Louisiana's Cultural Heartland 5 Nights - 6 Days Tour

Baton Rouge

Arrive in Baton Rouge (BTR) and check into your hotel. Spend the afternoon exploring the art-deco **Louisiana State Capitol** and enjoying the riverfront area.

Activities
State Capitol tour
Riverfront walk/Old State Capitol visit
Welcome dinner

Activities : Sightseeing

Baton Rouge → Lafayette

Drive west to Lafayette, the heart of Cajun Country. In the afternoon, embark on a scheduled **Bayou/Swamp Tour** to cruise the murky waters and spot alligators and local wildlife.

Activities
Transfer to Lafayette
Afternoon Bayou/Swamp Tour
Local cuisine tasting

Activities : Sightseeing

Lafayette

Dive deep into Cajun culture. Visit local markets (like a boudin stop) and spend the evening enjoying a 'Fais do-do' (Cajun dance party) at a historic dance hall.

Activities
Visit local markets/boudin tasting
Cajun music night/dance hall experience
Explore Acadian Village (optional)

Activities : Food and Drink

Lafayette → New Orleans

Drive east towards New Orleans. Stop along the River Road for a guided tour of a classic **Plantation Home** (e.g., Oak Alley or Whitney Plantation) to learn about Southern history. Arrive in New Orleans and check-in.

Activities
Plantation Home visit and tour
Transfer to New Orleans (NOLA)
Evening at leisure

Activities : Sightseeing

New Orleans

A full day to explore the French Quarter's iconic architecture and landmarks. Enjoy a **French Quarter walking tour** and spend the evening experiencing the city’s famous **live jazz** music scene.

Activities
French Quarter walking tour
Beignets/Café au Lait at Cafe Du Monde
Live jazz show on Frenchmen Street

Activities : Food and Drink

New Orleans

Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy some last-minute shopping or a final New Orleans meal before your transfer to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) for departure.

Activities
Optional sightseeing/shopping
Airport transfer

Activities : Food and Drink