GetYourGuide and Viator list 13 truffle hunts in Umbria, most of them in Assisi and Perugia. Prices run from €40 to €1,995 a person, €125 in the middle of the range. 2 are rated 4.5 or better from at least ten reviews; those come first below.

A truffle hunt follows a hunter and a trained dog through oak and hazel woods, and most end at the table with a lunch built around truffles. Which truffle is in the ground depends on the season: the prized white truffle is an autumn find, black truffles come at other times of year.

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truffle hunting

Have you ever wanted to live a truly authentic experience, away from the beaten tourist routes? I'm taking you to my favorite place: the heart of the woods. Here, the connection is total...

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Truffle Hunting Adventure in Nature

Venture into the enchanting forest on a classic truffle hunt, where you'll be guided by expert truffle hunters alongside their trained dogs. This immersive experience invites you to uncov...

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2 h

Truffle hunting in the Valnerina

Experience the authentic thrill of truffle hunting in the heart of Umbria. Accompanied by an Expert truffle hunter and his trained dog, you will enter a real truffle shed to discover the ...

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Truffle hunting in Umbria: questions

How much does a truffle hunt in Umbria cost?

Across the 13 truffle hunts listed here, prices start at €40 and the middle of the range is €125 per person; 2 cost under €50. Prices are the marketplaces' own and were last checked on the date shown at the top of the page.

Which truffle hunts in Umbria have the best reviews?

By rating and number of reviews on the marketplaces: 2 hours Private Activity - Truffle hunting in Assisi (4.9 from 23 reviews) and Truffle Hunt & Bio Lunch in Assisi (5.0 from 10 reviews).

How long does a truffle hunt in Umbria take?

Most take about 3 hours; the listing for each one gives its exact length.

Is wine included?

2 of the 13 listings name wine in their title. Check what each listing includes before you book: some pour a glass, others a full tasting.

Where do truffle hunts in Umbria take place?

Most of them start in Assisi and Perugia. Each listing gives its meeting point.

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