See Tuscany from a hot air balloon
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San Casciano Val di Pesa

Balloon flight near Florence

See Tuscany from a hot air balloon

★★★★★ 3 hours · Up to 610 m Possible altitude
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Take off in the San Casciano Val di Pesa area and look out over Tuscany. The wind determines the route, so the exact views will vary.

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⚡ The return to the meeting point is included; transport from Florence is not confirmed. · Price, availability, rating and reviews may change; check the latest details on GetYourGuide.

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✔ Watch the balloon preparation and hear the safety briefing before take-off.
✔ The listing describes views of hills, valleys, vineyards and castles.
✔ A light breakfast with local products and drinks follows the landing.
✔ The return to the meeting point is included; transport from Florence is not confirmed.

Quick summary before booking

Who is it for?

  • Seeing Tuscan hills, valleys and vineyards from above
  • Watching the preparation before a balloon flight
  • Enjoying a light breakfast after landing

How long does it take?

The listing gives 3 hours overall and 1 hour of flight; check available start times when booking.

What's included?

  • Hot air balloon flight and safety briefing
  • A glass of Champagne, a glass of water and a light breakfast with local products
  • Transfer back to the meeting point
  • Insurance that the listing says meets ICAO requirements

Is it worth it?

It may be worthwhile if the flight and changing views appeal to you. Check the current price and clarify transport or extra-cost questions before booking.

💡 TourBookGo tip

Confirm the field and time when the day-before instructions arrive. One traveller suggests checking the app and WhatsApp and planning the return if relying on a taxi or Uber; that is personal advice, not an official booking rule.

A landscape shaped by the windYou may see hills, valleys, vineyards and castles, but no particular flight path is guaranteed.
The build-up is part of the outingBefore boarding, watch the inflation, the pilots’ checks and the safety briefing.
A relaxed finish after landingThe listing includes a glass of Champagne, water and a light breakfast with local products.
Return to the meeting pointThe return transfer is included. Arrange your own journey to San Casciano if travelling from Florence.

📖 What happens during the experience

The listed experience lasts around three hours, including one hour in the air. Before take-off, the balloon is prepared and inflated while the pilots carry out checks and explain the safety procedures.

The balloon may climb to approximately 610 metres. Its direction depends on the wind, and the published itinerary is subject to change.

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Balloon preparation, inflation and safety briefing.

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Flight over the San Casciano Val di Pesa area.

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Light breakfast and return transfer after landing.

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Leave room in your plans for the route and departure time confirmed close to the flight.

See Tuscany from a hot air balloon
Preparation and inflation take place before take-off. Before take-off

What to arrange beforehand

The published meeting point is Via Cassia per Siena 44, San Casciano Val di Pesa. The itinerary names Via Cassia per Siena, 44, 50026 Calzaiolo FI, Italy as the arrival and finishing point. The exact field and time are communicated the day before, depending on the weather.

Reach the field at least 20 minutes before take-off. Check the available departure time when booking, as season and weather can affect it. Florence appears in the activity title, but an included transfer from the city is not confirmed.

Meet in San Casciano Weather-dependent time Return transfer included Wind-dependent route

What reviews discuss

Leave room in your plans for the route and departure time confirmed close to the flight.

Displayed reviews praise the scenery, the pilots’ professional and reassuring manner, and the breakfast. Some travellers would have liked clearer advance information about transport and possible extra costs.

3 hoursExpected total experience
1 hourExpected flight time
Up to 610 mPossible altitude
20 minMinimum early arrival at the field

🗣️ What reviews discuss

Scenery and pilots

The displayed feedback repeatedly mentions the views and the pilots’ care.

Transport and extras

The review summary raises questions about transport and extra costs. One review mentions a charge for photos and videos without giving a price.

Weather changes

One reviewer describes a weather cancellation followed by a change of date; this is an individual experience.

What is included, and what to check

The listing includes a glass of Champagne, a glass of water, a light breakfast featuring local products and a transfer back to the meeting point. It also lists insurance that it says meets ICAO requirements.

The provider says its “VIP” model balloons meet the latest EASA criteria. Passenger numbers, terms for any private flight, recommended equipment and required documents are not published. The stated exclusion covers items not mentioned in the itinerary.

See Tuscany from a hot air balloon
The wind determines the course and the exact views. In the air
See Tuscany from a hot air balloon
See Tuscany from a hot air balloon
See Tuscany from a hot air balloon
See Tuscany from a hot air balloon

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DurationAround 3 hours overall, including approximately 1 hour of flight.
Meeting pointVia Cassia per Siena 44, San Casciano Val di Pesa; confirm the exact field the day before.
ArrivalAt least 20 minutes before take-off.
Listed languagesEnglish and Italian for the driver; other service languages are not specified.
CancellationFree up to 24 hours in advance with a full refund, according to the listing.
WeatherIf the provider cancels for unsafe weather, it offers a full refund or another day, subject to availability.
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See Tuscany from a hot air balloon
A light breakfast with local products follows the landing. After landing

How to book this experience

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2

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3

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The booking is completed with the external provider before payment.

Is this a good fit for your trip?

This may suit you if you want an aerial view of Tuscany and can accept a weather-dependent route and schedule. Plan your journey to the meeting point and your onward travel if you rely on outside transport.

The activity is listed as unsuitable for wheelchair users, people with reduced mobility, pregnant people, people with heart conditions and anyone over 115 kg. Children aged 0 to 6 cannot fly for safety reasons.

Travellers who enjoy seeing landscapes from above. People who can allow for a weather-dependent schedule. Visitors able to reach San Casciano Val di Pesa independently. Adults and families who meet the published participation rules.
See Tuscany from a hot air balloon
The return transfer ends at the listed meeting point. Back to the meeting point

❓ Frequently asked questions

Does the balloon leave from Florence?
Florence appears in the activity title, but the published meeting point is in San Casciano Val di Pesa. An included transfer from Florence is not confirmed.
How long does the experience last?
The listing gives 3 hours overall, including 1 hour of flight. The exact departure time depends on the season and weather.
What happens in bad weather?
If the provider cancels because it considers the weather unsafe, you can choose a full refund or another day, subject to availability.
What is served after the flight?
A glass of Champagne, a glass of water and a light breakfast with local products are included.
Are there participation restrictions?
The listing excludes wheelchair users, people with reduced mobility, pregnant people, people with heart conditions, anyone over 115 kg and children aged 0 to 6.

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Plan your take-off

Discover Tuscany from above

If a flight guided by the wind appeals to you, check current times and conditions before choosing a date.

Arrange your journey to San Casciano and confirm the meeting details the day before.

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