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Truffle Hunting & Wine Tasting In Istria (private V.i.p. Tour)
Ljubljana
Tour Price
Description
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.
What's Included
- Tastings 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 flavored acacia Eco-honey with added white truffle, Extra virgin olive oil with black truffle flavor, Truffle pate (spread), Omelette with Truffles, A glass (or two) of local Teran and Malvazija wine FRITULE - old Istrian dessert.
- Professional truffle hunter dog,
- Licensed truffle hunter (a member of a third generation truffle hunting family)
- Local wine with dish
- Tour guide/escort during the whole trip,
- Transport in an air-conditioned minivan,
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers 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 favorable weather conditions. If canceled 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.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Page last updated on September 19, 2024
