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The river road days: Oak Alley’s avenue of three-hundred-year-old trees, Whitney’s unflinching telling of slavery and Laura’s Creole family saga. Many pair an estate with a swamp boat.
Discover the perfect blend of history and nature with this full-day swamp boat and plantation tour from New Orleans, ideal for wildlife lovers and history buffs alike.
Most Popular“the trip and guides were wonderful. all was explained thoroughly. the magnificent southern oak trees were mesmerizing. the swamp was fascinating - alligatores, hogs, graveyards, teepees, racoons and an opposum!”
Explore the grand Oak Alley Plantation from New Orleans with a guided tour, lush grounds, and historic insights—all for $84. A scenic and educational experience.
“Scheduled tour was cancelled. Rescheduled tour was lacking — driver not fully engaged with necessary information—little to no help in explaining or pointing things out along the route. Not enough time to fully see everything at Oak Alley Plantation.”
Discover Louisiana's history with this Whitney Plantation tour from New Orleans, focusing on slavery's enduring legacy with expert transport and self-guided exploration.
“Very comfortable. Driver was knowledgeable. This is a must see site on the enslaved peoples experiences. The first person interview were moving.”
Explore Laura Plantation near New Orleans with a detailed, guided tour showcasing Creole history, architecture, and authentic stories in a well-preserved estate.
“Be sure to look around when you go through because you do not get to go back and take a closer look.”
Discover Louisiana’s cypress swamps, creole plantations, and Southern charm with this full-day tour. Includes airboat ride, guided tours, and gourmet lunch.
“We spoke with Isabel, the organizer a few days prior to cancel due to concerns about the cold weather conditions and the air boat portion of the tour. In order to convince us not to cancel she told us that there would be wind protection…”
Explore Louisiana’s bayous and historic Oak Alley Plantation on this guided day trip from New Orleans, combining wildlife, culture, and history for an authentic experience.
“Very knowledgeable guides and humorous bus drivers!”
Discover the best of Louisiana with this full-day combo tour—visit Oak Alley Plantation and enjoy an exciting airboat ride in the bayou.
“Both places offered very different experiences, but offered historical and cultural context to the area. The guides were interesting, knowledgeable and friendly. The guide at the plantation, Amy, was informative, polite and very knowledgeable. Captain Ernie was funny, smart and incredibly in tune with the…”
Experience Louisiana’s charms with a full-day tour visiting Oak Alley Plantation and riding an airboat through the swamp, with hotel pickup from New Orleans.
“The tour itself like to get us to the actual plantation and the swamp tour. The drivers were great. The lady in the evening had us laughing so hard. I wish I remembered her name. Now asked for the actual like plantation tour that obviously…”
Discover the historic Houmas House Plantation with a guided tour for a captivating glimpse into Louisiana's sugar plantation past. Perfect for history lovers and architecture buffs.
“I thought the presentation by the guide was wonderful. The whole house was so interesting with everything from past days. Lastly the museum was awesome giving me a great take on the history of the great state of Louisiana.”
Discover the haunting history of slavery at Whitney Plantation with a self-guided audio tour, comfortable transport, and insightful exhibits in Louisiana.
“Fantastic! Robert our guide was so knowledgeable & wonderful.”
Explore Louisiana’s oldest documented plantation, Destrehan, with a 45-minute guided tour focusing on history, the 1811 slave revolt, and scenic grounds.
“This tour was very interesting and informative our guide was Beverley and she was so enthusiastic and knowledgeable this made the experience thoroughly enjoyable. Thankyou”
Discover Louisiana’s complex history with this small-group tour visiting Whitney and Laura Plantations from New Orleans, blending powerful storytelling and scenic views.
“Renee was a great driver. He made the hour long drive so much fun and shared a ton of history and information. The Laura tour was insightful and well done. The Whitney tour was moving and compelling. Highly recommend.”
Discover Oak Alley Plantation from New Orleans with a guided tour featuring stunning oak trees, Greek Revival architecture, and authentic insights into plantation life.
“A great experience - an extra 30 minutes would’ve been appreciated to make the most of the grounds and gift shop but all in all a great trip”
Experience the authentic stories of Louisiana Creole families on a 75-minute guided tour of Laura Plantation’s historic house, gardens, and slave quarters.
“Enjoyed getting to learn about the house, owners, and people who were enslaved there. Guide was very good! Even our 7 and 8 year old liked it. This place also lets you take pictures.”
Discover Louisiana’s charm with a 7.5-hour tour combining a guided plantation visit and a swamp boat cruise through Manchac Swamp, all for $95.
“very interactive. our guide always knowledgeable and full of humor. We even got to hold a baby gator. A++ will do again”
Brass bands, bayous and stories best told after the gas lamps come on.