Hot Air Balloon Flight over the castle of Chenonceau / France
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3 hours 30 minutes
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There are many places where you may fly by a hot air balloon, but a flight in the Loire valley, France is one of the top 10 things to do in this beautiful country...
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Experienced guide
What To Expect
There are many places where you may fly by a hot air balloon, but a flight in the Loire valley / France is one of the top 10 things to do in this beautiful country. You will overfly at least one of the most beautiful castles of France: Amboise, Chenonceau, Chinon, Chaumont sur Loire… All these castles are inseparable from the history of France and its kings. Hot air balloon flights are organised every morning and evening, if weather permits, from March to October. Balloon tours usually start in early mornings (at about 6:00 to 9:00 am) and evenings (5:00 - 8:00 pm.). A balloon flight lasts for about 1 hour, but the entire process takes about 3-4 hours. After a flight a small degustation of local products (wine, cheese, sweets) will be offered, then you will be "baptized" by a deep ballooning tradition, you will be granted baptizing names and titles, also the first flight certificates. Then our pilot will bring you back by a 4x4 car to the meeting or take-off site.
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Hot Air Balloon Flight
Over castle of Chenonceau
Duration: 3 hours
Petite dégustation
Reviews
138 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Top experience. Very...
Manuel R,
Aug 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Top experience. Very professional pilot and team. Beautiful flight high and low over castles and villages. Nice finish with snack and drink.
Fun, dynamic, moving,...
LUC T,
Aug 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00fun, dynamic, moving, funny, beautiful... to do and to remake... a great pilot, all in control and funny. a real good time
Maravilloso.
Eva L,
Aug 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Maravillosa. Super attentive with everything, breakfast a wonder. Everything great!!! Super advisable to do it. To find him a but, he turns a lot and people who have a facility to get dizzy, get dizzy.
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Randal W,
Jul 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our hot air balloon ride was nothing short of incredible. From start to finish, the staff made the entire experience smooth, enjoyable, and safe. They were welcoming, well-organized, and incredibly informative—taking the time to explain the process, safety precautions, and what to expect during the flight. Our pilot was clearly very experienced and well-trained, which made all the difference. From lift-off to landing, everything felt calm and controlled. We never once felt uneasy—in fact, the ride was so peaceful it was easy to forget how high up we were! Floating silently over the landscape while the sun lit up the horizon was a magical experience. The views were breathtaking and the overall atmosphere was relaxing and awe-inspiring.
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Richell D,
Jul 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00A truly amazing experience. Very professional from start to finish. Communication was excellent and as we were the only English speaking couple everything was translated for us.
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