Top 3 Balloon Flights in Italy

1.Balloon Flight Over Tuscany

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 295 reviews · from $305Our pick

Meet in San Casciano in Val di Pesa for a sunrise hot-air-balloon flight over Tuscan vineyards, valleys, cypress trees, and hilltop castles. The crew handles the weather-sensitive launch, safety briefing, and return shuttle. After landing, enjoy champagne and a light breakfast made with local products.

“This was the second time we did this activity and we were not disappointed. We were picked up on time, the pilots are extremely professional and we felt very safe even though we flew above the cloud line. It’s a magnificent experience!”

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2.Experience the Magic of Tuscany from a Hot Air Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 220 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $325Top rated

Meet Balloon Team Italia near San Casciano Val di Pesa, about 20 minutes from Florence. After a safety briefing with your captain, you may help inflate the balloon before a one-hour flight over Chianti vineyards, castles, cypress trees, and villages. Pilots such as Gigi and Rafael have led flights, followed by sparkling wine and a Tuscan breakfast.

“We had the best time. Our pilot was so fun and very experienced. He answered all our questions and made us feel safe. Breakfast after was delicious and it was a great experience. We met other people and that was also really fun.”

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3.Hot Air Balloon ride in Tuscany countryside from Chianti

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 207 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $325

Meet your pilot and crew in Bargino, about 20 minutes from Florence, for a sunrise balloon flight over Chianti vineyards, olive groves, and woods. The one-hour ride ends with prosecco and a Tuscan breakfast of pastries, schiacciata, cured meats, fruit juice, and water. Pilots including Roberto and Francesco are praised for calm, careful flying.

“Fabulous trip, highly recommend this experience. Everyone was so nice and accommodating- and, provided delicious snacks afterward”

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