Mushroom hunting in Provence
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Mushroom hunting in Provence
By Les Pastras
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Mushroom hunting excursions are available from September 15 until November 15 (weather permitting). We will use knives and sneakers (provided). During your time in Provence you will learn how to distinguish between edible and poisonous mushrooms.
We will hunt for about 10 different varieties, including: ceps, chanterelle, golden chanterelle, mushroom hedgehog, blue stalk mushroom, Tricholoma myomyces, Saffron milk cap, white saddle, elfin saddle, and black trumpet. You'll discover the quiet, unspoiled forests of the area and enjoy the bucolic and relaxed atmosphere of Provence. You will need to be comfortable with that, you do not mind getting muddy.
Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation
Ages 2-99, max of 8 per group
Duration: 2–3 hours
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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- Basketball and knives for mushroom hunting
- an outdoorsman's breakfast, including bread, sausage, paté, tapenade, mushrooms and red wine (juice for the kids), will be served.
- an outdoorsman's breakfast, including bread, sausage, paté, tapenade, mushrooms and red wine (juice for the kids), will be served.
- Start:
- Avenue Philippe de Girard, D943, 84160 Cadenet, Franceat the bottom of Cadenet (D973), GPS coordinates: 43 ° 43'42''N and 5 ° 22'22''E
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 139655P3- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travellers can participate
- 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 8 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: 139655P3
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- DayTrip7561080 contributionsAmazing!!!This was the best thing we did in France. Highly recommend it. Our children loved it and still talk about it. The vineyard was beautiful and the food/wine delicious. Will definitely book again on our next trip.Written 27 October 2024
- Trip B0 contributionsA great experience in Provence!Johann and team did an outstanding job of educating us on the intricacies of truffle farming- really fascinating! Watching the dogs in action was really special and weloved the sampling afterwards. Exceeded our expectations!Written 12 October 2024
- KCS6170 contributionsAn Unforgettable day.This was one of the highlights of our trip from southern Burgundy to Bandol. Our host was so informative, very funny, friendly, and could not have been better. The small bites after the hint were delicious! Every aspect of this experience was handled so professionally, yet with a warm and friendly feel. Cannot recommend this enough, and if I'd had time I would've booked another experience with them in a heartbeat.Written 6 October 2024
- 74christinej0 contributionsFun fun fun!Such a fabulous place and host! I would recommend this to anyone in the area! This is not just an ordinary vineyard experience!Written 25 September 2024
- jeffreywJ503WX0 contributionsMust-do trip for anyone interested in trufflesOur truffle hunting excursion was awesome! Our guide was outstanding — well informed, entertaining, and funny. Learned a lot about truffles. Very educational. The hunt itself was fun, and the dogs were adorable. Got to hold a bunch of truffles that were found. Then we had a multi-course truffle feast. Delicious! So good, that we want to get on their mailing list for annual black truffle purchases each January. I highly recommend this experience. Well worth it. You will not be disappointed and will be delighted to share your story with friends and family. An experience of a lifetime. Bravo!Written 20 September 2024
- Red9uk0 contributionsA superb experience and funJohann is very good at what he does and is knowledgeable about the region. The grape stomping was great fun and highly recommended- a unique experience and we had a great time. He is an excellent host with a great personality and really puts a lot of fun into the experiences highly recommended. YNWAWritten 17 September 2024
- E7049AJmattd0 contributionsThe best way to experience ProvenceThis is our second time visiting Les Pastras. We did a truffle hunt ten years ago and adopted a truffle tree for our parent's 50th anniversary. We just returned after 10 years to see the tree and visit with Johann and his lovely wife. There is nothing I can say to share the true joy it was to see them again and experience the French countryside with on this provincial farm with grape vines, olive groves and truffle oaks. the views are amazing and the food is superb. They are so much fun to talk to and learn from. This is a can't miss if you want to be welcomed into a home and feel like family. Best experience of our trip! Thanks!Written 30 August 2024
