Private Alba Truffle Hunting
Alba Truffle Hunting In ITALY’S Piedmont
Join our Private Alba Truffle Hunting for a unique experience featuring a skilled hunter and a specially trained truffle hunting dog, unraveling the secrets, history, and gestures of this age-old tradition.
At the end celebrate with an informal food tasting in the woods and a toast with the hunter!
In contrast to our Truffle Hunting and Barolo Wine Tasting Tour, which is necessarily set between Alba and the Barolo wine region, the Private Alba Truffle Hunting tour can take place in the woodlands of the Langhe, Roero, and Monferrato Hills in southern Piedmont. Depending on availability, our hunter may be located within a 45-minute drive from the actual town of Alba.
Recognizing that Alba is not the only area where white truffles thrive, we have handpicked experienced truffle hunters who manage private truffle woods, often passed down through generations, situated in areas away from agricultural or industrial development. By booking our Private Alba Truffle Hunting, you can explore Piedmont’s countryside, where the pristine environment fosters natural truffle growth, all while enjoying a fun and engaging walk through the woods.
This informative tour covers all aspects of truffles, including soil composition, climate, trees, dog training, and much more.
We conclude the truffle hunting tour with a tasting of local traditional products sourced from nearby farms, including salami, cheese, and a glass of wine. Depending on availability, the tasting might feature a fried egg topped with freshly shaved truffles or truffle-enhanced condiments served on bread.
Our truffle hunting in Italy’s Piedmont region is not staged, meaning there are no guarantees for finding truffles. Depending on the season, the focus may be on the Alba white truffle (Tuber Magnatum Pico), which can be foraged from October to January, or the summer black truffle (Tuber Aestivum), whose season opens in April.
Before booking, we recommend reading our Ultimate Guide to Truffle Hunting in Alba for a comprehensive list of frequently asked questions. More useful information is available on our blog Alba’s White Truffle Price, Preservation, and Consumption
Last weekend we had fantastic truffle hunting experience arranged for us by MeetPiemonte. Alessandra from MeetPiemonte, who was our translator, is a very open, knowledgeable person. Together with professional truffle hunter – sorry, forgot his name 🙁 – they helped us to understand the region, truffle hunting tradition and most importantly experience the action :). And we were lucky – Perla (name of the dog) found BIG truffle – 120g!!! Absolutely postive experince, highly recommended! And it was one of the most reasonable offer in terms of price. Thank you Alessandra and MeetPiemonte!
Anton P. – November 2018
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TOUR Highlights
About 2.5 hours with a Truffle Hunting Dog
Privately Owned Truffle Woodland
Traditional Food Tasting and a Glass of Wine
Limited Number of Rubber Boots Available
ON REQUEST
- 2 adults: 160€ per person
- 3 adults: 120€ per person
- 4 adults: 100€ per person
- Private hunt for larger groups: please inquiry via email at info@meetpiemonte.com
- 20€ for kids up to 12 y.o. (accompanied by two adults)
This Private Alba Truffle Hunting can take place within 45 minutes by car from Alba.
The exact location will be confirmed at the time of booking and it depends on the hunter’s availability.
The specific address and directions to meet the truffle hunter will be then provided after payment is received.
There is always space to park your car. Private drivers can be booked for an additional cost which depends on the location of your accommodation. Please inquiry at the time of booking.
Before booking, we recommend reading our Ultimate Guide to Truffle Hunting in Alba for a comprehensive list of frequently asked questions.
More useful information is available on our blog Alba’s White Truffle Price, Preservation, and Consumption.
Be ready to walk and stand for about 90 minutes on uneven surfaces that may be occasionally muddy or dusty. In dry weather, sneakers are sufficient, although trekking boots are always recommended. For rainy days, a few pairs of rubber boots are available, to be requested at the time of booking.
The food tasting cannot be considered a full meal; it can be served in a cabin in the woods, in a farmhouse, or in other rustic settings. Usually, seats are available to enjoy the tasting, although there is no restaurant service. It is a convivial gathering with the truffle hunter.
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the tour.
Read here the full terms and conditions.
The rate includes:
- Truffle hunting with the hunter and the dog
- Food tasting in the woods (cheese, salami, appetizers or truffle condiments, wine and water). The tasting is not a meal
The rate does not include:
- Transport to/from the wood (please inquiry to add a driver)
- Truffles found during the hunt (can be bought from the hunter with the price of the day)
- Any tastings, meals, tips, personal expense and anything else not mentioned above in the field “the rate includes”.
