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TRUFFLE HUNTING & WINE TASTING
TRUFFLE HUNTING & WINE TASTING
TRUFFLE HUNTING & WINE TASTING
TRUFFLE HUNTING & WINE TASTING
TRUFFLE HUNTING & WINE TASTING

Truffle Hunting & Wine Tasting In Istria (private V.i.p. Tour)

By Alfredo TOURS
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Overview

Would you like to experience the once-in-a-lifetime thrill of truffle hunting with dogs? Follow our truffle hounds through the woods and experience the surge of excitement as they locate this edible treasure.

This is the real thing. The No. 1 truffle hunting tour. Truffle hunting in the land where his majesty - THE TRUFFLE - is at home. We'll meet at the Koper's cruise ship terminal (or hotel or any other preferred pickup location in Koper, Izola, Piran and Portoroz) and arrange all necessary in order for you to take part in this authentic experience.

Start this adventure with a truffle hunting family, whose 3rd generation is now hunting for truffles. Friendly hosts will tell you all about truffles, the tradition of truffle hunting, and their truffle hunting dogs. But above all, they will take you to the BEST truffle hunting spot that just few locals know about. Tasting of truffle products will be prepared for you in beautiful surroundings.

Activity location

  • Koper
    • 6000, Koper, Koper, Slovenia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Ljubljana
    • Ljubljana, Slovenia, Slovenia

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedTastings of various Istrian dishes made with truffles: Aromatic cheese from sheep’s, goat's and cow’s milk with chopped fresh truffles, Dried sausage enriched with Istrian truffles, Uniquely flavoured acacia Eco-honey with added white truffle, Extra virgin olive oil with black truffle flavour, Truffle pate (spread), Omelette with Truffles, A glass (or two) of local Teran and Malvazija wine FRITULE - old Istrian dessert.
  • What's includedWhat's includedProfessional truffle hunter dog,
  • What's includedWhat's includedLicensed truffle hunter (a member of a third generation truffle hunting family)
  • What's includedWhat's includedLocal wine with dish
  • What's includedWhat's includedTour guide/escort during the whole trip,
  • What's includedWhat's includedTransport in an air-conditioned minivan,
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTransfer from Ljubljana to Koper & back (can be arranged at an additional cost - 25 €/person, hotel pick up included)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAny services not listed above as “Included
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedPersonal travel insurance

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Although we will hunt on sites where we have previously found truffles, finding them cannot be guaranteed.
  • We regret that you are not able to bring your own dog on this tour as they will distract our truffle hound.
  • Truffle hunting will require some walking (on flat slopes mainly but also on some gently sloping sites).
  • We suggest good walking shoes (no flip-flops!)
  • We also regret to inform that this tour is not suitable for guests with wheelchairs or with impaired mobility.
  • The tour is subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

After picking you up at the meeting point with a comfortable, air-conditioned 8-seats mini-van (or car), we will take you to one of the most renowned truffle hunting regions. During the drive to reach the region you'll be able to sit back and enjoy the ride while we introduce you to the area. With a roughly 45 minute comfortable ride, we will start off the day with a visit to a truffle hunting family, whose 3rd generation is now hunting for truffles. Friendly hosts will tell you all about truffles, the tradition of truffle hunting, and their truffle hunting dogs. But above all, they will take you to the BEST truffle hunting spot that just a few locals know about. Tasting of truffle products will be prepared for you in beautiful surroundings, and you will also have the opportunity to buy truffle products in the nearby shop. We'll return home with full bellies, a happy heart and great memories, just in time. After a wonderful day of truffle hunting, you will be dropped off at your hotel or port.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESKoper
    • 6000, Koper, Koper, Slovenia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLELjubljana
    • Ljubljana, Slovenia, Slovenia

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