The Best Organized Christmas & New Years Tours in Zambia

Guided Group Tours, Vacation Packages, or Planned Itineraries

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Escape the ordinary this holiday season and embark on a Christmas and New Year's adventure to Zambia like no other. We've done the research and analyzed all the guided and oganized organized tours, holiday packages, and tour packages to Zambia bring you the absolute best guided experiences. Whether you're seeking enchanting traditions, thrilling activities, or a cultural exploration, these tours have it all. With our careful consideration of price, destinations, guest ratings, service, and activities, you can relax and enjoy the holiday season to the fullest on one of these fantastic organized tours. So, let's find the perfect tour for your next trip below.


The Top 3 Tours:

  • 2 Days, $295.00

  • 3 Days, $675.00

  • 6 Days, $1350.00
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The Best Christmas & New Years Tours through Zambia

Including guided tours, organized tours, holiday packages, all-inclusive vacations, and guided itineraries.

All tour prices are listed in US Dollars before taxes, and come from a base price that is reported by TourRadar. Peak season prices can vary significantly, particularly in destinations where seasonal travel fluctuates dramatically. While we do our best to evaluate all tours to maintain accuracy, always confirm the details directly with TourRadar or the tour company before booking. The information provided on this website is sourced directly from TourRadar and may change at any time.

Organized by Lochinvar Safaris 2 Days Livingstone to Lusaka 3 Destinations
  • On Sale: 5% Off
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for Christmas & New Years tours in Zambia.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for Adventure Travelers

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 2 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 10
Price per Day: $140

This tour visits Livingstone, Choma, and Lusaka.

  • Family
  • Partially Guided

By Lochinvar Safaris
Lochinvar Safaris is a smaller international tour company with trips to 3 countries, including Zambia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe. Although the prices might be slightly above average, the small group sizes provide travelers with a more personal experience. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. Wildlife viewing tours are their focus, guaranteeing a memorable and exciting experience.



$295 $280
on TourRadar

Organized by Lochinvar Safaris 3 Days Start/End in Livingstone 2 Destinations
  • On Sale: 5% Off
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for Christmas & New Years tours in Zambia.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 6 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 10
Price per Day: $220

This tour visits Livingstone and Kafue National Park.

  • Jeep & 4WD
  • Wildlife
  • Family
  • Safari
  • Fully Guided

By Lochinvar Safaris
Lochinvar Safaris is a smaller international tour company with trips to 3 countries, including Zambia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe. Although the prices might be slightly above average, the small group sizes provide travelers with a more personal experience. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. Wildlife viewing tours are their focus, guaranteeing a memorable and exciting experience.



$675 $641
on TourRadar

Organized by Lochinvar Safaris 6 Days Lusaka to Livingstone 3 Destinations
  • On Sale: 4% Off
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for Christmas & New Years tours in Zambia.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.
  • Great for Adventure Travelers

starstarstarstarstar 4.6 rating

Age Range: 3 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 10
Price per Day: $223

This tour visits Lusaka, Choma, and Livingstone.

  • Family
  • Partially Guided

By Lochinvar Safaris
Lochinvar Safaris is a smaller international tour company with trips to 3 countries, including Zambia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe. Although the prices might be slightly above average, the small group sizes provide travelers with a more personal experience. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. Wildlife viewing tours are their focus, guaranteeing a memorable and exciting experience.



$1,350 $1,296
on TourRadar

Organized by Delightful Travel 10 Days Johannesburg to Cape Town 5 Destinations
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.

starstarstarstarstar 4.3 rating

Age Range: 2 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 24
Price per Day: $382

This tour visits Johannesburg, Pilanesberg National Park, Victoria Falls, Zambezi, and Cape Town.

  • Family
  • Partially Guided

By Delightful Travel
Delightful Travel is a large multi-national travel company which offers trips to destinations around the world. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category.



$3,819
on TourRadar

Organized by Sunway Safaris 21 Days Start/End in Livingstone 14 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for Christmas & New Years tours in Zambia.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.5 rating

Age Range: 12 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 12
Price per Day: $212

This tour visits Livingstone, Kwando, Divundu, Rundu, Etosha National Park, Brandberg Mountain, Swakopmund, Sossusvlei, Sesriem, Windhoek, Ghanzi, Okavango Delta, Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, and Chobe National Park.

