Experience the Magic of Tuscany from a Hot Air Balloon

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Tuscany from above on a thrilling hot air balloon flight. Marvel at the stunning aerial views of the countryside, vineyards, and castles, and celebrate with a glass of Champagne upon landing.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Balloon Team Tuscany - You will receive the meeting point in the afternoon before your flight, or you can request a pick-up service, we will take you to the hotel, make sure you reserve it, this is not included.

The Meeting poin is very close, about 20 minute from Florence, nea San Casciano in Val di Pesa, in the heart of the Chiati Valley.

After being greeted by your captain and crews, you will receive a safety briefing before taking off. If you wish, you can help with aeration of the balloon before getting into the basket for your flight.

The flight will last circ an hour, you will then be able to savor the excitement while you get up and stand gently up and over the Tuscan countryside. You will sail at a height varying from 500 feet to 3000 feet, depending on the wind of that day. All this will allow you to admire the breathtaking landscape of Tuscany. You’ll see gentle hills dotted with pretty Italian villages, cypress trees, dominant castles and abundant vineyards, olive groves and orchards.
You will see all that nature will want to show you. It will be a real adventure.

Upon landing, we will toast this experience with a glass of sparkling wine! You will then be taken back to the launch site, or if you have reserved the pick-up service, you will enjoy a comfortable transfer to the hotel.
You can reserve the transfer service even the day before if you have not yet decided.

What's Included
  • Expert captain and crew
  • Complimentary glass of Champagne
  • Return transfer to launch site
  • Picnic-style breakfast with croissant and local delicacies
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Pick up and Drop off can be arranged after booking, at extra cost.
Additional Information

Experience a 1-hour aerial journey aboard a hot air balloon, departing from the quaint village of San Casciano in Val di Pesa, with panoramic views of Tuscany’s breathtaking landscape. Elevate up to approximately 2,000 feet (609 meters) and marvel at the picturesque vistas of undulating hills, charming villages, grand castles, and expansive vineyards and olive fields of Tuscany. Celebrate this remarkable adventure with a Champagne toast post-landing.

  • The exact launch spot in San Casciano in Val di Pesa varies depending on wind and weather conditions; you will be notified of your launch spot and itinerary the day before your flight.
  • Pick up and Drop off can be arranged after booking, at extra cost.
Location
Via Cassia per Siena, 44
Via Cassia per Siena
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Nathaniel_w
Jul 12, 2024
Awesome experience! - Booked balloon ride for my girlfriend’s birthday. Never done it before so we were both nervous. Our guide Weido was brilliant, very experienced and great fun. Had an absolutely amazing experience and would definitely do it again and highly recommended using balloon team Italia group.
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M4rcap
Jul 11, 2024
Fantastic experience - Wonderful experience, I think at least once in a lifetime you have to try. We took off at about 6 and flew about 1 hour. The driver, Tommaso, was fantastic and super nice, he answered all my curiosity and made us have a lot of fun. Recommendation to everyone, unforgettable!
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C743ijjessicas
Jul 7, 2024
Amazing Experience!! And Even more Amazing Proposal!!! - This was on my bucket list and it truly was an amazing experience! The staff were incredible and made the entire experience extra special. Our Pilot was funny and professional, they did drone photography which was epic and they also arranged with my boyfriend to pull off a successful proposal that was just perfect!! They made an extra private picnic for us after that really topped it off! Thank you guys so much for everything, it was great having you all part of this experience for us to always remember!
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David_b
Jun 30, 2024
Amazing - There are very few things in life worth getting up at 5 am for. The ballon ride over Tuscany is definitely one of them. What an amazing time we had. Hands down one of the highlights of our trip. Please don't let the cost discourage you. This is worth every penny. Thanks to the captain and crew for creating a memory that will last a lifetime.
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Linda_r
Jun 23, 2024
Truly memorable experience! - We were able to watch as the seven balloons were inflated. The crew was exceptionally helpful and respectful of the varying abilities of the participants. Our captain explained what to expect both on liftoff and landing, and how the wind direction varies at different heights. It was awesome moving along quietly with the wind. It was a bit misty so the views weren’t quite as clear as we might have liked but seeing the other balloons below us was a sight! Gorgeous countryside. Our landing was flawless - a couple of small bumps and done. The prosecco and bread, meat and cheeses afterward hit the spot after our early start. Thank you for a truly memorable experience!
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Michelle_e
Jun 18, 2024
Excellent Experience! - This experience was incredible! The views were magical on this serene ride. The staff was professional, friendly, and accommodating. We ended the morning with a delicious breakfast. I highly recommend this company!!
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Helen_w
Jun 18, 2024
What a way to start the day! - What a way to start the day! The views were breathtaking and literally had my knees shaking. We were celebrating our friends 30 year wedding anniversary. Our captain Renaldo was exceptional. Once we landed we had champagne with a nice spread of breads, meats, cheeses, pastries and fruit. It was wonderful!
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Patricia_g
Jun 16, 2024
Wonderful - From beginning to end of trip was amazing. Our pilot Guido was experienced, friendly and informative. The flight was smooth and full of beautiful scenery overlooking farms, homes, vineyards and gardens. We ended the flight with a nice breakfast spread provided by the company of cheese, meats and of course Champagne.
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Andreacx5433ue
Jun 14, 2024
Hot air balloon trip through the Chianti hills - I have always been intrigued by flying in a hot air balloon but my fear of heights has always held me back. I had to change my mind as soon as I entered the large wicker basket that would take us around the Chianti hills. Once I reached the take-off field I was welcomed by the Crew on the ground and I was able to witness the inflation of the ball and as soon as I got on, the Pilot explained how to behave. The journey was wonderful and both the Pilot and the guys on the ground knew how to put all the passengers at ease; they are all very helpful, understandable and prepared. Once the journey was over, I was taken to have a hearty breakfast in the middle of the fields with the sun slowly rising into the sky. I highly recommend trying this experience, even to those who, like me, suffer from heights: it seemed to be accompanied docilely among the clouds and you couldn't hear anything, just a light breeze that ruffled your hair.
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Dylan_j
Jun 10, 2024
A must-do while in Florence! - This was truly one of the most incredible experiences we’ve ever had! We really didn’t know what to expect, as we’ve never been on a hot air balloon ride before, but it sounded fun and we thought it would be an amazing way to see Tuscany. Plus all the amazing reviews made it seem worth it! I’m so glad we did it. We got picked up from our hotel in Florence which made it so convenient. The taxi driver was prompt and kind. Our pilot was skilled, kind, confident and he knew English, which was nice. The views while in the air were breathtaking. They landed us in a beautiful field and set up a delicious breakfast with Prosecco, croissants, and prosciutto for us to enjoy. It was so special. Couldn’t recommend it enough! We had a blast. Thank you Tommaso & Balloon Team for an amazing experience!
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