---
title: Truffle Hunting Experience with Lunch in San Miniato
lang: en
type: tour
city: Florence
country: Italy
price: 200
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.91
reviews: 392
duration_minutes: 180
languages: [en]
guidekin_pick: Truffle hunt outside Florence
rank_in_category: 12 of 39 (Day Trips)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-18
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/florence/tours/truffle-hunting-experience-with-lunch-in-san-miniato/
---

# Truffle Hunting Experience with Lunch in San Miniato

**Guidekin's take:** A truffle hunt on a family property in San Miniato with a working truffle hunter, followed by lunch on the estate. The €200 per person covers the hunt, the meal and drinks for 3h; transport from Florence is not included, and food allergies must be flagged on the booking form. Rated 4.91 by 392 travellers.

In our comparison: #12 of 39 in Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Francesca is a true truffle hunter and you will meet her in the family property to discover the magic of the truffle world.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Please let us know if you wish to take…
- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- Age 8+: minimum age to join
- Non-refundable: no free cancellation

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €200 per person
- Duration: 3h
- Rating: 4.91/5 from 392 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Operator: The Truffle Hunter
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-18

## Reviews

4.91 from 392 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 383 of 392.

- 5 stars: 372 (95%)
- 4 stars: 11 (3%)
- 3 stars: 6 (2%)
- 2 stars: 1 (0%)
- 1 star: 2 (1%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise watching the dogs work, the family welcome and truffle lunch; some find the hunt too brief.

**Praised:**
- Watching trained dogs locate truffles in the woods
- Informative explanations of truffles, hunting methods and dog training
- Warm family hospitality in the hosts' home
- Homemade truffle dishes paired with local wines
- The countryside setting and character of the family villa

**Complaints:**
- Some feel the hunt is too brief compared with the time spent on lunch
- Some find the experience poor value, while others consider it worth the cost
- Some find the walk easy, while others report challenging or slippery terrain
- Getting to the farm independently can involve taxi or meeting point difficulties

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2023-05-30 to 2026-10-03); last checked 2026-10-04.

## What's included

- bevande

## Not included

- Private transportation

## Schedule

- Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-18
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

## Meeting point

Please let us know if you wish to take the train.

Time Table:
- Departure from Florence Santa Maria Novella at 9.53 a.m. 
- Arriving at San Miniato at 10.33 a.m.
We can send you a taxi to the San Miniato train station at 10:33 am. Please call us to arrange a taxi driver, the cost is € 30 per run.

Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:EjJWaWEgQ29sbGVicnVuYWNjaGksIDQsIDU2MDI4IFNhbiBNaW5pYXRvIFBJLCBJdGFseSIwEi4KFAoSCd-k6JQ9bCoTEXNSu-fEfGQaEAQqFAoSCVv_c7Y4bCoTEb8anQp3wXFv

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- IF YOU HAVE FOOD ALLERGIES THAT WE SHOULD KNOW PLEASE WRITE ON THE FORM OR CONTACT US

## Compared with other Day Trips

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #12 of 39** | €200 | 3h | 4.91 (392) | shared |
| [Small group Tuscan Wineries, Olive Oil & Gourmet Lunch or Dinner](/italy/florence/tours/small-group-tuscan-wineries-olive-oil-gourmet-lunch-or-dinner/?format=md) | €149 | 8h | 4.96 (1592) | shared |
| [Tuscany Vespa Tours Through the Hills of Chianti](/italy/florence/tours/tuscany-vespa-tours-through-the-hills-of-chianti/?format=md) | €160 | 6h | 4.99 (580) | shared |
| [SMALL-GROUP Wine Safaris: Tuscany Wine Tasting Tour from Florence](/italy/florence/tours/small-group-wine-safaris-tuscany-wine-tasting-tour-from-florence/?format=md) | €130 | 6h | 4.94 (5805) | shared |

Ranked #12 of 39 in Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €39 to €275, median €106; typical length 8h. 2 of 39 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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