About This Tour

Experience the magic of the 2025 Lake George Balloon Festival with Best of Times Travel! This 3-day Senior Touring trip offers a delightful blend of festive excitement, cultural exploration, and scenic beauty.

Overview

Join us for a captivating journey to the heart of the Lake George Balloon Festival. Witness the breathtaking spectacle of hundreds of colorful balloons filling the sky, enjoy a relaxing dinner cruise on the picturesque Lake George, and delve into American history and art at the renowned Norman Rockwell Museum. This trip is designed for seniors seeking a memorable and enriching travel experience.

For a sample of the Balloon Festival Click Here.

Highlights:

• Senior Group Travel: This trip is specifically designed for seniors, offering a relaxed pace and comfortable accommodations.
• Lake George Balloon Festival: Witness the awe-inspiring spectacle of hundreds of balloons taking flight, creating a vibrant and unforgettable experience.
• Norman Rockwell Museum: Explore the world's largest collection of original Norman Rockwell art, including iconic paintings and illustrations.
• Lake George Dinner Cruise: Enjoy a scenic evening cruise on beautiful Lake George, savoring a delicious meal while admiring the breathtaking scenery.
• NY State Museum: Discover the fascinating history and natural wonders of New York State at this renowned institution.

 Your Tour Includes:

• Roundtrip Deluxe Motor Coach Transportation
• 2 Nights Comfortable Lodging in the Lake George Area
• 3 Meals: 2 Delicious Breakfasts* and a memorable Dinner Cruise on Lake George
• Entry to the Lake George Balloon Festival with multiple opportunities to witness the balloon launches
• Tour of the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, MA, featuring the world's largest collection of original Rockwell art.
• Visit to the NY State Museum in Albany, NY, exploring the rich history and natural wonders of New York State.
• Services of an Experienced Best of Times Travel Tour Manager to ensure a smooth and enjoyable journey.
• All Taxes and Best of Times Travel Tour Manager Gratuities are Included.

• Optional Travelers Insurance by Chubb is offered - Click Here for Details on Chubb Travel Insurance Program

Pricing is for a Single Group Pick-Up.  Non-Group Bookings will be required to travel to the nearest Best of Times or Group Set Pick-Up Location. Best of Times Travel will notify you of the closest departure point to where you live approximately 3 weeks prior to the trip departure date. 

*Breakfast at the hotel is based upon normal hotel breakfast hours and may not be available prior to our departure for morning lift off events at the festival.  Guests opting for morning lift off viewing may have to purchase breakfast at the festival on their own.  

**Please note Best of Times Travel is not responsible for weather, traffic conditions, or other events beyond our control that may adjust the time-line or overall events of the fair as it is an outdoor event.  All ballooning activities are weather dependent. Ballooning is a fair weather sport. Balloons will not fly in the rain. Winds must also be light in order for balloons to safely launch. Ideal conditions are for wind speeds to be 3-5 MPH. As wind speeds increase beyond 8-10 it is unlikely balloons will be able to fly.  Information on launch status will be determined via a pilots briefing shortly before estimated launch times.  Best of Times Travel will make provisions to visit the Saratoga Casino in the off-chance circumstance that the festival does not operate on Saturday as scheduled**

Neither Best of Times Travel or The Festival schedules or books balloon rides. If you refer to the “ Participating Pilots” section of the festival website, WHEN AVAILABLE (typically late in the summer), You will find details including photographs of participating pilots and their balloons.  Any balloon rides should be scheduled for Saturday September 20th ONLY.  

https://www.adirondackballoonfest.org

Here are the Specific Terms & Conditions of Sale For this program.

Rates and itineraries shown here were in effect at the time of printing and no changes are anticipated; however, Best of Times Travel reserves the right to withdraw any tour or to make any rate changes, as necessary.  Prices are subject to change.  A deposit is always required to confirm a reservation. A Deposit of $200pp, plus insurance premium (if selected) is due upon registration to confirm your reservation.  Travel Insurance: We recommend your purchase of optional travel insurance.  This optional travel insurance is per person and the premium is based on the overall trip cost.  Travelers MUST purchase the plan at the time of initial deposit.  Coverage will not be in place unless your full Deposit is received.   Cancellation schedule and fees are in place regardless of cancellation reason (including, but not limited to, force majeure, health pandemics or government restrictions).  Travel Insurance Premium is also Non-Refundable regardless of cancellation reason.   Payment in full must be received by July 10th, 2025 or this may result in an automatic cancellation.   Please note:  All cancellations must be made in writing and sent to Best of Times Travel via traditional mail or emailed to [email protected].  The date of cancellation is deemed to be the date received by Best of Times Travel.  Cancellation Charges for this programs are as follows:  Cancellations from date of booking until 7/10/25 have no cancellation fee. Cancellations from 7/11/25 until 8/1/25 will be assessed a cancellation fee of 75% of the total fare.  Cancellations after 8/1/25 will receive no refund, 100% of total fare.  Best of Times Travel is not responsible for any refunds over and above said amount.  Best of Times Travel reserves the right to issue any refunds, in whole or in part, in the form of future travel credit. 

*Pre-Existing Medical Condition Exclusion Waiver has the following stipulations: plan must be purchased within 15 days of initial trip payment, insured must be medically able to travel at time of purchasing the plan, all pre-paid, non-refundable trip costs need to be insured.  This information is a brief description of the features of this insurance program. Coverage & pricing may vary by state. The provision of this document is for informational purposes only and is not an insurance contract. Coverage is being marketed by Chubb Insurance Solutions Agency, Inc. located at 202 Halls Mills Road, Whitehouse Station, New Jersey 08889. Insurance benefits are underwritten by ACE Property & Casualty Insurance Company located at 436 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106.