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: Check out the top 10 Napa hotels according to TripAdvisor (see Napa Valley hotel deals and reviews). And here are my five faves I think you might like (that also made their top 10).

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: In Sonoma Valley, find out where to book one the top 10 most romantic stays, according to TripAdvisor (see rates & reviews), including my five faves:

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