Truffle Hunting and Cheese, Truffle & Wine Tasting near Alba
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Turin, Italy
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Enjoy an amazing truffle hunting with a professional "Trifolao" and his trained dog near Monforte d' Alba. Breathe pure air in a gorgeous wood and enjoy the intense truffle scent. Meet the hunter and his dogs, who are specially trained to sniff out truffles, you’ll have a good chance of tracking down the elusive fungi. Along the way, learn more about truffles and why they are so rare, and pick up expert tips on how to find them. During the Hunting you will take a brake for a cheese tasting with black truffle scratched on top, the experience ends with a wine tasting.
- Understand how, where and why truffles grow in in the Low Piedmont area
- Learn the differences between white and black truffles and enjoy the intense aroma.
- Savor the truffle expertly paired with cheese
- Enjoy a wine tasting including the Barolo wine
What's Included
- Basic option: Cheese tasting with black truffle scratched on top
- Wine tasting
- English language guide
- Light Lunch option: bread, focaccia, cheese, anchovies, mixed pickles/Russian salad, fruit juice,
- Light Lunch Option (Continued) tea/coffee, hazelnut cake, jam or hazelnut spread
- A transfer service from / to Monforte d'Alba
- Truffles found during the hunting are not included
- Truffle Hunter Fee 40€ / person for groups of two people, 30€/ person for groups of three or more
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Monvino - Monforte d'AlbaVia Giuseppe Garibaldi, 16/A, 12065 Monforte d'Alba CN, Italy
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Meet your expert truffle hunter guide in central Monforte D'alba and start this amazing trip. The journey between the meeting point, the wood and the cellar will take you through the UNESCO vineyards of the Barolo area, discovering beautiful views and unknown roads in order to live an authentic experience. You could have the chance to see the breath taking scene of clouds descending between the hills.
1
Monvino
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
2
Langhe landscapes
1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included
3
Monforte d'Alba
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Monvino
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Most travelers can participate
- Please note that you will need your own vehicle for the tour.
- Please notify us of any dietary requirements
- "The price for the truffle hunting experience does not include the trifulao’s fee. This fee is: 40€ per person for groups of two people 30€ per person for groups of three or more The fee must be paid in cash directly to the Trifulao on the day of the experience, based on the total number of participants."
- Comfortable outdoor clothing and suitable walking shoes are recommended.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
The drive to the small town is worth it to do these two separate activities. The truffle hunting is in the forest- you need a car to drive there. It is also not included in the price so you need 30-40 Euros pp cash to pay at the end and more if you want to buy the truffle you find. It was really interesting. Then you drive back to the wine shop for wine tasting. We took the light lunch option which was definitely worth it as we were starving by then and it was not huge but delicious and definitely enough food. Had a great 3.5 hours , even in the drizzle!
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Amazing! An authentic Piedmont experience!
We were lucky enough to find a good amount of truffles! The guide was very nice, the hunter was very experienced, and the dogs were fascinating!
The wine tasting was a delightful lesson about the wines of the region. The owner of the wine shop is an extraordinary person!
My husband and I, and even my 11-year-old daughter, loved the experience.
This was a really fun outing in nature, hunting for the elusive white and black truffles with three sweet dogs and their owners. The father daughter team made the search for truffles fun to watch and to be able to hold and smell these little gold nuggets right out of the ground…priceless. Every time I eat a truffle dish, for the rest of my life, I’ll recall this wonderful morning. I’m very grateful for our translator too, fun and professional. The wine tasting with cheese and fresh hazelnuts was also very educating and enjoyable. No pressure to buy wine however the wine shop owner is so passionate about her business and the wines of her area that you’ll probably want to take some home. She can ship but we live in Europe so just drove home with our bottles which we intend to enjoy with one of the truffle we bought from our hunt at the end. Including us there were 8 people in the group. They were all very nice and we enjoyed their company which also made this experience memorable. If you love truffles and wine from this area then I’d say this is a must.
Response from Host, Oct 2026
Thank you for sharing such a lovely reflection on your experience in the Langhe. Truffle hunting is a unique way to discover the region’s culinary heritage, where the knowledge of local hunters, the extraordinary skills of their dogs and the traditions passed down through generations make every search special. We’re delighted that the encounter with the truffle hunters, together with the local wines, cheeses and hazelnuts, gave you such a memorable taste of this remarkable area. It is especially rewarding to know that this morning will stay with you whenever you enjoy a truffle dish. We hope the flavours of the Langhe bring back many happy memories for years to come.