- MFP-Aix0 contributionsMust do! Don't missWe signed up for Truffle hunting. What is not to love- seeing cute dogs find and dig up truffle. But there was much more! Johann our host gave us a masterclass in truffles - history, how they are grown and different types. Then you follow the dogs as they searched for truffles. After that we all sat down to taste various truffle dishes. Yum! During our tasting we were educated on how to spot fresh truffles and how to buy truffles (including truffle olive oil and salt). Thank you Johann- a day we will not soon forget. Your knowledge was invaluable and delivered in an entertaining manner.Written 23 August 2024
- M85IIalexm0 contributionsA must-do while in the areaThis was an amazing experience that I would recommend to anyone who is close to the area. Johann was incredibly knowledgeable with a great sense of humor. The insights were gained about the industry were invaluable … and most importantly, all of the truffle products were delicious!!!Written 22 July 2024
- R5998MBlisac0 contributionsSuch a blastWe had a blast at this lesson. The leader is funny, helpful and encouraging in learning pétanque We all met at a park and were greeted and made to feel welcome and at ease regardless of our experience. The lesson was punctuated by sips of rose or pastis and snacks of their homemade tapenade and pate and mushrooms. One of highlights of our trip to Provence. Highly recommend!Written 7 July 2024
- SherryA2210 contributionsFun afternoon playing pétanqueWe attended the Pétanque Lesson in Provence event by Les Pastras in August 2023. What a wonderful experience! Johann and his team provided us with a fun afternoon learning about the history of pétanque and tips for playing while enjoying Provençal snacks, wine and home made pastis. We would highly recommend this event!Written 28 September 2023
- 483meredithd0 contributionsMUST DOA wonderful, fun, educational and exciting experience! I was traveling alone in Paris and came to Provence for a couple days and signed up for this. Johann rules and will always make sure you get the best pictures and have a good time. He is personable and the tour is full of cool information. Not to mention the food afterwards was DELICIOUS! A must if you are in the area.Written 22 September 2023
- Maddcheff0 contributionsBest Culinary ExperienceThis was one of the best culinary experiences we have ever had!!! My husband is a chef and it was a must-do tour. I was going for the experience to learn and of course the dogs. I have never liked the taste of truffles so I wasn't expecting to absolutely love the freshly shaved truffes that we were so generously served. Johan is very funny and a wonderful host. He is informative, smart, engaging, and kind. He is full of passion and we respect the hard work that he and his team do. Kudos to all of you and thank you so much for this experience that we will always remember!Written 20 September 2023
- jessw2020 contributionsAbsolutely brilliant, a must visit!We did truffle hunting and it was so good we did grape stomping the same day! An absolute must. Johann is excellent and just made this an experience not to forget. If you’re in the area you must do this!Written 11 September 2023
- seanh6740 contributionsMust do tripWhat a great experience. So much fun from the start to the end. I can’t believe how inexpensive this tour is for all that’s included. Don’t miss thisWritten 29 August 2023
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exploring52 contributions
Jul 2018 • Friends
I was fortunate to join a group last year on a truffle hunt at Les Pastras. Johann explained the elusive nature of truffles, and why they use dogs for hunting. Following that, we had a live demonstration with two dogs. And, yes they found truffles! But, our morning was not over. We sampled truffles on their own, on bread and butter (yummy) and even on ice cream. Don't miss out this is a fabulous experience.
Written 6 June 2019
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Siew Hoon S
Singapore, Singapore75 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
We had an enjoyable & unusual experience with Johann when we joined him on the truffle hunt together with his dogs. It was a first hand experience in discovering how truffles are found & collected & Johann gave us insight into how to enjoy truffles with our food & champagne.
It was indeed an activity worth going for.
Singapore
It was indeed an activity worth going for.
Singapore
Written 6 June 2019
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Austin, TX2 contributions
Sept 2018 • Friends
This was a lot of fun and I also learned a lot about mushrooms. And I thoroughly enjoyed eating the mushrooms I had harvested (although several of my companions were hesitant to fully partake in the harvest.
Written 10 June 2019
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ioperate
Canmore, Canada12 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
Truffle hunting with Johann and Lisa was a great experience. I would highly recommend this to anyone who loves fine wine and truffles!
Written 5 June 2019
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