Hot Air Balloon flight in Tuscany from Chianti area

Posted By : SIANG_C
Well taken care of by Francesco. Good experience from pre booking to pick up to up in the sky experience. The crew were friendly & helpful. Highly recommend. If there has to be 1 not so good feedback then it has to be this - there was only one other balloon up in the sky the same time as mine but it was so far away. So in terms of picture taking, it wasn’t as picturesque as those you had seen on their posting or online images.
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Posted On : 2024-05-03

Posted By : Debi_B
When you see the option of "Sunrise Balloon Flight over Chianti Region", you know it's going to be cool - but to actually experience it is incredible. The sounds of the balloons filling and rising, the quiet all around as you glide over some of the most beautiful scenery in the world, it's just one of those things that, as wonderful as you imagine it's going to be - it's that much better. Just breathtaking. The delicious pastries, mimosas, cheese and meats after the flight were the icing on the cake! Francesco was great to communicate with prior to the flight!
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Posted On : 2024-04-21

Posted By : Ila_C
First, the gushing review, followed by a couple of pointers for future customers: It was amazing and I would 100% recommend. Our pilot clearly loves what he does and there is literally nothing that beats the feeling of suddenly floating above the ground. The ride lasted longer than I expected, which was great--it did not feel like the experience ended too quickly. The meal afterward was very good: fresh meat and cheese and delicious pastries and a really good not too sweet prosecco. It was a marvelous way to start the day. Things I wish I'd known: Basket is very small! There were six of us and we were very snug (like crowded subway snug). Thankfully everyone was super nice, but just something to keep in mind, *especially* if you get put in their large balloon which they said fit 20 or so. If we had been in the large balloon this would not be getting a five star review. You have to climb into the basket in the middle of a muddy field. They give you coverings for your shoes, but I'm really glad I didn't wear a skirt that day because entering and exiting was the equivalent of climbing a short wall and flipping yourself over the top. I know it says it's not wheelchair accessible, but I'd assumed that was because you can't get *to* the basket, not *in* the basket, if you're in a wheelchair. This was my first balloon ride so I had no idea how it worked. Caveats aside, let me say again that I cannot recommend this experience highly enough. My husband said it was his favorite part of our 18-day trip.
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Posted On : 2024-04-09

Posted By : VENITA_R
Absolutely amazing experience. Our original trip was canceled due to weather but luckily we had an option to rebook before leaving Florence. The communication with the company was very good throughout including regarding transportation, cancelation options and site changes. Francesco picked us up on time in Firenze. Then we went to the picked site and got to watch as they prepared the balloon for flight. It was super interesting to watch. We were in the 6 pax with Francesco. Take off was smooth. He provided a great briefing in air about the landing and then pointed out sights to us as we flew. We were able to get great pictures with their other balloon while in the air. It was so beautiful and peaceful. The landing was quite an experience but overall very smooth. Then, they prepared a beautiful picnic with prosecco for us in the field and we watched them disassemble everything. This was a dream come true experience and so glad that we were able to experience in Tuscany. Top notch team and highly recommend.
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Posted On : 2024-04-07

Posted By : RobAKettle
We had the most wonderful experience and the balloon ride was one of the top highlights our of two week trip to Tuscany! Getting to 4200’ on a clear day we could see the sea past Pisa and the Florence Duomo not to mention the beautiful patchwork country side of Tuscany! The tour operator and staff were fun, personable and professional! Highly Recommend!!!!
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Posted On : 2024-02-28

Posted By : sunshine0260
Amazing!!! I booked this adventure for my daughter and me. Robert and Francesco and the entire flight crew were wonderful from start to finish. Very good communication from the start of the reservation. They took care of everything, very professional and kind. The flight was breathtaking with lovely skies and views of the Tuscany vineyards and farms. It was an experience we will never forget.
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Posted On : 2023-11-20

Posted By : Nancy_M
We had a wonderful time. The pilot was terrific, knowledgeable and friendly. Very enjoyable experience floating above Tuscany. Best landing ever!!
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Posted On : 2023-10-03

Posted By : Taz1_TX
This balloon ride was one of the highlights of our trip to Italy! The balloon operators were friendly and made sure we got the most out of the experience - definitely worth getting up extra early to catch the sunrise over Tuscany from the air! The breakfast afterwards was marvelous. Since they take off and land in fields, there are no facilities - so just be prepared.
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Posted On : 2023-10-01

Posted By : Juanita_M
The most beautiful trip for out Honeymoon. Our pilot, Robert, was incredibly experienced. Well worth the early wake up call to witness Chianti at sunrise! Lovely breakfast afterwards too and we had the option to buy drone footage of our flight afterwards - a great keepsake!
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Posted On : 2023-09-12

Posted By : Laura_A
Fantastic and fabulous experience! We were a group of 3. My two kids ages 9 and 11 and myself. We had a great time, Francesco was a warm and knowledgeable host. We enjoyed the views and the entire flight
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Posted On : 2023-08-07