CHRISTMAS WORLDWIDE

Where to Book a Private Christmas Tour: the 15 Best Worldwide

74 tours  ·  from $33 a head

A black cab through the West End, a carriage round Central Park, a 2CV under the Paris illuminations. These 15 private Christmas tours are priced per group where the operator charges that way.

New York City Christmas Lights Private Horse Carriage Ride - Saks Fifth Avenue and the moving lights
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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

You’ll spend 45 to 50 minutes in a private horse carriage for up to four people, starting in Central Park and continuing along Fifth Avenue. Expect holiday music, winter blankets, photo stops, and views of Rockefeller Center, Saks Fifth Avenue, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and decorated storefronts. Guides such as Omer, Muhammad, Niko, and Atakan are known for friendly service.

“Omer was our driver and Victor was our horse. Highly recommend. Felt like celebrities in his carriage! It was amazing. Best way to spend Christmas Eve night, through Central Park then to Rockerfeller Center! He even took our pictures with Victor before the ride and let us feed him.”

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Christmas Lights Tour of Madrid in Eco Tuk Tuk Private - Puerta de Alcalá and the Salamanca avenues
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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 lights in a private electric tuk-tuk for up to four people. An English-speaking driver-guide leads you past Puerta de Alcalá, Salamanca, Cibeles, the Prado, Congress, and other landmarks. Blankets and rain protection help in winter, while guides such as Carlos, Ana, David, and Gloria add history and local color.

“Todo genial. Un acierto la experiencia !! Una manera cómoda y rápida de conocer el centro de Madrid. Repetiría sin dudarlo”

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Christmas in New York: Private Holiday History Tour - Beginning at Herald Square and Macy’s
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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

Join a private, two-hour holiday walk through Manhattan with a local guide such as Kevin. Hear how Santa, department-store windows, Christmas trees, and seasonal customs took shape while visiting Macy’s, Bryant Park, Rockefeller Center, Fifth Avenue, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Morning and afternoon departures make this a flexible family outing.

“Our guide was very knowledgeable and made the tour fun !! I’ve been to NY many times but it was great to hear the history behind it.”

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London Christmas Lights Private Tour by Traditional Black Cab - Meeting your driver and settling into the cab
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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.)

Ride through Mayfair, Chelsea, Belgravia, and Kensington in a private London black cab, stopping for photos beside festive displays and famous sights. Your driver-guide, including guides such as Steve, Andrew, Gordon, or Greg, adds local stories and can finish at your hotel or Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland.

“Excellent tour & history of the city! This is the 2nd time I've taken this private tour of Christmas lights & this was even better with more stops & points of interest. Justin was so fun, knowledgeable & easy going. You will never be able to see everything on your own nor will you even know where to go. I know this is an expensive trip but it is well worth it to see everything up close & the comfort of a warm, dry taxi!”

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NYC: Private Christmas Lights Horse Carriage Ride - Starting near Central Park South
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NYC: Private Christmas Lights Horse Carriage Ride

5.NYC: Private Christmas Lights Horse Carriage Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 85 reviews · 50 min

Share a 50-minute private carriage ride for up to four people along Fifth Avenue’s holiday displays. Your English-speaking driver points out the Plaza Hotel, Cartier, Tiffany & Co., St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Rockefeller Center’s giant tree. Blankets are provided, though winter wind and heavy traffic can affect comfort and photo stops.

“The guide & horse, Adam & Madison were excellent. It’s unfortunate that the holiday sights in NYC are not as robust as years past. Overall a nice time.”

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Madrid: Private Christmas Lights Tour by Eco Tuk-Tuk - Puerta de Alcalá and Retiro Park
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Madrid: Private Christmas Lights Tour by Eco Tuk-Tuk

6.Madrid: Private Christmas Lights Tour by Eco Tuk-Tuk

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

Ride through Madrid’s decorated Salamanca, Retiro, and Paseo del Prado in a private electric tuk-tuk for up to four people. Your English- or Spanish-speaking driver-guide points out Cibeles, the National Library, Congress, the Prado, and festive photo spots. Blankets and rain covers help in winter, but the one-hour route has 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 two-hour route actually feels like
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Paris: Private Christmas Lights Tour by Citroën 2CV

7.Paris: Private Christmas Lights Tour by Citroën 2CV

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 62 reviews · 2 hours

Spend two hours touring Paris at night in a private Citroën 2CV, with pickup and drop-off anywhere in the 1st to 20th arrondissements. Your English or French speaking driver, including guides such as Brice, François, or William, shares city stories, adjusts the route to your interests, and stops at Champs de Mars for photos.

“We had the most lovely time! The Citroen was so fun and well appointed with blankets and the removable roof to see the Christmas lights. Our driver was so kind and informed. He made us feel so comfortable and was willing to flip between English and French. We would recommend this itinerary to anybody-especially with our driver- and will make sure to do so!”

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Private Christmas Tour in Münster including Glühwein - The rickshaw makes winter sightseeing easier
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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 six Christmas markets. Sip mulled wine or a non-alcoholic drink under a roof, listen to optional seasonal music, and shape the tour around sightseeing, city history, or personal recommendations.

