Experience the Magic of Tuscany from a Hot Air Balloon
Overview
Enjoy breathtaking views over the beautiful Tuscan countryside on a 1-hour hot air balloon flight departing from the area of San Casciano in Val di Pesa. Rising to approximately 2,000–3,000 feet, you will float above rolling hills, vineyards, olive groves, medieval villages, and historic castles, admiring one of Italy’s most iconic landscapes from a truly unique perspective. On clear days, you may also spot San Gimignano, Poggibonsi, and even Pisa in the distance. After landing, celebrate this unforgettable experience with a glass of Champagne and a light breakfast with croissants and local products.
What's Included
- Expert captain and crew
- 1 glass of Champagne
- Transfer from the landing site to the original launch point
- Breakfast with croissant and local products, picnic type
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Pick up and Drop off can be arranged after booking, at extra cost.
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Balloon Team Tuscany
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
San Casciano in Val di Pesa (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-6365HABFLR
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Expert captain and crew.
- 1 glass of Champagne.
- Transfer from the landing site to the original launch point.
- Breakfast with croissant and local products, picnic type.
- Gratuities.
- Food and drinks, unless specified.
- Pick up and Drop off can be arranged after booking, at extra cost.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 7. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Experience the Magic of Tuscany from a Hot Air Balloon is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Experience the Magic of Tuscany from a Hot Air Balloon will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Expert captain and crew
- 1 glass of Champagne
- Transfer from the landing site to the original launch point
- Breakfast with croissant and local products, picnic type
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Pick up and Drop off can be arranged after booking, at extra cost.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
