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.

Meritage in Napa Valley
Wine Country Hotels
Napa Valley Hotels: Here are five of my favorite Napa Valley Hotels that I think you might like:
- The Wine Country Inn
- Silverado Resort and Spa
- Solage, an Auberge Resort
- Meritage Resort and Spa
- Vino Bello Resort

Olea Hotel in Sonoma Valley
Sonoma Valley Hotels: Check out one of my favorite romantic Sonoma Valley hotels:
- Olea Hotel
- MacArthur Place – Sonoma’s Historic Inn & Spa
- Relais du Soleil
- Ledson Hotel
- Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa