3h30

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Itinerary
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Pass By: French Quarter, New Orleans, LA

Make your way to the meeting point at a convenient location in the French Quarter. Board your comfortable air-conditioned coach and listen as your local guide shares the history of New Orleans, starting with how the site of the original French settlement of 1718 grew into the city we know today.

Pass By: Hurricane Katrina Memorial, 5056 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119-5835

Then take in the Hurricane Katrina Memorial, which memorializes the 1,100 people who died in the hurricane, one of the greatest natural and man-made disasters in US history.

Stop At: New Orleans City Park, 1 Palm Dr, New Orleans, LA 70124-4608

You will have a stop at picturesque City Park where stone footbridges cross lagoons and bayous in the shadows of centuries old oak trees. Explore the free 11 acre sculpture garden or purchase cafe au lait and beignets (cash only) at Cafe du Monde's newest location.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: The New Canal Lighthouse, 8001 Lakeshore Dr, New Orleans, LA 70124-2480

This museum is located in an historic lighthouse and features interactive exhibits on the coastal issues Louisiana faces as they move toward a sustainable future. It also offers a panoramic view of the lakefront.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Levee Exhibit Hall and Garden, 5000 Warrington Dr, New Orleans, LA 70122-3306

Self guided tour of the Levee Gardens and Katrina Exhibit

Duration: 15 minutes

Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional guide
Entry/Admission - The New Canal Lighthouse
Entry/Admission - Levee Exhibit Hall and Garden

Not included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks

Additional

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 3 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Infants must sit on laps
In order to help preserve 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
Wheelchair Access: If the guest needs a wheelchair lift equipped bus, special arrangements need to be made with the supplier. This must be arranged 48 hours prior to tour date. Contact details will be on your voucher.
New Canal Light House Tour: Guests that utilize a wheelchair at the New Canal Light house will have full access to the gift shop and restrooms via ramp. The Light House Museum is accessible via a lift.
Coaches are unable to accommodate motorized scooters. If customers are able to get off the scooter, they can board bus and leave their scooter at the ticket office.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

Features

Cultural

85% Tourism

85% Sport

25%

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Katrina hurricane 8 Activities

Hurricane Katrina Tour of New Orleans