Heli Restaurant - Domaine des Hauts de Loire

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Héli Restaurant - Domaine des Hauts de Loire: gourmet helicopter flights

Offrez-vous une parenthèse d’exception avec un vol gastronomique en hélicoptère vers le Domaine des Hauts de Loire. Au départ de l’aéroport de Tours Val de Loire, vous embarquez pour un vol privatif d’environ, avant d’atterrir au cœur d’un Relais & Châteaux iconique, niché dans un parc de plusieurs dizaines d’hectares.

This Héli Restaurant - Domaine des Hauts de Loire experience combines private helicopter transportation (1 to 6 passengers) and a gastronomic getaway in one of the region's finest hotel estates. You'll fly over the Loire River, vineyards and châteaux before arriving at a charming refuge for a gourmet lunch or dinner.

Your gourmet helicopter flight from Tours

Welcome at Tours Val de Loire airport

Your private helicopter flight begins atTours Val de Loire airport, located in the heart of Touraine :

  • 5 minutes from the A10 (Paris - Bordeaux) and A28 (Le Mans) motorways,
  • about 10 minutes from downtown Tours and the Saint-Pierre-des-Corps TGV station,
  • 55 minutes from Paris Montparnasse by TGV.

You are welcomed by the Air Touraine team and your professional pilot, who will accompany you to the helicopter. Safety briefing, presentation of the itinerary, time to discuss how best to adapt the flight to your wishes...

Décollage : 

Vous décollez ensuite pour un vol d’environ 15 minutes. L’hélicoptère prend la direction de la vallée de la Loire et de la route des vins :

  • over the Loire and its meanders,
  • passing over the vineyards of the Loire Valley and wineries,
  • overview of several castles and character residences,

With headphones on, you can enjoy the pilot's commentary and 360° views of Touraine and the Loire Valley. The flight takes place at an ideal altitude for photographing the region and fully enjoying the panorama.

Landing at Domaine des Hauts de Loire

You'll land as close as possible to the Domaine des Hauts de Loire, in a green setting close to the Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire. On arrival, the Domaine team takes over and accompanies you to the hotel and its gourmet restaurant.

Important: the price indicated on this page only includes the private helicopter flight. Meals are not included and must be booked and paid for directly with the Domaine des Hauts de Loire (gourmet restaurant or bistro, depending on your choice).

Return at the end of the meal

À l’issue de votre expérience culinaire, retour en hélicoptère vers Tours.

Our sales team can help you build a customized program (transfers, overnight stays, additional activities).

Domaine des Hauts de Loire: Relais & Châteaux in the heart of the Kings' Valley

Located near Chaumont-sur-Loire, Domaine des Hauts de Loire is a former 19th-century hunting lodge transformed into a luxury hotel. Dozens of hectares of wooded parkland, ponds, shady walkways and characterful buildings make it an emblematic address in the Loire Valley.

The estate is home to a gourmet restaurant and chic bistro, a spa by Clarins, and a selection of elegant rooms and suites. It's the ideal place to extend your experience by combining French art de vivre, gastronomy and well-being.

Your helicopter flight to the Domaine des Hauts de Loire is much more than a simple transfer: it's a top-of-the-range escapade between sky, vineyards and exceptional cuisine.

Highlights of the Héli Restaurant flight - Domaine des Hauts de Loire

  • Private helicopter flight: dedicated transport for 1 to 6 passengers departing from Tours airport.
  • Exceptional gastronomic experience: access to one of the Loire Valley's most renowned hotel estates, with gourmet restaurant and bistro.
  • Natural and historic setting: arrival in the heart of a large wooded park, close to the emblematic châteaux of the Loire Valley.
  • Save time and comfort: avoid the road and reach the estate in just a few minutes, in a comfortable, panoramic Bell 206 helicopter.
  • Customizable premium offer: this gastronomic flight can be integrated into a tailor-made weekend (including overnight stays, private tours, tastings, etc.).

Air Touraine, specialist in gourmet helicopter flights

Based in Touraine for over 45 years, Air Touraine is an airline specializing in tourist flights and helicopter transfers. Our fleet comprises Bell 206 JetRangers (4 passengers) and LongRangers (6 passengers), renowned for their stability, reliability and panoramic comfort.

Our flights are operated under official aeronautical approvals (air carrier, aerial work, flying school, airworthiness management), a guarantee of safety and regulatory reliability. Our pilots are experienced professionals with a thorough knowledge of the Loire Valley and its aeronautical constraints.