A must experience! Learning about truffle hunting and how the dogs are trained was one of the most unique things we’ve experienced while in Italy. It definitely gives a new perspective when we are eating truffles. The husband and wife team, along with their dogs were warm, inviting and eager to ensure our group had a positive experience. Our tour guide was also wonderful! You can tell she loves her job by the enthusiasm she showed while answering our many questions. The combined wine tasting segment was also fantastic to learn about the specific wines of Monforte. The wine shop owner was informative and also eager for our group to enjoy ourselves! For anyone thinking about this experience, do it - you will have no regrets! What could be better than truffles and wine!
Response from Host, Oct 2026
Thank you so much for this fantastic review! We’re delighted that you enjoyed discovering the art of truffle hunting, learning about the dogs’ training, and meeting the warm and passionate people who make this experience so special. It’s wonderful that the guided tour and Monforte wine tasting gave you a deeper appreciation of the region’s truffles and wines. Thank you for your enthusiastic recommendation—we couldn’t agree more that truffles and wine make a perfect combination!
Such a unique and fun experience! Marina, Reno, Elio, Bruna and the dogs were fantastic. I would recommend to anyone who is traveling to this area to try it!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Grazie mille for your recommendation! We are absolutely thrilled that Marina, Reno, Elio, Bruna, and our wonderful dogs made your Truffle Hunting and Cheese, Truffle & Wine Tasting near Alba such a unique adventure. Exploring scenic hidden gems while enjoying authentic, traditional local flavors is exactly what we love. Thank you for joining our expert guides!
One of the coolest experiences we have ever done! Very authentic and true to Piedmont culture! Would highly recommend!
What a great experience! Very experienced truffle hunter and dogs, welcoming and knowledgeable interpreter, wine education and tasting was top notch. We found 8 truffles- were able to purchase one and bri g it back for an amazing dinner tonight. Would highly recommend!
The drive to the small town is worth it to do these two separate activities. The truffle hunting is in the forest- you need a car to drive there. It is also not included in the price so you need 30-40 Euros pp cash to pay at the end and more if you want to buy the truffle you find. It was really interesting. Then you drive back to the wine shop for wine tasting. We took the light lunch option which was definitely worth it as we were starving by then and it was not huge but delicious and definitely enough food. Had a great 3.5 hours , even in the drizzle!
This was an amazing experience. We found several truffles and greatly enjoyed the wine tasting. Olio and Bruno were great with the dogs. Giancarlo food a great job answering questions.
An absolutely amazing experience. We went in April which was a little wet.. however we still had a great time and found several truffles
Later in the year is meant to be the perfect time so we can’t wait to return!
The hosts were truely fantastic and we can’t recommend enough
This was a great little adventure! We learned about the art of truffle hunting from an expert, loved spending time with the puppies and enjoyed the beautiful natural landscape.
Was an amazing experience, was well accommodated.
Dogs were amazing and many truffles were found.
Will be doing it again for sure
we have been with our dog Kuno- and it was comfortable and interesting - no problem at all - we also found several truffels
we bought one and hat two meals with...
unforgotable
We had a fantastic experience from start to finish. The truffle hunting was in the woods and boots were provided if desired. It was wonderful to be in the forest and see first hand how truffles are hunted. The dogs found a dozen white truffles. Afterwards the wine tasting was so informative and Marina made it intimate. We sample 6 wines and she even let us sample another before buying. She also provided information about the region and paired cheeses. I would highly recommend this package experience
Definitely something to explore. Very well managed And very fun. Elio And his two dogs are remarkable. Over 60 years of experience. We found both white and black truffles. What a beautiful Way to spend a morning, followed up with an excellent wine tasting and information about the region. This was one of our best experiences
Following the dogs and their owner through the woods was magical. This part of Italy is steep and dense. The tree canopy kept us dry from the rain while it held a light fog. Our host had been a truffle hunter for over 60 years! The guide was an excellent translator and we learned so much. Would definitely do this again.
