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Cities to Tour Via Helicopter

by Angelique Platas

Sep 26, 2016

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These magnificent skylines lend well to a helicopter tour.

 

Hong Kong, China

Heliservices complete Hong Kong experience offers up to six passengers the best view of the city for around $3,500. The chopper takes off from The Peninsula Hong Kong’s famous helipad, providing passengers with a birds-eye view of the city.

The views of Hong Kong are unbeatable from the MD902 helicopter window from the Victoria Harbor skyline to the beaches and sparkling bays, all while the chopper circles over skyscrapers. The ride can last from 15–45 minutes with optional hotel spa and dining packages afterward.

 

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Helisight offers a 60-minute panoramic flight over Brazil’s most famous city. Tours range from 10–60 minutes and fluctuate in price for around $570 a person. Passengers will see the sprawling urban land, iconic Cristo Redentor statue, mountains, Ipanema beaches and much more.

 

Sydney, Australia

The Hunter Valley Pub Tour takes guests for a full day on the ultimate helicopter, wine tour experience. Helicopters take guests for approximately $995 a person through Sydney’s wine country and back again, all by way of helicopter. The seven-hour tour makes pit stops at Sydney’s world-class vineyards for drinks, cuisine and amazing views. Passengers will receive a unique lay of the land while enjoying Australian wine country.

 

 

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