  • Wildlife
  • Safari
  • Fully Guided

By Sunway Safaris
Sunway Safaris offers local safari tours through Botswana, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Zambia, and others. The small group sizes, often less than 12, make for a very personal experience. Many of their tours are priced in the mid-range category. If you're looking for a great safari tour company, they provide many great options.



$4,450
on TourRadar

Organized by T.S TOURS 9 Days Cape Town to Johannesburg 13 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 6 to 96
Maximum Group Size: 96
Price per Day: $689

This tour visits Cape Town, Table Mountain, Hout Bay, Chapman's Peak, Simon's Town, Paarl, Franschhoek, Stellenbosch, Karongwe, Kapama Private Game Reserve, Victoria Falls, Livingstone, and Johannesburg.

  • Family
  • Fully Guided

By T.S TOURS
T.S TOURS is a smaller international tour company with trips to 8 countries, including South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana, and Zambia. Most of the tours provided by T.S TOURS are high-end and luxurious with a top-tier level of service.



$6,200
on TourRadar

Organized by On The Go Tours 12 Days Spitzkoppe to Livingstone 10 Destinations
  • On Sale: 15% Off
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for Christmas & New Years tours in Zambia.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 18 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $180

This tour visits Spitzkoppe, Etosha National Park, Windhoek, Gobabis, Maun, Okavango Delta, Nata, Kasane, Chobe National Park, and Livingstone.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Camping
  • Fully Guided

By On The Go Tours
On The Go Tours is a large multi-national travel company which offers trips to destinations around the world. Many of their tours are priced in the mid-range category.



$2,085 $1,772
on TourRadar

Organized by Acacia Adventure Holidays 7 Days Livingstone to Pretoria 8 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for Christmas & New Years tours in Zambia.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.7 rating

Age Range: 18 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $241

This tour visits Livingstone, Bulawayo, Matobo National Park, Beitbridge, Tshipise, Hazyview, Kruger National Park, and Pretoria.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Big Five
  • Fully Guided

By Acacia Adventure Holidays
Acacia Adventure Holidays offers local overland truck tours through South Africa, Zambia, Tanzania, Kenya, and others. Their expertise is in organizing fantastic overland truck adventures to exciting destinations. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. Wildlife viewing tours are their specialty, so you'll know that you're signing up for a fun experience.



$1,687
on TourRadar

Organized by Acacia Adventure Holidays 7 Days Pretoria to Livingstone 9 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for Christmas & New Years tours in Zambia.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.8 rating

Age Range: 18 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $250

This tour visits Pretoria, Hazyview, Kruger National Park, Tshipise, Bulawayo, Matobo National Park, Victoria Falls, Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park, and Livingstone.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Big Five
  • Fully Guided

By Acacia Adventure Holidays
Acacia Adventure Holidays offers local overland truck tours through South Africa, Zambia, Tanzania, Kenya, and others. Their expertise is in organizing fantastic overland truck adventures to exciting destinations. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. Wildlife viewing tours are their specialty, so you'll know that you're signing up for a fun experience.



$1,747
on TourRadar

Organized by T.S TOURS 9 Days Cape Town to Johannesburg 13 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 5 to 90
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $1089

  • Family
  • Fully Guided

By T.S TOURS
T.S TOURS is a smaller international tour company with trips to 8 countries, including South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana, and Zambia. Most of the tours provided by T.S TOURS are high-end and luxurious with a top-tier level of service.



$9,800
on TourRadar

Why does Zambia appeal to holiday travelers?

Zambia is a magical destination at Christmas, with cultural activities and charming holiday traditions. Holiday tours offer an amazing opportunity to dive into the best sights in a convenient way at an affordable price. You'll travel stress-free while creating amazing memories.

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How much do Christmas & New Years Tours in Zambia cost?

The average daily price of Christmas & New Years Tours in Zambia is $317 per day. Prices can vary widely due to the included amenities, length of the trip, number of guests on the tour, and many other factors. If you want more information about prices, we have put together a complete analysis of the costs of Christmas & New Years Tours in Zambia here.


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$317
Average Price Per Day
15
Tours Analyzed
4.7
Average Rating
6
Tour Companies
20
Average Group Size

Which Tour Companies Offer Christmas & New Years Tours?

A number of fantastic tour companies offer Christmas & New Years tours in Zambia. These are a few of the best, because they offer the highest rated service, provide the best overall quality, and have the most five-star guest reviews to prove it.

