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    Private New Orleans City & Destrehan Plantation Tour

    Ride privately through New Orleans neighborhoods and visit a historic River Road plantation

    5.0 stars• 26 reviews

    Duration

    4 hours

    Includes

    Private tour, plantation entry

    Highlights

    Explore New Orleans history, architecture, and culture on a private driving tour. Travel from the French Quarter and Garden District upriver to a historic River Road plantation.

    • Explore the French Quarter's history, architecture, and culture
    • Drive through the Garden District's notable neighborhoods
    • Travel upriver to visit a historic River Road plantation
    • Discover New Orleans landmarks with a private guide

    What's Included

    • Private transportation from your property
    • Plantation entrance and tour fees

    Important details

    • Arrive ready for pickup promptly at your tour's start time
    • A hotel or lodging location is required for pickup
    • A $65 per-person charge applies in addition to the $600 rate and is not included in the listed price

    Cancellation Policy

    $100 cancellation fee from booking until 30 days before the tour. No refund within 30 days or for no-shows. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

    Product ID: SP3PT5

    FAQs

    Wear comfortable clothing and comfortable shoes.

    Bring a camera and sunscreen.

    Experience provided by Michaela's Private New Orleans Tours

    Related locations

    Destrehan Plantation

    Admission included

    Standing beneath the sprawling live oaks draped in Spanish moss, you feel the full weight of Louisiana history settle around you. Destrehan Plantation draws you into a world of indigo fields, river trade, and Creole culture that shaped the lower Mississippi Valley. The oldest documented plantation house remaining in the lower Mississippi River Valley, Destrehan Plantation rewards every visitor with an atmosphere that is both hauntingly beautiful and deeply instructive.

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    from $704.90

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    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
    26 reviews•Google Maps

    Michaela has built something special here, earning universal praise from travelers who consistently describe her as knowledgeable, passionate, and genuinely fun to spend time with. Her expertise runs deep, covering everything from plantation history to the lower 9th Ward to Anne Rice sites, and guests repeatedly say they learned more in a few hours with her than on multiple other tours combined. She customizes itineraries based on what interests you, offers excellent restaurant and music recommendations, and drives a comfortable, nearly-new SUV that makes the experience feel luxurious. What really stands out is how personal these tours feel. Multiple reviewers compare it to exploring with a local relative who knows all the insider spots, and several mention the day became a favorite memory they kept discussing long after. Michaela handles groups of various sizes with ease and stays in touch before tours to adjust for weather or preferences. Her enthusiasm for New Orleans is infectious, and she's not afraid to show you off-the-beaten-path locations alongside the famous sites. If you want more than a cookie-cutter experience and prefer a guide who treats you like family, this is your best bet.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    I recently had the pleasure of doing an amazing tour of the Evergreen Plantation and what made the experience truly unforgettable was our guide. Michaela simply is the best guide (and human being) I could ask for. From the moment the tour began, it was clear that she was not only very knowledgeable but also deeply passionate about the history, culture and significance of the site. Her preparation was outstanding. Every detail, from the history of the plantation itself to the lives of those who lived and worked there, was presented with such clarity and depth. And I loved her genuine enthusiasm. Michaela and the Evergreen Plantation made my whole trip in the U.S. ...it will forever be an unforgettable experience, and I would highly recommend it to anyone!

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    Alessia Molino

    September 25, 2024

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    I recently had the pleasure of doing an amazing tour of the Evergreen Plantation and what made the experience truly unforgettable was our guide. Michaela simply is the best guide (and human being) I could ask for. From the moment the tour began, it was clear that she was not only very knowledgeable but also deeply passionate about the history, culture and significance of the site. Her preparation was outstanding. Every detail, from the history of the plantation itself to the lives of those who lived and worked there, was presented with such clarity and depth. And I loved her genuine enthusiasm. Michaela and the Evergreen Plantation made my whole trip in the U.S. ...it will forever be an unforgettable experience, and I would highly recommend it to anyone!

    Photo of Alessia Molino

    Alessia Molino

    September 25, 2024

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