Truffle Hunting in Siena
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Truffle Hunting in Siena

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About this activity
This contryside experience will introduce you to the Sienese woods and valleys and will help you discover how much work and dedication lie behind the precious truffle and its unique flavor. Mario, truffle hunter and passionate restaurateur, will show you some of the most important truffle hunting rules and secrets: from care and passion for dogs to love and respect for the uncontaminated nature. At the end of this unforgettable experience you will also have a possibility (not included into the price of the tour) to have lunch or dinner and to taste the typical dishes of Sienese cuisine re-elaborated with the truffle just found accompanied by excellent locally produced wine!

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The experience lasts about two hours. The recommended times are from 9.00 to 11.00, especially during the summer, and from 17 to 19.00 even in winter. For safety reasons, the hottest hours of the day are strongly discouraged.


At the end of the experienceyou can taste typical products based on truffles in the center of Siena.


Periods and products:

White truffle Tuber magnatum: from September 10 till December 31

Marzuolo Tuber borchii and Tuber albidum: from January 10 to April 30

Scorzone Tuber aestivum: from June 1 to November 30

In May both the search and the collection are closed


Necessary footwear: trekking shoes are preferable, alternatively dressing with high sneakers or boots. No open shoes.


Suitable clothing: long trousers, long-sleeved shirt


Means of transport: small groups of 2 people can use the tranfer provided by the truffle hunter. Bigger groups need their own or rented car or can use taxi. Transfer possible on request.

Options:

dinner based on truffle (appetizer, first course, main course, side dish, dessert, water, wine and coffee) - to book separately.
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Included
  • Private tour in different languages
  • Local guide
  • Tour escort/host
Not included
  • Tasting
  • Transport to/from truffle wood (tartufaia)
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Child rate applies only with adult
  • We can provide a transfer to/from the truffle wood (tartufaia)
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Tourism
80%
Cultural
40%
Original
35%
Food
30%
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