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Experience New Orleans from the best seat in the city, on a cruise along the Mississippi River. Upgrade your experience with an optional dinner buffet and savor the flavors of the Big Easy.
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Live guidingEnglish
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Duration2 hours
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Includes
- 2-Hour Sightseeing Cruise
- optional) Creole Dinner Buffet, meals prepared fresh onboard
- Cocktail, beer, and wine options are available for purchase onboard
- Detailed narration of the rich history of New Orleans
- Captivating views of the city and the Mighty Mississippi River
- Indoor and outdoor seating
- Featuring live New Orleans swing style music by the Grammy-nominated Dukes of Dixieland Jazz band
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Parking
- Gratuities (optional)
Highlights
- 2-Hour Sightseeing Cruise on the Mississippi River
- Live Jazz by the Grammy-nominated Dukes of Dixieland
- Photo Ops Galore
- Live Captain's Narration
- Seasonal Cocktail Menu with Full Service Bars on Every Deck
Description
Welcome aboard the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS!
The Steamboat NATCHEZ is taking some time off, but her sister vessel, the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS will be taking her place. You’ll get the same authentic riverboat experience of a leisurely, two-hour cruise on the mighty Mississippi, enjoying traditional live jazz, craft cocktails, and all the beautiful New Orleans sites, while also exploring the newly renovated riverboat. Make sure you check out all four decks - the top deck view is a sight to see!
Here is a bit more about the NATCHEZ for when she returns:
The Steamboat NATCHEZ decks, engine room, and bars will be open for your enjoyment either before or after dinner depending upon your seating time. Included in the Dinner Jazz ticket price is the cruise, Creole Dinner Buffet, and entertainment by the Dukes of Dixieland. **Gratuities and alcoholic beverages are not included in the ticket price.**
Step aboard one of last authentic steam-powered sternwheelers for a memorable cruise around New Orleans on the Mississippi River. Hear stories of the Big Easy's rich history, sit back, relax and enjoy the New Orleans atmosphere as the smooth jazz of the world-acclaimed Dukes of Dixieland fills your ears. This 2-hour cruise from the heart of the French Quarter will take you along the graceful Mississippi River.
(Optional) Creole Dinner Buffet Menu
Tossed Salad Du Jour -A tossed green leaf salad prepared nightly with fresh ingredients and served family style
Chicken and Sausage Gumbo
Top Round - Certified Angus beef, carved to order. Served with complimentary sauces
Bayou Seafood Pasta -Shrimp and crab tossed in a white wine and garlic parmesan cream sauce
Louisiana Fried Chicken Thighs
Crawfish Etouffee -A rich crawfish stew atop a bed of rice
Herb Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Corn Maque Choux
Creole Creamed Spinach - Spinach with mozzarella, parmesan, and cream cheese
New Orleans Bread Pudding - Souffle of local Leidenheimer French bread in a rich custard with Chef’s Choice of decadent sauce
Assorted Dinner Rolls
Community Coffee and Iced Tea Included
Menu items are subject to change by season and availability. We serve primarily Louisiana and domestic seafood but may, at times, use imported crawfish and fish.
- Boarding begins 1-hour before departure.
- Menu items are subject to change and availability.
- The Steamboat NATCHEZ is currently taking some time off, but her sister vessel will be taking her place. You’ll get the same authentic riverboat experience of a leisurely cruise on the mighty Mississippi River!
Evening Jazz Cruise without Dinner
Evening Jazz Cruise with First Dinner Seating
Evening Jazz Cruise with Second Dinner Seating
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Adults13-99 years
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Children6-12 years
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Infants0-5 years
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