the legendary “diamond of the earth.” You’ll witness firsthand how the dog detects the truffle’s scent, digs with precision, and works together with the hunter, who carefully extracts the prized treasure from the soil.

After the hunt, the experience reaches its peak with a gourmet lunch featuring truffle-based dishes at a Michelin-starred trattoria in the Apennine Mountains. Here, the finest local cuisine and the fragrance of freshly found truffles come together to create a truly memorable meal.

Why This Experience Is Unmissable
This tour offers a unique blend of nature, tradition, and high-level gastronomy. From the magic of the forest and the ancient art of truffle hunting to the excellence of a Michelin-starred meal, every moment is designed to immerse you deeply in the authentic soul of the Apennines.

Join us for an unforgettable day discovering one of Italy’s most treasured culinary traditions.

The tour includes:

transportation by private air-conditioned deluxe car/minivan with professional driver
pick-up and drop-off from hotels in central Bologna and Bologna train station. Pick-up from other cities or Bologna airport available on request
Amazing Italy top-rated guide service
truffle hunter and his dogs on disposal for your private truffle hunting

introduction to the truffle history, detection and recipes
typical lunch at a Michelin-starred trattoria on the mountains with truffle and wine included.
bottled water available on board

transportation by private air-conditioned deluxe car/minivan with professional driver
pick-up and drop-off from hotels in central Bologna and Bologna train station. Pick-up from other cities or Bologna airport available on request
Amazing Italy top-rated guide service
truffle hunter and his dogs on disposal for your private truffle hunting
introduction to the truffle history, detection and recipes
typical lunch at a Michelin-starred trattoria on the mountains with truffle and wine included.
bottled water available on board

Prices per person:

2 pax: Eur 815,00
3 pax: Eur 656,00
4 pax: Eur 588,00
5 pax: Eur 540,00
6 pax: Eur 508,00

Quotations available upon request for groups of 6 or more.

Prices are subject to confirmation at the time of booking. Price increases may occur during major events or due to rises in raw material costs and VAT.