Small-Group Louisiana Plantations Tour with Gourmet Lunch from New Orleans

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7 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Experience a pilgrimage back in time to the Antebellum South on this small-group van tour. Visit two Louisiana plantations, including an elegant lunch at Houmas House on the famous Mississippi River Road! Enjoy a narrated scenic drive out of New Orleans and along the shores of Lake Ponchartrain.

What's Included

  • Transport by air-conditioned 14-passenger van
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off, with exact pick up time provided
  • Unlimited gourmet buffet lunch with gratuity (vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options)
  • Beer, wine and cocktail drinks (available for purchase)
  • Gratuities for guide
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Meeting and Pickup

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Please specify hotel at time of purchase. We pick up in New Orleans at any hotel, Bed & Breakfast or select Airbnbs, uptown (close to St. Charles Ave.), in (or close to) the French Quarter, and on the Westbank.We do not pick up by the airport, in New Orleans East, in Slidell, or on the North Shore.Supplier will contact you the day before your tour to give you an exact pick up time.

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Start Time • Daily 8:30 AM

What To Expect

Destrehan Plantation

Travel to the historic Destrehan Plantation on Louisiana's Old River Road for a guided tour. During your tour of Destrehan Plantation, professional guides will bring to life the stories of generations who lived on and worked this land. Your guides will share every detail of this mansion’s storied history with you. You’ll also hear tales of the lives of both its owners and slaves. They will also tell you about its wonderfully restored Greek Revival architecture.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Houmas House and Gardens

A short ride upriver through sugar cane fields brings you to Houmas House Plantation. Refreshing Mint Juleps are available for purchase on arrival.Enjoy a gourmet lunch (included) in the grand dining hall at Houmas House Plantation.Houmas House River Road Buffet Lunch Menu: * Chicken and Andouille Gumbo * Caesar Salad (GF) * Cornmeal Fried Catfish * Chili Glazed Roasted Chicken (GF) * Crawfish Étouffée * Red Beans, Sausage and Rice (GF) * Shrimp and Mushroom Pasta * Roasted Vegetables (GF) * White Chocolate Bread Pudding * Non-alcoholic Drinks and Coffee (included)After lunch, experience the southern splendor of this Sugar Palace. Your tour guide, in antebellum dress, will lead you into 16 rooms filled with period antiques and Louisiana artwork. Upon completion in 1840, Houmas House was the crown jewel of Louisiana's River Road. Its heroically columned Greek revival exterior is stunning. It was topped by a belvédère that surveyed the oak alley leading south to the sweeping bend in the river. From it, you could also see miles and miles of cane fields extending from the Mississippi River to the back swamps!Enjoy the breeze off of the Mississippi River and stroll the stunning grounds through the shadows of ancient oaks.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Service animals are permitted. Please advise at time of booking to arrange accommodations
  • Child rate applies to all children and infants
  • Gluten-free and Vegetarian lunch options available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Small-Group Louisiana Plantations Tour with Gourmet Lunch from New Orleans?

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).This activity requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

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What's Included

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Transport by air-conditioned 14-passenger van
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off, with exact pick up time provided
  • Unlimited gourmet buffet lunch with gratuity (vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options)
  • Guided tour of Destrehan plantation
  • Guided admission to 1811 Slave Revolt Exhibit at Destrehan
  • Guided tour of Houmas House plantation
  • Beer, wine and cocktail drinks (available for purchase)
  • Gratuities for guide

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Service animals are permitted. Please advise at time of booking to arrange accommodations
  • Child rate applies to all children and infants
  • Gluten-free and Vegetarian lunch options available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

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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).
  • This activity requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This activity requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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