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Romantic Vineyard Picnic via Private Helicopter from NYC

Romantic Vineyard Picnic via Private Helicopter from NYC

By Wings Air Helicopters
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This vineyard picnic experience begins with a private helicopter flight from Manhattan to Sand Castle Winery in Erwinna, Pennsylvania, where helicopters conveniently land right on the vineyard property. Guests flying in by helicopter receive a VIP tour of the cellars and historic castle, followed by a fully set up, gourmet picnic in a prominent row (substituted with indoor lunch in cold weather). You will enjoy a custom menu paired with Sand Castle wines, along with sweeping views of rolling hills. After a 2-3 hour comfortable visit the day is concluded with a smooth helicopter flight back to Manhattan and quick skyline tour before landing.

Ages 0-120
Duration: 4h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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  • Roundtrip Helicopter Charter
  • Wine Tasting
  • Picnic Lunch
  • Temporary Fuel Surcharge
  • Entry/Admission - Sand Castle Winery
What's not included
  • Holiday Surcharges (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas)


Start:Multiple meeting point options.
  • Option 1
    Air Pegasus Heliport, 335 12th Ave, New York, NY 10011, USA
  • Option 2
    TSS Heliport, E 34th St, New York, NY 10016, USA
  • Option 3
    6 East River Piers, New York, NY 10004, USA
    Wall Street Heliport
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
    • Wheelchair accessible
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 7030P36

    • Most travelers can participate
    • Maximum weight 1000 lbs (453 kg) combined in 5-passenger Airbus helicopters.
    • Due to limited storage space available on board the amount of luggage helicopters can transport will be affected by the number and weight of passengers. We are happy to arrange for excess luggage to be transported by car, if necessary (additional fee applies).
    • Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
    • Minimum age to participate is 21 years.
    • Wings Air Helicopters LLC assumes no liability for any services (ground transportation, photography, catering, hotel, etc.) arranged on client’s behalf with third parties.
    • Experience is subject to providers’ availability, favorable weather conditions and helicopter maintenance; if canceled due to these reasons, ground transportation will be provided and a flight credit valid for one year.
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    • All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 7030P36

