Outdoor and Adventure Packages
Hot Air Balloon Ride Package
$850, plus tax
In 1784, Thomas Jefferson was profoundly interested in the great new technological innovation of hot air balloons. He believed the balloon would have many uses, including transporting goods, gathering military intelligence, and discovering the North Pole. Experience the same fascination and amazement that our eminent founding father felt, while flying over the same landscape in which he felt it!
A hot air balloon ride is an incredibly peaceful and gentle way to witness the beauty of Central Virginia. Trust us--we've flown a number of times ourselves and found the experience to be relaxing and breathtakingly beautiful. There is simply no better way to tour Virginia's gorgeous rolling hills and flowing rivers.
The Holladay House Bed and Breakfast has partnered with Monticello Country Ballooning to provide this amazing experience to our guests.
The Hot Air Balloon Package includes:
- 2 nights at our historic bed and breakfast, including a delicious breakfast each morning (if you are taking a sunrise flight, we will provide a breakfast-to-go).
- Hot Air Balloon Ride for two, either in the morning at sunrise or in the evening at sunset (flight time is about an hour, but the total event takes about 3 hours)
- A champagne toast (a long-standing ballooning tradition)
- Digital Photos taken by the ground crew (be sure to bring your own camera with extra batteries as well!)
- Local pick-up and transportation to and from the launch site
Naturally, hot air ballooning is subject to weather conditions. If your flight must be canceled due to weather, we'll do everything we can to reschedule your flight during your stay with us. However, if this is not possible, we are happy to provide a voucher for a future flight during your next visit!
If you are a student of historical subjects, you may be interested in reading a letter that Thomas Jefferson wrote regarding his thoughts on hot air balloons.
Virginia Splendor Package
This 3-day, 2-night package combines three perfect ways to view Virginia’s Splendor:
By Land: ride on horseback through quintessential Virginia countryside, drive through scenic rolling farmland landscapes, hike with a guide on less-crowded trails, sip some award-winning wine while taking in the Blue Ridge skyline.
By Water: kayak with an outfitter that gives you access to private waters or fish in local rivers and lakes.
By Air: float along in a hot air balloon, brave the speed of skydiving, challenge the skies in an open-cockpit bi-plane.
The package for two includes:
- 3-day, 2-night stay in your choice of elegantly decorated rooms
- A delectable breakfast each morning
- Arrangement of your choice of activities, including reservations, maps, suggestions and directions
- A picnic lunch for two for one day of your excursions
- Two one-hour in-room massages by a licensed massage therapist
- Complimentary winery tasting passes
- Homemade cookies and beverages upon your return every evening
Package pricing:
- Traditional room package (Blue Room or Oak Room) $559, including tax, does not include outdoor excursion pricing.
- Luxury room package (John Madison Suite, Ivy Suite, Garden Room) $659, including tax, does not include outdoor excursion pricing.
- Stay a third consecutive night, and the 3rd NIGHT AT 50% OFF!
Please note, all activities are subject to weather conditions. Rescheduling is available. Not available with any other discount. Based on availability.
