Private Day Trip from New Orleans to Plantation Country

6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Experience Louisiana with a private, fully customizable day trip from New Orleans. Travel in comfort with an English-speaking local driver who shares stories, history, and insights into the region’s culture, landscapes, and heritage.

Journey along historic river routes to visit a grand plantation estate, exploring its architecture and grounds at your own pace. Continue along the scenic Mississippi River Road, passing rural landscapes, historic towns, and river views that reflect the area’s agricultural and commercial past. Conclude with stops at riverfront viewpoints, perfect for photos and reflection, or spend extra time enjoying the plantation grounds.

This door-to-door experience includes pickup and drop-off from central New Orleans accommodations, with a flexible itinerary tailored to your interests. Entrance tickets are not included, ensuring a smooth, comfortable, and memorable private exploration of Louisiana’s plantation country.

What's Included

Fuel and Tolls
Water
WiFi on board
All taxes and handling charges
Professional English-speaking local driver/informal guide
Hotel or custom pickup and drop-off
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meals and beverages
Tips and Gratuities
Licensed guides available to accompany you inside the attractions

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Your Welcome Pickups driver will be waiting for you at the selected pickup location and time.

Before your ride, you’ll receive your driver’s details — including their name, phone number, and car information — so you can easily recognize them.

Your driver will arrive on time and be ready to assist you and any special requests before starting your journey.

Please note that your sightseeing tours does not automatically include airport pickup or drop-off. If you wish to start or end your tour at the airport, simply select the option with airport pickup included when booking if available.

Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Historic Whitney Plantation. (Exterior Visit). Antebellum architecture and guided grounds

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Mississippi River Road. Scenic drive along historic trade routes

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Riverfront Viewpoints. Photo stops and storytelling locations.

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For 1-3 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
  • For 4-6 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
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Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
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Car Tours
Carnival
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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