Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade (Manhattan) Holiday Lights Tour
Private Tour

During the holidays in New York City there is something special in the air. It is not easy to describe, but it is something you sense when you see the lights, the people, and the hustle and bustle of holiday preparation. All New Yorkers have their favorite spot to “sense” the holidays. The Christmas Markets in Grand Central Station is one and the plaza at Lincoln Center is another. Many like to gaze at the stupendous windows of Macy’s and Sak’s, while the traditionalist will marvel at the wonder of 30,000 lights on the tree at Rockefeller Center. Come along with one of our New York guides and experience the holidays in New York; like no other place for the holidays. Your guide will take you to spots you have only seen in the movies and also their favorite spot, and if you have been nice and not naughty, maybe even reveal a secret or two about the holidays in New York. So, grab your Santa cap and come along for a ride of lights and smiling faces.
Program Includes:
• Ride in comfort in our luxury vehicles with professional drivers and bottled water.
• Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide.
• Door to door service and flexible timing (additional charge for outside of Manhattan).
• Driver gratuity included (guide gratuity is not included).
• 24-hour support phone number.
Program Rates:
Vehicle Size Four Hours
Sedan Car (1 to 2 guests) $1,299.00
SUV (3 to 5 guests) $1,399.00
Sprinter (6 to 11 guests) $1,599.00
Executive 24-Passenger (12-23 guests) $1,716.00
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• The starting time and date of the tour is customizable to fit your schedule.
- We recommend a start time between 4pm and 8pm to see the lights in the dark.
- This tour is offered seasonally from after Thanksgiving through New Year’s Eve, 7- days a week.
- Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour
• The starting location of the tour is customizable to fit your schedule. The tour can start at your hotel door step, at a restaurant you just finished dinner, or custom location of your liking.
- Pick up or drop off locations outside of Manhattan may accrue additional time & cost.
• Tour Itinerary:
- 4-hours with a private vehicle and tour guide starting in Manhattan at a location of your choice
- Drive around Manhattan with your local expert guide to experience the magic of the holiday season in NYC. You’ll explore holiday markets, holiday store window displays and the tree at Rockefeller Center.
- All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.
- See upgrade options below to add time or attraction entrances to your experience.
• Gratuity for the tour guide is not included
We can customize the tour and stops to fit your needs upon request.
Upgrade Options:
• If you like this tour, you may also like:
- Crazy Christmas Lights of Brooklyn
- Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Sightseeing Program
- Brooklyn Sightseeing Program
- Broadway Show Private Backstage Experience
• Looking for a Full-Day or Multi-Day Experience?
- Ask about our full-day (8-hours) Discover Manhattan Tour
- Ask about our 2 or 3-day NYC First-Timers Packages
• Make it Custom!
- Have any special interests? We can curate this tour and pair you with a specialized tour guide to fit your needs. Topics range from horticulture, art, culinary, pop culture, architecture, history or something we’ve never heard of! An additional research fee and specialized guide fee may apply.
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