Tour Lancaster County's Amish Country - From Above!
If you are looking for things to do in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, a hot air balloon ride is the perfect thing.
During your flight, you’ll be treated to majestic views of Lancaster County farmland, flying over Intercourse, Bird-in-Hand, and Strasburg. On a clear day, you might even see the headwaters of the Chesapeake Bay or Delaware Bay! So, if you're looking for something fun to do outside or a romantic date idea in Lancaster, PA, take flight in an exciting, yet peaceful, hot air balloon ride!
Book online today or call our office at (800) 763-5987 with any questions.
Shared Lancaster County Hot Air Balloon Ride
Tour Lancaster County's Amish Country as you float through the countryside!
You'll spending 2.5 to 3 hours for your hot air balloon ride from start to finish (flight time is approximately one hour). Your balloon ride begins on the ground, where you can choose to help the crew assemble the balloon and take some time for pictures. Then, climb aboard your balloon to set sail on your skyward adventure!
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Private Lancaster County Hot Air Balloon Flight
Perfect for romantic dates, anniversaries, engagements, and even weddings!
Become part of the scenery and take an amazing journey in a hot air balloon over beautiful Lancaster County. The experience begins before the flight! Arrive at the launch site and interact with the crew and help to assemble the balloon. Be sure to bring your camera - there will be many opportunities for photos!
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A Unique Lancaster County Experience
As your balloon ride comes to an end, you’ll often meet Amish farmers and see children chasing you barefoot in the fields, waving at the marvelous site.
What You'll See
During the flight, you’ll be treated to interesting views of the surrounding PA Dutch Country area, such as:
- Amish farms
- Small Lancaster towns of Intercourse, New Holland, Strasburg, Ephrata, and the Reading skyline
- Farmland untouched by technology
- Rolling hills and woodlands
- Amish horse & buggies
- On a clear day, you might even see the headwaters of the Chesapeake Bay and/or Delaware Bay (near Philadelphia)
After your flight, you’ll return to your launch point in a comfortable air-conditioned van and be treated to a light snack and champagne toast. You’ll also receive an official flight certificate suitable for framing.
Book online today or call our office at (800) 763-5987 with any and all questions about this amazing experience!
Fun & Romantic Things to Do in Lancaster & York, PA
So, if you're looking for something fun to do outside or a romantic date idea in Lancaster, PA, take flight in an exciting, yet peaceful, hot air balloon ride!
Private flights are perfect for:
- Date activity (they’ll be on cloud nine)
- Anniversary celebrations (reminisce while floating gently through the air)
- Engagements (propose in the air!)
- Weddings (get married in the air – seriously!)
- Client Appreciation (they won’t remember that gift basket anyway…)
- Employee Appreciation (lunch just isn’t nearly as memorable!)
- Potential Clients (stand out from competitors…)
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or call our office at (800) 763-5987 with any questions.Reviews
A K
23:37 15 Sep 19
We saw them in passing during the bird in hand half marathon. The staff was very friendly, ready for the balloons. What a great sight to see them, they were beautiful.
Sharon C.
15:40 10 Sep 19
My husband surprised me with a hot air balloon ride.It was amazing. We can’t say enough about the team and our pilot.These guys are professional, helpful and know what there doing.We went up in Lancaster PA, last week.Thank you all for a wonderful time.read more
Cindy M.
10:04 11 Sep 19
[984]WOW. What an amazing experience.I'm afraid of heights and I agreed to go and I'm so glad that I did as you don't even notice the heights. Almost...
Kurt T.
06:16 12 Sep 19
As a warning up front: my wife and I purchased tickets for a ride, and due to weather, got postponed 4 times over the course of a year. When we did get our chance, it was a wonderfully amazing experience. Our pilot was exceptional and very charismatic (grandson of the owner/founder of this branch of the company), and the experience was one that we will never forget. I drive through this beautiful farmland everyday, but from the sky (with basically only a wicker basket between you and 1000 feet to the ground), a whole new appreciation was gained.read more
Brittany N.
23:00 01 Sep 19
What an amazing experience! Worth every penny! The crew was very professional and kind. Even let the Amish kids who were watching us land help put the balloon away. Will definitely do this again!
Jim H.