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    • Wings Air Helicopters
      228
      White Plains, New York
      Joined in August 2012
    • LoveTravel563872
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fantastic experience
      We chose the 45 minute trip on board a twin engine helicopter. We had a wonderful trip. To get so close to the famous landmarks was amazing. We have some fantastic photographs! Definitely would recommend.
      Written February 5, 2025
    • Edarktek
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Family trip memories for a Life Time
      Booked a 45min private flight at beginning of an 8 night visit to NYC (recomended as weather is fickle and allowed rebooking) Left our booking a little late so had to travel to Westchester squeezed into an Uber instead of take off from city. Was careful to check the conditions for weight restrictions and full refund option if weather intervenes. Cancelled and rebooked with minimum of fuss. 4.30pm booking meant take off at Sunset (Recommended) Renegotiated on site before take off to finish and land in the city (Recommended) Spectacular sights, Sunset, all the landmarks lit up, SIL, ESB, MSG, the bridges Yankee Stadium, the Edge etc etc etc, absolutely no doubt was the highlight of our time in NYC. High confidence in safety (super important as whole family on board) The 45min flight became 60 mins and because we were landing in the city spent much longer over the city. Could not recommend any more highly as a bucket list item
      Written January 26, 2025
    • L363NGtonyv
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Private helicopter ride for 2 ( night flight )
      After an initial hiccup due to the grid locked New York traffic we were picked up from our hotel in midtown and driven to the airport. We had a brief safety talk and then taken out to the helicopter. We were taken on a very smooth 45 minute night flight over New York, our pilot was very knowledgeable and pointed out the different sights on the way, absolutely amazing views of the city. After the flight we were driven back to our hotel although the driver did offer to drop us anywhere we wanted. All in all a very professional and enjoyable experience.
      Written January 1, 2025
    • H2316BYedwardl
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Bucket list stuff Highlight of the trip Sunset takeoff.. dropped of in Manhattan Stunning views Something never to be
      Good communication Rescheduled after the weather turned Sunset outstanding timing Some luck involved recommend ending trip back in the city
      Written December 30, 2024
    • murdockw2020
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      First Timer
      It was my first time riding in a helicopter and that part was great. However, I thought we'd see more of the city vs just the skyline, East/Hudson rivers etc. A 30min tour is literally 15mins in and 15mins back.
      Written December 4, 2024
    • JKP9880
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A once in a lifetime experience (or more :-))
      Everything was incredible, from lift-off to landing, worth every dollar! Very professional and courteous staff, nicely looking and well kept helicopter, and a pilot with skills second to none.
      Written December 3, 2024
    • 729christopherk
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A Great First Helicopter Flight Experience For Out-Of/Towners
      A phenomenal experience, from end to end! We were picked up at our hotel, and driven to n the airport. The staff, and pilot/instructor were friendly and knowledgeable! They explained everything and made the hour long first helicopter flight experience truly enjoyable, and an event to talk about and share with friends and family!
      Written November 22, 2024
    • zx81Bru
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing flight !!!
      Amazing flight over Manhattan !!! great twin engine heli, very friendly twin pilots and licence to fly over Manhattan.
      Written November 4, 2024
    • NorthernMonkey999
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Best Helicopter 🚁 tour in NYC
      I’m literally lost for words??? If you’re looking for a cheap quick helicopter 🚁 ride (most 12 minutes) please please book via Wings. I booked the 45 minute flight for my daughters 18th birthday and from being picked up via the most friendly driver Emile (couldn’t have wished for better travel as Emile was a so friendly talking us through the drive and areas and reassuring us re the flight! What an absolutely fantastic person he was!!!! Upon arriving at the airport we were introduced to our pilot James and again I’m literally lost for words with regards to how professional he was!! Upon taking off for the 45 minute flight James throughout was the complete pilot and honestly never thought I would experience a night flight like that??? Literally James is an absolute legend of a pilot and one of the nicest guys I’ve met!!!! Thank you James for making my daughter’s 18th birthday 🎂 the best day ever!!!! Wings you are the BEST OUT THERE AND THE REAL DEAL 🚁🚁🚁
      Written November 3, 2024
    • yasirm683
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Unforgettable Private Helicopter Tour of NYC
      The Private Helicopter Tour from Westchester was absolutely amazing! The views of New York City from above were breathtaking, and our pilot shared fascinating insights about the skyline. The intimate setting for our group of four made it even more special. A must-do experience for anyone wanting a unique perspective of the city!
      Written October 27, 2024
    • richardlB1912EM
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Very Beautiful Perspective
      Very professional. Very easy. The pilot was knowledgeable and confident. Very nice and entertaining trip. I would recommend it very highly. I suppose the only thing that would have made it better is if we had ventured further west to find areas where the foliage was a little more advanced, but aside from that it was a great trip.
      Written October 22, 2024
    • T8847TQchristiana
      0 contributions
      2.0 of 5 bubbles
      Bad tour, same views as in business landing at La Guardia
      it was really disappointing. the crew were nie but tour is just really bad and boring. they fly you really high up so you do not see anything barely... same sensation as when you come in with a plane to la guardia
      Written August 19, 2024
    • debbiehN6976SG
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Thrilling and Lovely
      Being in a helicopter above such an iconic city was thrilling. I felt completely safe the whole time. Our guide and pilot answered all our questions, though he wasn't as knowledgeable about the area as I would have liked. We started early and returned early and I don't think we got a full 45 minutes, but it was close. I feel like the experience was way too expensive and I will never do it again, but for once in a lifetime, we decided to pay the price. I will just never tell anyone how much we spent. Other than the value per buck, I would give this excursion 5 stars.
      Written July 26, 2024
    • terriCt
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Thrilling Experience!
      A very good fiend of mine and her family were visiting from Shanghai. Their 14 year old son desperately wanted to experience NYC from the air in a helicopter. After searching many companies online, I chose Wings Air (WA) for their trip. From the moment I contacted WA, everything was perfect. Anna and Eric were so professional and quick to respond to any questions I had, via phone and text. A family member with a great deal of experience with helicopters called and spoke to Anna also. He was super impressed with her knowledge and professionalism. Answered every question he had and he wholeheartedly gave his stamp of approval. Anna suggested an 8 pm, 45 minute flight. This way they would have daylight, sunset and night over the city. It was PERFECT. My friends were picked up at their hotel in the city and driven to Westchester, where they boarded the helicopter. I do not know the details of preboarding, etc., but I'm sure it was top notch. The 45 minute ride was everything they could have wished for and their son was over the moon happy. Driver was waiting to take them back to the city. All in all it was perfect. Thanks to all at WA who made this once in a lifetime adventure happen for my friends. Highly recommend!!
      Written July 22, 2024
    • markcX9779UU
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Private charter to and from Glenmere Mansion….. a trip we’ve flown with Wings a number of times!
      We have flown with Wings a number of time….always terrific very friendly service. Anna, Christine and the whole team we’ve met from Wings are so pleasant, professional and accommodating (we’ve had to adjust timing a few times) ….just an all around great service! MC
      Written June 17, 2024
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