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Welcome to your guide to travel in New Orleans! With one of these tours you can experience something new and learn more about the culture of New Orleans. Long recognized as one of the most culturally rich vacation destinations in the United States, discover your adventure in New Orleans today!

 
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Day Tours
Steamboat Natchez Harbor Jazz Cruise 2 hours Starting from USD $17 per person
Set sail on the historic Natchez Steamboat for a memorable cruise on the Mississippi River. Get into the spirit of New Orleans with some energetic jazz, performed by the 'Steamboat Stompers', or you can relax and listen to the Captain's narration of the history and sights of the city as you cruise by. Many tours are sold out in advance, so avoid disappointment by booking early.
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Deluxe Plantation Tour 9 hours Starting from USD $110 per person
Picture a grand, luxurious mansion, add some ladies in hoop skirts drinking mint juleps in the garden and without a doubt, your mind goes to the old plantation homes of the south. On this tour, you will get to see 3 of the best examples of Southern Plantations - Oak Alley, Madewood Plantation and Nottoway Plantation.
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Ultimate Combination Tour 8 hours Starting from USD $155 per person
Start your day off in New Orleans with a guided tour of Houmas House, a majestic antebellum estate built in the 1800's. Experience the southern splendor of "The Sugar Palace" when you step into 16 rooms filled with period antiques and Louisiana artwork. Follow this with a gourmet lunch at Burnside Café around the Hampton Court fountain. Complete your day with a thrilling airboat ride on Bayou Gauche.
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Swamp and Plantation Combo Tour 7 1/2 hours Starting from USD $71 per person
What a great combination! Enjoy the flexibility of combining the Swamp and Bayou Tour with the Oak Alley Plantation Tour. After a short motorcoach ride across the Mississippi, take a fascinating boat trip into the Louisiana Swamps and Bayous. You will then feel the gentle breeze of Southern hospitality on a tour that takes you back to the glory of the Old South.
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Night Tours
Steamboat Natchez Evening Jazz Cruise 2 hours Starting from USD $27 per person
Savor the beauty and romance of New Orleans from the decks of the steamboat Natchez. The Natchez is the only authentic steamboat in New Orleans and one of six still operating on the Mississippi River. This evening cruise features nightly entertainment to help set the mood!
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Crescent City Nights Walking Tour 4 1/4 hours Starting from USD $63 per person
The evening begins with a short stroll to Tujague's Restaurant. Tujague's has been serving a taste of New Orleans to locals and visitors alike since 1856! After dining in this unique atmosphere, it's off to one of the New Orleans' local Jazz Clubs. Then after a stroll down world famous Bourbon Street your evening ends with another local tradition - Cafe au Lait and Beignets at Cafe du Monde. You'll feel like a true 'native New Orleanian' as your tour guide escorts you through 'A Crescent City Night'!
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Ghosts and Spirits Walking Tour 2 1/2 hours Starting from USD $22 per person
When it rains in New Orleans, the locals swear a beautiful voice floats out of the mist. Find out the truth about Julie, and why she haunts the Bottom of the Tea Cup Tearoom waiting for her lover. New Orleans has been referred to as 'the most haunted city in the United States'. After this tour, we'll let you be the judge!
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New Orleans Spellbound Tour 1 1/2 hours Starting from USD $20 per person
Discover the darker side of the New Orleans - that of voodoo, witchcraft and black magic! Your guide will take you to places such as voodoo altars and specialty shops to give you a complete understanding of this ancient practise.
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New Orleans Vampire Tour 1 1/2 hours Starting from USD $20 per person
Delve into the depths of New Orleans underground as you discover the mysterious world of the undead. Your tour guide will bring history to life as they take you to a well-known Vampire tavern as well as other locations synonymous with creatures of the night! Do you dare?
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The Southern Comfort Cocktail Tour 2 hours Starting from USD $24 per person
Voted by Gray Line Worldwide as the most creative tour of 2002! Take a walk through the French Quarter on the Southern Comfort Cocktail Tour and learn how the famous "spirits" of New Orleans evolved in this unique city. You'll enjoy a view of New Orleans history through our legendary bars and restaurants, two essential ingredients of New Orleans' culture. Don't miss out - book now!
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Culinary Tours
Court of Two Sisters Table D'Hote Dinner Flexible Starting from USD $50 per person
For sentimental and romantic occasions, The Court of Two Sisters is a favorite destination for families and couples. By night, the courtyard truly comes alive with flickering gas lights and candlelit tables. Enjoy dinner, amid flowering plants and quietly flowing fountains in a courtyard accented by old-world French architecture. This will be a night to remember!
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Court of Two Sisters Jazz Brunch Buffet Flexible Starting from USD $32 per person
When you come to New Orleans, a "must-do" is brunch at The Court of Two Sisters in the historic French Quarter. Discover the fascinating history of the property, which was once owned by the outrageous Marquis de Vaudreil, the man responsible for transforming New Orleans into a petit Paris. Enjoy traditional southern cuisine as you are serenaded by the sounds of live Dixieland Jazz!
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New Orleans School of Cooking - Open Lunch Class 2 - 3 hours Starting from USD $22 per person
Ever wanted to know the secret to a good Jambalaya? That one special ingredient that goes to make up a spicy creole? All is revealed in this cooking class, designed to give you all the skills necessary to create your own New Orleans style cooking at home. Fascinate your friends with your new-found cooking skills at your next dinner party!
