The history of New Orleans reads like a novel. In 1718, the Frenchman Sieur de Bienville founded a strategic port city five feet below sea level, near the juncture of the Mississippi and the Gulf of Mexico. The original city was confined to the area of the French Quarter. Today, New Orleans extends well beyond the historic area and is famous worldwide for its jazz, unique cuisine, riverboats and seemingly endless parade of festivals.

New Orleans, with its mottled old buildings and distinct air feels more old European capital than American city. European influence is also seen in the city's famous above-ground cemeteries – almost shocking in their stature, but worth doing a walking tour. New Orleans’ neighbourhoods are full of history, culture and amazing stories.

The Garden District is pure opulence and beauty. The well-preserved collection of antebellum mansions and the pristine gardens are a stark contrast to other areas of the city

The French Quarter and Bourbon Street is the entertainment hub of New Orleans. Over the years it has been home to vaudeville, burlesque, jazz joints and gentleman’s clubs. Today, the adult fun continues, but there is also more emphasis on the traditional jazz clubs, upscale lounges and historic restaurants. One thing is certain, you won’t experience anywhere like New Orleans anywhere else in the world.

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Louisiana - Heartbeat of The South

This charming tour around Louisiana includes plantation home stays combined with quaint and historic Southern towns.

The Deep South - Deluxe Tour

Big cities, little cities, villages and towns. Everything about the Deep South is Southern; a culture that is both American and unique in the world.

USA Rail Holiday - Chicago, Memphis and New Orleans

Journey south through the very heart of the USA music scene as you head from Chicago to New Orleans.

Best of the Old South and New South

The South is a region of incredible contrasts. Large, sophisticated, contemporary cities coexist peacefully with small authentic historic towns.

Tastes & Sounds of the South - A Trafalgar Escorted Tour

On this leisurely 10-day guided tour of the Deep South you will be visiting the states of Tennessee, Mississippi and Louisiana where you'll have quality time to enjoy the South's music and food.

Memphis, New Orleans and Western Caribbean NCL Cruise

The perfect blend of city meets sea. Memphis and New Orleans, topped off with a 7 night NCL Western Caribbean cruise. And, with NCL's new Premium All Inclusive, alcoholic beverages, bottled water daily, service charges and tips are all...

Florida & The Deep South

Explore the Deep South cities of Memphis and New Orleans together with the beaches and theme parks of Florida.

Backroads and Bayous of the Deep South

Discover some of the most interesting areas of the Deep South including the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the most visited National Park in America.

Journey South - New Orleans to Charleston

This exciting tour of the Deep South is the perfect way to experience this intriguing part of the USA.

Tennessee and the Deep South

Explore Tennessee and the Deep South with this tour, including New Orleans, Louisiana's plantation country and the historic Natchez Trace Parkway route through Mississippi and Tennessee.

Dixie Discovery Tour

This memorable adventure combines the lively cities of New Orleans, Memphis, Nashville and laid back states of Mississippi and Alabama for an exciting journey through the Deep South.

Texas and Louisiana Adventure

The home of country & western music and nightlife, this adventure combines Texas and Louisiana states to offer you a taste of ranches, plantation homes and lively capitals.

USA Rail Holiday - The Cotton States

Explore America's Cotton States with this rail holiday adventure. Start in the city of Atlanta, travel through Birmingham, Alabama and finish in The Big Easy, New Orleans.

America's Sunny Southern Seacoast

Explore Texas, Alabama and Louisiana on America's Southern coast. Relax in the warm sunshine and laidback, friendly Southern hospitality.

Lower Mississippi Memphis to New Orleans

This Mississippi River cruise will transport you back to an era where cotton was king and impressive mansions and vast sugar plantations were the order of the day.

Lower Mississippi - New Orleans Round Trip

Showcasing the diversity and drama of the Lower Mississippi, this leisurely 10 day river cruise will take you back through American history.

New Orleans Short Break

Founded in 1718 New Orleans is simply America’s most sensual city. Steeped in a history of influences from all over the globe, it’s a brilliant mosaic of culture, food, and of course, music.

Mighty Mississippi - Full Length River Cruise

Discover American towns, vibrant cities, sweeping vistas and antebellum charms. Authentic America is waiting to be explored on this three week cruise through the very heart and soul of the USA.

American Duchess River Cruise - Nashville to Memphis plus New Orleans

America's rivers are the working, lifeblood of this nation and tell a story like no other. Explore America's heartland from the brand new American Duchess paddlewheeler.

Deep South Discovery – Heritage to Honky Tonk

Y'all will love our brand new, non-driving holiday in America’s Deep South. Visit the 'Big Three' cities of Nashville, Memphis and New Orleans with an absolute host of inclusions.

New Orleans and NCL's Western Caribbean Cruise (All-Inclusive)

Combine the USA's most sensual city, New Orleans, with a relaxing 7-night cruise sailing the Western Caribbean.

Southern Delights - A VIP Guided Tour of the Deep South's Music Cities

VIP events, memorable dining experiences and luxury hotels await you on this pampered guided tour through the Deep South.

America's Musical Heartland - A Luxury Guided Tour

Two of life’s greatest pleasures - music and food - are at the forefront of this sensual journey through the American heartland. Start in Chicago, a great food city also known for its jazz and blues. Travel south to the musical meccas of...

