Weekend in New Orleans
Explore New Orleans’ colorful neighborhoods, rich traditions and unforgettable local character.
Discover the Louisiana swamp and the magic of Mardi Gras with fellow au pairs.
Explore. Celebrate. Connect.
Discover the spirit of New Orleans — from the French Quarter and Garden District to its music, food and cultural traditions. Venture into Louisiana’s swamp on a Cajun Pride tour and go behind the scenes of the city’s famous celebration at Mardi Gras World.
Coming on your own? Meet your group, explore together and share the New Orleans experience from day one. Come on your own — leave with new friends and great memories!
What Your $409 Tour Fee Covers
Explore Louisiana’s bayou and swamp environment
Discover the artistry behind the city’s famous celebration
Share time with your group during the experience
Transportation while touring the city with your teacher
Airfare to/from New Orleans, accommodations and meals other than those listed are not included.
Tour Itinerary
June 17–19, 2027 · All times are Central time.
Welcome to New Orleans
Meet your group over a welcome lunch and get to know the other travelers before beginning your New Orleans experience. Depending on weather, traffic and local conditions, the group will begin exploring highlights such as the French Quarter and Bourbon Street, the Mississippi River, the Garden District and streetcar, and City Park with a stop at Café du Monde.
Explore New Orleans
Continue exploring New Orleans, visiting the remaining highlights and experiencing more of the city’s distinctive neighborhoods, culture and traditions.
Iconic New Orleans
On the final day, visit Mardi Gras World and head outside the city for a Cajun swamp tour.
Plans may change due to weather, time constraints, road closures or local events.
Experience New Orleans
Arrange Your Own Accommodations
Accommodations are not included with this tour experience. Based on feedback from au pairs, you may wish to consider:
- HI Hostel — 1028 Canal Street
- Madame Isabelle’s House in New Orleans — 1021 Kerlerec Street
- Quisby Hostel — 1225 St. Charles Avenue
Hostelworld is another resource for finding a place to stay. Learning Across America provides these resources for your consideration and does not recommend or endorse any particular property.
Important New Orleans Details
Does this trip offer education credit?
No. This is a tour-only travel experience and does not award education credit.
City Exploration Highlights
French Quarter (Jackson Square, Royal Street, French Market and the Mississippi River); Central Business District; Algiers Point; Armstrong Park/Congo Square; Lafayette Square; Café du Monde; City Park; New Orleans Museum of Art Sculpture Garden; St. Louis Cemetery No. 3; Bywater; Treme; Marigny/Frenchmen Street; Magazine Street; and the Garden District (Audubon Park, Loyola and Tulane Universities).
Your tour also includes admission to Cajun Pride Swamp Tour and Mardi Gras World.
Plans may change due to weather, time constraints, road closures or local events.
Tour Cancellation Policy
- 22 or more days before the tour: Full refund.
- 11–21 days before the tour: Refund less a $50 cancellation fee.
- 10 or fewer days before the tour: No refund.
To cancel, email Learning Across America. Your cancellation is not effective until you receive written confirmation from Learning Across America.
Booking Your Travel and Connecting with the Group
First sign up for the tour and receive your emailed confirmation. Once your place is confirmed, you may book your travel arrangements.
As the tour approaches, Learning Across America will send a WhatsApp group link so guests can communicate and discuss travel plans.
Ready for a Weekend in New Orleans?
Colorful neighborhoods, local traditions and new connections.
Reserve Your Spot
