The Big Easy Escapade: Memorial Day Weeknd 2026

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The Big Easy Escapade / A Learn2Dream Travel Experience

April 30th - May 4th 2026

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The Big Easy Escapade

Experience the vibrant culture of New Orleans over Memorial Day Weekend 2026. Enjoy guided tours through historic neighborhoods, savor local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the city’s rich musical and artistic traditions. From the French Quarter to City Park, discover the unique charm and lively spirit of the Crescent City.
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Pricing

This tour is priced at $1200 per person based on double occupancy. Solo travelers welcome with a $300 single supplement.

Tour is priced land only. Learn2Dream Travel can assist you in booking airfare, including round trip options from Syracuse.

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What's Incuded?

  • All Ground Transportation and Transfers on Tour

  • 3 or 4 Star Hotel Including Breakfast

  • Tickets/Entrance Fees for all Included Sites and Attractions

  • Tips for Included Guides and Drivers

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ITINERARY TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE BASED ON CONDITIONS DURING THE TOUR

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TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL - Medium to Challenging

Walking is a big part of our tours. It is not uncommon to walk 3 to 6 miles a day. However we realize that this is your vacation. If you feel you cannot meet the walking requirements for the day you certainly can choose to not participate in part of or all of the tour or activity. Just let your Tour Manager know.

New Orleans

Bourbon Street
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At a glance

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Pricing

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What's Incuded?

Day 1 - Arrival in New Orleans and Hotel Check-In

21-May-2026
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Fly in and Settle into New Orleans

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Flight to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport

Learn2Dream Travel can assist in booking your flight. If you book on your own please provide your flight details as soon as possible.

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Taxi to Hotel

DepartureNew Orleans AirportThursday, May 21, 2026
DestinationCity Center New OrleansThursday, May 21, 2026

Take a taxi to hotel located City center new Orleans and check in for the evening.

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New Orleans City Center Hotel

Check inThursday, Apr 30, 20263:00 PM
Check outMonday, May 4, 202611:00 AM

Day 2 - Guided Bus Tour and Sazerac House Experience

22-May-2026
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Explore New Orleans by Bus and Bourbon Street

This morning you will enjoy an AMAZING guided bus tour throughout many famous areas of the crescent city. One of the grand highlights of the tour is Lake Pontchartrain. This is a popular summer destination for locals and fishermen. The bridge crossing the lake is even in the Guinness book of World Records. There is a dirty little secret about Lake Pontchartrain, it isn’t really a lake. It’s a giant estuary that feeds into the Gulf of Mexico for 630 miles. Our guide will note where the flood wall broke during Hurricane Katrina. This guided tour will also take you through the Garden District which is full of elegant mansions and picturesque gardens. This area is referred to as “uptown”. Included in the tour is a coffee and beignet stop at the world-famous Café du Monde. Another incredible highlight of this guided bus tour is a visit to St. Louis No. 3 Cemetery. Your guide will tell you stories and make a few stops for an up-close glimpse of unique tombs where the dead rise six feet up instead of six feet under. Next on the tour is City Park, a popular spot with winding roads and mossy oaks. This 1300-acre outdoor oasis has enchanted New Orleans natives since 1854. Throughout the entire 2.5-hour bus tour, your guide will point out the areas that were devastated by Hurricane Katrina and many areas that have been rebuilt. This is sure to capture a ton of wonderful areas of New Orleans. After lunch o your own you may choose to join us on an included tour of the Sazerac House. Learn about this legendary New Orleans cocktail and the history of liquor in New Orleans. Dinner on own. Overnight New Orleans.

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Guided Bus Tour of New Orleans

City Center New Orleans
DateFriday, May 22, 20269:00 AM
Duration2 1/2 Hours
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New Orleans City Center Hotel

Check inThursday, Apr 30, 20263:00 PM
Check outMonday, May 4, 202611:00 AM
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Sazerac House Tour and Tasting

101 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70130
DateFriday, May 22, 20262:00 PM
Duration1 Hour
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Evening on Bourbon Street

Later tonight we will head to Bourbon Street. Experience the iconic bars like Pat O’Briens, live music, lively crowds and the NOLA party scene.