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Sightseeing Tours
Cajun Bayou Tour 4 hours Starting from USD $58 per person
Welcome to Cajun Country, the heart of French culture in Louisiana. Discover the history of the Cajun people, before boarding a boat for a tour of the Bayou. Here, you can see alligators, herons and other native animals. For a unique tour with a little dash of Cajun spice - look no further!
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Half Day Airboat Combo Tour 5 1/2 hours Starting from USD $120 per person
Get ready for an adventure of a lifetime! Delve into the depths of the Louisiana Bayou to Bayou Gauche for an exhilarating airboat ride on mere inches of water. You will see all sorts of wildlife on your journey - alligators, giant catfish and nutrias. Then, continue onto Destrehan Plantation for a glimpse into the historic past of New Orleans.
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New Orleans City Scooter Tour 3 hours Starting from USD $65 per person
Visit all the famous sites of New Orleans from the comfort of a mobility scooter! Your fun guide will tell you all there is to know about the city and you will be provided with complimentary electronic headsets, so you won't miss a thing! Book now!
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Cemetery and Gris-Gris Walking Tour 2 hours Starting from USD $20 per person
Follow the ghosts of the numerous characters who contributed to the mysterious past of the French Quarter! Tour the most haunted cemetery in New Orleans - St. Louis No.1 - and visit the tomb of the Voodoo Queen of New Orleans, Marie Laveau. Your licensed guide explains unique above-ground burial customs and the tombs of the various 'Societies'.
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Oak Alley Plantation 4 hours Starting from USD $36 per person
Feel the gentle breeze of southern hospitality on a tour that takes you back to a time of mint juleps, gracious living and the glory of the Old South. Experience a bygone era in one of the South's most beautiful settings - Oak Alley Plantation, built in 1839. Listen to fascinating and amusing stories of the home and its history, presented by your professional guide.
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Haunted History Ghost Tour 2 hours Starting from USD $20 per person
New Orleans has such a colorful history that includes entities such as ghosts, vampires and voodoo. On this tour, you will learn about all the haunted happenings in the Big Easy and you'll even visit a haunted bar!
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Garden District Ghost Tour 2 hours Starting from USD $20 per person
Take some beautiful antebellum homes, add a few movie locations and throw in some ghosts and you have yourself a truly fascinating and unusual tour of New Orleans! Your offbeat guide will tell you the tales of New Orleans' garden district with a decidedly eerie twist! A tour that's not to be missed!
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Paddle and Wheel 4 hours Starting from USD $40 per person
What a combination! Enjoy an exciting Super City Tour of historic New Orleans - Visit the world famous French Quarter, Jackson Square, Audubon Park and discover the mysteries surrounding Voodoo. Then take to the waters on the Natchez Riverboat for a 2 hour cruise on the Mississippi River. Enjoy a live jazz band, or just soak up the fresh southern atmosphere. Come and discover New Orleans today!
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River Road Plantations 6 1/2 hours Starting from USD $59 per person
Take a step back in time on this delightful tour in New Orleans. Explore the magnificent homes of the south, including Houmas House - the Crown Jewel of River Road, and San Francisco, a magnificent, authentically restored home built in 1856. Discover the history and lifestyles surrounding these beautifully restored plantation homes.
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New Orleans Segway Tour 4 hours Starting from USD $65 per person
As you glide past street jazz bands, smells of cajun spices and the mighty Mississippi River, you will receive a great orientation, informative historical and current-day information, heaps of unique and fascinating stories, fantastic photo ops and superb personal service from your guide. The Segway Tour is the first of its kind - It's new, it's cool and a ton of fun!
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French Quarter Walking Tour 2.5 hours Starting from USD $24 per person
Learn the 'real' history and legends of the Creole people and places that make up the mysterious neighborhood of the French Quarter. Saunter down the sidewalk's of Royal, Bourbon and other quaint streets named after both saints and sinners from the European past. Your licensed professional guide will point out the architecture, homes, and legends of the historic French Quarter, originally settled by the French in the early 1700's.
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Garden District Walking Tour 2 1/4 hours Starting from USD $20 per person
Visit the 'American' section of town that was built to rival the architectural splendor of the Creoles' French Quarter! Enjoy a walk through the New Orleans' elegant Garden District, known for its marvelous examples of Greek Revival and Italianate architecture. Homes of former Kings and Queens of Mardi Gras are located in this area ... once part of the plantation owned by Bienville, the founder of New Orleans.
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Super City 2 hours Starting from USD $28 per person
Travel through Three Centuries of History and Romance as you encounter 'The City That Care Forgot!' To absorb all the history, sights and sounds that New Orleans has to offer, you really must take time out for this insightful and fun city tour. The famous French Quarter, the exclusive Garden District and the contrast of the Central Business District is just a taste of what this tour has to offer.
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Swamp and Bayou 3 3/4 hours Starting from USD $40 per person
Experience the timeless beauty of the marshes, swamps and bayous of Southern Louisiana from the comfort of your swamp boat. These waters support the most abundant swamp life in the United States. Hear how the Cajuns turned soup into gumbo, washboard into a musical instrument, and the swamps into a paradise. Bring your camera to capture the 'bon temps' - good times - on the bayou!
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Off The Beaten Path 3 hours Starting from USD $38 per person
Do you want to know a secret or two? Find out all about New Orleans' hidden treasures on this luxury van tour. You have the opportunity to take an exclusive look at the history and culture of New Orleans that you can't get with other tours. For a memorable afternoon in New Orleans, be sure to join this tour!
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