Vegas, Voodoo, Elvis & Chi-Town

Four of the USA's most iconic cites, over 14 nights, with no driving - sign us up!

Beignets, Bayous and Barrier Islands

With British Airways flights now direct into New Orleans, it's an ideal start to our Gulf of Mexico coastal holiday. On this particular itinerary, explore the states of Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida.

Deep South & Delta Blues - Small Group Escorted Holiday

Trace the roots of American music in the Deep South and experience the unique cultural landscape and fascinating history.

Haunted New Orleans

Historic New Orleans is The Most Haunted City in the whole of the USA! During your stay here you can enjoy endless spooky tours, ghost walks, vampire stories and peeks into the fascinating world of Voodoo Magic! Here's one of our favourite...

Mardi Gras & Mardi Gras World

In New Orleans, a town famous for its French Quarter and Bourbon Street, for hot Cajun and Creole cuisine and for cool Dixieland jazz, one event surpasses them all as the city's legendary signature piece - Mardi Gras!

The Myrtles Plantation Home - USA's Most Haunted House

Two hours north of New Orleans, The Myrtles Plantation is not only a grand, antebellum mansion, but is also considered to be the most haunted house in all of the U.S.A.....boo!

Antebellum Plantation Homes in Louisiana

When visiting Louisiana, touring at least one antebellum home is a must for most visitors: But exactly what is an Antebellum home?

New Orleans School of Cookery

Welcome to the Fun, Food & Folklore of The New Orleans School of Cooking!

Preservation Hall

The Preservation Hall is a musical venue in the French Quarter founded in 1961 to protect and honor New Orleans Jazz.

The Garden District, New Orleans

The Garden District is a dynamic community grounded in a strong sense of tradition. Some of its homes are still known by...

Jackson Square

Flanked by St. Louis Cathedral, the antebellum Pontalba apartment buildings, and the Mississippi River, postcard-pretty Jackson Square has been the hub of New Orleans life....

Steamboat Natchez Dinner Jazz Cruise

Savour the beauty and romance of New Orleans as you enjoy a leisurely evening cruise along the mighty Mississippi while...

Cemetery and Gris-Gris Walking Tour

Walk through St. Louis Cemetery #1, the site of the classic movie "Easy Rider," as your professional guide recounts the...

Daytime Jazz Cruise with Lunch

Your two-hour cruise with lunch starts from the heart of the French Quarter and takes you back when cotton was king and...

French Quarter Walking Tour

Let your own 'local expert' unravel the mysteries of one of America's oldest and most unique living neighbourhoods!...

Garden District Walking Tour

Visit the "American" section of town that was built to rival the architectural splendor of the Creoles' French Quarter! ...

Ghosts and Spirits Night time Walking Tour

New Orleans has been referred to as "The most haunted city in America." After this tour, we'll let you be the judge! ...

Hurricane Katrina Tour

An eyewitness account of the events surrounding the most devastating natural - and man-made - disaster on American soil!...

Katrina City Tour

This tour extends the traditional Super City Tour to include an area and narration specific to Hurricane Katrina. The...

New Orleans Super City Tour

Explore the centuries of history and culture that New Orleans has to offer on this city tour that will show you the French...

Paddle and Wheel Tour

Explore the centuries of history and culture that New Orleans has to offer on the city tour before taking to the water for...

Swamp and Bayou Tour

Board a custom built, all-weather swamp boat for a trip into the wild-life rich swamps and bayous of Louisiana.

50 Shades Of New Orleans...

Romantic, liberating and totally addictive, New Orleans will obsess you, posses you and stay with you forever.

The Blues Highway

The 1,400 mile Blues Highway (Highway 61) is a classic road trip through the cradle of musical innovation in America. Starting in New Orleans, Louisiana and ending in the city of Wyoming, Minnesota....

NCL Caribbean Cruises sailing from New Orleans

Norwegian Cruise Line changed the face of contemporary cruising when they introduced their unique Freestyle Cruising®. It’s designed to give you more choices, more freedom and more time to plan your holiday your way and enjoy more inspiring...

Where you stay is the heart of your holiday. Location reigns supreme but do you prefer resort facilities or unique and boutique? Historic and old world or modern and shiny?

We aim to present choices across the spectrum but there are many hundreds of places to stay and not room to feature them all. Do speak to your Bon Voyage travel consultant and click the video for our take on this important topic.

We would rate the Bellagio as one of the best hotels we have ever stayed in. Fabulous, glitzy, exciting. We loved having breakfast at the poolside café... one of our best experiences ever. If it hadn't been for you we wouldn't have had the suite or cabana and we loved them. We both agreed that the hotel was the best for us and you had suggested that so well done!
Leonore & Mike Rumford

Royal Sonesta Hotel

In the heart of the French Quarter right on Bourbon St., the Royal Sonesta building dates back to 1721. Irvin Mayfield Jazz Playhouse calls the hotel home and we understand Mr Mayfield himself plays every Wednesday night.

Hotel Monteleone

The Hotel Monteleone has proudly stood as one of the original landmarks in the world-famous French Quarter and continues to be one of the longest family owned and operated hotels in the USA.

Omni Royal Orleans

Old world elegance on the most fashionable corner of the French Quarter, St. Louis at Royal. Rooms are well appointed and we absolutely adore the rooftop pool.

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