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Tuscany is one of the most important regions in Italy for truffles. Truffle Hunter is a company Florence based who has the aim to promote this excellent natural product. We will take you in a wood land in a true hunting with our dogs.
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Maggie L
1 contribution
May 2024 • Couples
We took the Chianti Classico and Supper Tuscan Wine tour with Andrea who was a wonderful and funny guide, and would not hesitate to book it again! We visited 3 wineries, all fabulous, but the second one with Mischa was an experience within itself. The wine was beautiful, and the food like nothing we have ever had before. There could only be 8 in the group in total and which made it feel all the more special as there was only the 5 of us in total. If you are looking for a tour this is perfect if you want to learn about wine, or have a more relaxed experience and just enjoy.
Written May 27, 2024
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jayor2016
East Hampton, NY3 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
I went on Francesca's truffle hunt tour in December 2019. I'm very sorry I didn't write a review then, but I'm recommending it to friends who are going to Florence now. It was a memorable experience and it was the best meal we had in Italy. Everything we had to eat from appetizers to pasta to the main course was enhanced with the truffles we brought back. So delicious! Everyone was so nice, generous and welcoming and the beautiful warm, house was steeped in family history. Looking back at my pictures, I realize it was one of the best days in Florence. The weather that day was gray and drizzly, but the food, the family and Francesca's home, a gracious, inviting Tuscan villa that could easily be featured in a design magazine, certainly made up for it. It was a special day I will always remember. Truffle hunting was a unique, enjoyable experience I recommend.
Arthur, East Hampton, New York
Arthur, East Hampton, New York
Written January 22, 2024
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Ashley
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Aug 2024 • Couples
This experience was our favorite out of our several week vacation. We had the best time there. From learning all about truffles to exploring the lands to finding truffles to eating amazing food with truffles and wine, it was a great experience. The entire family is very friendly and informative and kind. Highly recommend this experience to everyone.
Written August 24, 2024
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Keith P
2 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
Our favorite experience during our entire Italy trip! Hilary was the most amazing sommelier and tour guide. Super knowledgeable, friendly, and fun! Choco the truffle hunting pup and his owner Francesca were also incredible hosts at their beautiful Tuscan villa. Would absolutely recommend to anyone. Thanks again Hilary!
Written October 19, 2022
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HoldPlease
Houston, TX71 contributions
Feb 2019 • Family
My family and I did a truffle hunt and wine tasting with Vittorio and Francesca at the end of February. It was absolutely incredible! I arranged the tour with Vittorio a few months in advance of when we would be in Florence. Communication was prompt and helpful. He picked us up on the morning of the private tour, basically at the doorstep of our AirBnB - which was super helpful because we had our 18 month old son with us. He also provided a carseat for him! We arrived at Francesca's beautiful villa where she met us with her dog for the truffle hunt, Chocco. We hiked around and found several truffles - both white and black. We were able to take our son with us on the hike as well using an Ergo carrier - you definitely would not be able to do it with a stroller. After the hunt, we went back to Francesca's where lunch was made using our truffles we found! The food (we had 4 courses) was incredible - one of the best meals we had on our 10 day trip to Italy. The meal also came with two bottles of wine from Francesca's vineyard - it paired perfectly with the meal. While Francesca does sell the wine, among a few other goods, we did not feel pressured to buy anything.
After the relaxing meal, we then drove to a winery for a personal tour and tasting. Vittorio (who is a sommelier) hosted our wine tasting which made the experience even more personable. We did buy wine at the winery we toured and the price per bottle, including shipping back to the states, was very reasonable.
This really was the highlight of our trip to Italy! I'm so fortunate to have found Vittorio and his tour. He really made it easy as well as was so accommodating for our son. Definitely book this tour if you want to have a fantastic experience in Tuscany!
After the relaxing meal, we then drove to a winery for a personal tour and tasting. Vittorio (who is a sommelier) hosted our wine tasting which made the experience even more personable. We did buy wine at the winery we toured and the price per bottle, including shipping back to the states, was very reasonable.
This really was the highlight of our trip to Italy! I'm so fortunate to have found Vittorio and his tour. He really made it easy as well as was so accommodating for our son. Definitely book this tour if you want to have a fantastic experience in Tuscany!
Written March 28, 2019
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TaipeiVilla
Taipei, Taiwan249 contributions
Jun 2017 • Couples
First off, this was one of three tours we did on our Italian vacation. Compared to the others, I'd rate this one, at 175Euro per person, as expensive. We opted for truffle hunting and wine tasting as we needed the transport from Florence. Ideally, I would have liked to have done the truffle hunt on its own, but I didn't want to bother with working out transport to San Miniato and then taxi arrangments onwards.
We were picked up by Linda on time and then had a 75 minute ride (traffic was bad) to Francesca's farm. It was a hot day, and I was surprised there was no welcome glass of cold prosecco or a bottle of water, which would have made the 20 minute wait to get started a lot more enjoyable, and added value to the 150Euro pricetag.
