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Truffle Hunting Tour: Cook & Taste in Istria!

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Overview

Quotes Logo The Truffle Hunting & Cooking Tour takes place in the small village of Paladini, near Motovun. For three generations, the Karlić family has been hunting truffles here. This tour offers a unique, three-hour adventure exploring for truffles in the Motovun forest. The Karlić family created this experience, and visitors from around the world have enjoyed it.

The adventure includes learning about Istrian truffles and their history. Guests taste traditional Istrian food with truffles and local products from the Karlić family. They also get to hunt for truffles in the green heart of Istria, guided by trained truffle dogs. You can also do a night truffle hunt, which starts with a truffle tasting as the sun sets. The tour also includes the opportunity to visit the first Truffle museum in Croatia.

Book this tour for unforgettable memories, guaranteed by Karlić truffles. This experience is a walking tour that combines food, cooking, and cultural elements, perfect for small groups and those interested in local cuisine and traditions. Quotes Logo

Highlights

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Hunt for Truffles: Join trained dogs and their handlers to find hidden truffles in the forest.

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Taste Local Flavors: Enjoy traditional Istrian food and drinks featuring fresh truffles.

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Learn About Truffles: Discover the history and secrets of Istrian truffles from local experts.

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Visit Truffle Museum: Explore the first Truffle museum in Croatia

Sentiment Analysis

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Customers generally rave about the engaging truffle hunt, delicious food, and beautiful scenery, making it a memorable experience for all ages. However, some wished the hunt was longer or yielded more truffles. Quotes Logo

  • Positive Highlight Icon Guests loved hunting truffles with friendly and knowledgeable guides.

    Positive Highlight Icon Many enjoyed the delicious truffle-based food and wine tastings.

    Positive Highlight Icon Visitors highlighted the beauty of the Istrian forest and countryside.

    Positive Highlight Icon Children and families had a great time participating in the hunt.

  • Negative Highlight Icon Some found the truffle hunt duration short.

    Negative Highlight Icon A few mentioned the difficulty in finding many truffles.

The Journey

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Paladini

A small village near Motovun, known as the home of the Karlić family, who have been truffle hunting for three generations. It serves as the starting point for the truffle hunting adventure.

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Motovun Forest

A green oasis in Istria where truffle hunting takes place. It is known for being rich in truffles, which are hunted with the help of trained truffle dogs.

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Truffle Museum

The first truffle museum in Croatia, where visitors can learn more about truffles, their history, and their significance in Istrian cuisine.

Know Before You Go

This experience includes bottled water, lunch, alcoholic beverages, and sometimes breakfast. It does not include anything outside of that list. Please confirm pickup and drop-off details directly with the tour operator.

Hot Tip

Wear comfortable shoes for walking in the forest, and be prepared for uneven terrain. Bring a camera to capture the beautiful scenery and truffle hunting experience. Also, consider booking the night truffle hunt for a unique and captivating sunset view.

From €120 Price

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