Semi-Private Truffle Hunting & lunch @ Winery, San Gimignano
At a glance
Semi-Private Truffle Hunting & lunch @ Winery, San Gimignano is a 7h – 8h private experience in Florence, Italy, operated by Chianti Wine Tour. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 25 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $549.73 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Truffle hunting and lunch are semi-private experiences., Informative english speaking tour guide/driver, Guided visit to the medieval town of San Gimignano.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 3 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 7h – 8h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English, Italian, Spanish
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
After a one-hour comfortable drive from Florence to the Chianti region, you will meet with our professional truffle hunter. You will enjoy hiking through vineyards and woods, having fun hunting truffles with his trained dogs. You will discover the main features and secrets of truffles. The two hours truffle hunting activity will be followed by a truffle-based Tuscan lunch featuring several truffle specialties paired with the finest Chianti wines. The tour will continue on with a guided visit to the famous medieval village of San Gimignano where you will visit the main sites, admire the panoramic view on the surrounding countryside and, if you feel like it, taste the delicious Gelato made by the world Championship winner Dondoli! A wonderful day with Fun in Tuscany!
What's included
What's included
- Truffle hunting and lunch are semi-private experiences.
- Informative english speaking tour guide/driver
- Guided visit to the medieval town of San Gimignano
- Comfortable roundtrip transportation by AC 8-seater minivan
- Truffle-based authentic four courses tuscan lunch
- Two hours truffle hunting with an expert local hunter and his dog
Not included
- Hotel pick up and drop off
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 2h
Truffle hunting in the oak and chestnut forest under the guidance of a professional truffle hunter and his trained and frisky dog.
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Stop 2 · 2h
Truffle-based authentic home made lunch after the activity.
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Stop 3 · 1h
Visit to the main squares and monuments, stop at the Dondoli world champion gelato and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over the Chianti wine region.
Meeting point
At a short distance from Santa Maria Novella train station in Florence and close to the Executive Hotel.
Private pick up service available upon request
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free meals available upon request
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Semi-Private Truffle Hunting & lunch @ Winery, San Gimignano take?
The experience lasts about 7h – 8h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $549.73 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Truffle hunting and lunch are semi-private experiences.; Informative english speaking tour guide/driver; Guided visit to the medieval town of San Gimignano; Comfortable roundtrip transportation by AC 8-seater minivan; Truffle-based authentic four courses tuscan lunch; Two hours truffle hunting with an expert local hunter and his dog.
Where does it start?
At a short distance from Santa Maria Novella train station in Florence and close to the Executive Hotel. Private pick up service available upon request
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, Italian, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 25 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Florence.
