Truffle Hunting
Day Trip from Rome
You’re an easy 2 hours from fresh Apennine Mountain air and a black truffle hunting adventure in Umbria
Truffle Hunting
The Wild Foods Truffle Hunting adventure is an easy day trip from Rome and a great way to experience some traditional culture and cuisine from the green heart of Italy, Umbria.
It’s only a 1.45 hour train trip from Rome’s Termini station to Spoleto. On your arrival to Spoleto station we’ll pick you up and drive you to our truffle hunting adventure. At the end of the tour we’ll drive you back to Spoleto station for your train ride back to Rome.
If you plan to drive here, then see our location page for instructions on how to arrive.
Truffle Hunting Day Itinerary
Depart Rome Termini station 8:02am
Catch the 8:02am train from Rome’s termini station to Spoleto. This is a regional train and you will need to book and purchase your own ticket, the train does not usually get full so there is no rush to book. Visit Trenitalia’s web site to see schedules and train booking options. We are happy to help you with any information about trains, so please don’t hesitate to write to us.
Arrival & pickup at Spoleto at 9:33am
From here you will be picked up, the station is small and very easy to meet us. It’s a scenic 30 minute ride up to the town of Pettino at 1100 meters above sea level. You are welcome to request a stop to photograph the breathtaking views of the Umbrian Valley.
Wild Foods Truffle Hunt
This is our day packed with truffle hunting and gastronomical activities including a big lunch with local villagers. See the details here.
Depart for Spoleto in time for the 4:16pm train to Rome
After your traditional Umbrian lunch in Pettino, we will drive you back to Spoleto via the scenic drive down the mountains with breathtaking views of the valley.
You will arrive to Spoleto train station in time to catch the 4:16pm regional train back to Rome. You could also catch a later train to Rome and visit Spoleto’s historic center.
Take a day trip from Rome and join us for a truffle hunting & gastronomical adventure in the spectacular Umbria
€150 per adult
(minimum 2 adults)
Children 12 years and under free of charge
(maximum 2 children free of charge per 2 paying adults)
An additional €90 will be charged (for up to 4 people) for transfers from and to Spoleto train station.
For an exclusive and private experience:
€900 for up to 6 adults and 6 children.
Each extra adult €150.
Turn your Day Trip into a mini-vacation and enjoy the Wild Foods Truffle Hunt on us. All you need to do is book two nights, all-inclusive, at the Black Truffle Lodge.