Truffle Hunting with Wine Tasting
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Truffle Hunting with Wine Tasting
By TENUTA SANTA MARIA VALVERDE
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Ages 5-99, max of 12 per group
Duration: 2h 30m
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Live guide: English, Italian
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- Truffle hunt excursion with the Italian Tartufaro (seasonal)
- Guided Wine Tasting of Local Wines
- Tasting of Truffle with Fresh Pasta
- Pairing with Local food including cheeses, salami, chutney, and olive oil
- The First Truffle Hunt of Verona Province with Tenuta Santa Maria Valverde
- Start:
- Verona, VR, ItalyDepending on the type of your ticket, follow below: [Truffle Hunt]: meeting point at Tenuta Santa Maria Valverde loc. Gazzo 4 37020 Marano di Valpolicella VR [Truffle Hunt + transport]: 2 pick-up points: 10:00AM Piazzale Cadorna (Verona centre); 10:15AM Verona P.Nuova train station
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 86300P5- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This is a tour where you must be used to walking in nature
- The tour is suitable for children who can walk
- Sport clothing is required (common trekking shoes, sun protection, hat&sunglasses, sweater)
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 86300P5
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- 135gwena0 contributionsWonderful Valpolicella Winery TourWe had a wonderful time at Tenuta Santa Maria Valverde. Claudia was a wonderful host. She explained to us about the history of the winery, the Valpolicella wine regions and the different types of Valpolicella wines. We definitely learned a lot and it was great to finally know about one of our favourite wine, the Amarone. We got to taste 3 different types of wines and the owner even shared with us his delicious Grappe:) We thoroughly enjoyed our tour!Written 20 March 2025
- 763mariliar0 contributionsPlesant visitI had a visit with my mom. We were very well received, and Beatrice was super friendly and helpful. We took many pictures of the view and the place, which was nicely organized for our arrival.Written 8 December 2024
- Trip5874560 contributionsBreathtaking Views & Delicious WinesWe’ve been traveling through northern Italy for the last two weeks. We’ve had several fantastic experiences during this time. However, I would put our e-bike tour through the Valpolicella wine region at the top of our list. Ilaria was our tour guide and not only did she point out the breathtaking vistas that we saw during our ride, she also took the time to explain the interesting history that surrounds this area as well. We all enjoyed the bike tour immensely. But that wasn’t all—when we got back to the winery—Beatrice (the winemaker), took us through several of her beautifully made wines and paired them with exquisitely prepared Italian dishes. Simply put, it was an experience of a lifetime; one we all won’t forget. If you get the chance to do this e-bike tour—do it! You won’t regret it.Written 10 October 2024
- 397brittanyf0 contributionsWonderful experience with breathtaking views!The Valpolicella vineyard and wine tasting experience exceeded our expectations! The location of the vineyard was breathtaking, and we loved the charm of the private house. We learned so much about the wine making process. The Amarone wine was incredible, and we enjoyed the olive oil and cheese pairings too. The overall experience was wonderful.Written 6 October 2024
- David M0 contributionsPlease take this tour!If there is a score higher than ten, this tour deserves it! Simply one of the most memorable tour experiences ever! Everyone so friendly and knowledgeable and the care and dedication to highest quality is very apparent.Written 2 October 2024
- Diacatch0 contributionsAmazing experienceAbsolutely brilliant experience, we couldn’t recommend it more. The views are spectacular, the olive oil is unbelievably good and the hosts are knowledgable and friendly. We really enjoyed the tour and we would love to come back for the wine tasting.Written 21 September 2024
- nastjapasic0 contributionsExceptional experienceBeautiful area and the history so beautiful presented by lovely guide, than tasting 3 different wines and have a snack with the delicious olive oil, different cheeses & salami.Written 31 August 2024
- vaucian0 contributionsA wonderful experience, one we will never forget ❤️🇮🇹We visited as a couple for the wine tasting and vineyard tour, with others doing the truffle hunt. Rachele, our guide, was excellent; very knowledgeable, accommodating and her descriptions, in English, were fantastic. After a tour, we were treated to 4 of the wines produced, with bread and oil, cheeses, olives (the veggie alternative to the salami), the most wonderful sweet but spicy cherry chutney, and some almond cake. The views were spectacular and the experience one we will never forget, well worth the money. The organiser will put on a transfer from the bus stop at Piazza Cadorna, but be aware that the cost for this is 100E, split between however many take up the offer, so in our case we shared with a lovely German couple and paid 50E each couple. - tip: bring bug bite cream or spray ahead of time.Written 24 August 2024
