Tour Destrehan Plantation, established in 1787, the oldest documented French Colonial style house in the lower Mississippi Valley. This majestic antebellum plantation home watches over the banks of the Mississippi River, only a few minutes upriver from New Orleans. Costumed docents will intrigue you with the history of the Destrehan family's sugar dynasty, historic events that occurred at this site, and the unique architectural features of the plantation. Daily trade demonstrations by costumed artisans give an insight to long-forgotten skills that were a vital part of everyday life centuries ago. Then it's a short ride to the Manchac Swamp where you will cruise through a privately-owned wildlife refuge, home to the legend of Rougarou, the Cajun werewolf. You might not find the Rougarou, but you'll get up close and personal with some alligators in an area where time seems to stand still. You can purchase drinks and snacks at "the swamp". (Cost is not included in tour price). Note: Due to the home's historic nature, access to the second floor is by stairs only. No video is allowed inside the plantation home. Includes guided tour of plantation home, narrated boat cruise and narrated motorcoach transportation.

Website: http://www.graylineneworleans.com/belles-to-bayous.html

Voucher restrictions:

• Expires one year from auction date
• Does not include gratuity.

Voucher expiration date: 2015-12-12

Address:
600 Decatur St.
Suite 308
New Orleans, LA 70130
Phone: 504-569-1401