Truffle Hunting and Cheese, Truffle & Wine Tasting near Alba
Overview
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3 hours
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Discover one of Piedmont’s most authentic traditions with a truffle hunting near Monforte d'Alba. Join a professional trifolao and his trained dog as you explore woodland trails in search of the region’s most prized culinary treasure while learning about truffle varieties, and the fascinating bond between hunter and dog and hunting techniques passed down through generations. The experience ends at a local wine shop for a guided tasting of selected local wines paired with cheese with black truffle, scratched on top, offering the perfect introduction to the renowned winemaking heritage.
For a more complete experience, you can choose the Wine Tasting & Light Lunch option
Participants must have their own vehicle to follow the guide between locations.
Additional Info
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."
Comfortable outdoor clothing and suitable walking shoes are recommended.
What To Expect
Monvino
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
Langhe landscapes
Meet the Trifolao & Truffle Dogs Upon arrival, meet the professional truffle hunter and his specially trained dogs. Discover the unique bond between hunter and dog and learn the traditional techniques passed down through generations. Truffle Hunting Experience Head into the woods and watch the dogs search for hidden truffles beneath the forest floor. Along the way, your guide will share stories, local traditions, and insights into the rare ecosystem that makes truffle hunting possible in the Langhe region.
Options
Truffle Hunting and Cheese, Truffle & Wine Tasting near Alba
With Light Lunch
With Light Lunch: Light Lunch: bread, focaccia, breadsticks, cheese, anchovies, mixed pickles/Russian salad, fruit juice, tea/coffee, hazelnut
What‘s Included
Light Lunch option: bread, focaccia, cheese, anchovies, mixed pickles/Russian salad, fruit juice,
Wine tasting
English language guide
Basic option: Cheese tasting with black truffle scratched on top
Light Lunch Option (Continued) tea/coffee, hazelnut cake, jam or hazelnut spread
A transfer service from / to Monforte d'Alba
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
66 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Truffle fan
Gerhard D,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a super great experience. Super organized. Everyone is super friendly. We would do this truffle hunt again immediately.
Truffle hunting and wine tasting
Margrethehg,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic experience! The first half of the tour was truffle hunting with our guide, Elio, his wife and his dogs in a forested truffle reserve. It was impressive to see the dogs mark and find truffle before Elio (and the dogs) dug them up! Then we drove back by car in the beautiful countryside to MonVino and wine tasting with delicious local cheese and sausage. Melina at MonVino was amazing, and gave lovely service and guided us through a variety of wonderful wines! Highly recommended.
Truffle search and wine tasting in Monforte
Melinda D,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a truly unique experience. The first half was a truffle search experience with Elio and his dogs in a wooded truffle reserve. It was very fun watching the dogs locate truffles and Elio digging them up. The wine tasting with Melina at MonVino was fantastic. She gave us a great education on the area with samples of multiple varieties of wine along with local cheeses. Highly recommend.
Great joy
Sergio W,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful experience. From the route from Torino to Monforte D’Alba, the reception of the Marina, the interaction with the truffle hunter his adorable wife and the 4 border collies, beautiful and expert. The experience had the feeling that we were at home . We found several white truffles and had the option of negotiating the purchase at fair prices. Then we went back to MONVINO and tasted 3 options of Barolo and Barbaresco. The Marina explained to us how are distributed regions, wineries and was an additional show. At the end even indicated us a place for lunch in the city of Barolo , Barolo Friends ! I'm saying 1000%! Ateh for children!
Coolest experience ever!!
Emma G,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00One of the coolest experiences we have ever done! Very authentic and true to Piedmont culture! Would highly recommend!
Wonderful and memorable experience!
Kathleen C,Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What a great experience! Very experienced truffle hunter and dogs, welcoming and knowledgeable interpreter, wine education and tasting was top notch. We found 8 truffles- were able to purchase one and bri g it back for an amazing dinner tonight. Would highly recommend!
A great half day with hunting, wine tasting and eating!
cmirakian,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The drive to the small town is worth it to do these two separate activities. The truffle hunting is in the forest- you need a car to drive there. It is also not included in the price so you need 30-40 Euros pp cash to pay at the end and more if you want to buy the truffle you find. It was really interesting. Then you drive back to the wine shop for wine tasting. We took the light lunch option which was definitely worth it as we were starving by then and it was not huge but delicious and definitely enough food. Had a great 3.5 hours , even in the drizzle!
Definite must
Corinne T,Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an amazing experience. We found several truffles and greatly enjoyed the wine tasting. Olio and Bruno were great with the dogs. Giancarlo food a great job answering questions.
Very bad experience!
andrelY9710CM,Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00A very mediocre display! A truffle seeker who points out where the truffle is and a light lunch that was dramatic. I would advise anyone not to book this "experience". Far too expensive for what's on offer. We really felt cheated, and we weren't the only ones who felt that way. Disgraceful!
Truffle hunting and wine tasting
Patricia M,Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The truffle hunt with the dogs was very interesting. So is the wine tasting. Cheese and salami was served representatively on a wooden board. A highly recommended experience.
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