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Top 15 Private Tours in the USA

41 tours  ·  from $37 a head

Good private tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Private Central Park Pedicab Tour - Starting at West 58th Street
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Private Central Park Pedicab Tour

1.Private Central Park Pedicab Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,981 reviews · 1 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $38Our pick

Ride through Central Park in a private pedicab with an English-speaking guide. Choose a one, two, or three-hour route and stop at Bethesda Fountain, Bow Bridge, Strawberry Fields, Belvedere Castle, and more. Guides such as Johnny, Leo, MJ, and Max are praised for lively stories and taking excellent photos. Blankets help in cold weather.

“We enjoyed our tour. Our guide was personable and gave us plenty of time at each stop. You cover much more ground riding a pedicab through Central Park than walking.”

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Party Bike Private Party Up To 14 People in Old Town Scottsdale - Why Old Town Scottsdale works well for a party bike
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Party Bike Private Party Up To 14 People in Old Town Scottsdale

2.Party Bike Private Party Up To 14 People in Old Town Scottsdale

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,541 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Pedal through Old Town Scottsdale on a private two-hour party bike with your own group of up to 14 people. A driver-guide handles the route while you choose the music, use the coolers and cups, and stop at Social Tap, Boondocks Patio & Grill, and Pattie’s First Avenue Lounge. Guides such as Jacob, Kirk, Chase, and Ian have earned strong praise for keeping groups laughing.

“Jacob our driver was the PERFECT driver for our crew! He made our adventure so fun! Highly recommend him and this tour!”

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2 hrs Miami Private Boat Tour with Cooler, Ice, Bluetooth Stereo - Starting at the Miami River marina
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2 hrs Miami Private Boat Tour with Cooler, Ice, Bluetooth Stereo

3.2 hrs Miami Private Boat Tour with Cooler, Ice, Bluetooth Stereo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,968 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $65

Take a private two-hour cruise from Miami’s river to Biscayne Bay, with views of Downtown, Bayside, Star Island, celebrity homes, the port, and the Venetian Causeway. Your group chooses the music and brings drinks for the cooler. Captains such as Walter, Gustavo, Andrés, and Yolepsy are often praised for friendly service, but the captain fee is extra.

“It was a great experience. We loved out captain and we had an amazing time. I would recommend. 1,000/10.”

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Small-Group or Private Grand Canyon with Sedona Tour from Phoenix - Sedona’s red rock sampler
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Small-Group or Private Grand Canyon with Sedona Tour from Phoenix

4.Small-Group or Private Grand Canyon with Sedona Tour from Phoenix

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,405 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $235

Travel from Phoenix, Scottsdale, or Tempe through the Sonoran Desert, Flagstaff, and pine country to Sedona and the Grand Canyon South Rim. Your guide, including possible team members such as Jordan, Aldo, or Mark, handles the driving, viewpoints, and timing in a 13-seat van or private SUV. Expect a full 13-hour day.

“Aldo was amazing definitely knows all the good spots and really was in good communications one of the best tour guide”

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National Mall Night Tour with 10+ Monuments (Public or Private) - The Mall memorials, from World War II to Lincoln
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National Mall Night Tour with 10+ Monuments (Public or Private)

5.National Mall Night Tour with 10+ Monuments (Public or Private)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,207 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $68

Start at 7:30 pm on Pennsylvania Avenue for a three-hour guided ride and walking tour of Washington DC. You’ll stop at the Capitol, White House, Lincoln Memorial, MLK Memorial, Vietnam Memorial, and more. Guides such as Sally, James, and Dwayne mix history with humor, while optional next-day tickets cover selected museums or the Washington Monument.

“highly recommend James as our tour guy and CHRIS as our bus driver to anyone. They were very accommodating and thorough with the tour.”

