Post Hurricane Katrina Tour

New Orleans is slowly being restored to its former beauty after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina. Come and experience the southern splendor with a strong French influence, stately homes and avenues. The tour will showcase the hurricane's destruction and the city's inspired comeback. The small-group atmosphere with maximum 13 people ensures a more personal experience.

The tour begins in the French Quarter, virtually untouched by Katrina. Learn about the history and architecture of this old Creole city: Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, the Pontalba row houses and an overall view of the Mississippi River Port, levees and flood walls.

Next, you will pass the French Market and the old U.S. Mint, then, through the bohemian neighborhood of Faubourg Marigny. The tour heads east towards the Industrial Canal where you will see the largest levee breach which destroyed the 9th Ward. Witness both desolation and rebirth of the Upper 9th Ward, where Harry Connick Jr.'s and Ellis Marsalis' project: Habitat For Humanity's Musicians' Village stands as a colorful beacon of hope in a neighborhood still scarred by Katrina's wrath.

Experience the city's industrious spirit as your tour takes you along now famous Treme neighborhood, where you will see how the old Lafitte housing project, troubled even before the hurricanes, is being re-imagined as a vibrant, new community.

Contrast old and new as you pass the closed, shuttered Charity Hospital and see the construction of the new LSU hospital complex, and the renaissance of Mid-City with its new housing and upcoming markets.

Then, make your way to peaceful Bayou St. John, where you will view raised houses from the late 1700's and hear about their architectural significance in a city below sea level. Driving by St. Louis Cemetery #3 along Esplanade Avenue, learn about New Orleans' unique above-ground burial system. In City Park, view the antique carousel and centuries old live oaks before stopping for refreshments and restrooms.

Witness the huge scope of Katrina's destruction, view both breaches of the London Avenue Canal and the devastation they inflicted upon the neighborhood of Gentilly. See the efforts of "Project Home Again", 101 homes rebuilt with the charity of Barnes & Noble chairman, Len Riggio. As the tour continues along the Lakeshore past the marinas, you will see the fourth levee breach at the 17th Street Canal and more examples of ruin and rebirth.

Once downtown, you will drive through the Arts and the Warehouse Districts, passing by the World War II Museum and around the Superdome and Convention Center before returning you to your hotel.

Additional Info

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
• Service animals are permitted. Please advise at time of booking to arrange accommodations
  
• Due to new regulations, tours to the Lower 9th Ward are strictly prohibited
• Child rates apply to those under the age of 6 who occupy a seat. Lap children under 6 years ride for free

Departure Date

Daily

Departure Time

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.

Tour Details Departs at 8:30am

Transport by air-conditioned 13 passenger van Live commentary on board Hotel pickup and drop-off

Gratuities (optional) Food and drinks

For cancellation up to 3 days, a full refund will be given. For cancellation up to 1 days, 50% refund will be given.