Louisiana

Canada & USA
USA
The Deep South
Louisiana

Music, Mardi Gras and the Mississippi

Home to unspoilt wilderness and the grand Mississippi, Louisiana is full of adventure.

Discover the vibrant city of New Orleans, party during Mardi Gras and step back in time at one of the state's many historic plantations. If it's wildlife that you want to embrace, head to one of Louisiana's marshy swamplands to spot the formidable alligators, or visit one of the many parks and gardens to soak up the green space and fresh air. Louisiana is an endless list of possibilities.

Partner your Louisiana visit with Memphis or Texas: both known for their big, bold characters. Or, enjoy a contrasting trip to Las Vegas, where the Strip is bright and the entertainment even brighter, or head to Cancun for a slice of sunshine.

Essential Information

Time Zone GMT-6
Currency USD - US Dollar
Visa Information British Passport holders require an Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA) to visit New Orleans. You can obtain an ESTA from www.cbp.gov/esta
Language English
Flight Time Approx 10 hours; direct flights from the UK are available
Health Information No vaccinations are required for travel to Louisiana. All travellers should be up to date with routine immunisations. It is important to contact your GP to check for the latest recommendations.

Great sample itineraries

Here's a selection of popular itineraries to give you some ideas. But almost anything's possible so call us now and we'll create an amazing holiday just for you.

12 days

Gone with the Wind Tour

Guide Price £2,459 pp

Georgia, South Carolina, Florida, Alabama, Tennessee, Louisiana and mighty Mississippi are united by a haunting history but they're probably most famous now for their lively music, delicious Deep South cooking and charming southern hospitality. One of our most popular escorted...

Escorted tours

14 days

Rhythms of the South Self Drive

Guide Price £2,319 pp

The southern United States is the birthplace of many different genres of music from country, jazz, blues to rock 'n' roll. On this 14 day self drive adventure you will hit the open road and drive across these southern states...

Iconic journeys

9 days

New Orleans, Memphis and Nashville Multi Centre

Guide Price £2,009 pp

Memphis, Nashville and New Orleans come together to make the perfect holiday destinations for fans of jazz, blues, country, rock 'n' roll and bluegrass. These unique cities have not only welcomed some of the most famous names in music but...

Self drive holidays

15 days

Deep South Discover and American Queen Cruise

Guide Price £4,899 pp

Experience some of the Deep South's most interesting destinations as you journey from Country Music capital Nashville to the Jazz filled streets of New Orleans. Your 15 day adventure will start in the Country music Mecca that is Nashville where...

Iconic journeys