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Private Truffle Hunting with Cooking Session

54 Reviews 4.94 out of 5 stars Based on 54 reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 98% of reviewers | Istria, Croatia
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3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Ready for a unique and memorable adventure?
Join us in the hunt for one of the most expensive ingridients in the world- black truffle.
Explore the untouched forest while watching our muzzles in action, accompanied by licenced truffle hunter who will tell you all secrets and fun facts about this istrian treasure.
Getting hungry? Don't worry!
Enjoy the cold platter with truffle products by Karlić family and afterwards join us in preparing your dish with truffles you found in the forest.
Don't miss the opportunity! Book this unique tour and surround yourself with nature, animals and scent of a homemade meals.

What's Included

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Alcoholic beverages Grandmas red & white wine, truffle liquors
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    Meeting Location

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    Paladini 14
    52420, Buzet, Croatia

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    What To Expect

    Awake your true adrenaline and visit the small village of Paladini, near Motovun, where the Karlić family has hunt truffles for three generations. Experience private truffle hunting, a unique adventure of exploring for truffles in the Motovun forest, first created by the Karlić family and already enjoyed by many visitors from all around the globe. The three-hour adventure includes a short education about Istrian truffles and their history, private truffle hunting in the green oasis of Istria accompanied by the most exquisite muzzles - truffle dogs and tasting traditional Istrian food with truffles and local products of the Karlić family. On the top of that, all visitors have an opportunity to visit the first Truffle museum in Croatia. So, book your tour and make unforgettable memories, guaranteed by Karlić truffles.

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Service animals allowed
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available

    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Truffle Hunting with Cooking Session?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-357005P2

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    What's Included

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    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Alcoholic beveragesGrandmas red & white wine, truffle liquors
    • Bottled water

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Service animals allowed
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available

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