Steamboat Natchez Harbor Cruise provided by Gray Line
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Overview
Travel like the residents of New Orleans did decades ago when you step aboard the historic Natchez steamboat on this Mississippi River cruise. After you depart from Natchez Harbor, listen to entertaining commentary on the sights that pass by as you stroll the expansive deck, enjoy live jazz music in the main dining area, and check out the churning paddle wheel in action. Upgrade to include a lunch buffet.
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Gray Line New Orleans
400 Toulouse St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USAThe tour begins at the Gray Line “Lighthouse” ticket office at Toulouse St. and the Mississippi River (at the Steamboat Natchez Dock), just one block from Jackson Square in the French Quarter.
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- 1Steamboat NATCHEZStop: 2 hours - Admission includedSee details
- 2Mississippi RiverStop: 2 hours -See details
You'll end at
Gray Line New Orleans
400 Toulouse St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USAThe tour begins at the Gray Line “Lighthouse” ticket office at Toulouse St. and the Mississippi River (at the Steamboat Natchez Dock), just one block from Jackson Square in the French Quarter.
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Highlights
- Ride an historic steamboat on the Mississippi River
- Book ahead to guarantee your spot on this popular river cruise
- Listen to informative commentary from the captain
- Upgrade to include a traditional New Orleans lunch buffet
- Listen to live jazz music as you watch the scenery pass
What to Expect
Choose a morning or afternoon departure time at booking, and then make your way to New Orleans’ French Quarter on the day of your trip to exchange your voucher for tickets at the kiosk at Toulouse Street.
Once on board, explore the historic boat's vintage accents, such as the period decorations and the museum-quality engine room. Stroll the decks to take in the Mississippi River scenery and views of the city of New Orleans passing by. For the journey out, find a seat indoors to listen to live jazz in the main dining area, or opt to sit outside for narration on passing historic sites, such as Chalmette Battlefield. The return journey features music throughout the boat.
If you opt to upgrade to the lunch option, your journey includes a buffet lunch, made up of traditional New Orleans fare.
End up back at your original starting point, with plenty of time left in the day to continue exploring the French Quarter or beyond.
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Important Information
Departure Point
Gray Line New Orleans, 400 Toulouse St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Duration
2h
Return Details
Returns to original departure point
Inclusions
- 2 Hour Paddlewheel Cruise
- Live Commentary Onboard
- Live Jazz Music
- Creole Lunch Buffet (if option selected)
- Local Taxes
- Entry/Admission - Steamboat NATCHEZ
Exclusions
- Gratuities
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Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- The Steamboat NATCHEZ cruises rain or shine.
- Please Note: The Steamboat NATCHEZ will be out of service January 21 - February 15, 2019 for her yearly Coast Guard inspections and general maintenance. All cruises during this time will take place on her sister vessel - the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS.
- In order to help preserve the French Quarter from vehicular traffic, it is requested that you please walk, if possible, to the convenient tour departure point - just a short stroll from most downtown hotels.
- The Steamboat NATCHEZ is handicap accessible. However, access to the top & bottom decks are by stairs only. Please call us with any questions before finalizing your plans if you have questions on access or personal equipment.
- Cruise is suitable for wheelchairs, but restrooms stalls are not wide enough to accommodate and there are no elevators on board.
- Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travellers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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We cruised on Monday March 15. Food was good. The line for the buffet moved fast. The loud speaker was not the best so it was very difficult to hear and understand what was being said. Was kind of expecting to see more of the Mississippi River then just the harbour but what can…
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Date of experience: March 2020
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Response from AdrienneGLNOSC, Guest Relations Manager at Steamboat Natchez Harbor Cruise
Responded 5 days ago
Thank you for wonderful review of the Sunday Brunch. And just a FYI - the speaker system statement was sent on to our Captains after your comment.
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This was such a fun cruise. It was very informative and there were so many seats to choose from. I also loved the store and the fully stocked bar if you do not need to eat. This was recommended to me by someone who lived in New Orleans and I am so glad I did it!
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Date of experience: March 2020
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On March 12, 2020, we took a very enjoyable 2-hour lunch cruise on the Steamboat Natchez. The Mississippi River cruise featured pleasant weather, different views of New Orleans and environs, interesting narration, a good Creole lunch and an entertaining live jazz performance.
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Date of experience: March 2020
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Response from AdrienneGLNOSC, Guest Relations Manager at Steamboat Natchez Harbor Cruise
Responded 5 days ago
We are delighted to hear from you. We hope you will return again when life settles down for all of us!
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We booked a dinner/jazz cruise on February 16, 2020 for a March 18, 2020 evening in New Orleans. The cruise was cancelled prior to our departure for the Covid19 Virus outbreak which is understandable. We went to the Steamboat 2 days before the departure when we found out the…
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Date of experience: March 2020
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Response from AdrienneGLNOSC, Guest Relations Manager at Steamboat Natchez Harbor Cruise
Responded 1 week ago
Our very limited staff, due to the virus, is trying to address these issues. You can imagine the amount to be addressed! If you purchased through an on-line company you may wish to contact them directly. If you bought directly through our office please send an email with the details of your reservation to tours@glnosc.com
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We really liked the trip on the steam boat! We went for the dinner cruise! Our waitress was very nice, we had the first sitting and we kind of felt rushed. We got our dinner and it was very tasty! And the dessert bread pudding was very good! The boat ride was very informative.…
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Response from AdrienneGLNOSC, Guest Relations Manager at Steamboat Natchez Harbor Cruise
Responded 1 week ago
Thanks for the great review. We hope you visit again and consider our Jazz Brunch.
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