Create Lasting Memories with Friends & Family As You Soar over Wine County
Gather your favorite people for a private hot air balloon flight designed exclusively for groups of 3–16 passengers. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, family milestone, or simply looking for a unique way to spend time together, this private experience lets you and your guests enjoy the magic of hot air ballooning in Temecula with no one else in the basket but your group and a certified pilot.
Over the course of your 60-75 minute flight, you’ll lift off from the heart of wine country and drift above vineyards, lakes, citrus groves, and estate homes as the morning sun fills the valley. The full experience, from arrival at Bolero Winery to post-flight champagne, mimosas, or juice in the VIP area, takes about three hours. With different basket sizes available, our ground crew ensures your group is matched to the ideal fit!
What Makes This Temecula Balloon Ride Special?
- Your Own Private Basket – The balloon is exclusively for your group, offering space and privacy for everyone on board.
- Instagram-Worthy Moments – Snap and share stunning sunrise shots, group selfies, and sweeping vineyard views that will light up your feed.
- Unmatched Views & Wildlife – Spot birds, open countryside, and local landmarks from a perspective you simply can’t get on the ground.
- Expert Pilot Guidance – Your certified pilot ensures a safe, comfortable flight while pointing out the valley’s highlights.
- Post-Flight Celebration – Wrap up your flight on the beautiful outdoor patio at Bolero Winery with a champagne, mimosa, or juice toast.
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Flight Details
Your Private Hot Air Balloon Flight Details
Price
$1599 – $3099 per basket, depending on number of passengers
Departure time
Jan – Mar: 6:30 am
Apr: 6:00 am
May – Aug: 5:30 am
Sep: 6:00 am
Oct – Dec: 6:30 am
Meeting point
Bolero at Europa Village Winery
41150 Via Europa Temecula, CA 92591
Availability
Open year-round, seven days a week.
Duration
60–75 minutes of flight time, along with transfers to the launch site and celebratory post-flight drinks. Plan on a total of about three hours for the full experience.
Group size
Perfect for groups of 3 to 16, this private flight can also be arranged for larger parties. For corporate outings, team-building events, or any special gathering, contact us for a tailored quote.
What to wear
We recommend you wear long pants, closed toed shoes and layered clothing for your comfort and safety.
Included
- Sunrise private flight (60–75 minutes)
- Post‑flight celebration at Bolero Winery with complimentary beverages including champagne, orange juice, mimosas, sparkling cider, bottled water
- 20% off La Scappatella champagne
- Free ample parking and restrooms
What to bring
Your camera and sun protection
Flight crew
- One FAA-certified commercial balloon pilot per flight (pilot doubles as tour guide)
- Crew Chief
- Ground chase crew team coordinates launch/landing and transportation
Here’s How Your Temecula Hot Air Balloon Adventure Unfolds
Meeting Point and Check-In
The experience begins at Bolero Winery, conveniently located just off Rancho California Road in the heart of wine country. Meeting times vary by season, generally between 5:30 am in summer and 6:30 am in winter. You’ll receive your exact check-in time when your reservation is confirmed. Upon arrival, you and your group will be greeted by your pilot, checked in, and transported together to the launch site in one of our comfortable chase vehicles. Restrooms and ample parking are available at the winery.
Launch and Flight
At the launch site, you’ll watch your seven-story balloon come to life as it’s inflated with cool morning air. Guests are welcome to take part in the setup or simply enjoy watching the process with family and friends. Once airborne, your pilot ensures a smooth, safe, and memorable flight, staying in communication with the trained ground crew who follow the balloon until landing.
Soaring Over Temecula’s Wine Country
Your private group Temecula hot air balloon ride begins at sunrise, with the entire basket reserved exclusively for your party and your pilot. Guided by the morning breeze, every flight follows its own path – no two experiences are ever the same. From above, you’ll see vineyards, citrus groves, lakes, wineries, estate homes, and even local wildlife. Throughout the journey, your FAA-certified pilot ensures a safe and enjoyable experience, pointing out landmarks such as Lake Skinner, Old Town Temecula, and the surrounding mountains. Best of all, the flight offers a chance to capture stunning, in-flight group photos together.
Landing and Celebration
After a gentle landing, our crew will return your group to Bolero Winery for a celebratory toast. Together, you’ll enjoy a glass of our private-label La Scappatella champagne, a mimosa, or fresh orange juice in the winery’s VIP area. If you’re marking a birthday, reunion, or other milestone, let us know – we’re happy to help make the occasion extra special. For an added treat, you can include individually packaged bundtlets from Nothing Bundt Cakes for a small additional fee.
