Welcome to the Magical World of Hot Air Balloons
Welcome — you’ve just discovered something truly special.
We invite you to experience an authentic Tuscany, but above all, to immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of the Val d’Orcia — a landscape that feels designed not by nature alone, but by art itself. Here, every hill, every road, every line of cypress trees tells a story of harmony and perfection.
A hot air balloon flight over the Val d’Orcia is not simply a journey — it is a quiet encounter with beauty. As you rise at dawn, the world below transforms into a living painting: golden fields rolling like waves, ancient farmhouses resting in silence, and medieval villages emerging gently through the morning mist.






Drifting above places like Pienza and San Quirico d'Orcia, you begin to understand why this land is recognized as one of the most iconic landscapes in the world. The light changes constantly, sculpting the terrain with shadows and warmth, creating a spectacle that no photograph could ever truly capture. This is Tuscany in its purest form — untouched, essential, and deeply evocative.
After landing, the experience continues on the ground with a refined champagne breakfast, where time slows down once more, allowing you to savor not only the flavors of the region, but also the emotions you’ve just lived.
Since May 2010, Ballooning in Tuscany has been officially licensed for commercial passenger flights by both Swiss and Italian Civil Aviation Authorities. This recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to safety and excellence. Our pilots are highly experienced professionals, holding Commercial Pilot Licenses and bringing hundreds of flight hours — ensuring that your journey is as safe as it is unforgettable.
Our story began in 1990 with the creation of Balloon Team Italia, born from a passion for flight and for this extraordinary land. Over the years, that passion has welcomed travelers from all over the world, all drawn by the same desire: to experience Tuscany from a perspective that changes everything.
Our launch site lies in a quiet, natural valley — the perfect gateway to the skies of the Val d’Orcia. From here, the wind leads the way, often guiding us south, where the landscape opens into one of the most celebrated panoramas on earth.
And then, there is that moment.
The moment when the balloon catches the wind, and the Val d’Orcia unfolds beneath you in absolute silence.
In that instant, you are no longer just visiting Tuscany.
You are living it — slowly, deeply, and from above.

