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Ballooning in Yarra Valley INCLUDES Melbourne City Transfer and Breakfast

Float above the Yarra Valley at sunrise on a one-hour hot air balloon flight, with easy Melbourne pick-up, vineyard views and a relaxed breakfast to finish.
Ballooning in Yarra Valley INCLUDES Melbourne City Transfer and Breakfast

Highlights

  • Relish a delicious complimentary breakfast

  • Melbourne city pick-up and drop-off

  • Revel in the views of vineyards and valleys

  • Expert local pilots guide your journey

  • Enjoy Yarra Valley at sunrise from the air

  • Watch or help in the balloon setup process

Start your day with smiles all round on a magical one-hour hot air balloon flight at sunrise over the Yarra Valley. Your morning begins with an easy Melbourne city pick-up from Federation Square, so you can sit back and enjoy the ride. At the launch site, you can choose to help with the balloon setup or watch the excitement unfold as the sun rises and the balloon comes to life.

As the valley wakes, you gently float above rolling vineyards, winding rivers and patchwork farmland, with distant mountains glowing in the morning light. After landing, you enjoy a relaxed continental breakfast at Rochford Wines, soaking up the fresh country air before a scenic drive back to the city. It’s a joyful, fuss-free adventure that turns an ordinary morning into a memory you’ll treasure.

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Inclusions

  • One-hour sunrise hot air balloon flight
  • Melbourne CBD transfer
  • Experienced local pilot and safety briefing
  • Complimentary breakfast at Rochford Wines
  • Optional hands-on balloon setup experience

Exclusions

Time

  • Available from Thursday to Tuesday
  • Please meet approximately three hours prior to sunrise at Federation Square Bus & Coach Pickup Drop-off Zone for departure
  • Please arrive 90 minutes before sunrise at Rochford Wines if driving directly
  • Meeting times vary by season
  • Exact time is confirmed the night before

Duration

  • The flight duration is approximately one hour
  • The duration of the full experience (including travel time, setup, pack-up, and breakfast) takes 7 to 7.5 hours

Departure Location

  • This experience departs from Federation Square Bus & Coach Pickup Drop-off Zone, Russell Court, Melbourne, VIC 3000.

What To Bring

  • Sturdy shoes (runners or hiking shoes). Avoid open-toed shoes and heels
  • Comfortable layers of clothing
  • Sunglasses
  • Gloves in winter
  • Hat or cap
  • Camera

Terms And Conditions

  • Minimum age is six years old
  • Unfortunately, ballooning is not suitable for babies or children under the age of six due to safety regulations and the nature of the experience
  • Children passengers must be tall enough (generally over 120cm)
  • Passengers over 130kg need to contact the experience provider
  • Spectators are welcome (must travel independently)
  • Extreme weather may cause cancellation, the provider will reschedule
  • For safety reasons, the provider is unable to fly passengers who are pregnant
  • Please contact the experience provider to discuss accommodation requests

Cancellation Policy

  • Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
  • Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
  • Late arrivals or no-shows may result in you forfeiting your experience

Booking Information

  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Mobile Vouchers are accepted! Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements

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