Activity Spotlight: Lancaster County Hot Air Balloon Ride

The southeastern section of Pennsylvania, also coined Pennsylvania Dutch Country, is widely popular for many things. The local Dutch history, culture, and cuisine is certainly one of the many things that draws visitors into the area from miles around, as is the large Amish population and attractions like the Sight and Sound Theater and Hersheypark, to name just a few. While these are all popular aspects of the region that people love to enjoy with a visit to the area, one of the biggest draws is the natural beauty of the rolling hills and picturesque farmlands. While you can certainly enjoy sightseeing and taking in the serene landscapes from the ground, you will not want to miss out on your chance to savor the views from high in the area with a Lancaster County Hot Air Balloon Ride.

The Lancaster County Hot Air Balloon Ride experience is a wonderful way to start a new day in the Lancaster area. Your experience begins in the early morning hours, just as dawn is breaking and the brilliant hues of the sunrise are creating gorgeous effects on the landscapes. You will soar up into the sky in a secure hot air balloon basket, departing from Bird in Hand, Pennsylvania. For a full hour, you can soar over the landscapes and take in aerial views of the many Amish farmlands that dot the countryside, and you will also pass over areas like the Susquehanna River, York, Harrisburg, Ephrata and Strasburg. You will be happy you brought your camera along with you so you can capture some of these incredible views to cherish for years to come. With nothing more than the sound of the hot air filling the balloon from time to time, you will enjoy the serenity of this incredible experience as you drift and soar through the skies of Pennsylvania.

There are few experiences quite as memorable as a hot air balloon ride, and there are few destinations that are more well-suited for such an experience. With its spectacular landscapes featuring rolling hills, farmlands, and quaint towns, you will have plenty of amazing sights to see with the Lancaster County Hot Air Balloon Ride.