This was absolutely the highlight of our trip to Provence with my friends. We visited this absolutely lovely house. The owner was a real stand-up comedian, hilarious guy who speaks very good English we went on a track to ride something. I’ve never done in my life then actually pick grapes off the vine. Which is also something I’ve never done. This was followed by grape stomping in large barrels that Lucy of “I love Lucy” can only be jealous of. This was followed by an absolutely amazing all you can drink wine, cheese, eating, and truffle tasting. While the host told us hilarious stories showed us dances we left drink and bonded all 10 of us. It was an incredible evening something I will never forget. We also tasted their olive oil that you have a chance to purchase there along with truffles and wine. This was the most hospitable and fun experience I had in a long time.
Mushroom hunting in Provence
At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $74 / person
- Location
- Avignon, France
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 5 reviews
- Languages
- EN, FR
- Group
- Small group, up to 8
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Les Pastras
- Meeting point
- at the bottom of Cadenet (D973), GPS coordinates: 43 ° 43'42''N and 5 ° 22'22''E
Description
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.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, and Fri
- Start times
- 9:00 AM and 5:30 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 15
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $74
- Child (ages 10–17)
- $30
- Infant (ages 2–9)
- $45
Out at sunset: the 5:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:49 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 38 of the next 44 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
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.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
5 reviews
How it compares in Avignon
- Starting price $74 is close to the typical $74 for tours of similar length in Avignon
Excurgo comparison of 166 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Mushroom hunting in Provence take?
Mushroom hunting in Provence lasts about 3 hours.
How much does Mushroom hunting in Provence cost?
Prices start at $74 per person for this Avignon experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Mushroom hunting in Provence run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, starting at 9:00 AM and 5:30 PM.
How much does Mushroom hunting in Provence cost for children?
Children aged 10–17 pay from $30, adults from $74.
Does Mushroom hunting in Provence sell out?
It can: 38 of the next 44 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Mushroom hunting in Provence for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is at the bottom of Cadenet (D973), GPS coordinates: 43 ° 43'42''N and 5 ° 22'22''E. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Mushroom hunting in Provence offered in?
The experience is available in EN, FR.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Mushroom hunting in Provence worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 5 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Les Pastras.
Reviews(5)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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The most fun activity in province in two weeks!
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How to harvest the safe ones.
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.
S
Exceptional truffle hunting experience
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
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Hunting for Truffles in Provence
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.
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Excellent experience
Truffle hunting with Johann and Lisa was a great experience. I would highly recommend this to anyone who loves fine wine and truffles!
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