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Hot air ballooning: Chambord, Blois, Chenonceau, Cheverny or Chaumont

33 Reviews 4.88 out of 5 stars Based on 33 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 97% of reviewers | Loire Valley, France

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Overview

Experience the emotion of a hot air balloon flight.
Discover the Loire and its castles in a different way at sunrise or sunset. Where the colors are most beautiful.
Seen from above, the landscapes are different! The hot air balloon brings a breath of new sensations.
Fly over the exceptional Loire Valley to discover its riches. Admire its royal river as well as its castles (Chambord, Chenonceau, Cheverny, Blois or Chaumont sur Loire) aboard our Ballons. You will be seduced by the calm and relaxing silence.
An unforgettable adventure of about an hour in the sky awaits you. Feel like a bird above the sandy shores of the Loire, look far away at the vines, surprise the awakening of the fauna...
The Loire Valley is considered to be “the garden of France” thanks to its remarkable concentration of monumental buildings. This is why this region is classified as a world heritage site by UNESCO.

What's Included

  • Graduation
  • Breakfast in the morning and sparkling in the evening
  • Hot air balloon flight

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    8 Rue du Grand Mont
    41700 Le Controis-en-Sologne, France

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    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    What To Expect

    Start your visit with a pick-up from our premises: 8 Rue du Grand Mont CONTRES, 41700 Le Controis-en-Sologne, France
    Welcome, registration and briefing. Then with our team we head to the launch site nearby or within the grounds of a castle.
    Watch the professional team prepare your ball and take some photos. A magical and impressive spectacle. A safety briefing will be given before boarding. Then you will attend and experience an hour between treetops and clouds enjoying a 360° panoramic view.
    Upon landing, you can enjoy breakfast or a glass of sparkling wine to celebrate your adventure. Finally, a flight certificate will be given to you with the intention of immortalizing this unforgettable experience. All you have to do is enjoy the return aboard our all-terrain vehicles, typical of this type of excursion.

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Toilet available at the meeting place
    • Closed car and campervan parking available at the office (without water and electricity)
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Hot air ballooning: Chambord, Blois, Chenonceau, Cheverny or Chaumont?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-465036P1

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    • Graduation
    • Breakfast in the morning and sparkling in the evening
    • Hot air balloon flight
    • Transfer by 4x4 or bus
    • Experienced pilots
    • Secure parking

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    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Prohibited for pregnant women and children under 1 meter
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Toilet available at the meeting place
    • Closed car and campervan parking available at the office (without water and electricity)
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
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