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Join Mercure Canberra on a day trip to experience life on a working truffle farm, Macenmist Truffle Farm.

This day trip is a full day experience and includes return transportation from Mercure Canberra to the Macenmist Truffle Farm which is located in the idyllic countryside near Bredbo.

Macenmist is a working truffle farm where you will participate in a truffle hunt with the truffle dogs followed by a true paddock to plate dining experience with a 3-course lunch in which you can taste the truffles produced at the farm. You will also enjoy a selection of wines provided by Mercure Canberra. Finish your experience with the opportunity to purchase truffles direct from the farm as well and a range of local produce. After departing the farm, there will be a scheduled stop at the wonderland that is Bredbo Christmas Barn, with an opportunity to purchase from the most extensive and unique Christmas store in Australia.

Experience details:

  • 8:45am: Meet in the lobby of Mercure Canberra and enjoy a coffee or cup of tea and a bacon roll on arrival.
  • 9:15am: Depart Mercure Canberra via coach
  • 10:30am: Arrive at Macenmist Truffle Farm.
  • 10:30am – 1:00pm: Experience farm life on a truffle hunt and learn about producing this world famous ingredient. You will have the chance to interact with the producers, truffle dogs and other animals on this lively farm.
  • 1:00pm-3:00pm: Enjoy a 3-course lunch featuring the farm’s own truffles plus a selection of wines.
  • Time will be allocated for purchasing local produce after lunch. Depart the Truffle Farm at 3:00pm, followed by a 30-minute stop at Bredbo Christmas Barn, before heading back to Mercure Canberra.
  • 5:00pm: Arrive at Mercure Canberra where this experience concludes.
  • Enjoy a drink on the house upon your return to the hotel.

Looking to turn this unique event into a weekend escape? Mercure Canberra have super special rates for Accor Plus members attending the Truffle trip. Enjoy an overnight stay in an executive courtyard view room.

Overnight stay prices:

  • Friday, 25 and Saturday, 26 July 2024: AUD 185 per night
  • Sunday, 27 July 2024: AUD 155 per night

Please note that Macenmist Truffle Farm is located in the snowy mountain region of NSW and the experience takes place mid-winter and includes outdoor activities. To make your experience more comfortable please wear appropriate winter outdoor attire including coat, hat, gloves, scarf and wet weather gear. Enclosed flat shoes are a must to attend. Macenmist truffle farm is inaccessible by coach in times of excessive rain. If the event is cancelled due to extreme weather alternate dates and/or refunds will be supplied.

PRICE AUD 219 per person
Event date Saturday, 26 July 2025
Time 9:00am – 5:00pm
Venue Mercure Canberra and Macenmist Truffle Farm
RSVP BY 18/07/2025
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Terms & Conditions
  • A valid Accor Plus membership must be presented.
  • Credit card guarantee is required at the time of booking to secure tickets. A 50% cancellation penalty applies up until 7 days prior to the trip.
  • The credit card will be charged in full 7 days prior to the trip, at which time it is non-refundable.
  • ALL Reward points are not earned from attending Accor Plus member events.
  • Photographs may be taken throughout the event for use across Accor Plus marketing channels. Please let the photographer know if you do not want your photo taken.