Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Historic Mississippi River Cruise | La Vacanza Travel

Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Historic Mississippi River Cruise

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Destination: United States, Louisiana, New Orleans
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  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • New Orleans
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Take a 2 hour, 30 minute cruise down the great Mississippi River aboard the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen. Enjoy a narrated tour with a licensed historian describing 300-years of New Orleans history; from the founding of the city by the LeMoyne Brothers to the tragedy of Hurricane Katrina. During your cruise the vessel will dock at Chalmette Battlefield for a 1-hour excursion. Enjoy a guided tour and talk by a National Park Ranger about the battle of New Orleans, while taking in the sweet breeze and delicate waves along the river. Delight in a cash bar and/or a satisfying Creole lunch option available on the boat while viewing the famous French Quarter and Port of New Orleans from the river .

What Can You Expect?

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Chalmette Battlefield, 1 Battlefield Road, Chalmette, LA 70043

Disembark at the site of the 1815 Battle of New Orleans at the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, where you can tour the Chalmette Battlefield including the Malus-Beauregard House and the Chalmette Monument before re-boarding for the return cruise.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130-1035

Chalmette Battlefield is located in the Jean Lafitte National Park, making it an exciting and special addition to your river cruise!

Duration: 30 minutes

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Local guide
  • 1-Hour at Battlefield
  • Live Jazz Entertainment
  • Restroom on board
  • Entry/Admission - Chalmette Battlefield

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Alcohol (Cash Bar)

Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • No outside food or beverages are allowed on board.
  • Bags are checked before boarding the vessel to ensure safety during the cruise.
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If altered or canceled due to poor weather, cruise may remain dockside in the event of unfavorable sailing conditions.
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Due to limited capacity, refund requests made less than 24 hours prior to departure will NOT be considered. This includes missing the attraction for any reason. However, your ticket is transferable and valid for up to one year.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Departure Point

Departure Point

1 Poydras St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Duration & Voucher Info

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

2 hours 30 minutes

Cancellation Policy

User's Reviews

Sandra_N

28 Apr, 2024

The battle field was the most rememberable of the cruise. I paid for the dinner/lunch but did not get to eat. Once we embarked to go see the battle field they stated serving the food which I think did not make any since. So do we eat and not go see the battle field or stay and eat and not see the battlefield. So me and my husband did not get a chance to eat, because when we returned to the ship there was no food. I did not like that. If I knew that, I would not have purchased a ticket with food. I feel cheated and should get a refund for food we did not get to eat.

Don_G

26 Apr, 2024

This is a must go experience. The tool guide was very Knowledgeable.The food was amazing. I recommend this cruise for anyone coming to New Orleans.

Steve_N

24 Apr, 2024

The historian narrator was superb as was the natl parks narrator. Both of them used historical references mixed with anecdotes very well.

erin_f

24 Apr, 2024

The boat ride is so relaxing. Get there early if you want a shaded seat. Probably an hour early to line up would be ideal. The MC, Charles is fantastic and on the way back tells the whole story of hurricane Katrina. I could have done without the hour stop in the middle for people explore the battlefield. Such a fun experience.

Chuck_M

22 Apr, 2024

I was moved by Charles’ telling of Katrina. It was amazing to hear a locals account. Besides the guide, the drinks were good and ye ride was smooth and informative.

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