Truffle Hunt & Barolo Wine Tasting
TRUFFLE Tour from Alba with Wine Tasting
Join our private* 4-hour Truffle Hunt & Barolo Wine Tasting for a fun and informative tour departing from the town of Alba (or from your hotel).
Meet an expert tour guide and drive to the Langhe Hills where the two most treasured products of Piedmont come to life.
The first stop is in the woods near Alba for a pleasant walk with a truffle hunter and a dog. Whether it is the season for the white truffle of Alba (available from the end of September to January) or for the summer black truffles (from the end of April to September), the truffle hunt is sure to unravel the secrets of these ancient gestures.
Later, our truffle tour from Alba with wine tasting continues with a scenic drive to the aging premises of a Barolo winery set on the vineyard-clad hills of Piedmont.
Partake in a guided wine tasting led by the winery’s owner or by the winemaker and focus on Nebbiolo grapes and different types of Barolo wine.
At the end of our Truffle Hunt & Barolo Wine Tasting, guests return to Alba with memories of the decadent yet beautiful Langhe hills and its renowned truffles and wines.
* See below the paragraph THINGS TO KNOW
We were fortunate enough that Taya, the truffle hunting dog, found one black truffle, as we were told that the drought hit badly this region. Davide, the truffle hunter, and our tour guide, Marco, were informative, super friendly, and overall awesome. The experience has given me a new appreciation for truffles. Additionally, the Barolo tasting was a nice touch to round out the tour.
Tilly J. – September 2022
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TOUR Highlights
4-hour tour
From Alba or nearby hotels
Private tour, just for your party!
Meet the truffle hunter and the dog
Renowned winery and exclusive single-vineyard Barolo
Choice of Driver included OR Use your own car
DRIVER INCLUDED
A driver or a tour guide will take you around the wine region.
- 150 € per adult (from 3 to 7 adults)
- 189 € per adult (for 2 adults only)
- 40 € for kids up to 17 y.o., accompanied by two adults
USE YOUR OWN CAR
In this case, a tour guide will join your vehicle (transport not included):
- 125 € per adult (from 3 to 7 adults)
- 165 € per adult (for 2 adults only)
- FREE OF CHARGE for kids up to 17 y.o., accompanied by two adults
The rate includes:
- Private truffle hunt with the dog in the wood. Ask for rubber boots
- Boutique winery tour and tasting of 4-5 top wines. Comparison of different types of Barolo
- 4 hours with a tour guide OR driver/guide (depending on the choice of transport)
- Hotel pickup if located in Alba or surrounding areas*
The rate does not include:
- Any truffle found during the hunt
- Any entrance fee, meal, additional tasting, transfer, tips, personal expense and anything else not mentioned above in the “the rate includes” field
Truffle Hunt & Barolo Wine Tasting from Alba
Our 4-hour Truffle Hunting and Barolo Wine Tasting is a private tour from the town of Alba (or from your hotel if located within 15km).
Led by an expert tour guide, the tour explores the heart of the Langhe Hills, known for vineyard-clad slopes, hilltop towns, and breathtaking views.
The first stop is in the woods not far from Alba where guests meet the truffle hunter and the dog. An easy walk through hazelnut crops, oak, and poplar trees is an opportunity to learn about the traditions and facts behind unearthing the precious underground mushrooms.
Meet Piemonte can supply a limited number of rubber boots (to be asked at the time of booking) to walk on trails that, depending on the season, can be slippery, muddy, and uneven. Otherwise, trekking boots are recommended.
The truffle hunting is held during the season of the white truffle of Alba (from the end of September to January) and also in late spring and summer for the black truffle (Tuber Aestivum).
Tour from Alba with a Visit to a Barolo Winery
The second part of our Truffle Hunting and Barolo Wine Tasting continues with a scenic drive through the vineyards of the Langhe Hills.
The visit to the aging premises of a small winery is centered around the story of the family and the quality of the hillsides on which the Nebbiolo grapes are grown.
We partake in a premium wine tasting comparing different types of Barolo wine and appreciating different shades of flavors that Nebbiolo grapes can get.
Meet in front of the train station in Alba (Piazza Trento e Trieste)
The pickup from your hotel can be arranged within a range of 10-15km from Alba. Please ask at the time of booking.
NOTE ABOUT TRUFFLE HUNTING
- To make the truffle hunting experience more pleasant, Meet Piemonte can supply a few pairs of rubber boots, to be requested at the time of booking. Alternatively, trekking boots are suggested.
- The season of the white truffle of Alba goes from the end of September to mid January. The summer black truffle can be found from mid April.
NOTE ABOUT PRIVATE TOURS
- The tour of the wine cellar and the wine tasting may be shared with a few other guests of the winery
- Occasionally, the truffle hunt may be shared with a few other guests (max 10 guests), in order to preserve the delicate environment where truffles grow, endangered by the recent climate changes.
CANCELLATION POLICY
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour.
- Read here the full terms and conditions.
