Since the opening of Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, all guests, including those on a VIP tour, were required to obtain a boarding group to experience the attraction. Starting July 11, VIP Tour guests will no longer need boarding groups and will be escorted right on to the popular ride.
The Rise of the Resistance boarding group system is notoriously complicated. Even though Disney is continually tweaking the system to improve it, guests may see the appeal in paying extra to ensure their party will get to ride.
Rates for tours start at $425 per hour. Learn more about VIP Tours here.
We’ve learned of another update to the Walt Disney World website! Walt Disney World is now accepting reservations for Disney Private VIP Tours.
As shared on the Walt Disney World website under “Unique Tours”:
“Disney Private VIP Toursis currently accepting reservations. Please note that reservations are subject to availability.”
The Disney Private VIP Tours allow for guests to explore the parks with their own VIP Tour Guide. Pricing ranges from $425 to $750 per hour, depending on the season (valid park admission is required for each park visited on tour and is not included in the price of the tour). For reservations call (407) 560-4033. For more details about Disney Private VIP Tour, click here.
The following unique tours are still listed as unavailable on Disney’s website:
On top of paying the already increased price on your annual pass or a day ticket to Walt Disney World, you’re going to also have to dig a little deeper in your pockets for a Private VIP Tour.
The Private VIP Tour Service is a fully customizable tour guide service you can purchase in addition to park admission. You’ve seen these VIP tour guides in plaid and blue escorting groups throughout the parks.
The exclusive services they offer come with a cost, and the hourly rate can now reach as high as $750 an hour — with the lowest rate sitting at $425 an hour. Previously, the highest rate for a private VIP tour was $625 an hour. The time of year you visit Walt Disney World will determine your hourly rate. Also, you’ll be committed to using the tour guide for at least seven continuous hours.
Groups of up to 10 guests can use the Private VIP Tour Service to see and do the things on their list. Just tell your personal VIP Tour Guide what you’d like to see, and they’ll customize your day to your desire! After being picked up from your Central Florida accommodations in a private vehicle, enjoy unparalleled hospitality at one or more of the theme parks, experience some of your favorite attractions and watch magnificent parades; live shows and select nighttime spectaculars from special reserved viewing areas alongside a VIP Tour Guide. Guests may be picked up from any Central Florida location; however, billing will begin at the time of pick up.
Some of the personalized services include:
Pre-arrival planning
A flexible start time, picked by you
Visits to multiple theme parks in one or more days, if desired
The ability to enjoy some of your favorite attractions efficiently
VIP viewing areas for parades, select stage shows and nighttime spectaculars
Shared insight from your highly knowledgeable VIP Tour Guide throughout your tour
