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Black Truffle Hunt, Foie Gras & Wines with Budapest Pickup

Location Budapest, Hungary, Europe
$262.90
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

A premium small-group countryside experience rooted in George’s family black truffle tradition, with Budapest pickup and drop-off included. Head into the forest with a local truffle hunter and trained dogs to search for real black truffles and see how they’re carefully found and harvested. Afterwards, return to a 17th-century watermill for a gourmet foie gras & black truffle tasting with bubbles, then continue to two authentic Etyek wineries for local wines and a traditional Hungarian lunch.

• Welcome sparkling-wine at a 17th-century watermill
• Authentic truffle hunt with a local hunter & trained dogs
• Gourmet tasting you won’t find elsewhere: Foie gras “nature,” foie gras with black truffle & Tokaji Aszú, and truffle butter with fresh truffle, paired with bubbles.
• Etyek: winemaker-guided tasting (4–5 wines) + cellar peek
• Traditional Hungarian lunch at one of Etyek’s oldest wineries paired with more wine (3-4 wines)
• Budapest pickup & drop-off included.
• Complimentary souvenir
Black Truffle Hunt, Foie Gras & Wines with Budapest Pickup
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 6 hours

  • Sparkling welcome plus 8-10 different wines in total, handpicked by the winemaker (and yes… extra pours might happen).
  • Authentic Black Truffle Search With a Local Hunter and Trained Dogs
  • We’ll also enjoy fresh pogácsa during the tour, a classic Hungarian snack that’s buttery, bite-sized, and great with wine.
  • Bottled water
  • We’ll sit down to an authentic lunch at a family winery, cooked in their own kitchen and served with views of the vines.
  • Budapest Pickup & Drop-off Included
  • Foie gras “nature,” signature foie gras with black truffle & Tokaji Aszú, and truffle butter topped with fresh truffle.

Meeting point
We’ll meet outside the main entrance at Al Habtoor Palace Budapest, Preferred Hotels & Resorts,, Hungary . I’ll be easy to spot. I’ll have the infamous white "Experiences by George" bag over my shoulder and a bald head with a cool beard.
Return details
We’ll meet outside the main entrance at Al Habtoor Palace Budapest, Preferred Hotels & Resorts,, Hungary . I’ll be easy to spot. I’ll have the infamous white "Experiences by George" bag over my shoulder and a bald head with a cool beard.

  • Elizabeth Square
    Pickup at Al Habtoor Palace Budapest, Preferred Hotels & Resorts (Erzsébet tér 9–10, Once the group is together, we’ll board the minivan and head to Etyek (about 40 minutes), after a quick briefing on the plan and timings.
  • Etyek
    Arrive to a sparkling-wine welcome at a 17th-Century historic watermill. Hear how truffle traditions meet Hungarian hospitality in this unique setting; great spot for photos.
  • Etyek
    Head into the forest(By the mill, easy to walk) with a licensed local truffle hunter and his trained dogs for a genuine search. Along the way, we’ll show you how the dogs are prepared and handled, how to “read” the terrain and trees, and the etiquette of a respectful hunt. We’ll also share the traditions of black truffle hunting in Hungary and give a clear, guest-friendly overview of the key rules when searches are allowed, where and with whose permission, and how responsible, legal truffle hunting is done in practice.
  • Etyek
    Gourmet Tasting (mill tasting area) Savor classic “nature” foie gras, our signature foie gras with black truffle & Tokaji Aszú, and truffle butter crowned with fresh truffle - paired with more bubbles. Light bites included. We’ll also explain how to use black truffle in the kitchen, with practical tips on selecting, storing, shaving, and finishing dishes to capture the aroma.
  • Etyek
    Etyek Family Presshouse (Winemaker-Led) Short countryside drive to Etyek(10 min). Enjoy a tasting of 4–5 locally made wines presented by the winemaker, hear the presshouse story, and visit the cellar; extra snacks if the wines come in strong.
  • Etyek
    Next, we head to a second winery stop, one of Etyek’s oldest, history-rich wineries - where you’ll sit down to a traditional Hungarian lunch prepared on site and paired with the winery’s own wines. Expect vineyard views and a relaxed, unhurried pace.
  • Budapest
    Comfortable drive back to the original meeting/drop-off point in central Budapest.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Black Truffle Hunt, Foie Gras & Wines with Budapest Pickup

    Location Budapest, Hungary, Europe
    $262.90
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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