A Cultural Adventure in the French Quarter

New Orleans is one of the world's most fascinating cities. Steeped in a history of influences from Europe, the Caribbean, Africa and beyond, it's a brilliant mosaic of culture, food and music. Come down and experience one of America's most culturally and historically rich destinations with American Classic Tours and let us introduce you to all of New Orleans’ greatest charms.

Day 1

Flight to New Orleans. Arrive at Hotel Monteleone, located in the heart of the French Quarter for a 4-night stay. Take a mule-drawn Carriage Tour of the French Quarter. Treat your taste buds to dinner in the French Quarter.

Day 2

Breakfast. Morning guided tour of New Orleans which includes the central business district, Jackson Square, above ground cemeteries, warehouse district, Bayou St. John, Garden District and the famous French Quarter architecture & more! Dinner and jazz entertainment on the S.S. Natchez — an authentic sternwheeler cruising the Mississippi River.

Day 3

Breakfast. Behind the scenes tour at Blaine Kern Studios Mardi Gras World. Learn how Mardi Gras floats are made, walk among towering figures of fantasy, marvel at the skill and technology that animate mega-floats and acquire an insider’s appreciation of the history and traditions of Carnival. Honey Island Swamp Tour — narrated cruise to see cypress, gators & more! Dinner at famous Court of Two Sisters.

Day 4

For breakfast today, enjoy a New Orleans tradition, café au lait & beignets at famous Café du Monde. Welcome to the fun, food and folklore of the New Orleans School of Cooking. Enjoy lunch and a demonstration by Creole & Cajun experts who will teach New Orleans specialties & season them with history, tall tales and trivia. Take home the recipes! Guided tour of the historic Houmas House Sugar Plantation.

Day 5

Breakfast. Visit the World War II National Museum located in New Orleans. Flight home.

Featuring A 4-Night stay at the hotel monteleone

"It’s been said that the French Quarter begins in the lobby of Hotel Monteleone. This venerable New Orleans hotel sits majestically at the foot of Royal Street and offers valet parking with two garages. Our guests have the best point of departure for all things New Orleans. Step outside this historic French Quarter hotel to discover shop after shop of fabulous European antiques, estate jewelry, oriental rugs, and art and antiquities from around the world. Quaint New Orleans restaurants and specialty shops line the French Quarter streets. Enjoy New Orleans tourist attractions just steps from our New Orleans hotel, including Jackson Square, Bourbon Street, the French Market, and the Riverwalk, where you can watch the steamboats along the Mississippi River."

--Courtesy of the Hotel Monteleone 

THE AMERICAN CLASSIC DIFFERENCE:

READY TO JOIN US ON THIS AMERICAN CLASSIC TOUR? 

DOUBLE OCCUPANCY: $2998.00

SINGLE OCCUPANCY: $3598.00

*Add optional Travel Guard Travel Insurance to your package:

Travel Guard’s Travel Insurance includes trip cancellation and interruption, emergency medical and transportation, and luggage insurance.

Insurance Rate Double Occupancy: $215.86

Insurance Rate Single Occupancy: $259.06

$1000.00 deposit per person due with reservation. Final payment date due 1/2/23. Cancellations prior to 1/2/23 will receive a full refund less a $50.00 cancellation fee. Cancellations after 1/2/23 with insurance purchased, refunds will be processed through Travel Guard Insurance. Cancellations after 1/2/23 without insurance purchased, there is no refund. 

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