Stop At: Destrehan Plantation, 13034 River Rd, Destrehan, Louisiana 70047

Travel to the historic Destrehan Plantation on Louisiana's Old River Road for a guided tour. During your tour of Destrehan Plantation, professional guides will bring to life the stories of generations who lived on and worked this land. Your guides will share every detail of this mansion’s storied history with you. You’ll also hear tales of the lives of both its owners and slaves. They will also tell you about its wonderfully restored Greek Revival architecture.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Houmas House and Gardens, 40136 Highway 942, Darrow, Louisiana 70725

A short ride upriver through sugar cane fields brings you to Houmas House Plantation. Refreshing Mint Juleps are available for purchase on arrival.

Enjoy a gourmet lunch (included) in the grand dining hall at Houmas House Plantation.

Houmas House River Road Buffet Lunch Menu:
* Chicken and Andouille Gumbo
* Caesar Salad (GF)
* Cornmeal Fried Catfish
* Chili Glazed Roasted Chicken (GF)
* Crawfish Étouffée
* Red Beans, Sausage and Rice (GF)
* Shrimp and Mushroom Pasta
* Roasted Vegetables (GF)
* White Chocolate Bread Pudding
* Non-alcoholic Drinks and Coffee (included)

After lunch, experience the southern splendor of this Sugar Palace. Your tour guide, in antebellum dress, will lead you into 16 rooms filled with period antiques and Louisiana artwork. Upon completion in 1840, Houmas House was the crown jewel of Louisiana's River Road. Its heroically columned Greek revival exterior is stunning. It was topped by a belvédère that surveyed the oak alley leading south to the sweeping bend in the river. From it, you could also see miles and miles of cane fields extending from the Mississippi River to the back swamps!

Enjoy the breeze off of the Mississippi River and stroll the stunning grounds through the shadows of ancient oaks.

Duration: 3 hours

• Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
• Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
• Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
• Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes (Approx.)
• Departure Time: 08:30 AM

• Guided tour of Houmas House plantation
• Guided admission to 1811 Slave Revolt Exhibit at Destrehan
• Transport by air-conditioned 14-passenger van
• Guided tour of Destrehan plantation
• Hotel pickup and drop-off, with exact pick up time provided
• Unlimited gourmet buffet lunch with gratuity (vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options)
• Beer, wine and cocktail drinks (available for purchase)
• Gratuities for guide

• Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
• Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
• A Smile!

Hotel pick-up is offered for this tour. Note: if you are booking within 24 hours of the tour/activity departure time, we cannot guarantee hotel pick-up. Once your purchase is complete, we will send you complete contact information (phone number, email address, etc.) for our local operator to organize pick-up arrangements.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Service animals are permitted. Please advise at time of booking to arrange accommodations
• Child rate applies to all children and infants
• Gluten-free and Vegetarian lunch options available

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.