Hot-Air Ballooning

Balloon Aloft Hunter Valley. It's an early start to the day, but drifting above the vineyards at sunrise in a hot air balloon is an absolutely magical way to see the Hunter Valley. Balloon Aloft has been operating since the late '70s and runs hour-long sunrise flights, which culminate with a celebratory Champagne breakfast at Petersons Winery. Wine Country Dr., Pokolbin, New South Wales, 2320. 02/4991–1955; 1300/723279; www.balloonaloft.com. From A$339.