12:17 12 May 18
US Hot-air balloon came through in the clutch! We were rained out the previous week, but Brenda was sure to get us in at the Lancaster location the day...
Denise P.
01:45 09 Sep 19
What a nice beautiful day
Jeannette K.
18:00 24 Aug 19
We had a great time! The scenery was awesome and the flight team really knew what they were doing. Thx for the adventure!
Nicole H.
06:37 01 Oct 17
Oh, my, goodness! So much fun!! I will admit, I was scared to step in that itty bitty basket and take off, but ultimately, it was an amazing experience. It...
denise T.
01:44 08 Sep 19
We got there when it started, but unfortunately it was too windy to ride. We decided to go eat and cone back for the Glow. The wind had died down enough for rides, but we missed them. The Glow was cool, even though we thought they were going up in the air. They did not. Probably because of the slight wind. It was cool to see them up close though. The food truck festival part was a little weak. Not a lot of trucks for the amount of people. The lines were atleast 50 deep. We will plan on going again next year and making sure we get a ride.read more
Brian R. T.
23:40 02 Aug 19
Great pilots, fantastic trip.
Nancy M.
09:45 20 Jun 17
Amazing experience. Definitely a check off our bucket lists. The pilot and crew were awesome. Our pilot answered many many questions as we sailed over...
Ganesh B.
23:40 07 Sep 19
Awesome Ballon festival
Colleen Mulvey H.
18:35 02 Aug 19
Very professional organization. Extremely special adventure. Beautiful, exciting and relaxing at the same time.
Carly H.
15:39 18 Jul 16
I can't speak more highly of my experience with the United States Hot Air Balloon team. I scheduled a private hot air balloon flight for a special family...
B W.
21:29 25 Aug 19
Awesome balloon ride. Had a great time will definitely do it again!! The crew was exceptional!!!!! Loved it!! Thank you for allowing me to enjoy this bucket list adventure!!!
Lisa L.
00:39 17 Jul 19
Professionalism, informative and knowledgeable.
Eric S.
11:17 04 Jul 19
Exceptional service with informative staff and breath taking views.
Mary R.
21:56 16 Jul 19
I would love to win the ride on the hot air balloon ... I could then give the pilots a high score for the ride of a life time ! The United States Hot Air balloonists must be a highly qualified team... The date noted to win the ride is actually one day before our 30 th anniversary... What a terrific & awesome way to help us celebrate!!! Please pick us !!read more
John n Rebecca M.
15:27 05 Jun 19
Magical experience. If you ever thought of doing this it was worth every penny and minute.
Ruth Frey M.
17:40 25 Jun 19
My husband and I began our Retirement with a balloon ride on June 24, 2019. It was beautiful and we would enjoy doing it again. The Pilots were great and the whole team was very courteous and helpful! I would highly recommend this company and team!!
Karla L.
21:17 08 Apr 19
Had a great time. They were very friendly. We had to reschedule from last week due to weather but we were able to change it to this week with no problem. It was a smooth take off and landing. A couple on the ride got engaged next to us! Congrats to them!read more
Kara M.
02:32 25 Jun 19
Absolutely loved our flight in Gettysburg! Awesome crew and pilot & great views! 😍
Austin H.
19:48 02 Jun 18
If you want to do something truly unique and like nothing else, go on a balloon ride with a friend or group!!! I met Jesse Watters of Fox News and got my picture taken with him!!
Beth Royer G.
09:49 24 Jun 19
The Crew were so friendly and helpful, we had a delightful time. The weather finally cooperated after a few postponements! The kids in the neighborhood, where we landed will have lots to talk about for quite a while.
milton T.
16:01 25 Sep 17
Best Time! Very great experience my daughter and I loved it!!!
Jenn G.
18:10 12 Jun 19
Great flight crew, very instructional and insightful. The weather, views & ride could not have been better! Professional & experienced!
tbrozina
10:30 24 Aug 17
My son and I flew 6AM on 8-22-17 (my contact info was bat1962). Our pilot Lucas was extremely skilled in handling the balloon, no small feat with such a combersome thing. The ground crew was also very good and worked quickly. They took pictures for us and made the whole event very enjoyable. It's a shame I can't give them more than 5 stars. I would definitely fly with you again and look forward to it.read more
Melissa Martin S.
