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The 15 Best Private Christmas Tours to Book

40 tours  ·  from $40 a head

A guide to yourselves buys you a route around the crowds and a warm car between stops. The 15 below compare what each includes, the group size they are priced for, and where a private booking actually beats the coach.

New York City Christmas Lights Private Horse Carriage Ride - Rockefeller Center and the Big Christmas Tree
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New York City Christmas Lights Private Horse Carriage Ride

1.New York City Christmas Lights Private Horse Carriage Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 237 reviews · 45 to 50 minutes (approx.) Our pick

Ride privately through Central Park and along Fifth Avenue for 45 to 50 minutes. You’ll see Rockefeller Center, the Christmas tree, Saks Fifth Avenue, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and famous holiday windows. Guides such as Muhammad, Omer, Niko, and Atakan often add photos, music, local details, and a chance to feed the horse.

“Muhammad and Victor (his beautiful horse) provided a wonderful and magical ride through the lights of NYC. He made sure to pause so we had the best view of the Saks light show and pointed out the sights along the way. The warm blankets were especially welcome on a very chilly day.”

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Christmas Lights Tour of Madrid in Eco Tuk Tuk Private - Why the Salamanca streets are part of the show
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Christmas Lights Tour of Madrid in Eco Tuk Tuk Private

2.Christmas Lights Tour of Madrid in Eco Tuk Tuk Private

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 125 reviews · 59 minutes (approx.) · from $47Top rated

Ride through Madrid’s Christmas-lit center in a private electric tuk tuk for about 59 minutes. Your English-speaking driver-guide leads you past Puerta de Alcalá, Salamanca, Columbus Square, Cibeles, the Prado, Congress, and more. Blankets and rain protection help with winter weather. Guides such as Carlos, Ana, David, Laura, and Gloria have earned especially warm praise.

“Our guide Alex was great. So knowledgeable and a great navigator of the area. The Christmas lights were beautiful!”

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Christmas in New York: Private Holiday History Tour - Rockefeller Center, the tour’s big Christmas moment
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Christmas in New York: Private Holiday History Tour

3.Christmas in New York: Private Holiday History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 107 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $165

Walk through Manhattan’s holiday heart with a private guide, starting at Herald Square and visiting Macy’s, Bryant Park, Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Center, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Expect stories about Santa, Christmas customs, department-store traditions, and New York’s seasonal spectacle. Children 7 and under go free with an adult.

“Had a great time learned so much from one tour guide to another well done my friend looking forward to seeing you again perhaps in Philly -Highly recommend you will be amazed thanks Kevin !”

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London Christmas Lights Private Tour by Traditional Black Cab - Big Ben, Westminster, and royal London
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London Christmas Lights Private Tour by Traditional Black Cab

4.London Christmas Lights Private Tour by Traditional Black Cab

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Settle into a private London black cab for about 2.5 hours of Christmas lights, famous sights, and photo stops. Your driver-guide may include Mayfair, Chelsea, Belgravia, Kensington, Westminster, and the Tower of London, with guides such as Steve, Gordon, Andrew, and Greg praised for warm storytelling and flexible routes. Finish at your hotel or Hyde Park Winter Wonderland.

“We had a wonderful time. Greg was very knowledgeable, extremely nice, and very accommodating. He unexpectedly stopped several times for brief walking tours of various areas of London and knew so much about everything. Not only fun, but learned quite a bit. This was a good 2 1/2 hours and well worth it. Thank you, Greg.”

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NYC: Private Christmas Lights Horse Carriage Ride - A short ride through Central Park
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NYC: Private Christmas Lights Horse Carriage Ride

5.Private Christmas Lights Horse Carriage Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 85 reviews · 50 min

You’ll ride in a private horse-drawn carriage for up to four people along Fifth Avenue, passing Saks, Tiffany, Cartier, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, the Plaza Hotel and Rockefeller Center. English-speaking drivers such as Fred, Adam and Emre are praised for clear history and friendly service. A blanket is included, but winter wind and traffic can affect comfort and views.