Air Touraine is also committed to a CSR and environmental approach with the Green Flag project, designed to reconcile the pleasure of flying with respect for the local environment and the promotion of local players (hoteliers, restaurateurs, winegrowers, etc.).

Practical information - Héli Restaurant Domaine des Hauts de Loire

  • Durée du vol : environ 20 minutes (allé et retour)
  • Type of flight: private flight for 1 to 6 passengers
  • Departure : Tours Val de Loire Airport
  • Finish: Domaine des Hauts de Loire (Veuzain-sur-Loire, Chaumont-sur-Loire area)
  • Period: flights possible all year round, subject to helicopter and restaurant availability.
  • Meals: not included in flight price. Reservation and payment for lunch or dinner directly with the Domaine (gourmet restaurant or bistro).
  • Weather: like all helicopter flights, the experience is subject to weather conditions. In the event of unfavorable weather, the flight may be postponed to guarantee safety and quality views.
  • Luggage: one small piece of luggage per person (24h bag). For larger luggage or an overnight stay, please contact us in advance.
  • Tours parking: as of July1, 2025, parking at Tours airport will be charged for more than 2 hours (2 hours free).
  • Physical conditions: flight accessible to anyone in good general condition. Please inform us of any special circumstances (reduced mobility, weight over 115 kg, pregnancy, etc.) so that we can adapt the experience to your needs.
  • Tickets & conditions: tickets valid for several months in accordance with our General Terms and Conditions, payment in 2x free of charge possible (see conditions when ordering).

Who is the Héli Restaurant - Domaine des Hauts de Loire flight designed for?

This gourmet helicopter flight is for those looking for a premium experience combining aviation, art de vivre and haute cuisine:

  • a romantic weekend in the Loire Valley,
  • a marriage proposal or an exceptional life event,
  • a milestone birthday gift (30th, 40th, 50th, retirement...),
  • a corporate gift or VIP customer invitation,
  • a tailor-made experience for lovers of wine, gastronomy and beautiful landscapes.

Book your gourmet helicopter flight - Domaine des Hauts de Loire

To book your Héli Restaurant - Domaine des Hauts de Loire:

  1. Choose your private flight for 1 to 6 passengers on this page and validate your order online.
  2. Contact the Domaine des Hauts de Loire to reserve your table (gourmet restaurant or bistro).
  3. Coordinate your flight date and time with our team to align them with your meal reservation.

For any specific project (helicopter round trip, overnight stays, transfers, privatization, corporate event), our team is at your service:

Fly to the Domaine des Hauts de Loire and experience an Air Touraine signature day: a private helicopter flight over the Chateaux of the Loire, followed by a gastronomic escapade in one of the most beautiful estates in the Valley of the Kings.

Tours Val de Loire airport is located in the heart of Touraine and serves several European destinations.

An easily accessible airport :

- 5 minutes from the A10 Paris Bordeaux and A28 Le Mans motorways.
(Take exit n°20 on the A10 freeway).

- 10 min from Tours city center and St Pierre des Corps TGV station

- 55 min by TGV from the heart of Paris (Montparnasse).

ATTENTION

From July 1, 2025, parking at TOURS airport will be chargeable (2h free).

More information is available on the SMADAIT WEBSITE.

Air Touraine operates five Bell 206 helicopters - JetRanger (4-passenger) and LongRanger (6-passenger) - renowned worldwide for their robustness and versatility. This fleet homogeneity enables us to guarantee the same flight signature: stability, safety and operational flexibility, whether for a first flight or a customized transfer.

Fly further, faster, with complete peace of mind

  • Cruising speed: ~ 200-230 km/h - ideal for a quick trip to the Châteaux de la Loire, a business meeting or an airport. 
  • Range: up to 600 km - enough to cover almost the whole of Western France non-stop. 
  • Proven Rolls Royce engine : a reliable turbine whose simplicity reduces maintenance costs and increases aircraft availability.

Panoramic cabin and premium comfort
Large picture windows offer 180° views of the landscape; VIP Club seating ensures legroom and easy conversation thanks to the on-board intercom system. Luggage compartments accommodate your personal belongings or photo equipment without compromising on comfort.

Safety first
Our maintenance cell rigorously applies manufacturer and EASA guidelines: systematic pre-flight inspections, regular overhaul programs and preventive replacement of key parts. Add to this the high stability of the Bell 206, and you have one of the highest levels of safety in light aviation.

Versatility to meet your every need
From romantic flights to urgent transfers and aerial photography, the Bell 206 can be reconfigured in a matter of minutes:

  • removal of doors for photo/video shoots,
  • installation of floats or gyrostabilized cameras,
  • VIP layout for business flights.

