Pettino Country Experience
Day Trip from Rome
You’re an easy 2 hours from fresh Apennine Mountain air and a black truffle hunting adventure in Umbria
Pettino Country Experience
The Pettino Country Experience (a.k.a. the Wild Foods Truffle Hunt) is an easy day trip from Rome and a great way to experience some traditional culture and cuisine from the green heart of Italy, Umbria.
It’s only a 1.5 hour train trip from Rome’s Termini station to Spoleto. On your arrival to Spoleto station we’ll pick you up and drive you to our truffle hunting adventure. At the end of the tour we’ll drive you back to Spoleto station for your train ride back to Rome.
If you plan to drive here, then see our location page for instructions on how to arrive.
Pettino Country Experience Day Trip Itinerary
Depart Rome Termini station 8:02am
Catch the 8:02am train from Rome’s termini station to Spoleto. This is a regional train and you will need to book and purchase your own ticket. Visit Trenitalia’s web site to see schedules and train booking options. We are happy to help you with any information about trains, so please don’t hesitate to write to us.
Arrival & pickup at Spoleto at 9:33am
From here you will be picked up by Wild Foods Italy for your scenic ride up to the town of Pettino at 1100 meters above sea level. You are welcome to request a stop to photograph the breathtaking views of the Umbrian Valley.
The Pettino Country Experience
This is our day packed with truffle hunting and gastronomical activities including a big lunch with local villagers. See the details here.
Depart for Spoleto in time for the 4:16pm train to Rome
After your traditional lunch with the group and locals, we will drive you back to Spoleto via the scenic drive down the mountains with breathtaking views of the valley.
You will arrive to Spoleto train station in time to catch the 4:16pm regional train back to Rome. You could also catch a later train to Rome and visit Spoleto’s historic center.
Turn your Day Trip into a mini-vacation and enjoy the Pettino Country Experience on us. All you need to do is book two nights, all-inclusive, at the Black Truffle Lodge.