“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 - Chiado brings the polished Christmas glow
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Lisbon: Private Christmas Lights Tour by Eco Tuk Tuk

9.Lisbon: 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-speaking guide takes you from Cais do Sodré through Chiado, Bairro Alto, Baixa, and Commerce Square, with photo stops and blankets for cool, rainy evenings. Guides such as Yuri, Viktor, Nuno, and Tiago have earned praise for humor, care, and local insight.

“Bernardo was an amazing guide. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour. This is definitely worth the cost. Best way to see Lisbon in a short amount a time 10/10 recommended.”

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Magical Christmas Lights in London: Private Black Cab Tour - Marylebone adds a smaller neighborhood feel
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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 brightest Christmas displays in a private black cab for about 2.5 hours. Your driver-guide may be John, Jeremy, Jamie, Gary, or another member of the team. Expect Regent Street, Oxford Street, Carnaby Street, Covent Garden, Trafalgar Square, short walks, photo stops, and London stories along the way.

“It was a stunning tour, with Bill as our driver and guide, showing himself to be extremely chatty and very knowledgeable. The experience was well planned allowing us time to stop, have short discussions and take pictures too. Although we have been to London before, this was certainly one of our top tour experiences. We are definitely going to opt in to a number of other excursions that are on offer. If other guides are of the calibre of the outstanding Bill, we are surely in for a treat!”

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Christmas Light Private Carriage Ride New York City - Starting at The Plaza and Fifth Avenue
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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 a private horse carriage through Midtown for about 40 to 45 minutes, passing The Plaza, Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Center, Saks, Radio City Music Hall, and more. Your licensed guide provides blankets, photos, horse treats, and city stories. Carriages hold up to four adults, making this a cozy choice for couples or families.

“It was wonderful. It was raining hard but with the roof and blanket we were cozy and the Christmas lights were beautiful. A terrific experience! I highly recommend it.”

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Paris Christmas Illuminations and Local Festivities Private Tour - Place Vendôme, Parisian polish at its most formal
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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

Explore Paris Christmas lights with guide Milan, using private transport and walking between Galeries Lafayette, Tuileries, Place Vendôme, and the Champs-Élysées. Expect rooftop views, seasonal sweets, mulled wine or hot chocolate, and a Ferris wheel ride. Hotel pickup and drop-off within Paris are included.

“Our guide, Milan, was well versed in French history and local Paris venues. His enthusiasm lifted the four of us and greatly added to our appreciation of our surroundings. Three cheers for Viator and Milan!”

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From Manhattan: Private Brooklyn Christmas Tour by Limousine - Leaving Manhattan in your own limousine
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From Manhattan: Private Brooklyn Christmas Tour by Limousine

13.From Manhattan: Private Brooklyn Christmas Tour by Limousine

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 41 reviews · 3 hours

You’ll leave your Manhattan hotel or apartment in a private limousine with an English- or Spanish-speaking driver, then spend 30 to 40 minutes walking through Brooklyn’s Dyker Heights. Expect giant ornaments, bright lights, photo stops, soft drinks, and local tips from your driver. The outing lasts three hours for up to seven people.

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

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Barcelona: Private Christmas Lights Tour by Eco Tuk Tuk - Starting at Carrer de Casp 13
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Barcelona: Private Christmas Lights Tour by Eco Tuk Tuk

14.Barcelona: Private Christmas Lights Tour by Eco Tuk Tuk

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

You’ll ride a private electric tuk tuk through Barcelona’s holiday-lit Eixample, passing Casa Batlló, Casa Milà, Arc de Triomf, and Plaça de Catalunya. Your English or Spanish-speaking driver-guide shares festive tips during this one-hour outing. The tuk tuk holds up to four people and comes with blankets and rain protection.

“Jose gave a great overview of Barcelona. Very friendly and knowledgeable guide.”

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Private Christmas Markets Walking Tour Vienna - Karlsplatz begins with church lights and handmade goods
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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 meeting point for a private 2.5-hour walk through Vienna’s Christmas markets and old town. Guides such as Brigitte, Walter, Daniela, and Sabine add history, food tips, transport advice, and local context while you visit Karlsplatz, Stephansplatz, Freyung, Hofburg, and Rathausplatz.

“My wife and I are quite familiar with Vienna as we've visited the city several times and have grown to love the beautiful Christmas markets. To make our latest visit even more special, we decided to book a private tour of the markets with a local guide. Our goal was to experience the holiday atmosphere like true locals, gain some insights, and learn about the differences between the various markets. Luckily, we were able to book Brigitte as our guide. From the moment we met her in the hotel lobby, we felt like we were meeting an old friend. Brigitte took us to five different markets, and along the way,…”

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★ 5.02-Hour Private Christmas Lights Tour in Lisbon Free Pick-upFrom $1692 reviews
★ 5.0Lisbon Private Tour by Tuk Tuk (Christmas Lights)3 reviews
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