--- title: Truffle hunting near Rome with 7-course lunch lang: en type: tour city: Rome country: Italy price: 125 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.95 reviews: 98 duration_minutes: 390 languages: [en, it, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 101 of 197 (Food Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-12 data_updated: 2026-10-03 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/truffle-hunting-near-rome-with-7-course-lunch/ --- # Truffle hunting near Rome with 7-course lunch **Guidekin's take:** A truffle hunt in the countryside near Rome with a trained dog and a hunter who explains where the truffles grow, then a long lunch built entirely around fresh truffles with wine, rated 4.95 across 98 reviews. Hunt and the truffle lunch are included at €125 per person. Moderate fitness for the walk, and the listing says nothing about transport, so check. In our comparison: #101 of 197 in Food Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview During this experience you can discover all the secrets of truffle hunting, from dog training to the recognition of plants and where this precious fruit of the earth can grow. You will experience the thrill of an authentic truffle hunt and after that you will be able to taste numerous dishes filled with fresh truffles. All accompanied by an excellent wine. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Metro C Station Monte Compatri - Pantano, - Food included: Lunch entirely made with fresh truffle - Children from €125: ages 8 to 12 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €125 per person - Duration: 6h 30m - Rating: 4.95/5 from 98 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Matteo Truffle Experience - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, Italian, Spanish - Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-12 ## Reviews 4.95 from 98 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 97 of 98. - 5 stars: 96 (98%) - 4 stars: 1 (1%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 1 (1%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the dogs, truffle explanations and generous lunch; some find the forest hike more demanding than expected. **Praised:** - Watching the dogs locate and dig up truffles in the forest - Knowledgeable guides explain truffles and how hunting works - Generous homemade lunches with varied truffle dishes and wine - Warm hospitality that makes guests feel part of the family - Forest walks offer a welcome break from Rome's crowds **Complaints:** - Some describe an easy walk, while others report demanding hikes and slippery slopes Written by Guidekin from the 83 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2018-03-02 to 2026-10-01); last checked 2026-10-03. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Truffle hunting near Rome with 7-course lunch | €125 / person | English, Spanish, Italian | - | | DEFAULT2 | €125 / person | English, Spanish, Italian | DEFAULT | ## What's included - Lunch entirely made with fresh truffle ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-12 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Metro C Station Monte Compatri - Pantano, 00040 Monte Compatri, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJs8-keN59LxMRHAmsE9EznlM Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness ## Compared with other Food Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #101 of 197** | €125 | 6h 30m | 4.95 (98) | shared | | [Rome Afternoon Sightseeing Vespa Sidecar Tour with Gourmet Gelato](/italy/rome/tours/rome-afternoon-sightseeing-vespa-sidecar-tour-with-gourmet-gelato/?format=md) | €149 | 4h | 5.0 (742) | shared | | [Rome Pasta Making Class with Sauces and Wine Included (gf option)](/italy/rome/tours/rome-pasta-making-class-with-sauces-and-wine-included-gf-option/?format=md) | €85 | 3h | 4.99 (906) | shared | | [Rome: 3 Spritz Cocktails & Fresh Pasta Cooking Class](/italy/rome/tours/rome-3-spritz-cocktails-fresh-pasta-cooking-class/?format=md) | €59 | 3h | 4.98 (1838) | shared | Ranked #101 of 197 in Food Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €8 to €373, median €80; typical length 3h. 26 of 197 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/food-tours-rome/?format=md ## More in Rome - All Rome tours: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/truffle-hunting-near-rome-with-7-course-lunch/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/?format=md