Francesca then came out and introduced herself and her dog and off we went for a 45 minute truffle hunt. This was by far the best part of the day and Francesca is obviously a genuine person who was passionate about what she does. The lunch itself was in a lovely setting and the quality was pretty good although not amazing, certainly nothing to complain about.
Next was the wine tasting, which was the disappointing part. After a tour of the winery, we sat down to taste a few wines, but they were all too young and not at their best. I must say I was surprised when we were shown how the "wine spectator" had given one of the wines 93 points and then got to taste "it". the only difference being that the one that had won the great review was the 2007 one and we weren't tasting that vintage!! When I pointed it out, Linda (who was nice - don't get me wrong) didn't really seem to think the difference mattered, saying that it was still a good wine. Strange..The oldest vintage we tasted that day was 2012, I think, so the whole wine tasting experience was a little disappointing. Having said that, I think if you have very little knowledge about wine and have never done tastings before, it would still be enjoyable.
I would also like to add that I don't think anyone driving, especially one who is working in an official capacity and who is carrying passengers should be drinking alcohol even if the quantity was not enough to put that person over the legal limit.
Overall, an okay day, but I think with a bit more planning and making Francesca and her dogs a bigger part of the day, it could be so much better.
We were picked up by Linda on time and then had a 75 minute ride (traffic was bad) to Francesca's farm. It was a hot day, and I was surprised there was no welcome glass of cold prosecco or a bottle of water, which would have made the 20 minute wait to get started a lot more enjoyable, and added value to the 150Euro pricetag.
Francesca then came out and introduced herself and her dog and off we went for a 45 minute truffle hunt. This was by far the best part of the day and Francesca is obviously a genuine person who was passionate about what she does. The lunch itself was in a lovely setting and the quality was pretty good although not amazing, certainly nothing to complain about.
Next was the wine tasting, which was the disappointing part. After a tour of the winery, we sat down to taste a few wines, but they were all too young and not at their best. I must say I was surprised when we were shown how the "wine spectator" had given one of the wines 93 points and then got to taste "it". the only difference being that the one that had won the great review was the 2007 one and we weren't tasting that vintage!! When I pointed it out, Linda (who was nice - don't get me wrong) didn't really seem to think the difference mattered, saying that it was still a good wine. Strange..The oldest vintage we tasted that day was 2012, I think, so the whole wine tasting experience was a little disappointing. Having said that, I think if you have very little knowledge about wine and have never done tastings before, it would still be enjoyable.
I would also like to add that I don't think anyone driving, especially one who is working in an official capacity and who is carrying passengers should be drinking alcohol even if the quantity was not enough to put that person over the legal limit.
Overall, an okay day, but I think with a bit more planning and making Francesca and her dogs a bigger part of the day, it could be so much better.
Written July 1, 2017
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Wendy A
18 contributions
Oct 2018 • Couples
Thanks to excellent guidance about how to leave Florence and make our way to San Miniato we had an utterly delightful walk (good shoes required), hunt (for golden potatoes), and fine dining experience! Our group of 6 joined a few other adventurers on a lovely fall afternoon. We've always enjoyed truffles but will never look at them the same now that we have watched Francesa working with her beautiful, skilled, and friendly dog Ciaccio to ferret out white winter truffles. After the hunt, we were ushered into a classic huntsman-like dining room where several courses of food and wine were prepared and shared. Everything we ate and drank was prepared right at the source and included the best pasta dish I ever ate. So simple and prepared without hesitation with our food allergies in mind. If you could bottle our laughter and shear enjoyment during our meal you would would have something as tasty as any three of the wines we drank. We never wanted to leave, but are glad we went. Can't recommend this experience enough. Amare!
Written October 17, 2018
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Arthur L
Oakland, ME1 contribution
Jan 2017 • Couples
If you are looking for an experience like no other, then you can rest assured that you found the right one! The morning began with a beautiful walk in the woods with Francesca and her amazing truffle finding pup, CHOCO!!! (Any dog who loves truffles is A okay in my book!) we found a bunch of spring whites and summer blacks. My wife and I could have walked all day with those two. Truly an authentic experience in itself. After collecting our treasures we ventured on to their house where we enjoyed learning how to cook a wonderful Italian meal with Francesca and her mother, Hillary. What an absolutely amazing experience, they were so great!! After we were done cooking they lead us into the most amazing dinning room, where the table was set for two and we got to enjoy an experience that you read about or see in a movie. It was truly unforgettable! I couldn't ask for more. The wine was delicious and it was so cool to learn of all the amazing things that this family does on their farm. I couldn't recommend this experience in any higher regard! You must book it if you are in the area.
