Truffle hunting in France

Plutarch believed they were mud cooked by lightning, Juvenal that they were the product of thunder and rain and Pliny that they were nature's greatest miracle.  Elizabeth David said they were the most delicious of foods anywhere and Brillat-Savarin that 'without truffles there can be no truly gastronomic meal.' The mystique around the truffle continues, in its nebulous way, to intrigue.

Active holiday specialists Outdoor Travel, based in Bright, Victoria offer a five day tour ideal for you to become acquainted with the mysterious and gastronomically fantastic fungus as perhaps you never have before.

Based in quality accommodation in the Quercy region near the Lot & Dordogne Valleys, the itinerary concentrates on three subjects: the hunting of truffles, the cooking and eating of truffles, and the buying of truffles.

This is an opportunity to make your own truffled foie gras and share a precious gastronomic moment with friends.

Pay a visit the world famous truffle market at Lalbenque after a seven course truffled brunch cooked by a top chef.

The weather in February can be glorious.  Cold and crisp with perfect blue skies just the perfect skies to go hunting truffles 'à la mouche'.  We do plan to do some easy walking but should we get inclement weather we are well-prepared with ample alternatives – castles, chateaux and wineries to visit!

Departs:                     Toulouse from 9th – 13th February, 16th – 20th February, 2019
Cost from:                 $2915 per person twin share              Single room supplement from $520
Tour includes:           4 nights' twin-share accommodation in comfortable, quality hotels or inns (all rooms with own bathroom), all meals, knowledgeable English-speaking guides, all local transport
Not included:             Drinks, personal expenses

For more information see: https://bit.ly/2LS09mR

Call toll-free: 1800 331 582

Website:  http://www.outdoortravel.com.au/