Truffle Hunting and Lunch in Piedmont Trattoria
Overview
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8 hours
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Embark on an unforgettable journey into the enchanting world of truffle hunting! What makes our experience unique? It’s not just about finding truffles—it’s about immersing yourself in a magical, sensory adventure in nature.
Personal Touch: Join me, Secil, and my expert partner Santo with our talented dogs Gemma and Vasco. Our passion and personal connection make the experience special.
Exclusive Access: Explore secret forest spots known only to local hunters for a rare glimpse into the world of truffles.
Hands-On Learning: Participate in the hunt, learning to recognize and dig up truffles from seasoned experts.
Cultural Flavor: Enjoy lunch at a traditional Piedmont restaurant. If we find truffles, you’ll savor them in an authentic setting.
Connect with nature, enjoy local culture, and gain hands-on knowledge of a world delicacy. Book now and be part of this unique journey!
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
There are no vegan or gluten-free alternatives at the restaurant where we take our guests. It can only be vegetarian.
We only serve alcoholic drinks for travelers 18 years old and above. Minor travelers below 18 years old will be served non-alcoholic drinks.
please wear trekking boots and suitable clothes for the forest (your clothes can ruin)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Lunch
In-Person Guide (English, German, Turkish, Italian)
What To Expect
Join us for a one-of-a-kind, fun, and action-packed truffle hunting experience! In the heart of nature, you’ll connect with your senses and discover the world of truffles. You’ll join me, my trained dog Gemma, and my fellow hunters Santino with his dogs Vasco or Tea or Raul and truffle hunter Felix. We’ll introduce you to the magical world of truffles and explore the art of finding these treasures. 8:30 am: Meet in Turin, then head to the countryside . Coffee break in the village. Introduction to truffles: where they grow, qualities, and rules. Walk and search for white or black truffles (seasonal) with Gemma and Vasco. Actively participate in the hunt, learn to recognize and dig up truffles. Lunch in a typical Piedmont restaurant; if we're lucky and find truffles, we'll enjoy them together. Experience duration: 8 hours Includes travelling 50 min from Turin and back to Turin 50 min 2 or 3 hours of searching truffles 20 min travel to restaurant 2 hours lunch We will be back to Turin around 15.30-17.30 Let’s go hiking ! Season: White truffles: September 21 - January 30 Other truffles: Rest of the year (except May and September 1-21, when truffle collection is forbidden).
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Truffle Hunting and Lunch in Piedmont Trattoria
Reviews
17 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A day in the country chasing dogs chasing truffles
andrew s,
Oct 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Highly recommended. We got lucky and had a very nice weather day (a little warm for truffles but nice for us!) and a really nice group of fellow truffle hunters. And finding some truffles didn’t hurt either! The guides are super nice people. Plan a full day. And don’t make a dinner reservation that day. You’ll be full from lunch!
I’m a Truffle Hike SUPERFAN !
Vicki R,
Oct 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00WOW! This was the coolest thing I have ever done and the operators were beyond informative, authentic, passionate truffle hunters. Santino was the coolest and his dogs were stars…Bosko found MANY HUGE TRUFFLES as we ran behind him seeing the magic happen. These dogs smell the truffles from hundreds of feet away. Felix and Secil’s adorable 3 dogs found many truffles which we all indulged in at lunch at the coolest hidden gem on the gorgeous rolling hills. Heaps of delicious starters including the yummiest polenta all specially order so Santino could proudly shave massive amounts of truffles over every bite…. I had three servings and he kept shaving the fresh truffles we had just hunted down. More dishes followed with more truffles shaved over and over. That amount of truffles in a restaurant in Beverly Hills where I’m traveling from ( or Milan for that matter) would have been $300 or more easy! After lunch I bought the beautiful wooden truffle slicer and brush cleaner with the Truffle Hike logo on it so I can bring back the memories to California….even if I just shave regular mushrooms with it I don’t care, I want to relive this day over and over. I need to go back as soon as possible,
The truffle hunting...
Katarzyna S,
Oct 14, 2025
- Viator
3.00The truffle hunting experience itself was great — the nature was beautiful, the dogs were adorable and skilled, and the guide explained everything really well. It was fascinating to see how the truffles are found and learn about the process. However, a couple of things could have been better. We didn’t receive any truffles to take home, which was a bit disappointing after participating in the hunt. Also, lunch was really long (much longer than truffle hunting). Moreover, one of the drivers seemed to have had too much to drink during the lunch, which felt unprofessional and concerning.
Absolute Must
Paul C,
Aug 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00The best day we have ever had in our years in Italia. I could not recommend this experience enough. Even with the heat, Secil, Felix and Santino made us feel so welcome. We met at a local bar for caffè before heading out. Watching them so calm, Gemma and her pup, Raul and Vasco with their fantastic energy, finding truffle at nearly every stop. Felix and Secil teaching us about where to look, different types, and the conservation. So peaceful to leave the city, and be with people who share their passion, and their amazing dogs. Santino had a much appreciated sneaky stop on the way to lunch for refreshments for us. Lunch at a local could not have been better, fantastic genuine simple food and local wine paired with laughs and fresh truffle. For me, this was very nostalgic and emotional: it brought back a lot of memories wandering the forest with my Nonno, pranzo felt like my Nonna had cooked and we were with the family at the table. Grazie mille Secil, Felix e Santino per la giornata migliore!
Fantastic day of truffle fun!
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Aug 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00Such a pleasure to learn about village life in Piedmont and truffle culture. The time hunting was perfect and not too long - within a couple of hours, we found over 15 black summer truffles, thanks to the keen noses of doggies Gemma and Toca. The trattoria had a lively authentic vibe as we enjoyed shaved truffles over hot cheese and pasta. Our guides Secil and Felix were warm, enthusiastic and fun. This experience is worth a revisit!
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