Truffle Hunt and Wine Experience: Exquisite Taste of Istria

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Livade

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Embark on a 5-hour truffle hunt and wine experience in the stunning Istrian countryside. Join a guide and their truffle-hunting dog, indulge in delicious truffle-infused food, and visit a local wine cellar for a tasting of up to 5 wines and local ‘tapas’.

Duration: 5 hours

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Livade - you will visit Livade / “the truffle centre of the world”/ and be able to see the biggest white truffle ever found worldwide / the model of the same / 1.3 kg in weight.

What's Included

Private transportation
Complimentary bottled water
Snacks included
Comfortable in-vehicle air conditioning
All fees and taxes covered
Exclusive wine tasting at the winery

Additional Information

We’ll commence our expedition from your lodgings, transporting you through the picturesque landscapes of the Istrian countryside. Participate in the thrill of a truffle hunt led by a knowledgeable guide and his/her dog, relish the delightful taste of truffle infused dishes, capped off with an insightful visit to a local wine cellar. The winery tour is…

Location

Livade

Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings

4.9

(13 Ratings)

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Rachel_f

Sep 23, 2024

I cannot recommend this... - I cannot recommend this trip enough! Alen was a wonderful guide with a sense of humor and thorough knowledge of the history and sites! The day moved so fluidly and overall, I considered this to be a highlight of my trip to Istria!

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A_dawson7

Jul 7, 2024

Outstanding - We booked wine tasting and truffle hunting but Alan also included honey and olive oil tasting for us, we were treated to an amazing 5 star experience all day, within the most beautiful settings that you wouldn’t find on your own, with expert explanations including personal and geographical historical information, we have done many tours over the world but I will remember this for a very long time, it has made us want to come back to Istria and to see and experience more. Thank you Alan

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Andrew_d

Jul 7, 2024

Outstanding - This was a truly 5 star experience, Alan, our private guide was wonderful, he shared lots of personal and geographical history of the region, we tasted the most amazing produce in beautiful settings, a day I will remember for a long time!! Can’t recommend highly enough, worth every penny

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371julies

Jul 2, 2024

Amazing day in Istria! - We had an amazing day with Alen and his friends throughout Istria on the Truffle hunt and wine tour. Everything was magical, from the truffle hunt and meeting the dogs, to the generous portions of olive oil, wine and delicious local foods. One day is not enough, we will be back! Thank you for an enjoyable experience!

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Kara_d

May 20, 2023

Amazing tour of Istria!!! - This was such an amazing tour. Alan is wonderful and one of a kind. It was private and had such a personal touch, and we got to do and see everything we wanted, while meeting amazing people along the way. We love Istria and want to come back and do another tour with Alan! Highly, highly recommend!!

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Boonhank

May 17, 2023

For the serious foodie - our guide Alen is a force of nature. His passion and knowledge of istrian wine is immense, we were schooled on the ways of malvazia wine, and given the privilege of trying an old teran, and a plavec-teran mix, the only one ever made. the olive oil tasting was with an award winning house ! highly recommened for the serious foodie, who only expects the best. we ended the trip on a sweet note with dessert in a local konoba, in the small village he grew up in. what more does one needs ........

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Clouds608

Sep 22, 2022

Fantastic day in the country, if you have any thoughts doing this tour book it right away! - We had such a nice day. Our ride from Rovinj to Livade was month and comfortable. We were not expecting to find truffles with Nikola as we new the season was late but we loved the walk, the dogs and learning from someone who was so passionate. The rustic vineyard was fantastic, lunch was amazing. The truffle shop Figanti was authentic with fresh truffles for sale. Also, a valuable life lesson, 2 minute no audio! A lovely, day in the company of someone who loves what they do. Highly recommended

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Shannon_m

Jul 6, 2022

If you really want an authentic experience… - You know how some folks say “I’m worth it?” - well Alan IS worth it. He went above and beyond to give our family an authentic, customized Croatian experience with local wine, olive oil, truffle, and honey makers, capping it off with a truffle hunt in the forest. Alan knows so much about the history, culture and area. There wasn’t a question he couldn’t answer. Absolutely an exceptional guide!

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Madisonbs5282op

Jun 27, 2022

The Best Day!! - The best day!! Started off with truffle hunting, then moved into wine tours, honey tasting, and olive oil tasting. Lots of snacks and drinks and Alan was the absolute best host. Can not recommend enough!! 10/10 experience

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Kathleen_d

Sep 10, 2023

Enjoyable, but not private - Enjoyed the truffle excursion (a little brief), vineyards, and tour guide’s knowledge/explanations. The only concern was that I believe we paid for a private tour; yet, another couple joined us. As such, we did not actually have a private tour and we spent an additional 35-45 minutes dropping the other couple off and the end of the excursion before we were ultimately dropped off.

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From $383

up to 7 guests

1 Adult