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Istria - Truffles: Hunting & Cooking & Tasting, Slovenia

5.0(54)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 54 reviews3 hFree cancellationBy IstraTerra, experiences in Istria
Truffle hunting

About this activity

Jump into incredible truffle hunting adventures with a professional. Discover the mysterious world of the pearl of Istria. Get to know the recipe for the best dish with truffles. Typical Istrian pasta "fuži" with truffles, a glass or two :) of excellent Istrian Malvasia wine, and good company ... priceless! If you stay in Piran, Portorož, or Koper it is almost a "must do".

Culinary chefs highly prize the Istrian truffle. Let's uncover its secrets: how it is searched, why they use dogs for hunting, what varieties of truffles we know, why the price is sky-high, the history of (forbidden) hunting in Istria, and other facts.

After the exhilarating hunt, your experience culminates in cooking a traditional Istrian pasta “fuži”, lovingly enriched with fresh truffles. Paired with a glass of Istrian Malvasia you will learn how to recognize fresh truffles from its imitations ... and enjoy under the pergola of the Istrian homestead.

Come as a guest, leave as a friend.

What's included

  • ✓Typical Istrian pasta "fuži" with truffles
  • ✓Tips and trics how to recognize a dish with fresh truffles (instead with its imitations)
  • ✓Demonstration of cooking of truffle dish
  • ✓... relaxing under the pergola of the Istrian homestead - priceless
  • ✓Taxes, organizational, insurance, commission and implementation costs of the trip.
  • ✓Welcome truffle snacks: white and black truffle pate, cheese and salami with truffles
  • ✓Educational tour of truffle hunting with professional hunter and the dog
  • ✓Istrian Malvasia & non-alcoholic beverage

Not included

  • ✕Tip (optional but welcome at your choice)
  • ✕Transfer to/from location

Meeting and pickup

  • The tour starts at the bus stop in the village of Gažon. Your host will be waiting there. There is a parking lot for your car. You can come by bus from Koper.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Small group - a maximum of 8 people per group.
  • A small amount of walking is involved.
  • Your dog is welcome, but please make sure it does not disturb the truffle-hunting dog at work. When booking, let us know if your dog will join us.
  • The minimum alcohol-drinking age is 18 years.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended.
  • Part of the activity takes in the forest. In warm weather, we recommend protection against insects (they are not dangerous, only a bite is itchy).
  • Children under 7 are free of charge, but "no food, no drink".
  • The activity cooperates with (sometimes capricious) Nature, so there may be changes. But don't worry, we'll do our best and let you know in time.
  • The whole event (hunting & cooking & tasting) is carried out in Slovenian Istria in the hinterland of cites Koper, Izola, Piran, Portorož and Ankaran.
  • Please advise any specific food restrictions at time of booking (subsequent on-site adjustments are difficult to implement).

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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