Cultured Travel
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100 reviews
Jan 3 - 7, 2026
Group size: 12 - 24
Bring on the Big Easy 2026
New Orleans, LA, USA
Cultured Travel
- Email address verified
100 reviews
$NaN
Jan 3 - 7, 2026
Group size: 12 - 24
About this trip
What’s included
- 4 nights lodging4 nightly lodging in the beautiful and historic Hotel Monteleone located right on Royal Street
- Welcome DinnerEnjoy a relaxed dinner and get acquainted with the group and some of Jewel's favorite New Orleanians who will tell us all about what they do and bring to the cultured of the city
- FQ Food TourTake in the history and sights of the French Quarter all while making pit stops to enjoy some of the most well-known dishes and cocktails
- Plantation TourTour the Laura Plantation: a creole plantation with a rich history and unparalleled records
- BussingTransportation to the Plantation and back into the Big Easy
- Preservation Hall ShowTake in an amazing performance at the iconic Preservation Hall
- Farewell DinnerEnjoy a last hurrah and a delicious meal with the group before watching the Joan of Arc Parade
- Tour Escort24 hour Cultured Travel tour escort/consierge available before and during your tour
- Most GratuitiesGratuities for all group activities are included
What’s not included
- FlightsRoundtrip flights from your home, any costs associated with parking or lodging needed for your flight to/from New Orleans
- Ground TransportationTransportation to and from the airport as well as any "free time" activities
- Optional Itinerary ItemsAll sites NOT listed as included (even if recommended)
- InsuranceTravel and Medical insurance strongly recommended; assistance obtaining it can be provided
- Meals not specified
- Gratuities not specified
- Personal souvenirs
Available Packages
Available Add-Ons
Additional PRE-TOUR night at hotel
$300
Additional POST-TOUR night at hotel
$230
Itinerary
Day 1 - Sat., Jan. 3
Arrive in the Big Easy
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Reviews
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Rarely do I say that it was a privilege to be part of a vacation but this was definitely that and more. The S.S. Karim is a national treasure, a floating museum and the last steam powered paddle wheel on the Nile. Sailing down the Nile in the company of an accomplished local egyptologist who enthusiastically took us through each archeological site that we stopped at was amazing. Our travel guide Jewel had everything in place and everything went smoothly. I would highly recommend Cultured Travel.
By Steve P for Egypt: Wonders of the Nile on Feb 21, 2026
This was the best travel experience of our lives.The group so compatible, great energy, wonderful companionship. The itinerary was matched by our guide Sami who was as articulate as he was knowledgeable. The Kerem was a jewel and the cuisine unmatched and bountiful. Anyone who would have the opportunity to travel with Cultured Travel would be so happy. Egypt is a not miss destination. We cannot thank Jewel enough for the best travel can offer. Cathy Baker and Stan Shapiro.
By Stanley S for Egypt: Wonders of the Nile on Feb 21, 2026
An incredible experience with top notch planning, coordination, communication and execution. All the things that make a service like Cultured Travel worth it's weight in gold. We feel so fortunate to have been introduced to them and included in this wonderful adventure!
By Rob A for Egypt: Wonders of the Nile on Feb 16, 2026
Jewel is AMAZING!! This Trip was so special, engaging, custom, unique, and fun. I learned SO much about Egypt and felt like I really got to see the best sites in the country. The SS Karim is a stunning antique boat and the staff there are next level. The food on the boat was also insanely gourmet and the chef incredibly charismatic.
She takes so much care in her guests and the experience. If you are at all considering traveling to Egypt, this is the way to go.
By Robyn S for Egypt: Wonders of the Nile on Feb 14, 2026
Amazing fun filled trip with fabulous accommodations. We even learned about New Orleans along the way. There was so much to see and do. Highlights were the Laura Plantation visit and the Joan d’ Arc parade. Our guide Jewel was always up for adding in additional activities like an after dinner adventure to the music and night art market on Frenchmen’s street, and a ghost tour which was really more of a history tour. We showed up a day early and Jewel took us on a street car tour of the garden district with great stops for lunch, shopping and a roof top bar for my first Hurricane. . Also loved the front row seats at the Preservation Jazz Hall. I’m still singing those songs.
By Anna P for Bring on the Big Easy 2026 on Jan 17, 2026