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The 9 Best Private Experiences Around the World

9 shows  ·  from $40 a seat

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 9 private experiences worth the ticket, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you book.

VIP Jazz Dinner Cruise with Private Tour and Open Bar Option - Your first hour: Champagne, a photo, and the boat tour
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VIP Jazz Dinner Cruise with Private Tour and Open Bar Option

1.VIP Jazz Dinner Cruise with Private Tour and Open Bar Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 838 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $190Our pick

Board near the French Quarter for a three-hour VIP evening on the Mississippi. You get early boarding, front-row seats for the Dukes of Dixieland, Champagne, a Louisiana buffet, a private boat tour, souvenirs, and an optional open bar. Hosts such as Marlon and Alex add personal attention.

“We had a wonderful time on board the paddle boat. Marlon took care of all our needs. It was nice to not have to rush to get decent seating for the music and dinner. Our tour with the captain was very interesting. We would recommend to friends.”

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Opera Garnier Mysteries Private Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Entrance - Starting at the Opéra and entering without the wait
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Opera Garnier Mysteries Private Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Entrance

2.Opera Garnier Mysteries Private Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Entrance

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · from $232Top rated

Meet your certified guide at Paris’ Palais Garnier for a 90-minute private visit through the Grand Staircase, Grand Foyer, rotundas, library, and auditorium when open. Guides such as Nick and Alex explain the architecture, ballet connections, and Phantom of the Opera lore in English, French, or German.

“Nick was friendly, informative and great photographer! He was patient and took time to answer our questions.”

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Beijing LiYuan Theatre VIP Seats Opera Show with Private Transfer Service

3.Beijing LiYuan Theatre VIP Seats Opera Show with Private Transfer Service

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · from $80

Spend an evening at Beijing’s Liyuan Theatre with VIP seating, private hotel pickup, and return transport. The roughly hour-long show presents short Peking Opera scenes with acrobatics, costumes, makeup, music, and fighting. Guide Cathy may explain the acts and help secure a good view.

“An all round good experience. Most memorabile part was the Story of general Ma: Amazing costumes and great fighting scenes. The VIP transfer was enjoyable, the guide friendly and gave some facts about the wonderful Peking Opera.”

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Lisbon: Private Night Tour with Fado Dinner Show - Belém’s monuments under the evening sky
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Lisbon: Private Night Tour with Fado Dinner Show

4.Lisbon: Private Night Tour with Fado Dinner Show

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 32 reviews · 4 hours

You’ll see Lisbon’s illuminated center and Belém, sample a Pastel de Belém, then enjoy Portuguese dinner and live Fado in Alfama. A private guide, hotel transport, and flexible photo stops make this a convenient four-hour introduction, though the meal and show can vary.

“Did not follow itinerary, Pastelería belém was closed because the tour was not done in order specified Belem tower was also closed Sadly Dinner show was not the best. We were brought back in 3 1/2 hrs for a 4 hr tour.Sincerely, the tour was done in a particular manner so it could not be completed.”

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Dinner Cruise on Saigon River with Private Table - Dinner choices, buffet service, and food quality
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Dinner Cruise on Saigon River with Private Table

5.Dinner Cruise on Saigon River with Private Table

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 31 reviews · from $40Best value

Spend about three hours on the Saigon River from 6:30 pm, with a private table, Vietnamese and international dishes, city views, and live music and dance. Dinner may be buffet or set menu, drinks cost extra, and some bookings include attentive staff or guides such as Eddie, Allan, or Edward.

“The buffet had a nice selection of food to chose from. Staff were attentive and the curse up and down the river was enjoyable.”

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Puerto Nuevo Lobster, Margaritas and Mariachi Private Tour - Walking beside the border wall at Playas de Tijuana
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Puerto Nuevo Lobster, Margaritas and Mariachi Private Tour

6.Puerto Nuevo Lobster, Margaritas and Mariachi Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 5 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $189

Join guide Renee for a private Baja day trip from San Diego. Visit the Tijuana Cultural Center, Playas de Tijuana, and Rosarito before a lobster lunch, margarita, mariachi music, and market shopping in Puerto Nuevo. Pickup may be available south of Mission Valley.

“This was most of our group’s first time in Mexico. Renee made the trip seamless and tailored our experience to our needs (more than half of our group doesn’t drink). We enjoyed taking in the scenery and feasting on lobsters. Getting back stateside was also painless. Highly recommend!”

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Private tour: Lisbon Fado Dinner Show and Panoramic Night Tour - The evening route from Rossio to Alfama
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Private tour: Lisbon Fado Dinner Show and Panoramic Night Tour

7.Private tour: Lisbon Fado Dinner Show and Panoramic Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $190

Begin at 7:30 pm with private hotel pickup, then see Lisbon’s night views by car before a 2.5-hour Alfama dinner and Fado show. Drivers such as Carlos, Nuno, Martin, and Fred have helped shape memorable evenings, though the depth of sightseeing commentary can vary.

“Carlos was a wonderful guide he was friendly knowledgeable and knew exactly what I wanted to doing although the set menu at the restaurant could have been better”

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Private Evening Tour of Akshardham Temple with Musical Fountain Show - Security rules you need to take seriously
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Private Evening Tour of Akshardham Temple with Musical Fountain Show

8.Private Evening Tour of Akshardham Temple with Musical Fountain Show

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $52

Meet your private guide at Akshardham Metro station at 5:00 pm for a guided visit to Swaminarayan Akshardham, followed by its evening water show. Guides such as Sunil and Shiv help with the busy entry process, while snacks and drinks are included. Bring modest clothing, but leave your phone and camera behind.

“Communication was excellent from the start and our guide , Shiv , was waiting for us as advised and led us through into the Temple , it was very busy so were were very glad to have an experienced guide who knew where to go ,sorting out tiRead more”

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STATE OPERA - PRIVATE guided tour (tickets included) - Seeing the postwar sections beside the grand rooms
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STATE OPERA – PRIVATE guided tour (tickets included)

9.STATE OPERA – PRIVATE guided tour (tickets included)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $267

Join Giselle Tours Vienna for a 90-minute private visit inside the Wiener Staatsoper. You’ll see its grand historic rooms and postwar spaces, hear stories about famous singers and conductors, learn how sets change daily, and explore the Opera Ball and working life of this major institution.

“My tour guide was outstanding. She was very knowledgeable and professional, I would highly recommend her.”

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