The "N’Awlins Luxury: Laura Plantation Tour W/Transportation" offers visitors a chance to step back in time and explore the rich Creole history of Louisiana. With a 75-minute guided tour, guests can enjoy the beautifully preserved plantation, learning about the lives of the 19th-century Creole family that once called it home. From the main house to the gardens and slave quarters, the experience promises an intimate and enlightening look into the region’s captivating past.

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Key Points

Experience a 75-minute guided tour of the historic Laura Plantation, including the main house, gardens, and slave quarters.
Enjoy a small group setting with a maximum of 26 guests for an intimate and personalized experience.
Explore the Creole family’s story and life on the plantation in the 19th century through captivating storytelling by knowledgeable guides.
Benefit from hotel pickup and drop-off transportation, ensuring a seamless and luxurious New Orleans tour.
Customize your itinerary with flexible reservation options and free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour.

Tour Overview

The Laura Plantation tour is a 75-minute guided experience that allows visitors to explore the main house, gardens, and slave quarters of this historic Creole plantation.

The Laura Plantation tour is a 75-minute guided experience exploring the main house, gardens, and slave quarters of this historic Creole plantation.

Constructed in 1805, the tour showcases 12 buildings on the National Historic Register, offering a glimpse into four generations of both free and enslaved inhabitants.

Travelers can expect a small group setting with a maximum of 26 guests, ensuring an intimate and engaging experience led by knowledgeable guides.

The tour’s narrative explores the Creole family’s story, providing a comprehensive understanding of life on the plantation during the 19th century.

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What’s Included

The tour package includes a driver/guide who provides hotel pickup and drop-off.

Food and drinks aren’t included, so guests will need to plan accordingly. Gratuities for the guide are also not included, allowing visitors to tip based on the quality of service.

The good news is that there’s free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, providing flexibility for travelers.

While the tour is stroller-accessible, it’s not wheelchair-friendly, and moderate walking is involved, so guests should dress appropriately for the weather conditions.

Participant Information

Stroller-accessible yet not wheelchair-friendly, the tour involves moderate walking, so visitors should dress appropriately for the weather conditions.

Confirmation is received at booking, and travelers are asked to provide their hotel pickup information.

The tour is suitable for participants of various ages and physical abilities, though those with mobility concerns may find the experience challenging.

While the main house, gardens, and slave quarters are explored, the small group size of 26 travelers maximizes the personalized experience.

Visitors are encouraged to prepare for the tour by wearing comfortable shoes and bringing any necessary medications or water.

Reviews and Ratings

With a 5.0 rating based on 5 reviews, the Laura Plantation Tour receives overwhelmingly positive feedback.

Travelers praise the knowledgeable guides who engage them with captivating storytelling. The smaller group size, capped at 26 participants, is noted as a benefit, allowing for a more intimate experience.

Reviewers recommend visiting the on-site museum and gift shop to further enhance the experience.

Pricing and Booking

The tour price starts at $80.00 per person, providing a flexible reservation option for visitors to secure their spot while staying flexible.

Guests can book the Laura Plantation tour conveniently online, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience begins. This allows travelers to plan their New Orleans itinerary with confidence, knowing they can adjust their plans if needed.

The small group size, capped at 26 participants, ensures an intimate and personalized tour experience exploring the historic plantation’s main house, gardens, and slave quarters.

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Exploring the Laura Plantation

During the 75-minute guided tour, visitors can explore the historic Laura Plantation‘s main house, dating back to 1805.

Visitors can explore the historic Laura Plantation’s main house, dating back to 1805, during the 75-minute guided tour.

They’ll learn about four generations of the Creole family, both free and enslaved. The tour features 12 National Historic Register buildings, including the slave quarters.

Guests can wander the lush gardens and discover the family’s rich history through engaging storytelling.

With a maximum of 26 travelers, the small-group experience provides an intimate look into this significant cultural landmark.

Visitors are encouraged to visit the on-site museum and gift shop to further enjoy the Creole way of life.

Discovering Creole History

What makes the Creole history uncovered at the Laura Plantation so captivating? Visitors explore the lives of the Creole family that called this plantation home for four generations, both free and enslaved.

The tour guides skillfully weave a compelling narrative, shedding light on this unique cultural heritage. Standout features include:

Insights into the complex dynamics between the plantation owners and their slaves
Exploration of the Creole language, cuisine, and architectural styles
Examination of the family’s economic and social status within Louisiana society
Discussions on the lasting impacts of slavery and the plantation system
Opportunities to visit the museum and gift shop for deeper immersion

Highlights of the Experience

What makes the guided tour of Laura Plantation so captivating? Explorers can explore the lives of four generations of a Creole family, both free and enslaved.

The 75-minute experience showcases the main house from 1805, well-tended gardens, and meticulously preserved slave quarters – all part of 12 National Historic Register buildings.

Knowledgeable guides bring the estate’s history to life through engaging storytelling. The small group size, up to 26 travelers, ensures an intimate encounter.

While food and drinks aren’t included, the opportunity to visit the museum and gift shop add to the memorable experience.

The Sum Up

The "N’Awlins Luxury: Laura Plantation Tour W/Transportation" offers a unique opportunity to take in Louisiana’s rich Creole history. The 75-minute guided tour provides an intimate and informative experience, taking visitors through the beautifully preserved plantation and sharing the compelling story of a Creole family in the 19th century. With convenient hotel pickup and a maximum of 26 guests, this tour is a seamless addition to any New Orleans adventure.