Hot air balloon flight over the town of Assisi in Umbria

The hot-air balloon is an aircraft consisting of a balloon, which inflates with gas and hot air, and a wicker basket, which houses the passengers. The balloon is lifted vertically thanks to Archimedes' principle, according to which each body receives an upward thrust equal to the weight of its volume. Hot air, therefore, being less dense than atmospheric air, allows the hot air balloon to fly.

The origins of the hot-air balloon go back a long way, to around 220 AD to be precise, when it was used in China to send military signals.

Flying in a hot-air balloon is an extraordinary experience to be shared as a group or as a couple, combining relaxation with the thrill of flying over spectacular and unique landscapes.

How it works ?

The hot air balloon flight over the town of Assisi, Umbria, begins at dawn at the Cantina Dionigi, where Captain Peter, the qualified pilot, will explain how the flight takes place with a short safety briefing.

Meanwhile, you will enjoy the spectacle of the hot-air balloon as it begins to inflate. When it is ready, you will board the wicker basket and begin your ascent into the sky.

The balloon flight over Assisi takes about an hour, during which Captain Peter will show you the magnificent landscape below you. And when the time comes to return, he will identify the most suitable spot for landing and you will slowly take to the ground again. But the experience doesn't end there: you will visit the Cantina Dionigi winery, where you will have a breakfast with local products and a tasting of Umbrian wines. Finally, you can toast your adventure with a glass of prosecco.