A place where the black truffle is not a garnish, but the reason to travel.

The Norcia Truffle Retreat is a two-night escape into the quieter, more generous season of Umbria — where the woods wake with Tuber melanosporum, the air turns sharp over the Monti Sibillini, and the rhythms of Norcia slow into something deeper.

At the heart of the stay is Vespasia, our Michelin-starred and Green Star restaurant, where the flavours of the Apennines are interpreted with precision and respect by Chef Fabio Cappiello and Sous Chef Toshimitsu Kido.

After the table, the scent of the forest: on the second day, walk the hills surrounding Norcia with local experts and their dogs, and discover the culture, patience and craft behind the truffle cava.

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AT A GLANCE

• Two nights in a double room in your chosen room category
• Buffet breakfast served in our breakfast room overlooking the garden and the historic centre of Norcia
• One dinner at Vespasia, featuring a 5-course tasting menu, with a choice of Acqua, Terra or Orto; beverages not included
• A guided truffle-hunting experience on the second day with local experts in the hills of Norcia
• Access to the wellness area: sauna, Turkish bath, whirlpool, relaxation area and herbal teas
• Our “Tavolo di Casa”, thoughtfully prepared from afternoon until evening with tea, herbal infusions, dried fruit, biscuits and honey sweets from Il Massaro, our award-winning local beekeeper
• Evening turndown service
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Real-time prices and availability through our official booking engine

THE PACKAGE INCLUDES

• Two nights in a double room in your chosen room category
• Buffet breakfast served in our breakfast room overlooking the garden and historic centre of Norcia
• One dinner at Vespasia, featuring a 5-course tasting menu with a choice of Acqua, Terra or Orto; beverages not included
• A guided truffle-hunting experience on the second day with local experts in the hills of Norcia
• Access to the wellness area at Relais & Châteaux Palazzo Seneca: sauna, Turkish bath, whirlpool, relaxation area and herbal teas
• Our “Tavolo di Casa” with tea, herbal infusions, dried fruit, biscuits and honey sweets from Il Massaro
• Evening turndown service
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Vespasia menu

THE VALUE OF TIME

There is no “right” itinerary to follow.

• If you feel like going out: take a leisurely stroll through Norcia’s historic centre, discover local artisan shops and hidden corners, or set out for the truffle woods with our experienced hunters.
• If you prefer to stay in: enjoy a long breakfast, have tea in the lounge, take a quiet pause in your room, and simply embrace the silence.
• If you want a little of both: take a short outing and return to the palazzo, without ever having to rush.

Luxury, here, is freedom: everything is within easy reach.

FIRST, THE TABLE: NORCIA AND VESPASIA

Norcia is a true gastronomic destination. Here, cuisine is an essential part of the identity of the place — and the black truffle is its beating heart.

Ristorante Vespasia

• 4-, 5- or 7-course tasting menus, beverages not included
• Explore the current menu on the restaurant’s official website

Vespasia is not about abundance for its own sake.

It is a carefully composed, elegant sequence of flavours that leaves room for discovery, conversation and pleasure.

THEN, THE TRUFFLE CAVA

On the second day, the palazzo opens onto the forest.

With experienced local hunters and their trained dogs, you will walk the woods and hills surrounding Norcia, learning to read the ground, the trees and the silence that precedes discovery.

It is not a performance. It is a ritual — patient, physical, and deeply tied to the land.

WELLNESS: ENDING THE DAY THE RIGHT WAY

After the table and the forest, wellness is the natural next step.

Sauna, Turkish bath, whirlpool, relaxation area and herbal teas.

There is no need to do a lot. Just do it well.

And in the evening, our turndown service prepares your room for the night, with the discreet attention to detail that discerning luxury travellers immediately recognise.

INCLUDED / NOT INCLUDED

Included

• Accommodation and breakfast
• Dinner at Vespasia, as specified in the package
• Guided truffle-hunting experience on the second day
• Access to the wellness area: sauna, Turkish bath, whirlpool, relaxation area and herbal teas
• Tea and herbal infusion corner
• Evening turndown service
• Complimentary Wi-Fi

Not included

• Beverages
• Personal extras and services not specifically mentioned
• Local tourist tax

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FAQ

1. Where does dinner take place?

   Dinner is served at Vespasia, located inside Palazzo Seneca.

2. How many courses does the menu include?

   The package includes a 5-course tasting menu, with a choice between Acqua, Terra and Orto. Your choice should be communicated by 8:00 pm on the day before dinner.

3. Where does the truffle hunting take place?

   In the woods and hills surrounding Norcia, guided by local experts with trained dogs. The exact location depends on the season and ground conditions.

4. Are beverages included?

   No. Beverages are not included in the package.

5. What does the wellness area include?

   The wellness area includes a sauna, Turkish bath, whirlpool, relaxation area and herbal teas.

6. Where can I see the final price, availability and booking conditions?

   Through our official booking engine. Rates and availability are updated in real time, while payment and cancellation conditions depend on the rate selected.