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Truffle Hunting in San Miniato in Tuscany with Tasting

Recommended by 100% of travelers
Lucca, Italy
  • 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    Sample Menu

    Starter

    Tasting of white truffle products

    Pecorino with truffle, white truffle honey, white truffle oil and butter, parmesan and white truffle cream, and much more

    What's Included

    • Tour in the woods in search of truffles with dogs for 1-1.5 hours
    • Snacks
      Tasting of truffle products with a glass of local wine

      Meeting and Pickup

      You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

      Pickup point

      • Stazione San miniato
        Piazza della Stazione, 56028 San Miniato PI, Italy

        In case travelers do not have a car to reach the meeting point we can welcome them at the train station

      Pickup details

      If picking up from San Miniato-Fucecchio Train Station, please specify this with a message on Viator chat immediately after Reservation. The number of passengers and the departure station must be specified. Unless previously specified, the withdrawal cannot be made and it will be assumed that you will reach the meeting point of the experience independently.

      or

      Meeting point

      • Via Massaua, 158, 56028 San Miniato PI, Italy

        Park in front of the gate and call or ring the intercom

      End point

      This activity ends back at the meeting point.

      What To Expect

      Additional Info

      • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
      • Not wheelchair accessible
      • Service animals allowed
      • Near public transportation
      • Infants must sit on laps
      • Most travelers can participate
      • Please bring boots, hiking shoes, sports clothing and bug spray
      • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 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

      Victoria_M
      This was such a unique experience I would absolutely do again! to hang out with Leonardo and his dog for an hour running around the forest searching for truffles was so much more fun than I expected. He told us a lot of information we otherwise wouldn’t have ever known, and at the end treated us with tastes of truffle dips, sausage, cheese, and even honey! It was delicious, we had to leave with some. He picked us up from the train station and also provided train times to help coordinate transportation from and back to Florence. Wonderful experience I hope to do again one day. Kudos to Leonardo and his wonderful truffle dogs :)

      Reviews

      5.0
      based on 36 reviews
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      Leonardo is amazing! His...

      George_D, Jul 2026
      Leonardo is amazing! His passion for truffle hunting with his dogs and his willingness to share his knowledge makes him an exceptional host. He kept us entertained and taught us at the same time. It was the fastest two hours and forty five minutes of our three week Tuscan vacation. His ability to keep three generations involved at the same time is exceptional. The BEST!

      Response from Host, Jul 2026

      Ciao George! What can I say? I can only thank you for these wonderful words! Having guests like you is the greatest satisfaction I could ever experience! Thank you so much, and I truly hope you'll come back to visit me again! Leonardo

      5+ Stars!

      Nanci_W, Jun 2026
      Truffle hunting with Leonardo and Ahi was a true highlight of our three weeks in Italy. What a very special experience! 5 stars is not enough.

      Response from Host, Jun 2026

      Ciao Nanci! Thank you so much for the wonderful review! I hope to see you again soon! You're welcome! Leonardo

      Absolutely amazing...

      Kyle_M, Apr 2026
      Absolutely amazing experience. Spending the morning with Leonardo and Aki was definitely a trip highlight!

      Response from Host, Apr 2026

      Ciao Kyle! Thank you so much for this review! I hope to see you again soon! Leonardo

      Such an amazing and...

      Brianne_F, Oct 2025
      Such an amazing and unique experience, and Leonardo was very kind and knowledgeable! Definitely recommend!

      Response from Host, Feb 2026

      Ciao Brianne! I really hope I can meet you again! Thanks for everything! Leonardo

      If you see this review, don’t think. Just Go!!!

      Timothy_C, Oct 2025
      Best experience of the whole Italy trip. It was a once in a lifetime experience. Not many people will get to experience this in their life. We got picked up at the train station from Leonardo than went to his house to pick up the hunting dog. We then went into the Tuscany forest to hunt for truffles. We found 2 white truffles which are more rare and 1 black truffle. We learned the history and got to experience walking through the forest and the dog finding a truffle and Leonardo rigging it out. Than we went back to his house and had some truffle delights on bread. It was probably the best experience of my life. My gf, Katie and I, loved every moment of it. 10/10 recommend.

      Response from Host, Oct 2025

      I believe that a person who does what he loves is not just work. I am sure of this when a person leaves a review like this. Thank you very much! Leonardo

      Unlike any other experience!

      Victoria_M, Apr 2025
      This was such a unique experience I would absolutely do again! to hang out with Leonardo and his dog for an hour running around the forest searching for truffles was so much more fun than I expected. He told us a lot of information we otherwise wouldn’t have ever known, and at the end treated us with tastes of truffle dips, sausage, cheese, and even honey! It was delicious, we had to leave with some. He picked us up from the train station and also provided train times to help coordinate transportation from and back to Florence. Wonderful experience I hope to do again one day. Kudos to Leonardo and his wonderful truffle dogs :)

      Response from Host, Apr 2025

      Hi Victoria! It was so nice to meet you and lead you into the forest with my faithful dog Aki! I hope to see you again! Leonardo

      Wonderful experience

      james_p, Mar 2025
      Leonardo is a kind man who clearly is passionate about all things tartufo. We had an amazing experience with one of his dogs in beautiful Tuscan countryside forest. Learned so much about the truffle ecosystem. Found more than a dozen and sampled great products back at his home. Easy pick up and drop off from the local train station. Highly recommend!