- 871marital0 contributionsPerfectIt was perfect. You can go to Italy just for this experience! The wine was amazing and so was the view and every one working there.Written 12 August 2024
- Jim and April H0 contributionsA storybook perfect day!This tour was a dream experience! The small family-owned boutique winery is out of a story-book. We rode e-bikes (which we hadn’t done before - so fun!) while the winemaker himself shared stories of the vines and villages. It was peaceful and the perfect pace. We then shared a delicious lunch of homemade pasta with truffles while tasting their superb Valpolicella wines. The views were incredible and the whole day was perfect. I highly recommend this experience!Written 9 August 2024
- 152floriank0 contributionsThe best wine tasting tour you could ask for!I had the best wine tasting experience I have ever had. The wine tour was amazing and wonderful with Olympia being very deep in her knowledge and history behind the Valpolicella winery. The wine tasting was delicious and to know that this winery only makes 15,000 bottles a year just shows how much time and care they put into making their wine taste so good. The views are stunning and I can’t help but recommend Tenuta Santa Maria Valverde wine tour/tasting enough! I will definitely be back :)Written 19 July 2024
- carlavO4983SR0 contributionsE bike tour with wine tasting.Very good experience with family of four on e-bikes for the first time. Guided tour adapted to level of experience. Lovely views with delicious mail afterwards in the garden accompanying the wines tasting. I would recommend this to my friends.Written 12 July 2024
- Rollie W0 contributionsSo much more than we expected!Our guide and winemaker Nicola took us in what we thought would be an e-bike ride through his vineyards, but which turned out to be so much more! We learned about the strategic importance of the Valpolicella region from pre-Roman times up to today. He showed us Roman ruins found in a vineyard. He shared the techniques of how he makes his wines, and at the end of the bike tour we enjoyed a delicious lunch tasting his amazing wines in a delightful garden back at the homestead Nicola's family has lived in for 7 generations. The service and ambiance were fantastic! We thought this tour would be fun, but it far exceeded our expectations!Written 9 July 2024
- Gilbert M0 contributionsBeautiful vineyard, welcoming employeesWe loved our visit! Welcoming employees, beautiful magical surroundings and the wine tasting (and food) was amazing. We enjoyed the history of the place as well as Albertino (cute little 🐕 ) who followed us everywhere! We highly recommend!Written 11 June 2024
- danielleaO4436IK0 contributionsA must do viewing and tasting experienceWhat a lovely experience! Beautiful views, great wine and the winemaker was full of historical information about the winery and wine making in Northern Italy.Written 11 June 2024
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Alice C
4 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
A wonderful experience that immersed us in the world of wine and truffles!
We had the opportunity to meet people who were truly passionate about the territory and wine. From the first person who accompanied us on the truffle hunt (with a truly jovial and lovable dog) who followed a varied group with kindness and availability, moving on to Cecilia who conveyed to us her passion and love for this sector by giving us details precise about its processing and answering every question with precision up to the owner, we felt the dedication and all the work behind these days of tastings.
The environment is very welcoming and cared for and we were lucky enough to be in a heterogeneous but extremely friendly and open group in which we made friends right away. We are really happy to have had this experience and I highly recommend it.
We had the opportunity to meet people who were truly passionate about the territory and wine. From the first person who accompanied us on the truffle hunt (with a truly jovial and lovable dog) who followed a varied group with kindness and availability, moving on to Cecilia who conveyed to us her passion and love for this sector by giving us details precise about its processing and answering every question with precision up to the owner, we felt the dedication and all the work behind these days of tastings.
The environment is very welcoming and cared for and we were lucky enough to be in a heterogeneous but extremely friendly and open group in which we made friends right away. We are really happy to have had this experience and I highly recommend it.

Written 4 October 2023
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Grazie mille per questo splendido messaggio che è stato condiviso con tutto il nostro super staff!