Written February 5, 2017
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sungal7
Orange County, CA49 contributions
Oct 2016 • Couples
This was such a fun thing to do in Italy! It's about 1/2 hour outside Florence so you need a car or they'll pick you up for an extra fee. We met at the Villa and they provided boots - thank goodness because it was so muddy. We were in a group of about 8, plus the guide, the truffle hunter and his dog. Take note that when you book the Private Luxury Tour, the hunt is not private - the lunch after is private at a different table from everyone else. So, I would just book the shared tour next time. We found several white truffles! And it was so amazing watching the dog find them and dig them up. Such a special thing to do out in the beautiful Tuscan countryside. The lunch after the hunt was wonderful and filled with truffles. Note to those with food allergies: make sure you tell the chef. There were nuts in several of the dishes so they can make them special for those with allergies. Enjoy the hunt!!
Written November 12, 2016
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Kent-Xiaonan
London, UK30 contributions
Jun 2014 • Couples
We just got back from our first trip to Italy and have to say the truffle hunt and chianti tasting tour is without doubt the most unforgettable and amazing thing we did within our 10 days. Our tour guide was Fabian who is a lovely enthusiast about wine, truffles and Tuscany! He picked us up from Florence and from the first second we started talking, we were so impressed by his knowledge as well as passion about wine, truffles and Tuscany. He is easy-going and knowledgable, we must have asked him 1000+ questions, he answered everything patiently!
The truffle hunting took place in a small hilly village in San Miniato. Our truffle hunter, Riccardo along with his dog Nebia talked us through the whole process of truffle hunting and we were fortunate enough to find 4, the excitement went Nebia starts burrowing for the truffle is certainly exciting!
When we returned to their shop, a delicious truffle themed lunch prepared by Monica was ready waiting for us. Fresh truffle doesn't get any better than this! After purchasing a variety of truffle products, it was time to say farewell and move onto the wine tasting.
Fabian made a quick stop over in the town centre of San Miniato to give us perspective on the town that has given us the luxury's that the day provides.
The wine tasting was a great experience too, Eva went through 6 delicious wines that are produced at the vineyard and together with our guide Fabian, a professional sommelier we were given masterclass in identifying the flavours of the different wines.
After having a look around the vineyard and meeting her husband who was hard at work in the vineyard it was time to head back to Florence with memories of an experience we will never forget.
You MUST do this tour if you travel in or around florence!
The truffle hunting took place in a small hilly village in San Miniato. Our truffle hunter, Riccardo along with his dog Nebia talked us through the whole process of truffle hunting and we were fortunate enough to find 4, the excitement went Nebia starts burrowing for the truffle is certainly exciting!
When we returned to their shop, a delicious truffle themed lunch prepared by Monica was ready waiting for us. Fresh truffle doesn't get any better than this! After purchasing a variety of truffle products, it was time to say farewell and move onto the wine tasting.
Fabian made a quick stop over in the town centre of San Miniato to give us perspective on the town that has given us the luxury's that the day provides.
The wine tasting was a great experience too, Eva went through 6 delicious wines that are produced at the vineyard and together with our guide Fabian, a professional sommelier we were given masterclass in identifying the flavours of the different wines.
After having a look around the vineyard and meeting her husband who was hard at work in the vineyard it was time to head back to Florence with memories of an experience we will never forget.
You MUST do this tour if you travel in or around florence!
Written July 5, 2014
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Does the tour on trip advisor include transportation from Florence? I saw one on your website, but it wouldn’t let me book.
Written August 4, 2022
Hi! I’m a solo traveler looking to book this for Monday august 15th. Can you accommodate?
Written July 8, 2022
Do you have tours in May ? I’m planning to visit next mont from 22-25th May. I will be in florence. Would love to do a tour
Written April 17, 2022
Hi there--is there an option for a longer truffle hunt portion (like maybe two or three hours) or a cooking class added on?
Written November 4, 2021
I am sorry but at the moment we do not have anything like that.
Written January 20, 2022
Hi there, do you do truffle hunting plus cooking course as an option?
Written September 8, 2019
Yes we run also a special cooking class where you learn how to cook truffles.
This option is not available onto Tripadvisor
And van be booked only on our official website trufflehunter net.
Written October 2, 2019
We will be in Tuscany the second week of November. Are there any tours available?
Written August 25, 2019
@TruffleHunter
San Miniato, Italy
Yes all our experience are available on November. This is our high season. please check our website
Written August 29, 2019
Hello, how did you find Vittorio? We are staying in Florence with no car. Thank you!
Written June 7, 2019
@TruffleHunter
San Miniato, Italy
Hi Lola
You can call me on my cell phone +39 3318749912
Vittorio
Written June 9, 2019
We do not have a car. What is the best transportation? Thank you.
Written October 15, 2018
I Suggest you should take the train from Florence to San Miniato
Once at San Miniato train station I can send you a taxi to come here.
Written October 15, 2018
Where about in San Miniato does the truffle tour start? We are booked to go tomorrow but are coming by car and don’t know where to head to. Thanks!
Written September 28, 2018
The place is Fattoria Collebrunacchi
Via Collebrunacchi 4 San Miniato
On the voucher I have sent you can see a map
Vittorio
Written September 28, 2018
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