Heated seats, blankets, hot chocolate… just perfect for a winter night.
Feast your eyes on the festive lights and drink in some holiday cheer on board our delightful electric vehicles! Getting in the holiday spirit comes naturally as you view the beautifully adorned Christmas trees, skating rinks, twinkling bridge lights, and illuminated houses and streets throughout the city. Even the cable cars are festooned with lights!
Our 1.5-hour Holiday Lights outings include yummy hot cocoa, candy canes, fuzzy Santa hats, and plenty of sing-along holiday karaoke tunes on board.
Your Holiday tour begins at Fisherman’s Wharf
Next up is Union Square, the center of San Francisco’s festivities, witness for yourself why Macy’s spectacular window decorations have become so famous! We then head up to Nob Hill, stopping at the Fairmont Hotel to check out their winter wonderland lobby and completely edible two-story gingerbread house (actual house-sized!).
From there, the tour takes you to the Embarcadero. San Francisco has a gift for you: the buildings at the Embarcadero Center are outlined in twinkling lights like giant presents! Check out the massive Christmas tree at PIER 39 before arriving back in Fisherman’s Wharf.
Your festive holiday tour starts and ends at Fisherman’s Wharf.
December 13th TO 24th Nightly
5:00 PM and 7:00 PM
1.5 Hours $410.00 Up to 6 guests per Tuk on a Private Holiday Tour ($ 417.75 with all fees)
Our private tours are perfect for five riders per Tuk Tuk (6 guests are ok with a group that includes children and adults).
Larger groups can rent multiple Tuk Tuks to cruise around together.
No children or infants seated on laps.
Holiday Lights and Sites Tours start in Fisherman’s Wharf San Francisco’s #1 destination
366 Jefferson St SF CA 94133 at the new location of Umbrella Alley in Fisherman’s Wharf.
Note: We no longer start tours at the old location of Umbrella Alley on Beach Street.
We do not offer Hotel Pick-Up
The guide AKA Santa’s Helper, made the evening full of joy, stories, and holiday music.





We saw the lights, Lombard Street, Union Square tree—so much holiday fun.
Your festive holiday experience includes:
Holiday sites and highlights include:
The tour is 1.5 hours, packed with glowing photo spots, sparkling neighborhoods, and holiday fun.
Each Tuk Tuk seats up to 6 guests.
Larger groups can book multiple Tuk Tuks for a festive caravan.
Yes! Your Tuk Tuk is completely private, just for your group.
All tours begin and end in Fisherman’s Wharf at Umbrella Alley.
Your confirmation email includes the exact meeting location and check-in instructions.
Absolutely! Kids love the lights, the music, the Santa hats, and the open-air ride.
All children must be seated and buckled — no lap seating is allowed.
Yes — lots! Your guide will make multiple Instagram-worthy photo stops at the best holiday displays and sparkling city viewpoints.
Yes — we take guests down the famous Crooked Street, which looks especially fun and festive at night. If it’s too busy, we make a scenic stop instead.
Dress warmly! San Francisco evenings are chilly year-round.
Layers, hats, gloves, and warm coats keep everyone comfortable.
We provide blankets on colder nights.
Yes — the holiday lights look great in misty weather.
Tuk Tuks have clear rain covers if needed.
In rare cases of heavy storms, we will contact you with options.
Non-alcoholic drinks are fine (and we provide hot chocolate!).
No alcohol or glass containers, please.
No. Gratuity is not included but is always appreciated. Most guests tip their guide 15–20% for holiday fun and great service.
Yes! Multi-Tuk Tuk holiday caravans are available and perfect for:
Family gatherings
Friends’ night out
Company holiday celebrations
Birthday and anniversary surprises
Winter date nights
Cancellations made 24+ hours before the tour are refundable.
Same-day cancellations or no-shows are not refundable and will not be rescheduled.
