About this tour
Hunt for truffles in Campania's Monti Picentini mountains on this 8.5-hour private outing from Positano. You'll trek through woodland with a trained hunter and his dogs, learning how they locate these prized fungi, then taste freshly dug truffles with cheese. The afternoon shifts to a leisurely three-course lunch featuring regional dishes, paired wines, coffee and digestif at a local restaurant. Hotel transfers included.
Highlights
- Follow working truffle hunter and scent dogs through mountain forest
- Taste freshly excavated truffles paired with artisan cheese
- Walk slopes of Mt Terminio in Monti Picentini range
- Three-course lunch with regional specialities and Italian wine
- Private guide throughout; hotel pickup and drop-off included
What to expect
Expect a moderately demanding half-day hike through woodland terrain. The truffle hunter will demonstrate how his dogs detect the fungi beneath leaf litter, then excavate them carefully. You'll sample the raw truffles with cheese and learn the practical realities of the trade—it's less romantic, more methodical. The forest walk offers mountain views and quiet moments to absorb the landscape. After returning to base, you'll settle into a restaurant for a proper sit-down meal with courses, wine service, and traditional closure (coffee, liqueur). Dress warmly and wear sturdy walking shoes; the mountain can be cool and damp.
Good to know
This tour demands solid fitness; steep or uneven ground isn't suitable for those with heart or mobility concerns. Bring water and snacks if prone to hunger between hunt and lunch. Notify the operator of dietary requirements at booking. Wear layers and waterproof footwear. Gratuities aren't included.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.