Public tour • 7 hours • Guide, food and wine tastings included! • All ages
Step into Tuscany’s Chianti hills for a one-of-a-kind truffle hunting adventure. Guided by experts and their hounds, uncover prized black and white truffles, then savor a truffle brunch with Chianti wine—all framed by a medieval village backdrop.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
7 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be comfortable walking several miles on uneven forest trails and standing during the brunch experience.
Wildlife
History
Chianti’s truffle hunting has roots going back centuries, integral to Tuscan culinary traditions and rural life.
Conservation
Guides emphasize sustainable harvesting methods to protect truffle habitats and maintain ecological balance in the forest.
De Gustibus Tours
Public tour • 7 hours • Guide, food and wine tastings included! • All ages
De Gustibus Tours is a Florence (Firenze, Toscana) based tour operator offering a range of private and curated experiences across Tuscany. The company presents a variety of itineraries that combine wine tasting, regional cuisine, historic towns and unique transport options such as vintage sidecar rides. Many published itineraries include private options and range from short city food rides to full-day wine and culinary tours.
Published trip descriptions show itineraries to key Tuscan destinations including Chianti, San Gimignano, Montalcino, Montepulciano, Cortona and Val di Chiana. Signature experiences listed include sidecar aperitivo rides at sunset, street-food sidecar tours in Florence, Brunello and Vernaccia wine tastings, saffron- and pecorino-focused lunches, cooking classes in a Chianti farmhouse, and truffle hunting excursions. Several tours note visits to family-run wineries, organic farms for Tuscan lunches, and opportunities to sample local products such as Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Vernaccia di San Gimignano, Brunello di Montalcino, Syrah from Cortona, pecorino cheese and saffron.
Trip durations in published summaries vary from approximately two hours (street food rides) to five-hour sidecar excursions and seven- to eight-hour full-day tours. Departures are described as originating from Florence and cover regions such as Chianti Classico, Val d'Orcia and the hill towns surrounding the city. All information above reflects De Gustibus Tours’ published itineraries and trip summaries.
Base Location
Firenze, Toscana
Located in central Florence
Typical Duration
2–8 hours
Short and full-day options available
Tours Offered
16
Private and group experiences
Wine Regions
Chianti, Montalcino, Montepulciano
Local wines and tastings featured
Choose a private wine tour, sidecar adventure, cooking class or truffle hunt — departures from Firenze with half- and full-day options.
Wear sturdy waterproof footwear
Terrain can be uneven and damp in oak and hazel forests; good shoes protect your feet during the hunt.
Bring a light jacket
Mornings can be cool, even in warmer seasons, so layering helps keep you comfortable.
Stay hydrated
Carry a water bottle especially during the warmer months to maintain energy on the walk.
Respect the truffle grounds
Avoid disturbing the soil beyond where the dogs indicate to preserve natural habitats and future harvests.
Waterproof hiking shoes
Protect your feet on uneven, possibly muddy forest floors.
Layered clothing
Adjust easily to changing temperatures throughout the day.
Sunhat and sunscreen
Shield yourself from sun exposure during outdoor periods.
summer
Camera or smartphone
Capture stunning forest scenes and the charming medieval village.