Truffle Hunting & Tasting in San Miniato Tuscany with Dogs
Overview
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You will experience a unique and fun opportunity with an expert truffle hunter and his dogs trained for hunting truffles. Improve your sensory experience in contact with nature and good food.
You'll also get a chance to taste specialties made with truffles.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Tartufi Nacci
You will meet Monica & Riccardo with their dogs and you can go with them in to the woods looking for truffle, you can see the dogs dig for truffles, learn everything about the world of truffle and taste specialties prepared with the fresh truffles found. Excellent flavor !
What‘s Included
truffle tasting with wine
Truffle hunting with dogs and expert guide (Truffle hunter)
truffle lunch
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Truffle Hunting & Tasting in San Miniato Tuscany with Dogs
Reviews
49 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Such a fantastic...
Kimberly,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Such a fantastic experience! Monica and Ricardo are super friendly and welcoming - and their dogs are too! Ricardo is an award winning truffle hunter who took us through the woods with his pups Mya and Birba. He shared his story and how truffle hunting works. Mya and Birba are adorable and good at their jobs! They found several truffles and we helped dig them out. Be prepared for a hike! Monica prepared a delicious, homemade pasta for us, using some of the truffles we found. Do not miss out on this experience!
Memorable experience
Abhijith S,Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was one of the highlights of our trip. Riccardo and Monica, our exceptional hosts, made us feel welcomed and genuinely cared about our experience. Although we arrived a bit late, they didn’t shorten or change our plan, ensuring we had the full experience. Riccardo’s passion and enthusiasm during the hunt were evident, and our daughter enjoyed petting their dogs, which helped her miss our dog a little less during the trip. Monica had prepared a delicious truffle tasting plate with her homemade bread, which was very tasty. My parents, who joined us from India enjoyed the walk through the Tuscany forest and ranked it one of the best parts of the trip. Thank you Monica and Riccardo for this memorable experience.
A worthwhile experience
Leah T,Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A really interesting experience to understand and explore truffle hunting, with friendly host and family and delicious truffle tasting upon return from the trip. A really fun experience and we found 5 truffles
This experience was worth...
Louise N,Aug 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This experience was worth every penny! Ricardo and Monica are kind, knowledgeable people and their dogs are truly amazing. We walked in the woods for one and a half hour and the dogs found five truffles in the most impressive way. I can highly recommend staying for lunch - Monica cooked among other things a delicious pasta with the fresh truffles for a good price. Thank you!
Authentic experience with wonderful people
philip t,Aug 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had the best experience. Really authentic with a family that have been truffle hunting for years. The women running it and hunting for the truffle were lovely and friendly and spoke good English. 1010 for the enthusiasm and excitement and letting us have a go for ourselves. The truffle lunch was amazing and fresh with white truffle they had just got out the ground. There was also a lovely shop which prices were fair and lots under 5 euros. It was so unique but made better by the lovely people running it. You do yourselves proud would recommend to anyone , book with confidence for an authentic experience
Unique opportunity!
Jane K,Jul 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Riccardo and his wife are wonderful people and teachers about truffle hunting. It was fascinating to see their dogs Maya and Birba work as a team! They found five pieces in the span of about 1 hr and then we had a great antipasto plate with truffle products and a fantastic lunch. My kids enjoyed it very much. Thank you!
What an amazing authentic experience
Kyle B,Jul 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My family and I had such a special amazing time with Riccardo and his dogs Maya and Bilba on the truffle hunt. Riccardo took the time to really explain all the details of the hunt to the children and the hunting dogs were so much fun! We found many black truffles and the kids got a big kick out of each discovery. After the hunt , we stayed for lunch and Riccardo’s wife Monica cooked us a delicious lunch with our truffles. This is one of those experiences that really takes you off the beaten path of the typical tourist experience and lets you get a more authentic taste of small town Tuscan life. We really recommend this for really all travelers to Tuscany.
Truffle hunting in Tuscany
Genevieve L,Jul 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00One of the best experiences in our entire trip to Europe! The hospitality was 10 of 10 and we got to enjoy our delicious findings with the best hospitality!
Truffle Hunt and Tasting
Z4242OBgordonb,Jul 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful tour with Riccardo. We learned so much from him about truffles. His two dogs were so sweet and super smart. The tasting at the end was very generous. It was one of our top activities during our vacation We highly recommend!
Amazing truffle hunting experience
Sheryl T,Jun 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you're looking for an authentic and delicious experience in the Italian countryside, look no further than a truffle hunt with Riccardo and his incredible dogs, Maya and Bilba. From the moment we met husband and wife team Riccardo and Monica, their passion and knowledge for truffle hunting, a tradition spanning over 80 years in her family, were immediately evident. The hunt itself was a truly awesome experience. Watching Maya and Bilba, their clever and energetic dogs, expertly sniff out truffles in the woods was fascinating. Riccardo was a fantastic guide, sharing insights into the process and the history of truffle hunting while his furry companions excitedly led the way. Back at their charming home and business, Monica had prepared a delicious truffle tasting spread. We savored delicate truffle slices alongside an array of incredible truffle products, including truffle honey, truffle balsamic, and truffle cheese. The fresh fruit, homemade focaccia, and local wine perfectly complemented the truffle delicacies, creating a truly memorable experience. Riccardo and Monica are a genuinely lovely and friendly couple who embody the warmth of Italian hospitality. Their deep knowledge, combined with their family's long-standing tradition, makes this truffle hunting experience truly special. We left feeling enlightened and had a deeper appreciation for the world of truffles and the wonderful people who bring them to us. Highly recommended!
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