These experiences can only be organized for the guests staying at Dimora Ghirlandaio.
Dimora Ghirlandaio offers its guests the excitement of an exclusive hot air balloon tour over the Chianti hills and the city of Florence. This is an extraordinary experience that will allow you to admire the magnificence of the Tuscan landscape from on high, with its gentle wooded hills, breathtaking hamlets, and Medieval castles. Or you might choose to marvel at the myriad courtyards and gardens specking the city of Florence and discover the magnificence of its monuments and its Renaissance homes from a new vantage point. Hot air ballooning over Florence and the Tuscan countryside is an unforgettable experience and your Tuscan holiday wouldn’t be complete without it.
Hot air ballooning over the Florentine Chianti.
Who hasn’t dreamt at least once of flying through the clear blue sky? With a hot air balloon tour over the Florentine hills you will be able to combine the unique emotion of flying with the awe elicited by the breathtaking views of the Chianti landscape. Gentle hills kissed by the sun and cloaked in silver olive groves, luxuriant vineyards, and rows of cypress trees. This is the ideal experience for those of you who love the freedom afforded by an uncommon adventure and wish to carry home a treasure trove of extraordinary memories and fabulous photographs.
How it works:
Early in the morning you will be driven to the take off field where you will watch the hot air balloon being prepped. After a short briefing, your hot air balloon tour over the Florentine countryside will begin and you will be able to enjoy exceptional views of rare beauty, from the gentle hills of the Florentine Chianti area to the extraordinary hues of the Crete Senesi. Lulled by the wind, you will be able to observe
gorgeous cities and hamlets included in the list of world heritage sites by UNESCO. You will fly over the magnificent Medici city of Florence and beautiful Siena, over the towns of Montalcino and Montepulciano, and finally reach Lucca, Volterra, and Monteriggioni. After flying over these memorable views for about an hour, the hot air balloon will land and you will be offered an end-of-flight drink.
Tour details:
Duration: about 3 hours (1 hour in the air)
Languages: English, Italian
Number of participants: min. 2 max. 10
What to wear: flat, closed-toe shoes and long pants.
Luxury Hot Air Balloon Tour Over Firenze.
If you wish to enjoy a scenic flight while seated as comfortably as if you were in your easy chair, the luxury hot air balloon tour over Florence is the perfect solution for you. Comfortably seated in the hot air balloon, you will fly over the magnificent art city and enjoy the view of its streets, monuments, and parks while sipping a delicious drink. This is an absolutely exceptional experience that you can share with your partner or your dearest friends.
How it works:
Our driver will drive you to the take off field first thing in the morning. After watching the prepping of the hot air balloon and having received a quick briefing, you will be shown to your special seats, each with its own fold-down table. At this point, the hot air balloon will take off and, following the wind
currents, it will carry you on the discovery of Florence from above. As you sip your drink, you will be able to let yourselves be carried away by the magnificent views and the excitement of the flight, while taking exceptional photographs and relaxing in the utmost comfort of the balloon. At the end of the flight, you will be offered a drink and a personalized breakfast with local products.
Tour details:
Duration: about 3 hours (1 hour in the air)
Languages: English, Italian
Number of participants: min. 2 max. 4
What to wear: flat, closed-toe shoes and long pants.
Personalized Hot Air Balloon Tour for Special Occasions.
Is your stay at Dimora Ghirlandaio the moment to celebrate a special occasion? With a personalized hot air balloon tour you will be able to make it even more memorable. Ideal to declare your love, make your marriage proposal, or to celebrate a special anniversary, a personalized hot air balloon tour is the perfect setting for your every desire. With the help of our General Manager, you will be able to plan your hot air balloon experience in every detail.
Is ballooning safe?
Yes, it is quite safe. Flights comply with the directives of the Civil Aviation Authority and you will always be accompanied by a certified pilot.
Is it cold in a hot air balloon?
Generally it is not, because flights take place when the season is warm, and the balloon never rises above 3/400 meters so you can fully enjoy the view of the hills or of the city. In any case, we recommend you wear layers so you will be sure to be comfortable in any event.
Any special requests?
Our General Manager is available to discuss all ballooning-related details