19:41 08 Jun 19
Great experience and friendly crew.!
Kelly D.
12:40 26 Mar 17
My family and I had an amazing experience! I would do this again anyday. I am afraid of heights but did not feel one but scared in the air. Ask for Jake as your tour guide. He is friendly, knowledgeable, and funny. The guys who help set up, follow us in the van, and pack up were equally great. We went for a sunrise ride and it was gorgeous!read more
Michael S.
15:02 25 May 19
Just a 1st Class experience all the way around. Great service, great team, great company, and a great way to start this Memorial Day weekend. As Arnold says, "I'll be back!"
Sven M
00:23 21 Apr 16
We got married in a balloon with this company, and can not say enough about how amazing the experience was!! Our pilot was Lucas, and he was not only an expert with his balloon, he was an extremely cordial and pleasant guide. He helped to put us all at ease while maneuvering our flight, and was impressively knowledgeable about the area and of safety concerns. My new wife and I will always remember our amazing sunrise ceremony; it was more beautiful than we imagined. Both my wife and I were/are in AWE of our experience! The ground crew was cheerful even though they had a tough time keeping up with us sometimes, and took some outstanding pictures of us to boot. The champagne toast afterward was a really nice touch as well. Worth every penny and will definitely go again!read more
Tricia T.
13:23 07 Apr 19
The balloon ride and crew were great! Highly recommend everyone go and do this!
Rahul D.
00:14 06 May 13
We being first timers, it was an awesome experience. The pilot was good and instructions were clear with no hint of being scared about anything. We landed in a field and the experience of take off and landing was seamless. I think we went up to about 1200 ft. The team is very good. I would highly recommend this ride. read more
Kayla B.
22:49 14 Mar 19
My boyfriend & I did a ride over Lancaster in 2003. Amazing experience!!! One of my favorite cherished memories 🤗 I am even afraid of heights but the hot air balloon felt like there was a photo reel of beauty scrolling under our basket. Spend the money. DO THIS!!!read more
Jose S.
07:12 10 Sep 19
I love
Dora S C.
13:26 03 Mar 19
Both my husband & had a peaceful sunrise flight with Jesse Newcomer. We departed from Pottstown.Jesse and his crew were very professional and informative. We had an amazing time! They were all outgoing & we had fun hanging out afterwards for a little celebration🍾🥂Definitely recommend this experience.Thanks guysread more
guy D.
01:30 08 Sep 19
Pretty neat place lots of shops
Angelina F.
23:46 02 Feb 19
Had a phenomenal time this morning flying with Stan and Jesse! Both were professional and awesome! Not a single complaint! We’ll be back!! Thank you guys!!
Paul K.
13:21 27 Jul 19
Great ride, crew. Highly recommended!!
Diana B.
20:45 12 Jan 19
A wonderful flight and experience from start to finish. Very personable and interactive pilot and crew. A check ✅ off the bucket list and an amazing Birthday!
Cecelia H
10:26 02 Jun 19
Our hot air balloon ride was incredible. We were delayed roughly an hour while the winds died down, which was for everyone's safety. Jesse was a great pilot and explained everything to us. The ground crew was great also.
Robert J.
13:18 04 Jan 19
Great group of Professional Pilots. Nice. Smooth ride.
Rosario A.
02:13 19 Nov 17
I had an excellent experience with my husband. They gave my husband the opportunity to choose the date and it was exactly for my birthday.I enjoyed a beautiful view and an unforgettable moment.
Ray C.
14:08 06 Dec 18
Great ride and great people!!
mike M.
07:28 29 Apr 17
Great views from the heavens! Take a ride and change your perspective of all things!
Tricia B.
14:37 18 Nov 18
We had a great time! The guys were terrific!
tayush M.
13:08 27 Jul 14
Best first time experience , will definitely do it again . Awesome knowledgeable crew .
John W.
01:48 20 Oct 18
Wonderful flight, amazing views and awesome crew!!! If you're thinking about it, just do it!
Suzan K
16:36 08 Sep 19
The selection and variety of balloon designs are amazing, and I've seen them both during the day and at night when they lit up and it is extremely spectacular!
Kathleen D.
16:39 14 Oct 18