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I count my Cappadocia hot-air balloon flight as one of life's great thrills.

Here's how a normal flight goes:

The crew picks you up at your hotel before dawn and drives you to the takeoff site. After a chilly dawn launch you float silently above the Cappadocian moonscape dotted with villages, vineyards and fruit orchards for about an hour, coming down in a farmer's field.

The crew retrieves you and the aircraft, then breaks out the bubbly for a traditional champagne toast to a successful aeronautical adventure. This photo gallery has more info.

The best flying weather is from April through October when the skies are clear and the winds light at dawn, but some companies fly in winter as well on days with favorable weather for flying.

Here are tips for a successful Cappadocian hot-air balloon experience:

1. Read these tips on hot-air balloon safety and how to choose a balloon company.

2. Reserve your place(s) in the balloon basket several days in advance if you can.

3. It's best to schedule your flight for the morning after your first night in Cappadocia. If unsuitable weather prevents the balloons from flying on that first morning, you'll have a back-up possibility on your second or later morning.

A balloon ascent is not cheap, but it's little enough to pay for a truly unforgettable experience in your life. And when it comes to price, you must realize that not all balloon flights are the same. For example:

—Flight safety is extremely important, but some flights—and balloon companies—are safer than others. More...


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Hot-air Balloons Over Cappadocia

Above, Hot-air balloons float above the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia.
Below, drifting through a valley above a town.