Plantation Tour with Lunch & Private Large Airboat

Venture into the heart of Louisiana’s diverse landscapes with Premium Tours’ unique Plantation Tour with Lunch & Private Large Airboat experience. Centered around the historic Oak Alley Plantation, just an hour’s drive from New Orleans, this full-day adventure combines Southern history with the electric thrill of swamp life. Oak Alley is renowned for its mile-long avenue of towering live oak trees, each draped in Spanish moss, guiding visitors to the antebellum Big House built in the mid-1800s.

Walking through the plantation's carefully preserved rooms offers a window into the lives of those who lived and worked here, set against the backdrop of the mighty Mississippi River’s fertile floodplain. After soaking in the cultural depth of Oak Alley, guests sit down to a curated three-course meal inside the plantation’s elegant restaurant. Options like gumbo, étouffée, and red beans pay homage to Louisiana’s Creole and Cajun culinary traditions, while classic breads and desserts such as bread pudding or pecan pie provide rich, comforting finishes.

The afternoon elevates the day’s tempo as travelers embark on a private airboat ride deep into the nearby swamps. These vast wetlands teem with cypress knees, sprawling moss, and abundant wildlife—think elusive alligators, wading birds, and vibrant flora unique to Louisiana’s bayous. Cruising these waters on a large, private airboat offers an intimate, high-speed encounter with the ecosystem that shapes southern Louisiana’s identity.

Premium Tours’ seamless blend of history, cuisine, and outdoor adventure encapsulates the spirit of this region unlike any other offering. From the polished floors of Oak Alley to the exhilarating rush over swamp waters, this tour is a dynamic way to experience New Orleans’ complexities while savoring every moment.