Overview
Go beyond New Orleans to tour two grand Louisiana plantations on the banks of the Mississippi River. At Whitney Plantation, see the harsh realities and raw historical facts of a dark side of American history. The slave narratives and artwork recreate the world of a pre-Civil War southern sugar plantation and memorial in honor of the lives of the enslaved people who toiled there.
Take a short drive down the Great River Road, admiring other plantations from afar and learning their unique stories. Pause in front of Oak Alley Plantation's famous oak-lined esplanade before arriving at your last stop, Laura Plantation. Hear personal stories of those who lived there, surrounded by sweeping sugarcane fields and historically significant slave quarters.
This small-group tour allows a limited number of people to ensure a more personalized attention from your guide.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Guided tour of Laura Plantation
Fun and historical live narration by our great driver-guide to prepare you for your experience
Transport by air-conditioned 14-passenger van, with exact pick up time provided
Self-guided tour of Whitney Plantation
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
• Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
• If bringing an infant and providing your own car seat, please call us to let us know so that we do not bring an extra, which takes up an otherwise available seat on the tour
• Tour cannot accommodate wheelchairs of any kind
Tours by Isabelle will contact you the day prior to provide your exact pick up time.
What to expect
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Lake Pontchartrain
Your trip back in time to the Antebellum South begins with pickup from your New Orleans hotel. Travel with your small group by van along the shores of Lake Ponchartrain as your guide shares facts and stories about plantation culture.
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Whitney Plantation
1 hour 30 min
Recently opened to the public, it exposes the harsh realities and raw historical facts of this dark side of American history. On your self-guided walking tour, you will see slave cabins, a freedmen’s church, detached kitchen and a 1790s owner’s house. Guests will use their own cell phones to access a special Whitney Tour App. All ticket confirmations will include a link to download it. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own headphones for sanitary safety.
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Oak Alley Plantation
10 min
Stop for a photo in front of Oak Alley's famous oak-lined esplanade.
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Laura Plantation: Louisiana's Creole Heritage Site
1 hour 30 min
A short ride through sugar cane fields brings you to Laura, a Creole Plantation with historic slave quarters surrounded by sugar cane fields. The guided tour transports you with dramatic detail into the charmed yet tragic lives of four generations of Creole owners and their slaves.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Chicago).
Additional Information
- Tour cannot accommodate wheelchairs of any kind
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 13 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Small-Group Laura and Whitney Plantation Tour from New Orleans
Can I cancel Small-Group Laura and Whitney Plantation Tour from New Orleans for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 6 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Guided tour of Laura Plantation
- Fun and historical live narration by our great driver-guide to prepare you for your experience
- Transport by air-conditioned 14-passenger van, with exact pick up time provided
- Self-guided tour of Whitney Plantation
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
Which places does it visit?
It visits Lake Pontchartrain, Whitney Plantation, Oak Alley Plantation, Laura Plantation: Louisiana's Creole Heritage Site.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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