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6 hours 30 minutes
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Enjoy a fully narrated city tour of historic New Orleans, where you will visit the world famous French Quarter, Jackson Square, Audubon Park and even uncover the mysteries surrounding Voodoo. Then take to the waters for a cruise on the Mississippi River with the iconic Steamboat NATCHEZ. Enjoy an authentic riverboat experience of a leisurely, two-hour cruise on the mighty Mississippi. Come and discover New Orleans today!
The Steamboat NATCHEZ is taking some time off, but her sister vessel, the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS will be taking her place. You’ll get the same authentic riverboat experience of a leisurely, two-hour cruise on the mighty Mississippi, enjoying traditional live jazz, craft cocktails, and all the beautiful New Orleans sites, while also exploring the newly renovated riverboat. Make sure you check out all four decks – the top deck view is a sight to see!
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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
Tour vehicles are equipped for wheelchair storage. If wheelchairs collapse and fold, they can be placed in the storage compartment on the bus. If the wheelchair is a scooter, then special arrangements need to be made with the supplier for a handicap-accessible bus. This must be arranged 48 hours prior to tour date. Contact details will be on your voucher
If you wish to take both paddle and wheel tours on the same day, you must book the 9am departure
Tour vehicles are equipped for wheelchair storage. If wheelchairs collapse and fold, they can be placed in the storage compartment on the coach. If the wheelchair is a scooter, then special arrangements need to be made with the supplier for a handicap-accessible bus. This must be arranged 48 hours prior to tour date. Contact details will be on your voucher.
Our riverboats is wheelchair accessible. However, access to the top & bottom decks on the NATCHEZ are by stairs only. Please call us with any questions before finalizing your plans if you have questions on access or personal equipment.
Cruise is suitable for wheelchairs, but restrooms stalls are not wide enough to accommodate and there are no elevators on board.
Please Note: Should the Steamboat NATCHEZ become unavailable for her yearly Coast Guard inspections and/or general maintenance, all cruises during this time will take place on her sister vessel - the newly renovated Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS.
French Quarter
First enjoy a grand overview of New Orleans, dubbed ‘The City That Care Forgot,’ on this comprehensive sightseeing coach tour. Start in the world-famous French Quarter, a quaint, mysterious area where the sights and sounds abound.
Jackson Square
Visit historic Jackson Square, home of the Cabildo and Presbytere museums, St. Louis Cathedral and learn about the Baroness Pontalba, who built the first apartment homes in America.
2-hour paddle wheeler boat cruise (2:30PM)
Stop at Cafe du Monde for beignets (own expense)
3-hour narrated motorcoach tour (10AM)
Gratuities
Lunch (own expense - based on availability)
Refreshments and souvenirs are available for purchase on boat
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
11 AM Start Time
10 AM City Tour & 2 PM Cruise
468 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
michaeldB3791HS,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Very relaxing, clean, and informative.
docklowdoves,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
A full tour of New Orleans giving an excellent overview. We knew where everything was and which areas we wanted to re-visit in more detail
DebbieD W,May 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
We had a wonderful time. The paddleboat was very interesting. The bus city tour was the best. Our tour guide Harris was fantastic. Answered our questions and was so knowledgeable. Highly recommend!
Dean B,May 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
Very comprehensive and informative tour Thoroughly enjoyed the local experienced guide, Harris Parson's, extensive knowledge of the history of New Orleans

Terrin D,May 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
It was a great experience, the staff were nice and friendly! Katherine, our tour guide, was very nice and informative! It was vey hot and she still did an awesome job!





Curious05086201697,May 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Great tour. Harris was very informative, Preston was a great driver. Thoroughly enjoyable
Imelda S,May 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
If you’re looking to get some history of New Orleans this is the tour to take. You get to see a good part of the city and the tour guide is very knowledgeable
Malinda M,May 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
Excellent tour. Katherine was very knowledgeable and the food was fantastic..........................
Thomas W,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
The city tour was headed by tour guide Susan. At first she came across as very informative but as the tour progressed the information became an incessant, nonstop, outpouring of facts and figures that eventually went in one ear and out the other. Susan, take a breath, sometimes less is more. New Orleans doesn't actually have that many sights of any note and the tour was dragged out too long by looking at period houses of little interest. The cruise on the Natchez was also disappointing with little of interest on the river banks and the only consolation was being able to say you sailed a steamboat on the Mississippi.
HorwoodComposer,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Absolutely perfect. Great narration with Harris. Everything was efficient and on time. Highly recommend this to any tourists. Worth the price.
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