      Response from Host, Apr 2025

      Hello James! I hope to meet you again!! Thanks for everything! Leonardo

      Amazing Truffle Hunting Experience!

      Nawaf_A, Feb 2025
      Our truffle hunting tour was fantastic! Mr. Leonardo is knowledgeable, engaging, and made the experience truly special. Watching the trained dogs find truffles was incredible, and the tasting session afterward was a delicious treat. Highly recommend this unique adventure!

      Response from Host, Apr 2025

      Hi Nawaf! Thank you very much for the review! It was a great pleasure to have hosted you! See you soon! Leonardo

      A must do!

      Sarah_M, Oct 2024
      Amazing experience! The guide was a true gem and was very educational. One of our favorite activities in Tuscany! The dogs w

      Response from Host, Apr 2025

      Thank you so much for the beautiful words! See you soon! Leonardo

      Wow! A white truffle. And so much more.

      Brenda_V, Oct 2024
      Truly a magnifico afternoon. Leo lead us through the woods with his faithful guide dog Ake. We arrived at the shoulder season of black and white truffles and found both! If only we could capture the smell. Afterwards, we were treated to hand crafted artisanal treats like truffle butter and oil. Leo produces small batch products for purchase. The final treat is you are close to the charming San Miniato and can enjoy dinner and gelato.

      Response from Host, Apr 2025

      The smell of truffle is incredible! We really can't get enough of it! Thank you so much for the review! Leonardo

      Nice Experience!!

      Mengpin_W, Jul 2026
      This truffle hunting trip was absolutely one of the best and most highly recommended experiences I had in Italy!If I could rate it, I would definitely give it 10 stars; it is a shame that 5 stars is the maximum. Leonardo was a very passionate, professional, and humorous guide who filled the entire trip with laughter and taught us a lot about truffles and local culture.The most amazing part was the truffle dog, Roy; watching him use his keen sense of smell to find truffles really made us gasp, and every discovery was incredibly exciting. This was not just a truffle hunt, but an experience full of knowledge, joy, and nature, and it is one of the most precious memories of my trip to Italy.Thank you so much to Leonardo and Roy for giving us such a perfect day; I will definitely recommend this to everyone traveling to Italy! --- This truffle hunting experience was easily one of the absolute highlights of my trip to Italy! If I could rate it, I would gladly give it 10 stars—it's just a shame that 5 stars is the highest score available. Leonardo was an outstanding guide—friendly, knowledgeable, passionate, and full of energy. He made the entire experience enjoyable while teaching us so much about truffles and the local traditions. The real star, of course, was Roy, the incredible truffle dog. Watching Roy expertly sniff out truffles in the forest was fascinating, and every discovery felt exciting. This was much more than a tour. It was a unique experience filled with nature, learning, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Thank you, Leonardo and Roy, for making this such a special day. I will recommend this experience to everyone who visits Italy! --- This truffle hunting experience was without a doubt one of the best moments of my trip to Italy! If it were possible, I would give it 10 stars, but unfortunately the maximum is 5. Leonardo is an exceptional guide: knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate. He made the whole experience fun and interesting, helping us discover so many things about truffles and local traditions. The real star, however, was Roy, a truly extraordinary little dog. Watching her find truffles with her incredible sense of smell was exciting, and every discovery filled us with enthusiasm. It wasn't just an excursion, but an authentic experience, full of emotions, nature, and unforgettable memories. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, Leonardo and Roy, for this perfect day. I will definitely recommend it to anyone who comes to visit Italy!
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      Tour with Leo and his dog, just mega!

      Julia_H, Sep 2025
      It was a wonderful experience. Leo is super nice and has shared a lot of interesting information about truffles and their search. We could ask anything and you could feel how much he likes nature and searching. The loyal dog companion did a perfect job. We found several truffles during the tour. Just thrilled!
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      Response from Host, Oct 2025

      What a pleasure to feel so interested in truffles and nature! Thank you so much for the wonderful review! Leonardo

      ¡UNA EXPERIENCIA REALMENTE MEMORABLE!

      Ivonne_B, Jul 2024
      Salir a "cazar" trufas en San Miniato fue una experiencia realmente memorable de principio a fin. Sentí tremenda emoción al poder sumergirme en un bosque de la Toscana y ver cómo Leonardo y su perro Kai colaboraban para detectar y sacar de la tierra el preciado "oro negro". En el trayecto, él nos fue explicando muchos detalles interesantes sobre esta variedad de hongo tan apreciada en el mundo culinario por su distintivo aroma y su sabor. Luego, pudimos degustar los productos que Leonardo elabora bajo su marca Tuscany Flavour. En especial me disfruté mucho la miel trufada y el aceite de oliva con tartufi. Y como si fuera poco, el anfitrión nos buscó en su auto a la estación de tren y al finalizar, nos regresó para continuar nuestra aventura en la Toscana. Grazie mille, Leo.

      Response from Host, Apr 2025

      Thank you! It was a pleasure to explain to you everything I know about the world of truffles! Grazie mille Ivonne Leonardo

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