Join a private day trip from Pisa into Chianti for hands-on truffle hunting with an expert and trained dog, followed by a cellar lunch of truffle tagliolini and a guided tasting of Chianti and Super Tuscan wines. Expect an active eight-hour field-and-food experience best from May to October.
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A low-slung van threads its way out of Pisa and onto the ribbon of country road that climbs into Chianti’s folded hills. Olive groves and vine rows lean toward the sun; stone farmhouses keep their secrets. The day opens in a small wood where a truffle hunter and his dog move with practiced economy—silence, pause, a paw, the sudden, satisfied dig. You follow, hands in pockets or ready to help, and the forest seems to conspire to reveal its buried treasure.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate—able to walk on uneven terrain for several hours and climb short inclines.
Wildlife
History
Chianti’s agrarian identity dates to medieval land divisions and vine-focused estates; truffle hunting grew alongside pastoral and woodland management over centuries.
Conservation
Local guides emphasize low-impact foraging—only trained dogs and handlers harvest truffles and visitors should avoid disturbing root systems to protect forest health.
Reserve your spot on the Truffle Hunting with Lunch and Chianti Tasting from Pisa today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Wear sturdy, waterproof footwear
Forest floors can be uneven and muddy—lace-up hiking shoes or boots provide traction and ankle support.
Follow the hunter’s lead around dogs
Do not call or pet the truffle dogs during the search; handlers rely on silence and routine to locate truffles.
Hydrate and bring a small daypack
Carry water, sun protection, and a light layer for cellar temperatures between outdoor stops.
Notify about allergies and dietary needs
Truffle and wine tastings are central—advise the operator of food allergies or pregnancy when booking.
Sturdy hiking shoes or boots
Protects feet on uneven, sometimes muddy woodland trails.
Waterproof jacket or waxed jacket
Keeps you dry in sudden summer showers and dewy mornings.
spring
Reusable water bottle and small daypack
Carries water, camera, and layers for the day.
Sunhat and SPF sunscreen
Useful for vineyard stops and open stretches between woodland and cellar.
summer