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Istria - Truffles: Hunting & Cooking & Tasting, Slovenia
Koper, Slovenia
3 hours
Food & Drink
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Good for Groups
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Family Friendly
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Walking Tours
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Outdoor Exploration
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Conscious
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Excursions
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What You Will Do
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.
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
What's Not Included?
- Tip (optional but welcome at your choice)
- Transfer to/from location
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
The tour starts at the bus station 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 - timetable
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Gazon
The Istrian village, hidden from the tourist crowds, unspoiled nature, typical Istrian architecture, breathtaking views, and authentic essences of Istria. In this magical environment we will look for truffles.
Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: IstraTerra, experiences in Istria.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Service animals allowed
- 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).
Guide Options
- Guide - English
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