Brunello di Montalcino Helicopter Experience – A Journey Through Wine, Landscapes & Gourmet Excellence
- Private Leonardo Trekker
- Twin-Engine & Two-Pilot Crew
- Florence, Siena & Montalcino
- Michelin-Starred Dining
- Wine & Gourmet Journey
- Brunello di Montalcino
Why Book This Tour
- Rise above Florence and watch the Renaissance city give way to the rolling hills of Tuscany and the vineyards of Montalcino
- Enjoy a breathtaking Helicopter Tour over Florence, Siena, and Montalcino, revealing some of Italy’s most iconic landscapes from a privileged aerial perspective
- Experience Brunello di Montalcino through exclusive wine tastings at renowned wineries, discovering the depth, structure, and longevity of one of the world’s most celebrated wines
- Indulge in a refined dining experience at Il Silene, where cuisine reflects the authenticity and richness of the Tuscan countryside
- An unforgettable immersion into a region that defines Italian wine excellence, where landscape, wine, and gastronomy come together in perfect harmony
What to expect
Your experience begins in Florence, where a private transfer escorts you to the helipad. Here, you will be welcomed by your two professional pilots and introduced to your twin-engine Leonardo AW109S Trekker—an advanced helicopter designed for comfort, performance, and enhanced safety, operated by a dedicated two-pilot crew to ensure the highest standards throughout the flight.
The helicopter lifts smoothly into the sky, revealing Florence in all its beauty before continuing over Siena and into the rolling landscapes of Montalcino—one of the most revered wine territories in the world, where vineyards and historic estates define the essence of Brunello.
You will land at Podere Le Ripi Winery, where approximately two hours are dedicated to an exclusive Brunello wine tasting experience, offering a deeper understanding of the philosophy, craftsmanship, and identity behind this iconic wine.
The experience continues with a landing at Il Silene Restaurant, where a refined gourmet moment awaits in an intimate and authentic Tuscan setting.
Your journey unfolds further with a Helicopter Tour over Montalcino before arriving at Castiglion del Bosco, where approximately two hours of wine tasting allow you to fully immerse yourself in the character, balance, and elegance of Brunello di Montalcino.
The experience concludes with your return flight to the departure place, leaving you with a lasting sense of clarity, refinement, and timeless Tuscan beauty.
After lunch, you will take off once more for a HeliTour over San Quirico d’Orcia, Pienza, and Montepulciano—an extraordinary sequence of landscapes and historic towns, each revealing a new perspective of Tuscany’s enduring beauty.
Your final landing is at Castiglion del Bosco, where you will enjoy a second exclusive wine tasting, completing your immersion into the world of Brunello with depth and elegance.
As you return to your departure point, relax and take in the final views as the Tuscan countryside slowly fades into the distance, bringing your journey to a close in a seamless blend of discovery, refinement, and unforgettable moments.
What’s included
- Two professional pilots
- Private twin-engine helicopter tour aboard Leonardo AW109S Trekker
- Round-trip transfer from your hotel to the helipad by Mercedes vehicle with personal driver
- Helicopter Tour over Florence, Siena & Montalcino
- Landing and approximately 2 hours of exclusive wine tasting at Podere Le Ripi Winery
- Landing at Il Silene Restaurant for a refined gourmet experience
- Landing at Castiglion del Bosco Winery, including approximately 2 hours of exclusive wine tasting
Not included
- Personal expenses
Know before you go
- Total duration: approximately 7-8 hours
- Total flight time: approximately 70 minutes (round trip)
- Ground experience duration: approximately 4 hours
- Round-trip transfer duration: approximately 60–120 minutes, depending on hotel location
- Comfortable yet elegant attire is recommended
- Advance booking is required due to limited availability
- Experience is private and fully customizable upon request
Important Information
- Twin-engine helicopter with advanced safety systems
- Passenger capacity: up to 6 people per helicopter
- Flight duration may vary depending on conditions
- Flights are subject to weather conditions
- Some helipads/airports may require passport details; we will inform you accordingly
- Passenger weight may be required for groups of more than 4 passengers
Booking Policy
- No charge is made at the time of booking
- Once the flight is confirmed, your card will be charged in full and a final confirmation will be sent
Cancellation Policy
- After flight confirmation: 10% cancellation fee
- From 14 to 7 days before departure: 30% cancellation fee
- From 7 days to 72 hours before departure: 50% cancellation fee
- From 72 to 24 hours before departure: 75% cancellation fee
- Less than 24 hours before departure or no-show: 100% cancellation fee