Perks
Before departing, receive 20% off any purchase of our signature La Scappatella champagne – an elegant keepsake of your Temecula hot air balloon ride.
Frequently Asked Questions
Grape Escape Balloon Adventures specializes in making every flight feel like a special occasion. To enhance your birthday, anniversary, or proposal, we offer a complimentary celebration banner for your basket. You can also add individually packaged bundtlets from Nothing Bundt Cakes for a nominal charge. Visit our Special Occasions page for more ways to celebrate with us.
We’ve proudly operated in Temecula since 1991, with safety at the heart of everything we do. To meet insurance guidelines, all guests are required to sign a Release of Liability Waiver.
The average flight altitude for a hot air balloon is from tree top level to 3000 feet. The flight plan depends upon wind velocity, direction and the passenger’s desires.
There is no minimum or maximum age restriction on riding in a hot air balloon. Our only consideration is that passengers need to be 4 feet tall, in good health, be able to stand during the entire flight and climb in and out of the basket.
The actual flight time for a Temecula hot air balloon ride is approximately one hour. The entire hot air balloon experience, including pre-flight preparation, flight and post-flight celebration, may take two and a half to three hours.
This private group hot air balloon flight is exclusively for you and your group. You can book your flight for 3 people or for up to 16 people. A certified commercial pilot is the only crew member who will be in the basket with you to ensure a smooth and safe flight, from lift off to landing.
The attire for hot air ballooning is casual. We take off and land in open fields. To maximize your enjoyment, dress appropriately for the season, using casual active wear and closed sport shoes. Bring a sweater, sweatshirt or jacket. Shorts, open toed and high heeled shoes are not allowed. Due to heat generated by the hot air balloon’s propane burners, a hat is preferable for tall passengers.
A video or camera offers the perfect opportunity to capture the spectacular scenery and memories of your hot air balloon tour. The crew will be available before you take off to take your picture in the basket.
Winds are typically calm and stable during the first hours after sunrise, which is why hot air ballooning in the Temecula Valley operates only at sunrise. As the sun heats the earth’s surface, thermal activity builds and creates stronger, unpredictable winds later in the day. For safe flying, ideal wind speeds are between 3–6 miles per hour. Our meeting times are scheduled to match sunrise for the safest conditions, ranging from 5:30 am in summer to 6:30 am in winter.
Yes! Gift cards are available for your gift giving pleasure. Gift cards can be purchased over the telephone with a credit card or purchased securely online from our Gift Cards page.
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Important Information for Our Customers
Health & Safety
We offer hot air balloon tours seven days a week, weather permitting at sunrise over the picturesque Temecula Valley wine country in Southern California. Flights are weather-dependent, and your safety is our first priority. To find out more about our health and safety procedures, please visit our Health & Safety Requirements page(opens in a new tab).
Duration & Schedule
Scenic flights are 60–75 minutes long. However, plan to spend up to three hours with us for your entire hot air balloon excursion. Meeting times vary from 5:30 – 6:30 am depending on the season. Due to the early morning hours overnight lodging is recommended.
Our Fleet
There are fifteen colorful hot air balloons in our fleet. Our hot air balloons and baskets have the latest innovations in design, comfort and safety and can accommodate two to sixteen passengers each. All our equipment is FAA certified, we are fully insured and licensed by the Public Utilities Commission TCP #11964-C.
Reservations & Booking
We accept reservations for any number of passengers from a single guest to groups of any size. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. A major credit card will reserve a date of your choice. Call us 951-699-9987, our friendly reservation specialists are available Monday – Saturday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (PT) or book your flight online now(opens in a new tab)!
Cancellation & Refunds
We understand plans can change, so if you cancel at least 48 hours before check-in you will receive a refund minus an 8% processing fee, but cancellations, changes, or no-shows within 48 hours are non-refundable.
Participation Requirements
Guests should be in good health, at least 4 feet tall, able to climb in and out of the basket unassisted, stand for an hour, and free of recent surgeries, back or leg issues, a cast, oxygen use, or pregnancy; please review our complete health and safety requirements(opens in a new tab) for more information.
Special Occasions
Complimentary special occasion banner add-ons are available, including packages for birthdays, anniversaries, and more. Visit our Special Occasions page for more information on how we can help make your Temecula balloon adventure unique!
Memorable Moments on Our Private Temecula Balloon Rides
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