New Orleans to Baton Rouge Return – BD1215
New Orleans to Baton Rouge Return – BD1215
The New Orleans to Baton Rouge Return cruise will show you the highlights of the Mississippi. Start and finish in New Orleans, a melting pot of French, African, and American culture. Here you can enjoy exclusive access to its vibrant music scene and the best in Cajun and Creole cuisine.
Travel to the magnificent Houmas House Plantation and enjoy its beautiful gardens and unique collection of Louisiana art. Be greeted with colorful Mardi Gras beads in Baton Rouge, before taking a one-of-a-kind guided tour through this fascinating city. Sip a cool Mint Julep on the west lawn of the Oak Alley Plantation in 19th-century fashion.
Visit:
New Orleans, Houmas House, Baton Rouge, Oak Alley, New Orleans
COUNTRIES:
WATERWAYS:
4 NIGHT CRUISE
On our New Orleans to Baton Rouge Return Cruise you will enjoy an extensive lineup of included excursions. The paid excursion and the Signature excursions need to be booked 30 days in advance.
Itinerary ~ New Orleans to Baton Rouge Return
Pre Cruise
Complimentary Package
The New Orleans to St. Paul River Cruise comes complete with a Complimentary Pre-Cruise Package, providing you with a seamless way to board the ship and explore the local area. Arrive the day before your scheduled cruise date and we will handle the rest.
A premium hotel is included, where you can enjoy the city at your leisure. On the morning of the cruise, meet in the hotel lobby after breakfast and we will transport you to the ship to begin your cruise. All luggage will be brought directly from the hotel and placed in your stateroom aboard the ship.
Pre-Cruise Packages must be reserved at least 30 days before your cruise date.
1st Day
New Orleans, LA
The birthplace of Jazz! There is something for everyone in this historic city where art and culture prevail. The open-air artist colony proudly displays local works on the iron fence in Jackson Square, while the city’s 45 museums carefully preserve its past. Consider staying an extra day or night to enjoy this lively city.
2nd Day
Oak Alley, LA
Once serving as an antebellum sugar cane plantation, Oak Alley Plantation is rightfully named after its most distinguishing feature, a canopy of 300-year-old oak trees that form a quarter-mile path leading to the Mississippi River. Restored to its 19th-century grandeur, this classic Greek Revival-style antebellum mansion is simply breathtaking.
Excursions:
- Oak Alley Plantation - Complimentary Excursion
3rd Day
Houmas House, LA
The historic Houmas House takes you back to the pre-Civil War era of stately mansions and expansive plantations. Featuring over 38 acres of lush gardens, ponds, and ancient oak trees, this shore excursion is rich in beauty and history. Enduring floods, war, and the Great Depression, Houmas House underwent a renovation in 1940 and today offers a detailed look into the legacy of the South.
Excursions:
- Houmas House & Plantation - Complimentary Excursion
4th Day
Baton Rouge, LA
Experience the wonder of Baton Rouge, Louisiana's capital, and one of the most historic and unforgettable cities in the South. Known as the Red Stick, Baton Rouge has everything you would expect to find in a state capital, but with a down-home flavor that is part of its charm.
Excursions:
- Battle of Baton Rouge - Complimentary Excursion
- New Orleans to St. Paul River Cruise - Complete Mississippi
- Spirits Tour & Tasting
- Louisiana Art & Science Museum - Complimentary Excursion
- Cajun Pride Swamp Excursion
- USS Kidd
- City Exploration - Complimentary Excursion
5th Day
New Orleans, LA
The last day of your New Orleans to Baton Rouge Return. Welcome back to New Orleans, the birthplace of jazz, and where art and culture abound around every corner of this unique city. The open-air artist colony proudly displays local works on the iron fence in Jackson Square, while the city’s 45 museums carefully preserve its rich history. Stay an extra day or even a few nights to enjoy the famed French Quarter.
Excursions:
- New Orleans City Excursion
Pricing ~ New Orleans to Baton Rouge Return
2020
2021/2022
| Embarkation | New Orleans to Baton Rouge Cruise BD1215 From - To | Days | Ship Name | Single - No Balcony | Single | A - No Balcony | AAR | AAL | AAC | AAM | Veranda Suite | Owers Suite | Grand Suite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul-25 | New Orleans, LA - Return | 5 | America | 3,050 | 3,370 | 2,375 | 2,685 | 2,915 | 3,061 | 3,280 | - | 3,955 | - |
| Jul-26 | New Orleans, LA - Return | 5 | American Harmony | - | 3,600 | - | 2,865 | 3,115 | 3,265 | 3,505 | 3,895 | 4,225 | 5,070 |
| Jul-29 | New Orleans, LA - Return | 5 | America | 3,050 | 3,370 | 2,375 | 2,685 | 2,915 | 3,061 | 3,280 | - | 3,955 | - |
| Aug-02 | New Orleans, LA - Return | 5 | America | 2,250 | 2,570 | 1,975 | 2,285 | 2,515 | 2,661 | 2,880 | - | 3,555 | - |
| Aug-06 | New Orleans, LA - Return | 5 | America | 2,250 | 2,570 | 1,975 | 2,285 | 2,515 | 2,661 | 2,880 | - | 3,555 | - |
| Nov-08 | New Orleans, LA - Return | 5 | America | 2,840 | 3,140 | 2,215 | 2,500 | 2,720 | 2,850 | 3,060 | - | 3,685 | - |
| Nov-12 | New Orleans, LA - Return | 5 | America | 2,840 | 3,140 | 2,215 | 2,500 | 2,720 | 2,850 | 3,060 | - | 3,685 | - |
| Nov-13 | New Orleans, LA - Return | 5 | American Harmony | - | 3,830 | - | 3,050 | 3,315 | 3,475 | 3,730 | 4,145 | 4,495 | 5,395 |
| Nov-16 | New Orleans, LA - Return | 5 | America | 2,240 | 2,540 | 1,915 | 2,200 | 2,420 | 2,550 | 2,760 | - | 3,385 | - |
| Nov-20 | New Orleans, LA - Return | 5 | America | 2,240 | 2,540 | 1,915 | 2,200 | 2,420 | 2,550 | 2,760 | - | 3,385 | - |
| Nov-24 | New Orleans, LA - Return | 5 | America | 2,840 | 3,140 | 2,215 | 2,500 | 2,720 | 2,850 | 3,060 | - | 3,685 | - |
Price Per Person in USD
Promotions:
We are authorized to offer all official American Cruise Lines discounts. No two promotions can be combined. promotions may vary and need to be confirmed before booking.
