VIP Jazz Dinner Cruise with Private Tour and Open Bar Option

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New Orleans, USA
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On average, this is booked 41 (23.58) days in advance.

3 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Please arrive by 5:30pm for early boarding. Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by a ship staff member to take you onboard. Start the night off with a complimentary Champagne cocktail and get front row access to the Dukes of Dixieland before dining. After enjoying the tunes and maybe a little dancing, settle into your reserved table in the dining room for a dinner buffet featuring local favorites.

If you are looking for a little more, upgrade your cruise to include an open call brand bar. After dinner, take a tour of the vessel led by the first mate. Don’t miss this opportunity to cruise through New Orleans in style on an exclusive VIP cruise that can’t be booked anywhere else!

What's Included

  • Enclosed Climate Controlled areas
  • Call brand open bar (if option chosen)
  • Louisiana-style dinner

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    400 Toulouse Street
    New Orleans, LA 70130, USA

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    End point

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    What To Expect

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    Steamboat NATCHEZ

    Please arrive between 5:35 - 5:45pm to receive the whole VIP experience, such as early boarding and front row reserved seating for the Dukes of Dixieland! Pose for a photo as you board -- you'll receive a print as a souvenir of this exclusive experience that can only be booked through Viator.Uniformed ship staff will greet you with a Champagne cocktail. Then, follow your guide on an exclusive private tour of the boat. Feel free to ask questions and take photos as you tour the magnificent riverboat.
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

    Mississippi River

    Afterward, take your reserved seat and listen to the live jazz band, Dukes of Dixeland. As you listen to the Grammy-nominated group play, enjoy a shrimp cocktail. Then load up on scrumptious Louisiana favorites including tossed salads, chicken and sausage gumbo, creole vegetarian jambalaya, rice, baked chicken, bayou seafood pasta, paddlewheel primavera, herb-garlic fingerling potatoes, green beans almondine, white chocolate bread pudding, bananas foster, and vanilla ice cream. Upgrade to receive all the luxuries of the original tour, but include an open bar (call brand select cocktails, beer and house wine) for the entire duration of the cruise. Then sit back, relax, and delight in captivating night views of New Orleans as you cruise along the Mississippi for two hours.Before your luxurious dinner cruise concludes in the French Quarter, you'll also receive a commemorative Steamboat Natchez pin and Dukes of Dixieland CD as souvenirs of your memorable night on the Mississippi.
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    2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Guests should arrive by no later than 5:45pm to get the full VIP experience.
    • The riverboat is accessible for guests who use mobility devices. However, access to the top & bottom decks are by stairs only. Please call us with any questions before finalizing your plans if you have questions on access or personal equipment.

    Frequently Asked Questions (9)

    Q: How far in advance should I make reservations?

    A: For the dinner/jazz cruise, Sunday brunch, and holiday and special event cruises, 30-60 days in advance are recommended, although tickets can be purchased up until departure time, depending on availability.  Read more May 2024

    Cancellation Policy

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

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    Activity code: C-3780VIPSTEAM

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    On average, this is booked 41 (23.58) days in advance.

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • Enclosed Climate Controlled areas
    • Call brand open bar (if option chosen)
    • Louisiana-style dinner
    • VIP gift bag including boarding photo and Jazz CD
    • Restroom on board
    • Complimentary champagne cocktail and shrimp cocktail after boarding
    • Early boarding, reserved seating, private tour of the boat.
    • 2-hour paddle-wheel boat cruise with live jazz entertainment

    Additional Info

    Activity name

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • 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
    • Guests should arrive by no later than 5:45pm to get the full VIP experience.
    • The riverboat is accessible for guests who use mobility devices. However, access to the top & bottom decks are by stairs only. Please call us with any questions before finalizing your plans if you have questions on access or personal equipment.
    • If you have more than 14 guests in your party please contact local operator directly
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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