Tuscan Truffle Hunting & Cooking with Under The Tuscan Sun
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6–8 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be comfortable walking on natural, sometimes uneven terrain for several hours and able to stand during cooking sessions.
Overview
Join Under The Tuscan Sun Tours for a private day of truffle hunting with dogs, hands-on pasta-making, and Chianti wine tasting in the heart of Tuscany’s countryside. Experience a slice of authentic Tuscan life just outside Florence, where nature and cuisine meet.
Truffle hunting with dogs, cooking class & Chianti wine tasting tour – Private shore excursion from Livorno (Tuscan countryside)
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About This Adventure
Embark on a captivating Tuscan adventure starting with truffle hunting alongside trained dogs. Delight in a hands-on cooking class at a historic villa, crafting exquisite pasta dishes. Savor a delicious lunch featuring truffles, then explore the enchanting medieval towns of San Gimignano or Certaldo, creating unforgettable memories in Tuscany.
8.00 am - Meet your driver directly at your ship dock in Livorno Welcome sign "Under the Tuscan Sun"
9.45 am - Truffle hunting with dogs in the heart of Tuscany 11.30 am - Cooking class with private chef at XVI century Tuscan villa 13.00 pm - Lunch based on pasta with truffle, appetizers, tiramisu 15.00 - Visit the medieval town of San Gimignano or Certaldo 17.30 - End of the tour
Adventure Tips
Wear sturdy shoes for uneven terrain
The truffle hunting takes place in forested and uneven vineyard areas, so solid hiking shoes or boots are recommended.
Bring a camera with zoom capability
Capture intimate moments with the truffle dogs and the scenic medieval towns, but avoid flash during the hunt to keep dogs focused.
Dress in layered, weather-appropriate clothing
Tuscan mornings can be cool and evenings warm, so layering helps stay comfortable throughout the day.
Notify of dietary restrictions ahead of time
The cooking class features truffle dishes and Chianti wine; informing the guide ensures accommodations if needed.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- European wild boar roaming the wooded truffle hunting areas
- Songbirds such as nightingales and hoopoes common in olive groves
History
Tuscany’s medieval towns like San Gimignano rose as trading hubs with walls that protected thriving agricultural communities relying on truffle harvests.
Conservation
Local truffle hunting follows strict regulations to protect the delicate fungal ecosystems and ensure sustainable foraging practices.
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Recommended Gear
Sturdy hiking shoes
Protect your feet on uneven forest floors and vineyard paths.
Lightweight layered clothing
Adapts to changing temperatures throughout the day during outdoor and indoor activities.
spring|summer|fall|winter specific
Sun protection (hat and sunscreen)
Shield yourself during time spent in open fields and vineyards.
spring|summer|fall specific
Camera or smartphone with zoom
Capture truffle dogs in action and the medieval architecture of San Gimignano or Certaldo.