Departure Times:
Cruises depart at 1:30 p.m. or earlier if all passengers have arrived. Passengers may board after 11:30 a.m. Crew members will carry your luggage to your stateroom. Passengers are recommended to arrive no later than 12:30 p.m
Shore Excursions:
Every American Cruise Lines shore excursion falls into one of three categories: 1) FEATURED shore excursions are complimentary. Featured excursions are selected excursions which typically are offered daily on Columbia & Snake River, Mississippi River, and Alaska Cruises. 2) PREMIUM shore excursions typically cost between $20 and $70 and may be purchased on board with your Hotel Manager. 3) SIGNATURE shore excursions are particularly unique excursions with limited availability and which often cost more than $70. We recommend that you reserve these excursions in advance with your Cruise Specialist.
Single Occupancy:
Single cabins are available on all ships. If one person chooses to occupy a double stateroom he/she will be charged 150% or 175% of the double occupancy rate depending on the type of stateroom occupied.
Deposits and Payments:
A deposit of $500.00 per person is required to confirm any reservation on trips of 9 nights or less, and a deposit of $900.00 per person is required to confirm any reservation on trips of 10 nights or more. Final payment is due 90 days prior to the sailing date. Any Reservation made within 90 days of the departure date must be accompanied by full payment and is subject to Cancellation Terms.
What to Bring:
Casual sportswear is suggested during the day. Casual country club attire is recommended in the evenings and for dinner. Comfortable walking shoes, windbreaker, sweater for cool evenings, and light rainwear are also recommended items.
Included ~ New Orleans to Baton Rouge Return
SPACIOUS STATEROOMS
- Spacious staterooms, the largest on any cruise ship
- Full-size private bathrooms with a full set of amenities
- Private balconies
- Flat screen TV/ DVD Player
- Sliding glass balcony doors offer panoramic views
- Twice daily stateroom service
- Open picture windows
FOOD & BEVERAGE
- Grand dining room accommodates all guests together
- Afternoon tea service in the sky lounge
- Breakfast room service
- Complimentary cocktail hour each evening
- Culinary program featuring locally sourced ingredients
- A well stocked snack and beverage area
AN ARRAY OF AMENITIES
- Wi-fi
- Elevator access to all decks of the ship
- Many lounges offer an atmosphere for every mood
- Grand dining room accommodates all guests together
- Environmentally friendly ships
- Putting green on the top deck
- The newest fleet of ships
- Built in the USA
- All-american crew
- Fitness Center
- Sun Deck with lounge chairs and tables
EXPLORATION & ENTERTAINMENT
- Evening entertainment focuses on music and history
- Onboard historians and naturalists
- Unique onshore excursions
- Historic landmarks
- Ideal viewing locations
Blue Danube Holidays is a certified American Cruise Lines Distributor
Gallery ~ New Orleans to Baton Rouge Return
Ships ~ New Orleans to Baton Rouge Return
American Harmony
With a capacity of just 190 guests, American Harmony has the modern amenities and contemporary styling that today’s traveler has come to expect. Featured are expansive lounges with large glass windows, offering astounding views. This new ship also features a five-story, glass-enclosed atrium with a large domed skylight, which serves as the central gathering point for the entire ship.
Our new suite design allows for unprecedented comfort while traveling, beginning with the new Grand Suites featuring 800 square feet of private space. These spacious suites include two glass walls and a wraparound private balcony. Complimentary room service during select mealtimes is available for every stateroom, but the Grand Suites offer ample space to host small cocktail parties or private dinner events.
American Melody
Featuring panoramic views throughout, including an impressive four-story glass atrium in the center of the ship. Ranging from 250 to 650 square feet, all of the spacious staterooms feature full-size bathrooms, roomy closets, and private balconies where you can enjoy daily breakfast room service. She offers the Back Porch Café for casual dining, an option that has been very popular with our guests.
The new ship also features many spacious lounges, where you can share the day’s adventures with fellow guests, as well as an onboard fitness center and yoga studio.
America
The America is one of the finest paddlewheeler ever built, introducing features never before seen on the Mississippi.
America embodies a casual ambiance and relaxed atmosphere while providing panoramic views of the passing scenery. With only 185 guests, fellow guests will quickly become new friends.
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