When you climb aboard your Bell 206, you're choosing more than just a means of transport: you're experiencing a privileged moment where technical performance, safety and the pleasure of flight are one and the same.


Ready for take-off? Reserve your seat and let yourself be carried away!

We look forward to seeing you in the late morning at our heliport, 25 km north of Tours.

After a safety briefing, our pilot will take you by helicopter to the stopover of your choice.

The return trip will take place at a time agreed with the pilot.

Depending on the number of passengers on board and the duration of the flight, a refuelling stop (approx. 15 minutes) may be considered during the transfer.

We will take care of booking your table or activity according to the stopover you have chosen.

The service includes a return flight from our heliport to your destination.

Meals and activities to be paid for on site (heli-restaurants and heli-golf)

Would you like your escale :

- A flight over the châteaux of the Loire Valley

- A stay in a château-hotel

- A second activity

- Pick-up from your preferred location

Contact us for a customized quote

You can offer this service, and choose a gift voucher valid for 1 year or plan your flight by contacting us directly.

Our CSR commitments: GREEN FLAG project

Winds of change meet commitment to sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR).

Our sector cannot turn its back on its responsibility for the aviation of tomorrow, and that's why, as a pioneer in green aviation, we're committed to pushing back the boundaries of the airline industry by integrating CSR into every aspect of our business, whether in our helicopters, hot-air balloons or airships.

 

Our approach to CSR is based on three fundamental pillars:

The Environmental Component :

We are aware of the environmental impact of our flight operations. That's why we invest in cutting-edge technologies to reduce our carbon emissions, minimize our ecological footprint and preserve the fragile ecosystems we fly over. From reducing fuel consumption to adopting sustainable biofuels and protecting the biodiversity of our heliport, every flight is a step towards a cleaner, more environmentally-friendly aviation future.

 

The Societal Component :

We firmly believe that our success as an airline goes hand in hand with the well-being of the communities we serve. That's why we're committed to supporting local initiatives, promoting diversity and inclusion among our staff, and ensuring some of the highest standards of safety and well-being in the industry. From creating local jobs to promoting sustainable tourism, we work to be a driver of prosperity and social development wherever we operate.

 

The Economic Component :

Economic sustainability is at the heart of our business model. We are constantly looking for ways to increase operational efficiency, reduce costs and invest in fair and ethical business practices. By working with local partners and fostering inclusive economic growth, we help strengthen regional economies and promote a sustainable financial future for all.

 

 

Our Aeronautical Approvals

At Air Touraine, we're proud to hold the aeronautical industry's most prestigious certifications, testifying to our expertise, safety and professionalism. These certifications, obtained through strict controls and rigorous audits, attest to our compliance with the industry's most demanding standards.

Here is a list of our approvals:

Helicopter air carrier: FR.AOC.0079

Hot-air balloon carrier: FR-O063

Operator specialized in high-risk aerial work: FR.DEC.0110

Flying school (helicopter / hot-air balloon) : FR.DTO.0284

Airworthiness Manager: FR.CAMO.0116


Each code represents a specific recognition of our commitment to safety, the quality of our services and our ability to meet the requirements of the aeronautical sector. Thanks to these approvals, Air Touraine can guarantee its customers certified expertise and an optimum level of service.

By choosing Air Touraine, you're choosing trust and excellence, backed by high-level certifications that place safety and quality at the heart of our concerns. 

 

Our Tourism Approvals

 

Travel Agency Certifications: A Guarantee of Trust and Excellence

At Air Touraine, our commitment to quality, safety and transparency is reflected in the certifications we have earned in the travel industry. These labels attest to our seriousness and expertise, while guaranteeing our customers services that comply with the strictest standards.

Certifications that make all the difference

Our certifications are the fruit of rigorous work and a constant commitment to excellence. They illustrate our ability to offer tailor-made trips, with customer satisfaction and safety at the heart of our concerns. Thanks to these labels, we can assure you of transparent management, impeccable service quality and total compliance with the regulations in force in the tourism industry.

 

We are registered with the Registre des Operateurs de Voyage et de Séjours: IM03700003, enabling us to offer you holidays.

Financial Guarantee: ATRADIUS, 159 rue Anatole France-CS50118-92596 LEVALLOIS PERRET

Professional liability insurance: ALLIANZ IARD, 1 Cours Michelet-92076 PARIS LA DEFENSE.

Contract no. 086846 956

 

When you choose Air Touraine, you're opting for a certified travel agency that puts quality, safety and innovation at the heart of its services. Let us convince you of our proven expertise, and enjoy exceptional travel experiences with complete peace of mind.