New Orleans Tour

Delve into the heart of New Orleans on this tour of the French Quarter. Learn about the European origins of the city, visit City Park & the Garden District, and reflect on the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina in 2005.

New Orleans Tour

At the appointed time, hotel pickup will commence for the tour of New Orleans. The journey begins with a leisurely stroll along the banks of the Mississippi River through the birthplace of the most significant city in Louisiana.

During the French Quarter tour, the group will visit Jackson Square, home to the Cathedral of St. Louis. As a Catholic city in a predominantly Protestant country, New Orleans accommodates the oldest Catholic church in the United States. The nearby French Market adds to the local experience.

Continuing the tour, you will learn about the European heritage of the neighborhood. The name derives from the Gallic invasion, and as you meander through the streets, you’ll observe connections to Bourbon Spain.

Exiting the French Quarter via Esplanade Avenue, the group will view houses over 100 years old. This avenue, lined with colonial mansions, leads to City Park, recognized as the sixth largest urban park in the United States.

City Park features golf courses, an art museum, and a sculpture garden, among other attractions. The tour route also includes a cemetery visit, providing insights into the unique burial customs of New Orleans.

Before concluding, the group will experience the Garden District, characterized by historic mansions flanked by oak trees. This area includes one of the sites most impacted by Hurricane Katrina, which devastated the city in 2005.

After three hours of exploring, the tour ends with drop-off at your hotel.

New Orleans + Barataria Preserve Boat Tour (7.5 hours)

For those looking to extend the New Orleans experience, an option is available that includes a boat tour of the Barataria Reserve. Following the initial itinerary, the group will head south to traverse the vast marshes within the Jean Lafitte National Park.

While aboard, participants will learn about the rich flora and fauna of the region, spotting over 200 species of birds, snakes, turtles, and amphibians. Keep an eye out for the occasional alligator.

New Orleans + Oak Alley Plantation Tour (9 hours)

For those interested in exploring one of the darkest chapters in U.S. history alongside the iconic locations in New Orleans, the option to include an excursion to Oak Alley is available.

This segment includes a visit to the grand mansion, where participants will take a tour to uncover the details of one of the oldest and best-preserved plantations in Louisiana.

The tour of New Orleans will proceed after this initial activity.