While on a trip to Scottsdale, AZ, my wife and I took a hot air balloon ride over the desert around Phoenix, AZ.
Available through VIATOR
http://www.viator.com/tours/Phoenix/Phoenix-Hot-Air-Balloon-Ride/d639-5095HOT
Read more about Phoenix Hot Air Balloon Ride 2017 at: https://www.viator.com/tours/Phoenix/Phoenix-Hot-Air-Balloon-Ride/d639-5095HOT?pub=vcps
RECONFIRM on Tuesday Sep 5'th with Hot Air Expeditions by calling 1-480-502-6999
Departures may vary and flights can only be operated with safe winds, clear sky, and no rain. In case of unsuitable weather the trip will be refunded in full.
After hotel pickup at 5:00AM at Four Seasons in Phoenix, you’re transferred to Deer Valley Airport. Once the licensed pilot and experienced crew get your hot air balloon ready for flight, climb inside the basket for the approximate 1-hour ride.
You’ll feel almost motionless as your balloon gently leaves the ground, traveling at speeds of 5–6 mph (8–9.6 kph). Float with the wind on an airy ride at elevations as high as 5,000 feet (1,524 meters). Peer out over the Phoenix valley and enjoy a panoramic vista above the saguaros of the Sonoran Desert. Exhilaration comes with the sunrise or sunset,
Followed by a gourmet breakfast and taking part in a ballooning tradition by toasting your aerial tour with chilled Champagne. Then enjoy cuisine catered by the award-winning French-fusion restaurant, Vincent on Camelback.
Sample Menu (subject to change without notice): Sit-down, Champagne Breakfast Chilled Champagne Orange juice Southwestern vegetable quiche Warm croissants Soft cheese Seasonal fresh fruit
You’ll receive a commemorative flight certificate and be dropped off in Phoenix to complete your 3.5-hour experience.
Gratuities are OPTIONAL
Read more about Phoenix Hot Air Balloon Ride 2017 at: https://www.viator.com/tours/Phoenix/Phoenix-Hot-Air-Balloon-Ride/d639-5095HOT?pub=vcps
