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Day 1
New Orleans, LA
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Nowhere is this city’s spirit more evident than in the famed French Quarter, with its architectural mix of Spanish, French, Creole, and American styles. Intimate and special, the city’s oldest neighborhood has exerted a spell over writers and artists since the time of Mark Twain, Lafcadio Hern and John James Audubon.
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Day 2
Baton Rouge, LA
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Experience the wonder of Baton Rouge, Louisiana's capital city, one that is rich in culture and heritage. Known affectionately as the Red Stick, Baton Rouge is home to legendary Louisiana Cajun cuisine, fascinating plantation tours, and a variety of attractions and events.
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Rural Life Museum Tour
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Take a guided tour of the LSU Rural Life Museum
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We begin our docent-led tour at the LSU Rural Life Museum, where guests will experience life of the state’s early settlers. This museum located on the 450-acre Burden Research Plantation, includes over 20 buildings. The Plantation Quarters consists of a complex of 19th century buildings - commissary, overseer’s house, kitchen, slave cabins, sick house, schoolhouse, blacksmith’s shop, sugar house, and grist mill - authentically furnished to replicate all the major activities of life on a typical 19th century working sugar plantation.
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Magnolia Mound Plantation Tour
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Enjoy a guided tour of this landmark plantation
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Magnolia Mound Plantation is a rare survivor of the vernacular architecture influenced by early settlers from France and the West Indies. This venerable landmark is unique in southern Louisiana not simply because of its age, quality of restoration, or outstanding collections, but because it is still a vital part of the community. Take a guided tour of this the home and learn about the lifestyle of the French Creoles who formed the fascinating culture which still influences and pervades life in southern Louisiana.
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Day 3
Nottoway Plantation, LA
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Majestic Nottoway Plantation, the largest plantation home in the south's, hand-carved marble mantles and intricate plaster frieze work, awes visitors with its grandeur and innovative features. The 64-room, three-story palatial mansion is sometimes referred to as an "American castle." Enjoy a guided tour of the mansion followed by a traditional Cajun lunch at the Mansion restaurant.
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Nottoway Plantation
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Take a guided tour of the mansion followed by a traditional Cajun lunch
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Majestic Nottoway Plantation, the largest plantation home in the South, features hand-carved marble mantles and intricate plaster frieze work and awes visitors with its grandeur and innovative features. The 64-room, three-story palatial mansion is sometimes referred to as an "American castle." Enjoy a guided tour of the mansion followed by a traditional Cajun lunch at the Mansion restaurant.
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Day 3
Houmas House, LA
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Admire the southern splendor of “The Sugar Palace” when you step into 16 rooms filled with period antiques and Louisiana artwork. Following your introduction to the Houmas House and its history, you can explore on your own and enjoy 38 lush acres of gardens, ponds and a majestic live oak alley. Feel the breeze off the Mississippi and navigate through the shadows of ancient oaks as you experience Southern plantation life.
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Houmas House and Plantation Tour
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Admire the southern splendor of “The Sugar Palace” with one hour guided tour of the house and gardens
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Admire the southern splendor of “The Sugar Palace” when you step into 16 rooms filled with period antiques and Louisiana artwork. A one-hour guided tour of the house is offered throughout the morning. Following your introduction to the Houmas House and its history, you can explore on your own and enjoy 38 lush acres of gardens, ponds and a majestic live oak alley. Feel the breeze off the Mississippi and navigate through the shadows of ancient oaks as you experience Southern plantation life.
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Day 4
Oak Alley, LA
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Oak Alley Plantation has been called the Grande Dame of the Great River Road. A quarter-mile canopy of giant live oak trees forms an impressive avenue that leads you to this classic Greek-revival style antebellum home.
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Oak Alley Plantation
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Enjoy a guided tour of the Big House conducted by guides in period clothing and then spend some time exploring the magnificent grounds on your own.
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The Plantation has been called “The Grand Dame of the Great River Road”. Enjoy the ¼ mile canopy of 300 year old live oaks as you make your way to the Greek Revival antebellum home. Enjoy a guided tour of the Big House conducted by guides in period clothing and then spend some time exploring the magnificent grounds on your own. For a full immersion in Southern culture, don’t forget to take time for a mint julep!
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Day 5
New Orleans, LA
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We encourage you to spend a day or two after your cruise exploring this vibrant city. Ask your Cruise Specialist for special offers on hotels in the area.
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