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Crete: Hot-Air Balloon Flight with Traditional Breakfast

4.6  / 5
12 reviews
Activity provider:VIVA let's fly
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Crete: Hot-Air Balloon Flight with Traditional Breakfast

Activity provider:VIVA let's fly
4.6  / 5
12 reviews

From US$ 264.32 per person

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Fly in a hot-air balloon over the Cretan Mountains and awe at the breathtaking panoramas of the Lasithi Plateau. Enjoy a traditional Cretan breakfast and some sparkling wine after your flight.

About this activity

Cancellation policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a 50% refund
Duration 3 hours
Check availability to see starting times.
Instructor
English
Pickup optional
You will receive personalized pickup information the day before the activity.
Small group
Limited to 9 participants

Experience

Highlights
  • Experience a scenic flight in a hot-air balloon over the Lasithi Plateau
  • Help set up the balloon with the crew for your flight
  • Feel the warm Greek hospitality with a traditional Cretan breakfast
  • Marvel at the panoramic views of mountains from 300-400 meters up in the air
  • Receive a flight certificate and small memento of your experience
Full description

Experience a hot-air balloon over the Lasithi plateau of Crete. Afterwards, enjoy a tasty Cretan breakfast at a traditional taverna with a small gift to complete your experience.

Choose to be picked up from your hotel in Heraklion, Rethymno or Lasithi Area or make your own way to the meeting point. At the meeting point a comfortable minivan will pick you up and take you to the most appropriate point for the flight, depending on the weather conditions.

Board a small-group basket together with an experienced balloon captain. You can fully participate in the preparation of the hot air balloon for the flight with the crew. Before the flight, there will be a detailed briefing from the pilot about what you will see, as well as general safety guidance.

Then, enjoy the sensation of gracefully rising above the ground. Take memorable photos of the stunning panoramic views over Crete and the surrounding ocean.

After setting back gently on the ground, travel by bus to a local taverna where you will be offered sparkling wine to celebrate your new experience. Enjoy a traditional Cretan breakfast with eggs, cheese, fruites, and cheese pies. Receive a flight certificate and a small gift to remember your flight.

Includes
  • Optional transfer from Heraklion, Rethymno and Lasithi Areas (if option selected)
  • Hot-air balloon flight
  • Experienced pilot
  • Small-group balloon basket
  • A glass of sparkling wine
  • Flight certificate
  • A small gift
  • Transfer between meeting point and tavern
  • Breakfast at a local tavern (vegetarian options available)
  • Hotel transfer (if no option is selected)
  • Full meal and extra drinks
  • Guided tour
Not suitable for
  • Children under 6 years
  • Pregnant women
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

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You will meet the team at the gas station where you can also park your car.

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What to bring

  • Camera
  • Jacket
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Closed-toe shoes

Not allowed

  • Intoxication

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  • Please note that in case of bad weather the flight will be rescheduled or you will be refunded

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Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 12 reviews

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  • Value for money
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The whole thing was fantastic. The transport was punctual and comfortable and the guides were very friendly and knowledgeable. It was a very different experience to a jam-packed balloon that I’d been on previously, a lot more catered to the individual. I perhaps would have wanted us to be up in the air before it was light to properly watch the sunrise from the balloon but I think overall it was a better experience being up in the mountains as the sun was rising and getting to help set up the balloon. 10/10 experience. Would highly recommend. The breakfast afterwards was also wonderful at a very quaint place!

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September 27, 2023

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