Swamp Boat Ride and Oak Alley Plantation Tour from New Orleans

Gray Line New Orleans
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Patrick_P
23 hours ago
Both of these tours were very interesting in their own way. The plantation was interesting and very beautiful. The swamp tour was fun and exciting. Tour guides at both were very knowledgeable and interesting. Our bus tour guide was also very knowledgeable and funny.

This combination tour combines the best of the best! The best swamp tour with the best plantations along River Road. See a variety of wildlife on a swamp boat ride and explore an authentic southern plantation on this tour from New Orleans. See alligators, egrets, raccoons and snakes during your ride around a private Louisiana swamp. 9am and 11am departure times tour Oak Alley Plantation and are 7 hours and 45 minutes in length returning to New Orleans at 4:45pm and 6:45pm respectively. 1pm departure time tours Destrehan Plantation and is 5 hours and 30 minutes in length returning to New Orleans at 6:30pm.

Departure Point

  • Departs from the Gray Line Lighthouse at Toulouse St. and the Mississippi River (at the Steamboat Natchez Dock), just one block from Jackson Square in the French Quarter. Please arrive 15 minutes before boarding to check in.
Return Details
  • Departs from the Gray Line Lighthouse at Toulouse St. and the Mississippi River (at the Steamboat Natchez Dock), just one block from Jackson Square in the French Quarter. Please arrive 15 minutes before boarding to check in.
Duration7 hours and 45 minutesLanguages Available
  • Human tour guide - English

Points of Interest

Stop At: Oak Alley Plantation3645 Highway 18, Great River Road, Vacherie, Louisiana9am & 11am Departures - 7 1/2 Hour Tour Your 1.5 hour Oak Alley experience will include a docent guided tour of the plantation home, a self guided tour of the grounds and many photo opportunities along the way. Save room for a Mint Julep or refreshment from the snack bar.Duration: 2 hoursStop At: Lake Pontchartrain, , New Orleans, LouisianaAlthough called a lake, this is actually a large lagoon and brackish estuary fed by fresh water rivers and connected to the Gulf of Mexico. Covering 630 square miles (1600 km2) it is one of the largest wetlands in North America.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: I-10 Bonnet Carré Spillway BridgeSaint Rose, LA 70087View the spillway, a flood control operation in the Lower Mississippi west of New Orleans. The spillway, when open, allows floodwaters from the Mississippi River to flow into Lake Pontchartrain and thence into the Gulf of Mexico.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Cajun Pride Swamp Tours110 Frenier Road, LaPlace, LA 70068This privately owned wildlife refuge ensures that you won’t encounter any other boats during your peaceful journey into the swamp. Local Cajun captains share personal tales of their own swamp explorations and fascinating information on the plants and wildlife you'll encounter. The primitive beauty of moss draped cypress tress and abundant wildlife guarantees some amazing pictures! Enjoy a beverage and snack from the open air pavilion.Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes

Additional Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In order to help protect the French Quarter from vehicular traffic, it is requested that you please walk, if possible, to the convenient tour departure point -- just a short stroll from most downtown hotels.
  • Alternate Routes: Due to uneven and narrow paths, alternate routes may be necessary for guests traveling in wheelchairs.
  • 9am & 11am = Oak Alley Plantation
  • 1pm = Destrehan Plantation
  • Oak Alley Plantation is a Smoke Free Facility
Inclusions
  • Tour of either Oak Alley or Destrehan Plantation
  • Swamp Boat Tour
  • Round trip transportation
  • Narrated by a local guide
Exclusions
  • Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off
  • Food & Drink (Available for Purchase)
Redemption Instructions• Please note that both the New Orleans Steamboat Company and Gray Line New Orleans share the 'Lighthouse' ticket office - you must go to the 'Gray Line' window. Voucher InfoMobile or paper ticket accepted

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Patrick_P
Both of these tours were very interesting in their own way. The plantation was interesting and very beautiful. The swamp tour was fun and exciting. Tour guides at both were very knowledgeable and interesting. Our bus tour guide was also very knowledgeable and funny.
JamesRobert_S
It was a wonderful, hassle free day. Well organized and executed by Dominique our driver, and Dionne, our knowledgeable guide. Beautiful new coach, washroom equipped. Oak Alley Plantation is a beautiful place. The swamp tour was very interesting. Lots of wildlife and a fun time.
Stacy_K
Lots of history, very knowledgeable and every turn is something to see. Great pictures tour guides are interactive and fun

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