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Whitney Plantation Half Day Tour

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New Orleans, USA

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5 to 6 hours (approx.)
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Overview

As you board the luxury passenger van, you will be instantly treated like a celebrity. Leather seats and a comfortable ride await you. As we pick up other guests around the city, you will be given a mini-tour of the city or you may watch a film about other plantations to prepare you for your tour. While you are on the van, be prepared to be entertained by the driver! You will not just sit in silence.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Admission to Plantation Tour
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • WiFi on board
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup for the tour will typically be between 8:00am - 8:45am, depending on the size of the group and number of pick-up stops. Driver's estimated time of arrival to your location will be relayed the morning of the tour. Please be sure to provide your cell number for the quickest communication.

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St. Louis Cathedral, 615 Pere Antoine Alley, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA

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In front of Jackson Square

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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What To Expect

Whitney Plantation

Here you will spend about 2.5 hours on the plantation grounds exploring a national historic landmark. Go behind the scenes and learn the real stories of plantation life. Whitney tells the story of life through the eyes of the enslaved people who lived and worked there. It also includes the history of the early owners, the Haydel family.
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2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Laura Plantation: Louisiana's Creole Heritage Site (Pass By)

Laura is a French Creole plantation that was run by four generations of French Creole women.
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St. Joseph Plantation (Pass By)

St. Joseph Plantation was a wedding gift from her father Valcour, who was one of the wealthiest men of his time.
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Oak Alley Plantation (Pass By)

This historic site is dedicated to preserving and interpreting the history its inhabitants left behind. With an emphasis on its time as a working sugarcane plantation and view the iconic Allee of Oak Trees.
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Lake Pontchartrain (Pass By)

To close out the day, you will take a 45-minute ride back to the city on the Bonnet Carre Spillway Bridge overlooking Lake Pontchartrain before heading back to your hotel.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?

A: This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Cancellation Policy

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

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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