Written 11 October 2023
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Mara L
1 contribution
Apr 2024 • Couples
The truffle hunting is spectacular, we had a lot of fun. The route is uphill but pleasantly enlivened by the company of the truffle owner who told us every little detail. The dog that helped us in the search for truffles was a true force of nature and very good, given the quantity of truffles found.
Super recommended experience!
Super recommended experience!

Written 29 April 2024
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Grazie mille per la tua recensione entusiastica! Siamo lieti di sapere che hai trovato la caccia al tartufo spettacolare e divertente. È sempre un piacere sentire che la compagnia della nostra tartufara e del suo cane ha reso l'esperienza ancora più speciale. Speriamo di averti presto di nuovo con noi per un'altra avventura indimenticabile!
Un caro saluto,
il nostro staff
Written 20 May 2024
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Judy b
4 contributions
Our time at the Tenuta Santa Maria Valverde was the highlight of our trip to Italy. With stunning views and the friendliest customer service, we would highly recommend this experience. We were so delighted when the lagotto found the truffle! And the homemade truffle pasta lunch and wine was delicious. We will cherish these memories.
Written 8 October 2022
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Thank you for appreciating every person and service offered by Tenuta!
Written 12 October 2022
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Kerstin H
19 contributions
We gave this truffle hunt to our friends and it was a complete success. Yesterday it took place in fine weather. Everyone was very friendly, it was explained a lot and the dogs were adorable. After a successful search there was pasta with truffles, which were very delicious. With the Vino served, the adventure ended in a very nice ambience.
The two were delighted and would definitely recommend it.
The two were delighted and would definitely recommend it.
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Written 18 January 2025
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Liebe Gäste,
vielen herzlichen Dank für Ihre wunderbare Bewertung! Es freut uns sehr zu hören, dass Sie und Ihre Freunde die Trüffelsuche und Weinverkostung bei uns genossen haben.
Die Begeisterung über das Erlebnis, die entzückenden Hunde und das Trüffelgericht bedeutet uns sehr viel. Es ist uns eine Freude, Ihnen einen unvergesslichen Tag in einer besonderen Atmosphäre bieten zu dürfen – und natürlich gehört ein guter Wein dazu! 😊
Wir hoffen, Sie bald wieder bei uns begrüßen zu dürfen – vielleicht für ein neues Abenteuer oder eine weitere Trüffelsuche!
Herzliche Grüße,
Ihr Team von Tenuta Santa Maria Valverde
Written 20 January 2025
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Jakub J
4 contributions
Jul 2022
It was an amazing experience! Our children were totally obsessed with the dogs - so friendly and calm. The views throughout the journey were also outstanding. Our hosts were very proffesional, helpful and they told us many interesting things about the vineyard, wines and about the whole region. Wine Tasting in the end was like a cherry on top ;)
Written 16 July 2022
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Thank you for saying this about us.
It is very important that our guests feel at home.
We are committed to meeting and getting to know each of our visitors individually.
In this way you have an intimate experience with us, with a local.
Just like this you can discover and appreciate our handmade wines!
See you next time in Italy thanks!
Written 17 July 2022
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Family R
3 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
From the moment you arrive to every minute you spend in Santa Maria Valverde - it is time filled with knowledge, beauty and wonderful tastes.
The truffle hunting experience is made special by three things: a very knowledgeable host, fantastic lively and hard working dog (Brozie) and the pasta you have afterwords with the truffles. Nothing is too much for the family who run this vineyard: from delicious food to mini lessons in wine making to the tour of the Amarone prosecution. The wine itself is out of this world. You learn a lot, you laugh a lot and you spend every minute in the most friendly and beautiful atmosphere.
Special thank you to Cicillia (it was her second day working) who gave us a wealth of knowledge about the love and care that goes into making the wine. Cicillia-you were great!
Thank you all very much for an experience that will stay with us for years to come!
The truffle hunting experience is made special by three things: a very knowledgeable host, fantastic lively and hard working dog (Brozie) and the pasta you have afterwords with the truffles. Nothing is too much for the family who run this vineyard: from delicious food to mini lessons in wine making to the tour of the Amarone prosecution. The wine itself is out of this world. You learn a lot, you laugh a lot and you spend every minute in the most friendly and beautiful atmosphere.
