New Orleans Homes & Louisiana Plantations Tour Package


Item Number: 137

Time Left: CLOSED

Value: $813

Online Close: May 11, 2015 10:00 PM EDT

Bid History: 2 bids - Item Sold!







Description

Enjoy a wonderful trip to Lousiana's beautiful plantation homes. This package includes a certificate for two (2) to tour Laura Plantation, certificate for four (4) and complimentary mint juleps at Oak Alley Plantation, certificate for a one-night stay at the Inn at Houmas House plus two (2) guided tours and breakfast, certificate for two to tour Beauregard-Keyes House (includes a vintage copy of a Frances Parkinson Keyes novel), certificate for family to tour Hermann-Grima + Gallier Historic Homes, a certificate for breakfast and tour for two (2) at The Degas House, and a complimentary one (1) year family level membership to Longue Vue House and Gardens.


 Package includes:



  • Laura Plantation: Certificate for two (2) adult admissions. Situated on River Road between Baton Rouge and New Orleans, the Laura Plantation complex is located just upriver from the West Bank community of Vacherie.  Valid thru 4/27/16.

  • Oak Alley Plantation: Certificate for complimentary admission of four (4) guests to the historic plantation. Includes a guided tour of the Big House, self guided tour of the historic grounds, and complimentary mint juleps or lemonade.  Valid thru 4/27/16.

  • Houmas House: Certificate for a magical one-night stay in a Single King Cottage Room at the Inn at Houmas House, located on the grounds of Houmas House Plantation for two (2) guests. Package includes guided tours of Houmas House Mansion & a special Plantation Breakfast for two (2) served in the Carriage House Restaurant. Certificate does not include cost of taxes or gratuities. Valid thru 4/30/16.

  • Beauregard-Keyes House: Certificate for admission of two (2) to tour Beauregard-Keyes House & a novel by Frances Parkinson Keyes. 

  • Hermann-Grima/Gallier Historic Houses: Certificate for complimentary family admission to tour Hermann-Grima + Gallier Historic Homes. Valid thru 4/27/16.

  • Degas House: Certificate good for two (2) adults to enjoy a Pre-Impressionist Creole Tour and a Creole breakfast at this fascinating property. Tour includes a viewing of the award winning documentary, Degas in New Orleans, A Creole Sojourn, a guided tour throughout the house by Edgar Degas' great grand-niece(s), a self guided Timeline of the Life of Degas, and breakfast.

  • Longue Vue House and Gardens: 1-year family level membership to this beautiful House and Gardens. Receieve membership benefits for all household members including, free admission to Longue Vue during regular hours, 15% discount at The Shop, free admission to reciprocal gardens worldwide and more. 

Special Instructions

Present letter/gift certificate upon arrival. Certificates are not redeemable for cash value. Not transferable. Not valid after expiration date. Call ahead for advanced reservations and availability. Reservations are based on availability. No special events. 


 


Winning bidder is responsible for any and all shipping costs.  Local pick up is available at 822 Camp Street, New Orleans, LA.


 


Tipitina's Foundation reserves the right to resell item to next highest bidder or reuse item in next year's auction if item is not paid for, picked up, and/or arranged for shipping within 30 days of end of auction. 


 

Donated by

Houmas House Plantation & Gardens
Laura: A Creole Plantation
Oak Alley Foundation
Degas House
Longue Vue House and Gardens
Beauregard-Keyes House
Hermann-Grima + Gallier Historic Houses