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Private Transfer from Manhattan to NYC Airports (JFK/EWR/LGA) - Choosing between JFK, EWR, and LGA
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Private Transfer from Manhattan to NYC Airports (JFK/EWR/LGA)

6.Private Transfer from Manhattan to NYC Airports (JFK/EWR/LGA)

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 1,683 reviews · 30 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $36Best value

Book a private Carmel car from your Manhattan hotel or residence to JFK, Newark, or LaGuardia. Choose a sedan for up to three people or an SUV or minivan for six. The service runs 24 hours a day, but traffic, tolls, luggage limits, and driver communication deserve close attention.

“Everything went perfectly. I confirmed my details the day before travel and had no issues at all. Considering it was Thanksgiving week I was very impressed.”

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New York City: Private Central Park Pedicab Tour - From West 58th Street to the park’s southern edge
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New York City: Private Central Park Pedicab Tour

7.Private Central Park Pedicab Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,637 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $40

Ride through Central Park with guides such as Max, Mani, MJ, and Ali, stopping at Bethesda Fountain, Bow Bridge, Strawberry Fields, Belvedere Castle, and more. Your guide shares park history, film connections, and local stories while taking photos for you. Choose a one or two-hour private tour in English or French.

“Max was informative and attentive. well worth the money”

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Kauai Private Doors-Off Helicopter: Ultimate Waterfalls & Canyons - Manawaiopuna Falls, the Jurassic Park waterfall
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Kauai Private Doors-Off Helicopter: Ultimate Waterfalls & Canyons

8.Kauai Private Doors-Off Helicopter: Ultimate Waterfalls & Canyons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,510 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $415

Take a 75-minute private doors-off flight from Lihue with Ali’i Kauai Air Tours & Charters. Every passenger gets a window seat as pilots such as Ross, Travis, Taylor, Aiden, Clay, and Stuart guide you over Waimea Canyon, Jurassic Falls, Olokele Canyon, Hanalei Valley, Wai’ale’ale Crater, and the Na Pali Coast. Bring a warm layer and secure your phone and hair.

“My husband and I just got back from our honeymoon in Hawaii, and we cannot recommend Ali'i Kauai Air Tours & Charters enough! We did the open-door private helicopter tour, and it was absolutely unbelievable — hands down our favorite part of our trip to Kauai. This was actually our third helicopter experience, and it was by far the best one yet. Our pilot was amazing — so knowledgeable, friendly, and made sure we felt completely comfortable the entire time. The views were breathtaking from start to finish, and the whole experience was beyond anything we could have imagined. If you’re visiting Kauai, this tour is an absolute must!”

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Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon Tour UTV Adventure (Private) - Entering Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon on foot
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Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon Tour UTV Adventure (Private)

9.Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon Tour UTV Adventure (Private)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 996 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $129

Take a private UTV ride from the Peek-A-Boo trailhead near Kanab to a striking slot canyon. Your guide, often Brent, Lindsey, Jordan, Tyler, or Taylor, drives the sandy route, explains the canyon’s geology and history, takes photos, and helps you try sandboarding. The two-hour outing includes an easy canyon walk and a short ladder.

“Well worth it, unless you have a decent 4WD but I liked it was an easy and stress free way of seeing the slot canyon”

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Miami: South Beach Private 50-Minute Private Flight Tour - The small plane changes the experience
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Miami: South Beach Private 50-Minute Private Flight Tour

10.South Beach Private 50-Minute Private Flight Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 941 reviews · 50 min · from $95

Fly privately over Miami with Eagles Air Tours for 50 minutes, taking in South Beach, Key Biscayne, downtown, and the Venetian, Star, and Palm Islands. Your pilot, such as Diego, Sergio, or Justin, provides live English or Spanish narration through a headset. Expect a small plane, free parking, and big views.

“We had an amazing trip with David! He was very friendly and professional. During the flight He gave us information about the areas and answered questions. The trip is worth - everbody who comes to Miami should do it!! Thank you again David!”