Day 3 - French Quarter, Jackson Square, and Riverwalk

23-May-2026
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Stroll the Riverwalk and Explore Jackson Square

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Riverwalk and Jackson Square Stroll

Start out with a stroll down the riverwalk past the iconic steamboats to the historic heart of the French Quarter, Jackson Square. St Louis Cathedral is the main attraction but all around the park and square you will see creativity at its best. Many artists and vendors will line the streets showing off their talents and goods. In the center of it all is the equestrian statue of Andrew Jackson.
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Walking Tour of the French Quarter

Continue the walking tour throughout the French Quarter. You will see the famous creole cottages, wrought-iron balconies and pastel facades.
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Visit to the French Market

Continue the stroll down to the French Market. This is a wonderful place for you to find a variety of souvenirs and grab some delicious New Orleans cuisine for lunch.
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Lunch at the French Market

Enjoy delicious New Orleans cuisine for lunch at the French Market.
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Bourbon Street and Music Legends Park

After lunch you may choose to join for a stroll down Bourbon Street to Music Legends Park. The heart of the park is a tribute to New Orleans Musical Legends and includes a series of commemorative statues. Take a break here to enjoy wonderful jazz performances.
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Free Time in New Orleans

The rest of the day is free for you to explore and spend more time revisiting areas of interest.

Day 4 - Free Day and Local Exploration

24-May-2026
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Explore New Orleans at Your Own Pace

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Free Day in New Orleans

Today is a completely free day for you to investigate more areas of New Orleans. Here are a few tour options you may wish to do:

  • Swampboat tour

  • National World War II Museum

  • Food Tour 3h

  • Aquarium visit

  • Riverwalk Shopping Center

  • Mardi Gras World Tour

  • Mardi Gras Museum in Arnaud’s restaurant in the French Quarter

  • Visit another one of the iconic cemeteries

  • Jean Lafitte national Historical Park and Preserve

  • Wander through the shops on Magazine Street

  • Sunrise at Algiers Point

  • Louis Armstrong Park

  • Marie Laveau’s House of Voodoo

  • New Orlean’s Jazz Museum

  • New Orlean’s Plantation Tour

  • Frenchmen street: music venues include: The maison, The Blue Nile, The Spotted Cat, Royal Street -live music 11am – 4pm.

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Local Eateries Suggestions

If you are on a budget, here are a few local eateries that may help but still provide native tastes. Bratz Y’all: a charming biergarten and restaurant in Bywater. They have many sandwiches for under $11. If the weather is nice, the beer garden is great for a casual day with friends in a European setting. Central Grocery: A quaint place famous for their fresh Muffuletta Sandwich. There are a few seats to enjoy your fresh sandwiches.

Day 5 - Departure from New Orleans

25-May-2026
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Farewell to New Orleans and Departure

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1. Café du Monde

800 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116

2. St. Louis Cemetery No. 3

3421 Esplanade Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119

3. City Park

1 Palm Dr, New Orleans, LA 70124

4. Lake Pontchartrain

Lake Pontchartrain, New Orleans, LA

5. Garden District

Garden District, New Orleans, LA 70130

6. Sazerac House

101 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130

7. Bourbon Street

Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA 70116

8. Jackson Square

701 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116

9. St. Louis Cathedral

615 Pere Antoine Alley, New Orleans, LA 70116

10. French Market

1008 N Peters St, New Orleans, LA 70116

11. Music Legends Park

311 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA 70130

12. National WWII Museum

945 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130

13. Audubon Aquarium

1 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130

14. Mardi Gras World

1380 Port of New Orleans Pl, New Orleans, LA 70130

15. Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve

419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130

16. Magazine Street

Magazine St, New Orleans, LA

17. Algiers Point

Algiers Point, New Orleans, LA 70114

18. Louis Armstrong Park

701 N Rampart St, New Orleans, LA 70116

19. Marie Laveau’s House of Voodoo

739 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA 70116

20. New Orleans Jazz Museum

400 Esplanade Ave, New Orleans, LA 70116

21. Frenchmen Street

Frenchmen St, New Orleans, LA 70116

22. Bratz Y’all

617 Piety St, New Orleans, LA 70117

23. Central Grocery

923 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116