Private Tour: Truffle-Hunting Experience from Naples with Lunch

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Duration

clock8 hours 30 minutes

Tour Details

    Overview

    Explore Italy's Campania region on an exclusive day trip from Naples, venturing through the picturesque Monti Picentini mountains. Make a stop at the foot of Mt Terminio and follow a truffle hunter accompanied by his canines as they search for truffles in the woods. Have the chance to savor freshly-picked truffles paired with cheese, learn about this artful pursuit and take in the stunning views. Later, delight in a 3-course lunch of regional specialties served with Italian wine, coffee and liqueur at a nearby restaurant.

    What’s included

    • Collection from your hotel in an air-conditioned minivan
    • Experienced guide accompanying you throughout the day
    • Tasting of truffles and assorted cheese
    • 3-course meal with wine, coffee, and liqueur included
    • Drop off back at your hotel afterwards

    What’s Exclude

    • Gratuities

    What To Expect

    Depart your Naples accommodation in the morning for an all-day excursion. As you travel via private minivan, take in the picturesque sights around Mt Vesuvius, up into the mountains of Partenio Regional Park, and down through Avellino valley — the capital city of Campania.

    Next stop is Monti Picentini Regional Park and Volturara Irpina — a quaint town located at the base of Mt Terminio towering 2,000 meters (6,562 feet) above sea level. It's here where you'll find some of Italy's most sought after truffles.

    Join a truffle expert and their Lagotto Romagnolo hunting dogs — a breed known for its keen sense of smell used specifically to search for truffles. Once you've gathered your equipment, embark on an easy hike up 1,400 meters (4,593 feet). Although suitable for all levels of fitness and abilities, it is recommended to wear appropriate footwear.

    Observe as the canines do their thing sniffing out these underground fungi delights. When they make a discovery be sure to sample some with fresh ricotta cheese — a delicious accompaniment that complements its earthy flavor. Enjoy three hours strolling through this magical forest while taking in captivating vistas and learning about Italy's history and truffle hunting techniques.

    Your day wraps up with lunch at a local restaurant featuring regional products enhanced by truffle flavors. To complete your meal indulge in some Italian wine followed by coffee or grappa/amaro digestifs before heading back to your hotel.<

    Additional Information

    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Please make a note of any specific dietary requests in the 'Special Requirements' field when booking
    • Please wear comfortable clothes and appropriate shoes for walking
    • Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability

    Voucher Requirements

    You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

    Departure Time

    07:30 AM

    Departure Point

    Naples, Naples, Province of Naples, Campania
    Traveler pickup is offered
    Departure Point: Naples, Salerno, Sorrento , Pompeii, Caserta,  Amalfi coast
    Address: Meet your driver who holds signage with your name on it at one of the following locations:
    End of the Naples centrale train platform (for those coming from Rome, pick up at 8:45 am)
    Pier where your ship docks
    Airport arrival section
    Outside your hotel or accommodation

    Day tour from Rome to the Amalfi coast or Pompeii
    We suggest to catch the Freccia Rossa Fast Train from Rome Termini (departure time from Rome 7.35 am) to Naples Centrale (arrival time 8.45 am) and we will pick you up directly from the Naples train station and then.. at the end of the day tour we will drive you back in Naples where you will catch the train back to Rome.
    Dates: Daily
    Return point: Returns to original departure point or different

    Airports

    • Naples Airport, Naples Italy


    Ports

    • naples
    • salerno
    • sorrento
    • amalfi

    Hotel Pickup

    Yes

    Return Details

    Returns to original departure point

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