New Orleans Getaway
Enjoy a single hotel stay in the heart of New Orleans' French Quarter amidst jazz, streetcars, and an unmistakable "joie de vivre" that can only be found in this singular city. Savor a jazz lunch at the Court of Two Sisters Restaurant. Explore the stately St. Louis Cathedral on a French Quarter walking tour with a local expert. Discover the secrets of St. Louis Cemetery #3, revel in a toe-tapping jazz revue, and take part in a unique cooking demonstration at the New Orleans School of Cooking.
Board the famous Steamboat Natchez for a river cruise from the heart of the French Quarter. Visit St. Louis Cemetery #3, one of New Orleans' oldest and most intriguing cemeteries. Roll up your sleeves at the New Orleans School of Cooking where you'll create your own bread pudding!
Highlights
Steamboat Natchez, New Orleans School of Cooking, Court of Two Sisters
Collette Experience
Details
- Tour Operator
- Collette Vacations
- Offer
- Offer valid through 12/31/2009
- Duration
- 5 Days
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | New Orleans | New Orleans, Louisiana - Tour Begins : Step back in time for a cultural getaway to the "Jazz Capital of the World" - New Orleans! This romantic city abounds with rich history, savory cuisine and the most beautiful, soulful music. |
| Day 2 | New Orleans | French Quarter : Enjoy a leisurely walking tour of New Orleans' famous French Quarter where you will see the majestic St. Louis Cathedral, one of the city's most recognizable landmarks. Continue on to the bustling French Marketplace where you'll explore Pirates Alley, the Cabildo, the Presbytere and the Pontalba. Then it's off to the Toulouse Street Wharf where you'll climb aboard the famous Steamboat Natchez - dubbed Natchez IX and operated by the New Orleans Steamboat Company - for a scenic river cruise from the heart of the French Quarter. |
| Day 3 | New Orleans | French Quarter : Spend your morning giving back to the children of New Orleans by participating in a special service project supported by the Collette Foundation. Then, enjoy an elegant lunch at the Court of Two Sisters restaurant, where rich history blends soulfully with jazz music. The delicious food is only enhanced by the music provided by a strolling Jazz trio. You will also have the opportunity to learn how to peel a local favorite, crawfish! The remainder of your afternoon is at leisure for you to discover New Orleans by exploring the historic French Quarter and all that it has to offer. Your Tour Manager is always on hand to recommend attractions and sightseeing options. |
| Day 4 | New Orleans | French Quarter : Enjoy a tour of New Orleans along historic Esplanade Avenue. See St. Louis Cemetery #3, which opened in 1854 and features some of the most elaborate crypts found in New Orleans' cemeteries. Then, relax during a tranquil drive along the shoreline of Lake Ponchartrain. This romantic road eventually leads to the majestic St. Charles Avenue, whisking you past gorgeous mansions as well as Tulane and Loyola, two famous universities in New Orleans. Tonight, close your eyes and savor the delicious, authentic flavors that the city is known for during dinner at one of New Orleans' oldest restaurants. Following dinner, discover why New Orleans is known as the "Birthplace of Jazz" when you take in a toe-tapping jazz revue. |
| Day 5 | Tour ends | New Orleans - Tour Ends : Depart the beautiful French Quarter for home with memories of the remarkable sites, delicious cuisine and soulful sounds of New Orleans, which will stay with you forever. |
- Dates/Pricing
- Lodging
Inn on Bourbon
- Disclaimer
- Note
Tour prices are Land Only rates based on per person double occupancy. Please call your agent for triple or child occupancy rates. Taxes and fees are additional for tours that feature a cruise; port taxes are not included in the prices shown. Some dates may feature various changes in hotels, sightseeing and inclusions. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking.