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NYC: Private Central Park Horse Carriage Ride with Guide - What you see inside Central Park
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NYC: Private Central Park Horse Carriage Ride with Guide

11.Private Central Park Horse Carriage Ride with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 790 reviews · 40 minutes - 1 hour

Settle into a private horse carriage for 40 minutes to an hour with an English-speaking driver-guide. See Central Park sights such as Bethesda Fountain, Tavern on the Green, and the carousel, or choose a city ride past Fifth Avenue, Saks, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Drivers including Fred, Rony, Emre, and Kadir are praised for photos, local stories, and friendly service.

“The guide’s knowledge of the area. Appreciated the information shared. Great insight. The only thing could be improved is weather. Next we will thing about the summer carriage”

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NYC: JFK Airport to Manhattan Private Transfer Up to 5pax - Meeting your driver at JFK
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NYC: JFK Airport to Manhattan Private Transfer Up to 5pax

12.JFK Airport to Manhattan Private Transfer Up to 5pax

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 786 reviews

Travel privately between JFK Airport and Manhattan in an air-conditioned vehicle for up to five people. Your English-speaking driver confirms the meeting point through WhatsApp, waits up to 90 minutes after landing, and helps with luggage. Choose airport-to-city or city-to-airport service, with up to five large suitcases included.

“From the moment of booking the messages and contact was great from the company, helpful, professional and friendly, Kevin the driver contacted me before we flew, asked for details and advised what to do when we landed, he asked for photos of the party and luggage so he could look out for us, sent photos of the car and the stand where he was waiting to make it easier to find him and handed us water when we set off , which after a 7 hour flight and getting through security was exactly what we needed We were so happy with how helpful he was we booked a return transfer…”

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Miami Beach: South Beach Private Airplane Tour with Drinks - Starting at Miami Executive Airport
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Miami Beach: South Beach Private Airplane Tour with Drinks

13.Miami Beach: South Beach Private Airplane Tour with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 659 reviews · 40 min · from $99

Take a 40-minute private Cessna 172 flight from Miami Executive Airport over South Beach, Fisher Island, Key Biscayne, and Miami’s skyline. Your pilot, often Piero, Pierro, Marcial, or Yahya, points out sights through a headset. Soft drinks, juice, water, parking, Wi-Fi, and a birthday balloon by request are included.

“Many thanks to our great pilot Piero Rotta for unforgetable experience.Smooth flight, perfect take off and landing in rather windy conditions and great views over Miami. Enjoyed every minute of our sky tour.”

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Virginia Private Custom Wine Tour from Charlottesville - Why a private wine day works well around Charlottesville
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Virginia Private Custom Wine Tour from Charlottesville

14.Virginia Private Custom Wine Tour from Charlottesville

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 613 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Set out from a Charlottesville accommodation at 11 a.m. with Blue Ridge Wine Excursions for a five-hour private tour of Virginia wine country. Your guide, possibly Bill, Gillie, Dan, or Andrew, handles the driving while you choose three to four wineries, tasting rooms, and an optional vineyard picnic. Tasting fees and alcohol cost extra.

“Guide was knowledgable and experienced. Countryside was great.. Wineries were impressive. We left happy, and with wine!!”

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Private 'OG' Manatee Snorkel Tour with Guide for up to 10 people - Why the private boat changes the experience
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Private ‘OG’ Manatee Snorkel Tour with Guide for up to 10 people

15.Private ‘OG’ Manatee Snorkel Tour with Guide for up to 10 people

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 598 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Meet your guide at River Ventures in Crystal River for a safety video, wetsuit fitting, and a private boat ride into the wildlife refuge. You’ll snorkel near wild manatees with guides such as Sarah, Kelly, Dave, or Lindsey, depending on the crew. Visibility and sightings vary, but the private boat gives your group more space and personal help.

“Captain Irish Dave and Marissa made our trip absolutely perfect!!! We had kids who were very hesitant to get in the water but they were so kind and patient and Marissa made every effort to make them feel safe in the water with the manatee. Captain Irish Dave was so encouraging to us and gave us the best experience that everyone could enjoy. I would highly recommend both guides if you have a large family or group.”

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