Vibes Of Louisiana 7 Nights - 8 Days Tour

Houston → Lake Charles

Upon arrival in Houston (HOU or IAH), meet your transfer/pick up your vehicle and drive across the state line into Louisiana to Lake Charles. Check in and enjoy a relaxing evening.

Activities
Transfer to Lake Charles
Evening at leisure

Activities : Sightseeing

Lake Charles → Lafayette

Start the day with a drive along the scenic Creole Nature Trail, known as Louisiana's Outback, for views of marshland and coastal wildlife. Afterwards, transfer to Lafayette, the heart of Cajun Country.

Activities
Creole Nature Trail drive
Transfer to Lafayette
Check-in and local dinner

Activities : Sightseeing

Lafayette

Immerse yourself in Cajun culture with a visit to a local dance hall (e.g., Randol's or Blue Moon Saloon) to experience a 'Fais do-do' (Cajun dance party). Sample boudin and other local delicacies.

Activities
Cajun music evening (Fais do-do)
Cajun food sampling

Activities : Sightseeing

Lafayette → Plantation Area → New Orleans

Start the day with an exciting swamp tour (e.g., Atchafalaya Basin) to spot alligators and wildlife. Continue the scenic drive towards New Orleans, stopping en route for a guided tour of a historic Plantation Home.

Activities
Swamp tour experience
Plantation Home visit and tour

Activities : Sightseeing

New Orleans

Spend the morning with a walking tour of the historic French Quarter, exploring Jackson Square and Bourbon Street. Afternoon is dedicated to culinary exploration, including beignets and coffee at Cafe Du Monde.

Activities
French Quarter walking tour
Beignets and coffee tasting
Gumbo/Creole dinner

Activities : Food and Drink

New Orleans

Explore the elegant Garden District, famous for its grand mansions and historic cemeteries (with an optional streetcar ride). The evening features a memorable live jazz show, preferably on Frenchmen Street.

Activities
Garden District tour (Optional Cemetery visit)
Live jazz show on Frenchmen Street

Activities : Sightseeing

New Orleans

A day at leisure for last-minute shopping on Royal Street, an optional Mississippi River cruise, or visiting a museum (e.g., WWII Museum).

Activities
Leisure time/Shopping
Optional Mississippi River Cruise

Activities : Museums

New Orleans

Transfer to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) for your departure.

Activities
Airport transfer

Activities : Sightseeing