YORK BALLOON RIDES

FIND YOUR PERFECT HOT AIR BALLOON FLIGHT OVER YORK!

To take flight in a hot air balloon in the skies near York we recommend Virgin Balloon’s North East regional vouchers. Covering all launch locations across the North East of England these luxury gift vouchers include flexible booking options, champagne toasts, return transport and more!

Weekday AM

£169

Choice of locations
Weekday mornings
Valid for 18 months

Weekday Any

£189

Choice of locations
Weekdays AM or PM
Valid for 18 months

7 DAY ANY

£209

Choice of locations
Any day AM or PM
Valid for 18 months

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YORK BALLOON FLIGHTS
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YORK BALLOON FLIGHTS

Let a hot air balloon ride over York open up incredible views of an incredible city in a way that no other vantage point can. With the breeze as your guide, be captivated as world famous sights shaped by 2000 years of history and intrigue float into view. Be on the lookout for the mighty York Minster, this 13^thcentury Gothic masterpiece is considered one of the most magnificent cathedrals in the world.

Trace the meandering path of the River Ouse as you climb higher, before taking in the endless patchwork of fields and hedgerows that stretch out to touch the horizon. If your balloon flight heads south, keep your eyes peeled for Askham Bryan Wildlife and Conservation Park, where you might even see wallaby bouncing about! Whereas floating northwest might see you passing over Breezy Knees Gardens, the largest garden in North England, with 20 acres packed with over 7000 different varieties of trees, shrubs and flowers. No matter what the whim of the wind, your hot air balloon ride over York will be an experience you’ll never forget.

THINGS TO DO IN YORK

If you’re planning a trip to York for your hot air balloon ride, then you must take extra time to explore this historical gem; in fact, take a couple of days at least – you’ll need them! First up has to be the dominate force in the city, York Minster. Here you can take a fascinating journey 2000 year journey and discover the lives of the people who have been influenced by this magnificent building. If you’re able, climb the 275 stairs of the Central Tower, which will lead you to the best views of York from the highest point in York.

But the minster is just the beginning. Consider heading to York Art Gallery, York Castle Museum, Yorkshire Museum and Gardens, Clifford Tower – all that’s left of the castle, the National Railway Museum, York Dungeon, York’s Chocolate Story or the Jorvik Viking Centre. We said you’d need time! Whatever your interests, you’ll find something in York to make your ballooning adventure overhead a day you’ll truly never forget.

BUY & FLY!

YOUR YORK BALLOONING VOUCHER

• A luxury gift voucher valid for 12 months
• A 60 minute flight over Yorkshire
• Passenger insurance
• Traditional champagne toast
• Presentation of flight certificate
• Return transport to the launch site
• Magical memories you’ll treasure forever

Launch Site

YORK BALLOONING LAUNCH SITE

The main departure point is York Racecourse. There are also other sites nearby in Yorkshire that can be used to get you aloft! Always make sure that you check your voucher details and again when you book in, for the latest launch site details though, as they can change depending on weather and site suitability. The good news is, that your voucher is valid for all launch locations in the North East and you can leave your car at the launch site as this is where your ballooning experience will also finish.

Your unforgettable balloon ride will start with a full safety briefing, after which you you can help the team with the the inflating of the balloon if you wish – or kick back, soak up the atmosphere and let others do the hard work. But when it’s time, there is no escaping the collective excitement as the burners fire up and the balloon starts to prepare itself for taking you up, up and away on a ballooning adventure over Yorkshire!

The Flight

DURING YOUR YORK BALLOON RIDE

As you drift gently over the Yorkshire countryside near York, there will be ample opportunity to take photographs from this unique vantage point. During your flight you are free to discuss how the balloon works with the pilot, who will also be pointing out the many points of interest that drift below you or rest gently on the horizon.

No two flights are the same, and as such any number of towns, villages and important landmarks could come into view – all of which create talking points for years to come.

Landing

YOUR YORK BALLOON LANDING

After an unforgettable hour ballooning your pilot will begin your descent towards a gentle landing. Once back on the ground, and should you wish, you can help in packing away the envelope (that’s the official name for the fabric canopy).

With the balloon all packed away, you will be transferred back to your launch site where you can sip on the fine stuff and raise a toast to an unforgettable adventure hot air ballooning over Yorkshire.