New Orleans Plantation Driving Tour
Overview
Visit a plantation along the Mississippi River and glimpse into the grace, grandeur, and tragedy of early southern history on this four-hour tour from New Orleans. Gain an understanding of the socioeconomic and cultural factors that gave rise to slavery and why it became such a powerful institution throughout the south. Learn how industries such as oil, cotton, sugar, lumber, indigo, and citrus allowed New Orleans to become the city it is today and why it was such an important trading center before the outbreak of the Civil War.
Note: Contact us BEFORE booking to confirm availability and meeting location.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- This tour is private, not exclusive.
- Private tour
- Plantation docents
- Licensed and insured driver/guide
- Lunch (available for purchase)
- Gratuities
- Souvenirs
- Admission to unplanned attraction
Meeting and Pickup
We will meet at any pre-determined location. I have a dark gray Honda Odyssey marked New Orleans Private Tours.
Canal Street
New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Destrehan Plantation
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Only two plantations have elevators.
- Visitors with limited mobility and/or service animals should contact us BEFORE booking to confirm availability and operational status of elevators.
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the New Orleans Plantation Driving Tour?
A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (CDT). Read more Apr 2025
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