Napa & Sonoma: Hot Air Balloon over Wine Country

Here’s a lofty idea — float across California Wine Country skies in a big balloon for a bird’s eye view of the vineyards, hills and fields. What I like about best about this fun activity in Napa Valley or Sonoma Valley is that you get to float along both high and low over the landscape. A hot air balloon flight also offers one of the best photo opportunities, and is a great choice when you’re planning something for a group or special occasion.

When you plan your Sonoma Valley balloon flight online from any of the deal sources below, you can often save a little on tickets. With your savings, you can spend the rest of the day enjoying a little wine tasting around the valley.

Do you want a Champagne toast, a brunch or picnic lunch? Option may be available. These tours are from high-rated FAA Safety-Certified hot air ballooning companies, and your experience will be the same as customers paying full price.

Wherever you decide to book your flight, make sure they have a safety record.

Wine Country Hot Air Balloon Flights

The suggested hot air balloon flights listed below are from two different ticket source I know and trust.

Sonoma Hot Air Balloon Flight

{details} This is a good choice if you’re coming from San Francisco. It includes a three- to four-hour experience with approximately 1 to 1.5 hours of flight time. You’ll meet at a cafe an hour north of San Francisco off Hwy 101.

After the flight you’ll return there for a champagne brunch, made to order with a full menu of items to choose from.

Napa Hot-Air Balloon Ride with Sparkling Wine Brunch

{details} This one, from a different savvy source, starts at sunrise after a pre-flight snack at Domaine Chandon Winery. You’ll soar above Napa’s hills and vineyards. After an hour in the air, you’ll land for a buffet breakfast with sparkling wine.

The meeting spot is inside Domaine Chandon Winery in the heart of Napa Valley.

Wine Country Hotels

Napa Valley Hotels: Here are five of my favorite Napa Valley Hotels that I think you might like:

1. The Wine Country Inn
2. Silverado Resort and Spa
3. Solage, an Auberge Resort
4. Meritage Resort and Spa
5. Vino Bello Resort

Sonoma Valley Hotels: Check out one of my favorite romantic Sonoma Valley hotels:

1. Olea Hotel
2. MacArthur Place – Sonoma’s Historic Inn & Spa
3. Relais du Soleil
4. Ledson Hotel
5. Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa