2 Balloons Tours in France, Compared

1.Hot-Air Balloon Ride over the Loire Valley, from Amboise or Chenonceau

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 260 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $308.51Our pick

Hot-air balloon over the Loire Valley from Amboise or Chenonceau with hotel pickup, champagne toast, and sunrise or sunset views.

“Do not hesitate! This was such a wonderful experience. I had initial trepidation but in the very experienced hands of Kevin and his team, I did not need to. To be travelling in the open air, so quiet & peaceful, gazing at beautiful scenery, it’s something I won’t forget and I’m so glad I did it! Thank you for a wonderful experience!”

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2.Hot Air Balloon Flight over the castle of Chenonceau / France

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 144 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $277.05Best value

Hot air balloon over Chateau de Chenonceau in the Loire, with Loire castle views, then wine and cheese tasting plus a flight certificate.

“We had a great experience! The company running this is a great group of people. They drove us to a different spot to takeoff based on the wind to make sure we would fly over the Chateau de Chenonceau. The men of each group all helped with the set up and take down of the balloon which was a cool process to see. The hot air balloon take off and landing were incredibly smooth, we were very impressed by the pilot. After the flight we shared a charcuterie meal in the field with the group which was lovely. Definitely a must do.”

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