“Fred was brilliant, his vast knowledge and experience made for a fantastic ride around the park. We would highly recommend Fred to anyone who wants a great experience. Thank you also to Oreo 👍🏻”

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Madrid: Private Christmas Lights Tour by Eco Tuk-Tuk - Puerta de Alcalá and the first look at Retiro
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Madrid: Private Christmas Lights Tour by Eco Tuk-Tuk

6.Private Christmas Lights Tour by Eco Tuk-Tuk

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 63 reviews · 1 hour · from $47

You’ll ride a private electric tuk tuk through Madrid’s Christmas-lit center with an English- or Spanish-speaking local guide. The one-hour route passes Retiro, Salamanca, Puerta de Alcalá, Cibeles, the Prado, and Congress. Blankets and rain covers help in winter, but the tuk tuk makes no walking stops.

“Benissimo bravissime e molto professionale le guide. Un'esperienza fantastica non solo per le luci favolose, ma soprattutto per le informazioni storiche e le curiosità che ci davano le due guide che conducevano i Tuk Tuk Lo consiglio vivamente a tutti è un' esperienza indimenticabile. Grazie”

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Paris: Private Christmas Lights Tour by Citroën 2CV - What the Driver Adds to the Evening
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Paris: Private Christmas Lights Tour by Citroën 2CV

7.Private Christmas Lights Tour by Citroën 2CV

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 62 reviews · 2 hours

You’ll tour Paris for two hours in a private vintage Citroën 2CV with a driver-guide, blankets, and a removable roof for festive city views. Expect hotel pickup and drop-off in the 1st through 20th arrondissements, flexible sightseeing, stories in English or French, and a photo stop near the Eiffel Tower at Champs de Mars.

“Extremely knowledgeable driver asked us what we had seen so far and then took us other places around the city. He gave us a history lesson we will never forget. Beautiful night for picture taking.”

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Private Christmas Tour in Münster including Glühwein - Seeing all six markets in one hour
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Private Christmas Tour in Münster including Glühwein

8.Private Christmas Tour in Münster including Glühwein

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 54 reviews · 1 hour · from $46

Meet your English- or German-speaking guide by Münster City Hall for a one-hour private rickshaw ride through the city’s six Christmas markets. Stay dry under the roof and rain cover, keep warm with a blanket, and enjoy mulled wine or a non-alcoholic drink while your guide adjusts the tour to your interests.

“Very fun way to drive around town, see some highlights and hear about the history”

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Lisbon: Private Christmas Lights Tour by Eco Tuk Tuk - Cais do Sodré and the first city views
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Lisbon: Private Christmas Lights Tour by Eco Tuk Tuk

9.Private Christmas Lights Tour by Eco Tuk Tuk

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 51 reviews · 1 hour · from $40Best value

Ride through Lisbon’s Christmas-lit center in a private electric tuk tuk for up to four people. Your English or Portuguese guide leads you past Commerce Square, Chiado, Bairro Alto, Baixa Pombalina, and the São Pedro de Alcântara viewpoint, with blankets and rain covers provided.

“Our tour with Miguel was amazing. He arrived before our scheduled departure and was incredibly professional. He adjusted the tour based on other tours that we had planned for Lisbon. Very knowledgeable. When we missed going inside one of the churches due to a wedding, he circled back to make sure we could go inside. At one point we were stuck in traffic as the 28 tram had broken down. He was so apologetic. We thought it was hilarious as it was a mess and added to the tour. I would highly recommend his tour.”

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Magical Christmas Lights in London: Private Black Cab Tour - Regent Street opens with London tradition
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Magical Christmas Lights in London: Private Black Cab Tour

10.Magical Christmas Lights in London: Private Black Cab Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Ride through London’s best Christmas displays in a private black cab for up to six people. Your driver-guide may be John, Jamie, Jeremy, or another experienced host, with stops for photos and short walks at Regent Street, Carnaby Street, Covent Garden, Trafalgar Square, and more. Central London hotel pickup is available within 5 km.

