New Orleans: Oak Alley Plantation Half-Day Tour
ID: GYG22860-24060
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
04:30 hours
Description
Marvel at the quarter-mile-long alley of Oak trees, each over 250 years old at the world-famous Oak Alley Plantation. This tour offers up a glimpse into the life of the Old South. Hear exclusive stories about life on this plantation built in 1839.
Feel the gentle breeze of Southern hospitality while being transported to the Old South. This half-day guided tour reveals the exclusive and fascinating stories behind the old historic New Orleans.
Oak Alley is one of the most photographed plantations; it has been the setting for motion pictures such as “Interview with a Vampire" and “Primary Colors.” This visit is a fantastic educational tour to experience with friends or family.
After exploring the plantation, treat yourself to a refreshing snack at the on-site café and ice cream parlor. End your tour whilst enjoying the views of live oak trees stretching from the mansion to the gently flowing Mississippi River.
Highlights
- Experience a bygone era at the world famous Oak Alley Plantation
- Marvel at the sublime oak trees
- Experience Southern hospitality old-style
- Enjoy a comprehensive tour led by an expert guide
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Food and drinks are not included in the price of the tour but are available for purchase at the plantation café
Tips are not included
Due to the old building of the plantation, access to the second floor is by stairs only
No photography is allowed inside the plantation home
Tour is 4.5 hours long (including travel time)
When you pass Rampart St., you are in the French Quarter. Please allow extra time due to heavy pedestrian and vehicle traffic in the French Quarter at all times
Tours will not be conducted on Mardi Gras Day and Thanksgiving Day
The tour includes complimentary transportation from the local supplier's ticket office in the French Quarter to the plantation by motor coach
The supplier provides handicap access for wheelchairs but not scooters or walkers. Vehicle lifts meet all ADA requirements and are equipped for wheelchair storage.
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes prior to the tour departure to exchange your voucher for a boarding ticket. The meeting point is conveniently located around a variety of parking lot options. These lots offer hourly rates.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