Acacia Adventure Holidays

Acacia Adventure Holidays offers local overland truck tours through South Africa, Zambia, Tanzania, Kenya, and others. Most participants are adults and the tours range in length from 3 days to 8 weeks. Their expertise is in organizing fantastic overland truck adventures to exciting destinations. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. Wildlife viewing tours are their specialty, so you'll know that you're signing up for a fun experience. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as camping, wine tasting, and whale watching.

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Lochinvar Safaris

Lochinvar Safaris is a smaller international tour company with tours to 3 countries, including Zambia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe. Although the prices might be slightly above average, the small group sizes provide travelers with a more personal experience. Some of their offerings cater to families with children. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. Wildlife viewing tours are their focus, guaranteeing a memorable and exciting experience.

See All Tours from Lochinvar Safaris

T.S TOURS

T.S TOURS is a smaller international tour company with tours to 8 countries, including South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana, and Zambia. Some of their offerings cater to families with children. Most of the tours provided by T.S TOURS are high-end and luxurious with a top-tier level of service.

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Sunway Safaris

Sunway Safaris offers local safari tours through Botswana, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Zambia, and others. Most participants are adults and the tours range in length from 10 days to 3 weeks. The small group sizes, often less than 12, make for a very personal experience. Many of their tours are priced in the mid-range category. If you're looking for a great safari tour company, they provide many great options.

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Christmas & New Years Destinations in Zambia

Wondering where christmas & new years tours visit in Zambia? With a variety of stops and destinations along the way, there's something for everyone.

A few of the most popular places visited by tours in Zambia include Livingstone, Lusaka, Choma, and Zambezi.


Christmas & New Years Tours vs. Independent Travel: Pros and Cons

Deciding between an organized tour and independent travel? Keep these important aspects of each option in mind.

Pros
  • Festive itineraries tailored to holiday themes.
  • All logistics and planning are handled for you.
  • Opportunities to visit famous Christmas markets or New Year's events.
  • Enjoy local holiday traditions with expert guidance.
  • Group activities bring a festive, social atmosphere.
  • Stress-free transportation and accommodation arrangements.
  • Special holiday meals or treats are often included.
  • Learn cultural insights about Christmas traditions from locals.
Cons
  • Less flexibility to customize activities or schedules.
  • Group dynamics may not suit everyone.
  • Strict timelines might reduce leisure time.
  • Limited opportunities for private family moments.
  • Some holiday traditions might feel commercialized.


Pros
  • Customize your itinerary to suit your family’s preferences.
  • Greater flexibility in choosing destinations and activities.
  • Spend holiday moments in private or intimate settings.
  • Freedom to experience lesser-known holiday events or markets.
Cons
  • Time-consuming to research holiday events and accommodations.
  • Must handle transportation and logistics yourself.
  • Higher prices and limited availability during peak season.
  • Risk of missing popular events without advance booking.
  • Requires extra effort to balance relaxation with activities.
  • Unexpected weather or closures can disrupt plans.
  • Harder to fully relax when managing all the details.


Which is cheaper?

Is independent travel less expensive than booking guided Christmas & New Years tours? The answer varies. Organized tours package essential services like accommodations, transport, meals, entrance fees, and activities into a single price, while independent travel involves booking each aspect separately. To assess which is more economical, compare the tour price with what you'd spend arranging everything yourself. If you prioritize budget options or premium experiences, the cost comparison could swing either way. Always review the details of what's included in the tour package to decide.

Also, before booking a tour, make sure you know exactly what is included as tour companies sometimes change their itineraries or included amenities to keep them updated with seasonal changes and customer interests.

More Tour Options

See also The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Zambia, The Best Wildlife Tours to Zambia, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Zambia, The Best 3-Day Tours in Zambia, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Zambia, The Best Overlanding Trips in Zambia, The Best Adventure Tours to Zambia, The Best Eco Tours in Zambia, The Best Cultural Tours in Zambia, The Best Camping Tours in Zambia, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Zambia, The Best Safaris in Zambia, The Best Luxury Tours to Zambia, The Best Budget Tours to Zambia, or The Best Tours for Seniors to Zambia for more tour ideas. With so many options, there's a guided tour or vacation package for every type of traveler.

Also, if you're departing from a specific destination, see The Best 3-Day Tours from Livingstone, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Livingstone, or The Best 2-Week Tours from Lusaka for more package tour options.

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