Learning about truffle hunting and wine making in beautiful locations was a great experience. All the wines we tried were excellent.
We were in the Emilia Romagna region and we decided at the last minute to visit the Piedmont for a day. The experience of truffle hunting seemed unique, and based on the reviews here, we took a shot at it. It was probably the best experience during our trip -- and that is a lot to say since the other places we had visited had been amazing as well.
We had even joked that we may find ourselves in someones backyard with a dog and pony show... but no, we actually went into the woods and saw the dog's ability to find and dig for truffles. Her name is Pina. It's so amazing how she could spot them. The truffle hunter was fully italian and the guide translated as he explained. Both are wonderful people.
We then went to a winery to visit and taste three wines. They were all very good. The person making the presentation even recommended a handful of great restaurants to have lunch.
My wife and I recommend this trip wholeheartedly.
Awesome experience! If you get the chance to do it, don't miss it !!! The staff was very helpful and the dogs are lovely.
That was a great experience! The tour guide , the hunter were very nice and professional. We love it! Thank you!
A must do!! Incredible authentic, experience with Veronica, Elio, and border collies Cuba and Chloe. Hunting for truffles in the Piedmont region, on Elio’s restored by hand private property, cannot get any better. A glorious walk through the forest (anticipate some hilly areas) while learning about the white and black truffle seasons and trivia ended with a fantastic wine tasting and tour at a family owned winery. We were shocked that we actually even found some truffles thanks to these superbly trained adorable hard working dogs and Elio’s years of experience as a true truffle hunter.
The truffles hunting was good but then we had a wine tasting of three wines and no tasting of local products. This makes the whole experience much too expensive
This was a once in a lifetime experience! We enjoyed learning about truffles and witnessing the hunt! The guide was very informative and the hunter very friendly along with his two dogs.
I would definitely recommend this activity.
What I would change is the wine tasting part, I think we could’ve gone to a more authentic italian winery and maybe included lunch with wine pairing.
We loved the truffle hunting. We did hike through the forest but it wasn't too strenuous or dirty (for those afraid of being outdoors without sidewalks). We are in fairly good shape. The English guide (Franchesa) was very informative and answered all our questions. The gentlemen and his dogs were pretty amazing to watch. It was about one hour or so in the woods, then up to a winery nearby for a wine tasting. It was a beautiful winery but it has one employee (the winemaker) and he was not as informative. You had about an hour at the winery touring and tasting four wines.
Be sure to read the fine print. You must provide your own transportation as you follow the guide in her car to the two places.
I really love the experience. The host is a lovely person and you will lear averything you want about the trouffles. It was one of my best experiences in Italy.
We had a great experience with Elio and his two dogs. Francesca was an amazing guide from who we learned a lot.
Great Experience! Even although we didn't travel in its main season we were still lucky to find some black & white truffle. The tour guide was excellent and the master of truffles with his 2 amazing dogs were fantastic.
Highly recommend!
very nice experience..
note that there is two hours wine tasting before the truffle hunting
the hunter the guide and the door are supper nice.
Very interesting and informative, Luna the dog was the star of the show.
Beautiful area and very knowledgeable guides and hosts. A real taste of the Langhe region. Highly recommended!
Not what we thought we had booked.
Main scope was wine tasting and selling (should only be optional as per the tour description) instead of truffles hunting. Ok, Silvano greatly explained his business, but the truffles hunting was less than 1.5 hrs. The tasting of delicacies did not happen at all … as long as they did not sell us the wine as the local delicacy …
All in all rather disappointing than exciting, and in this case way too expensive. We would not recommend to book this tour if you expect to get what is included in the description.
Response from Host, Sept 2021
hello susanne thanks for your review. We are sorry if we have not meet your expectations. However the wine tasting with snack was absolutely present as stated in the desciption ! Regarding the price you had a private English speaking guide, a winemaker and and the truffle hunter at your disposal. I am pretty sure you won't find anything similar for this price in the market.
However thanks for your suggestios, it will help us to improve our service and experience !
We had a great time with Elio and his dogs finding truffles in the forest, really wonderful experience and we learned a lot!
Wine testing was excellent, however a bit too long introduction with Silvano in the winery which was under big renovation.
The tour took more than 4 hours instead of the 3 hours planned
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