Special thank you to Cicillia (it was her second day working) who gave us a wealth of knowledge about the love and care that goes into making the wine. Cicillia-you were great!
Thank you all very much for an experience that will stay with us for years to come!
Written 13 October 2023
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Thank you for this great review, come back again soon!
Written 17 October 2023
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Lisa S
4 contributions
Jul 2020
Absolutely amazing day with Jacopo and his family!
The vineyard is stunning, and the wine just wonderful. We were sitting out on the terrace looking out over the hills of Valpolicella, and Jacopo and the owner Nikola gave us explanations about the wine after giving us a tour of the wine making facilities.
The family was super flexible, for instance one of our friends is vegan so they made the gorgeous truffle meal vegan for him. The communication with the hosts was great beforehand.
We went home with some bottles for ourselves and family and amazing memories. We would highly recommend this tour!
The vineyard is stunning, and the wine just wonderful. We were sitting out on the terrace looking out over the hills of Valpolicella, and Jacopo and the owner Nikola gave us explanations about the wine after giving us a tour of the wine making facilities.
The family was super flexible, for instance one of our friends is vegan so they made the gorgeous truffle meal vegan for him. The communication with the hosts was great beforehand.
We went home with some bottles for ourselves and family and amazing memories. We would highly recommend this tour!
Written 8 July 2020
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Dear Lisa, thanks for your great feedback! We were happy to meet your vegan friend's needs 😃
We also have your group photo on terrace so nice!
We hope to meet you again in the future😘
Written 14 July 2020
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SABRINA M
2 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
Wonderful morning in the nature of Valpolicella in search of summer truffles. Special thanks to Ilaria, the guide who accompanied us with professionalism and kindness and to her dog who "discovered" the truffles :)
The wine tasting part paired with truffles was the icing on the cake!!!!
Thank you!!!
The wine tasting part paired with truffles was the icing on the cake!!!!
Thank you!!!

Written 23 September 2023
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Grazie Sabrina per averci scelto in Valpolicella, per autenticità ed originalità!
Written 11 October 2023
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Jon M
Paisley, UK8 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
An amazing trip - highly recommend!!! The vineyard and the line were amazing and the hosts awesome as well. The wine and food were awesome and the hike and truffle hunt were equally amazing.
We recommend you take this trip! We were staying in Verona at the time and this was exceptional!
We recommend you take this trip! We were staying in Verona at the time and this was exceptional!
Written 10 July 2023
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Thank you for this wonderful review! It makes us very proud and satisfied with our work!
Written 11 July 2023
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paolo a
Padenghe sul Garda, Italy3 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
A very pleasant experience, in a charming environment. The explanations provided are interesting both on wines and viticulture in general, and on truffles and dogs. Pleasant walk through vineyards and groves without the slightest "difficulty" during which it was possible to see the dogs in action... a real gem of the day. Excellent lunch and excellent wines in the courtyard of a rural villa... all very charming. Very well trained staff, very helpful and...welcoming.

Written 16 October 2023
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Grazie per questa simpatica e positiva recensione!
Written 17 October 2023
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My daughter and I would love to do this but we arrive in Verona on Monday the 2/9 and leave wed 4/9. Is it possible?
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Written 24 July 2019
Dear Brenda, yes we can do it! Please send me a WhatsApp message at +393477080453 and we can set details of your experience. Have a nice day, Jacopo
Written 25 July 2019
I noticed this activity looking through things to do. We are staying in Lake Garda but plan a day trip to Verona that would include the opera. Is this something we could do during the morning, before sightseeing in Verona and then the opera? Thank you!
Written 16 April 2019
Hi RoseAnn, it could be a good opportunity to immerse yourself in nature and relax with a glass of Amarone wine, some local foods and, of course, truffles! The experience starts at 10:00 AM from Verona centre so you'll have plenty of time to visit Verona in the afternoon before the opera.
Since TripAdvisor does NOT notify me the questions you leave here, please contact me via WhatsApp at +393477080453.
Thanks, best regards.
Jacopo
Written 17 April 2019
Hi, as TripAdvisor does NOT notify us the questions that you leave here, please send us your question via WhatsApp at +393477080453. Best regards, Jacopo
Written 15 April 2019
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