Welcome to a spooktacular adventure along the mysterious Mississippi!
Prepare for an unforgettable experience with our New Orleans Halloween Voodoo & Mississippi River Cruise, where the eerie ambiance of All Hallows' Eve meets the charm of a historic Mississippi paddlewheeler journey.
Second only to Mardi Gras for its dazzling display of fun and finery, Halloween in New Orleans draws thousands to the Quarter for devilish fun. Vampires, zombies, ghosts, goblins, and everything else parade up and down Frenchmen Street, showcasing the city’s legendary wit and creativity through their carefully crafted costumes. All Hallows’ Eve in New Orleans is an experience to remember for both the living—and undead.
After spending one night in the Big Easy, embark on a 6-night round-trip cruise from New Orleans aboard a historic Mississippi paddlewheeler. Enjoy the peaceful allure of the river as you sail through scenic landscapes, soaking in the rich history and Southern charm of the region. Your time on board will be filled with comfort in your outside cabin, and the all-inclusive package will delight your taste buds with Southern cuisine and free-flowing drinks.
Once back in New Orleans, enjoy 3 more nights in the heart of the city during Halloween. We include a ghost, voodoo, and vampire walking tour that will plunge you into the haunting tales and mysticism of this legendary place. It’s a Halloween journey you’ll never forget!
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New Orleans Small-Group Haunted History Carriage Tour - from £59pp
Get a taste of 18th-century New Orleans while exploring its most notorious haunts aboard a mule-drawn carriage. Join a small group of no more than eight people for an intimate evening tour through the French Quarter, where rollicking nightlife conceals a past filled with dark deeds, natural disasters, and supernatural sightings. Hear the city's most salacious history from a guide as you clip-clop your way past iron-laced balconies, darkened alleys, and southern mansions steeped in legend.
New Orleans Ghost Adventures Tour - from £27pp
Explore the haunted side of New Orleans with this 2-hour ghost tour led by a local historian. Learn about real ghost stories at haunted locations throughout the French Quarter which have been verified by historical research done at each property - this is not about theatrics. This is the only historically accurate tour. This tour is not kid friendly and what you hear may shock you. Not for the faint of heart.
Cemetery and Ghost BYOB Bus Tour in New Orleans - from £34pp
Explore New Orleans’ "City of the Dead" on the only ghost tour offering cemetery access after dark. While most haunted history tours stay in the bustling French Quarter, this one takes you into the silent, shadowy realms of one of the city’s oldest and most haunted graveyards. Hear chilling tales of paranormal activity while exploring the curious above-ground burial practices of these famous final resting places.
New Orleans French Quarter Food Adventure - from £70pp
Eat and drink your way through the French Quarter on a culinary walking tour designed to highlight New Orleans’ rich gastronomic heritage. Visit local institutions and holes-in-the-wall, taste a range of dishes and buy culinary souvenirs, like hot sauce and decadent pralines. Enjoy food samples at eat that stop, which add up to the equivalent of a full meal.
New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Boat Tour with Transportation - from £54pp
Explore one of Louisiana’s last protected wetlands on a 2-hour boat tour that includes round-trip transport from New Orleans. Depart in the morning or afternoon for Honey Island Swamp, a wildlife preserve teeming with critters such as 'gators, wild boar, snakes and birds. Ride through the swamp dripping with lush foliage and visit a boat-accessible Cajun village with an informative local guide who sheds light on the area’s inhabitants.
Large Airboat Swamp Tour with New Orleans Pick Up - from £72pp
Uncover the mysteries of the swamps surrounding New Orleans on an exhilarating airboat tour of the area, led by a professional guide. Cruise along the picturesque waterways in search of ferocious alligators and other rare wildlife while listening to illuminating commentary from your guide. Feel your adrenaline levels surge as your driver accelerates to high speeds, and capture fantastic photographs during regular stops. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation by comfortable, air-conditioned coach.
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