“It was amazing!! Jon was the best!! London is my favorite city but there is something magical about it at Christmas.”

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Christmas Light Private Carriage Ride New York City - A brief Central Park view at the Pond
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Christmas Light Private Carriage Ride New York City

11.Christmas Light Private Carriage Ride New York City

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 49 reviews · 40 to 45 minutes (approx.)

Ride through Midtown Manhattan in a private horse carriage for 40 to 45 minutes. You’ll see Fifth Avenue, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Rockefeller Center, Saks Fifth Avenue, Radio City Music Hall, and the Plaza. Your carriage has a roof, winter blankets, a licensed guide, and room for up to four adults.

“It was a great Christmas experience to do with my kids. Our driver was great, matched our sense of humor. Seemed very pricey though for under an hour.”

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Paris Christmas Illuminations and Local Festivities Private Tour - A Ferris wheel over the Tuileries holiday market
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Paris Christmas Illuminations and Local Festivities Private Tour

12.Paris Christmas Illuminations and Local Festivities Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · from $355

Spend 3 to 4 hours seeing Paris dressed for Christmas with guide Milan Melet or another local guide. Travel by private vehicle and on foot from Galeries Lafayette to the Tuileries, Place Vendôme, and the Champs-Élysées. Expect rooftop views, a Ferris wheel ride, market snacks, mulled wine, and flexible sightseeing.

“We were taken to beautiful areas in Paris. Great tour by Milan! We loved it. He explained everything with details”

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From Manhattan: Private Brooklyn Christmas Tour by Limousine - Leaving Manhattan in a private limousine
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From Manhattan: Private Brooklyn Christmas Tour by Limousine

13.Private Brooklyn Christmas Tour by Limousine

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 41 reviews · 3 hours

You’ll ride from your Manhattan hotel or apartment to Dyker Heights in a private limousine for up to seven people. Your English or Spanish-speaking driver shares tips along the way, then gives you 30 to 40 minutes to walk among the Italian-American neighborhood’s lavish Christmas displays. Soft drinks, tolls, and taxes are included.

“Belle ballade. On aimerait que ça dure plus longtemps.”

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Barcelona: Private Christmas Lights Tour by Eco Tuk Tuk - Passeig de Gràcia and Gaudí after dark
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Barcelona: Private Christmas Lights Tour by Eco Tuk Tuk

14.Private Christmas Lights Tour by Eco Tuk Tuk

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 35 reviews · 1 hour · from $47

Join an English or Spanish-speaking guide for a private one-hour electric tuk tuk ride through Barcelona’s holiday-lit Eixample. You’ll pass Casa Batlló, Casa Milà, Arc de Triomf, Passeig de Gràcia, and Plaça de Catalunya. The tuk tuk holds up to four people and includes blankets, rain covers, photo stops, and a guide such as Jose or Gianluca.

“Leuke tour, enthousiaste goed Engels sprekende gids. Goed op tijd, werd goed contact gehouden waar de pick up point was. Echt leuk om zo door Barcelona te gaan!”

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Private Christmas Markets Walking Tour Vienna - Karls­kirche begins the evening with a grand backdrop
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Private Christmas Markets Walking Tour Vienna

15.Private Christmas Markets Walking Tour Vienna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Start at your hotel, vacation home, or another agreed point at 4:30 pm for a private 2.5-hour walk through Vienna’s Christmas markets and old town. Guides such as Brigitte, Walter, Daniela, Sabine, and Alexander add history, food tips, transport advice, and local shortcuts as you walk from Karls­kirche to Rathausplatz.

“Our guide, Daniella, was perfect for our group. She was engaging and full of interesting information about the history of Vienna. She kept the tour moving at a nice pace and filled in information about the Christmas markets too. Would highly recommend.”

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