Get ready to explore the soul of Louisiana on a 8 or 11 night road trip, winding through the state’s iconic cities, historic towns, and peaceful bayous.

Your adventure begins in New Orleans, known for its jazz-filled streets, historic French Quarter, and incredible cuisine. From there, venture into the heart of Cajun country, from the quiet charm of Vacherie and its antebellum plantations to the scenic beauty of St. Francisville. Discover the cultural richness of Lafayette and the laid-back vibe of Houma, while immersing yourself in the stories and landscapes that make Louisiana truly unique.

8 night tour: 

Day 1: Arrival in New Orleans

Days 2 - 3: New Orleans

Day 4: New Orleans - Vacherie

Day 5: Vacherie - St. Francisville

Day 6: St. Francisville - Lafayette

Day 7: Lafayette

Day 8: Lafayette - Houma

Day 9: Departure from New Orleans

11 night tour: 

Touch down in New Orleans before collecting your hire car, before hitting the road and heading to your first hotel for check in.

Take a ride on a classic streetcar through the oak-lined Garden District, grab a beignet and strong coffee at the legendary Café du Monde, and wander the lively streets of the French Quarter. As the sun sets, Bourbon Street turns up the volume — neon lights, live music, and an atmosphere that’s uniquely New Orleans.

Our suggestions: 

• The French Quarter
• Garden District
• Frenchmen Street
• Mississippi River

Swap the city buzz for moss-draped oaks and riverfront history with a detour to Vacherie, a quiet town that punches above its weight in Southern charm. It's best known for its iconic Oak Alley Plantation, where a canopy of 300-year-old oaks leads you to the grand antebellum Big House. Use Vacherie as a jumping-off point to explore other historic plantations nearby, soak up Louisiana’s rural heritage, and take in the slow, scenic rhythm of the countryside.

Our suggestions: 

• Laura Plantation
• Oak Alley Plantation
• Mississippi River

On your journey to St. Francisville, roll into Baton Rouge, Louisiana’s laid-back capital, for a quick cultural fix - swing by the Old State Capitol, a Gothic Revival stunner that looks more like a castle than a government building. Then get back on the road North to St. Francisville, a sleepy riverside town that oozes Southern charm. With its moss-draped trees, historic homes, and easy-going pace, it’s the kind of place where you linger longer than planned. Whether you're here for the antebellum architecture, old plantations, or just the peaceful scenery, St. Francisville is a quiet highlight of the Deep South.

Continue on to Lafayette, the cultural centre of Acadiana, a region renowned for its Cajun and Creole heritage. This lively city is celebrated for its vibrant culture, flavourful cuisine, and unique attractions like the Centre culturel acadien and the grand Cathédrale St-Jean-l'Évangéliste. Located in the heart of South Louisiana’s French-speaking region, Lafayette is often called the "happiest city in America," thanks to its welcoming atmosphere and rich traditions.

Head into the heart of Louisiana’s bayou country, a vast expanse of swamps and wetlands stretching across 2,500 square kilometres of tranquil, untamed landscapes. Your destination: Houma. This quiet town, tucked about 90 kilometres southwest of New Orleans, is a living testament to Cajun culture. With its scenic views and deep-rooted ties to the waterways that surround it, Houma offers an authentic experience of life in Louisiana’s bayous. It’s a place where traditions run deep, and the pace of life is as slow and steady as the waters that flow through the land.

After your stay in Houma, head back to New Orleans to return your hire car and board your homebound flight.

Throughout your road trip, relax and recharge in carefully selected accommodations chosen for their comfort, character, and ideal locations:

• New Orleans: Holiday Inn Superdome
• Vacherie: Oak Alley Plantation
• St. Francisville: Best Western St. Francisville
• Lafayette: Homewood Suites Lafayette
• Houma: Holiday Inn Houma

If the hotels listed above are unavailable, you will be provided with comfortable accommodation in similar hotels. Local standards apply.

Stay connected on the move with this exclusive mobile internet offer, perfect for modern travellers. Activate your included eSIM and enjoy connection wherever you go. Easily share your internet connection with friends and family without limits.

Please note: 3GB of internet data represents around 30 hours of web browsing/audio streaming or 3 to 4 hours of video streaming/social networking/video calls.

Create a beautiful hardback photo album, personalised and printed on premium paper, to bring your holiday memories to life. 

Preserve your favourite memories with this pack of 50 classic photo prints, easy to print in just a few clicks to display, share and relive every moment.

Getaway to one of America's gems and fly to New Orleans, Louisiana, the French heartland of American lands. If you know a little about the United States, you will experience a real change of scenery in New Orleans.

The Latin Creole architecture of the French quarters, the cathedrals and antique shops vibrating to the rhythm of jazz clubs and festivities form a completely charming and endearing city. Here, art in all its forms will take you away and help you discover this beautiful region. 

Hit up the heart of the French Quarter with a stroll along Bourbon Street or discover some artistic delights in Jackson Square. Head to Frenchman Street and become immersed in the live music or visit the New Orleans Museum of Art for a touch of culture during your trip.