5-Day New Orleans Jazz & Culture Adventure

Day 1

Birmingham - London - Orlando - New Orleans

Journey to New Orleans - Travel Day

Birmingham Airport - Departure - London Gatwick Airport - International Check-in - Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport - Arrival - Wyndham New Orleans French Quarter - Late Night Check-in

Day 2

French Quarter

French Quarter Immersion & Jazz Introduction

Day 3

French Quarter - Garden District

Cultural Heritage & Garden District Exploration

Wyndham New Orleans - Morning Wake Up - Cafe Beignet Royal Street - Breakfast Delights - 1850 House Museum - Antebellum Life Revealed - New Orleans Pharmacy Museum - Medical Curiosities - Johnny's Po-Boys - Legendary Lunch - Canal Street Streetcar Station - Garden District - Mansion Walking Tour - District Donuts Sliders Brew - Sweet Break - St. Charles Streetcar Return - Creole House Restaurant - Authentic Dinner - Fritzel's European Jazz Bar - Evening Jazz

Day 4

French Quarter - Marigny - Treme

Jazz Heritage & Musical Legacy - Grand Finale

Day 5

New Orleans - Orlando - London - Birmingham

Farewell New Orleans - Return Journey Home

Wyndham New Orleans - Early Morning Checkout - Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport - Orlando International Airport - Layover - London Gatwick Airport - Arrival & Transit - Birmingham New Street Station - Journey's End

Day 1

Dec 14

Birmingham - London - Orlando - New Orleans

Journey to New Orleans - Travel Day

Your adventure begins with a morning departure from Birmingham, connecting through London Gatwick for your transatlantic flight to New Orleans. With comfortable layover times and modern Boeing 787 aircraft, you'll arrive in the vibrant Crescent City by evening, ready to check into your French Quarter hotel and get your first taste of New Orleans atmosphere.

😎

Relaxed

Pace Level

USD 785

Estimated Cost

Land at Birmingham Airport - Departure

227.34km, 3 hours 32 mins

Land at London Gatwick Airport - International Check-in

4800km, 14 hours 40 mins

Land at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport - Arrival

25.86km, 25 mins

Suggested check-in23:45(8 hours 15 mins)

Day 2

French Quarter

French Quarter Immersion & Jazz Introduction

Begin your New Orleans adventure in the iconic French Quarter. Start with morning beignets at the legendary Cafe Du Monde, explore Jackson Square and St. Louis Cathedral, wander through the historic French Market, and discover galleries along Royal Street. Evening introduction to the New Orleans jazz scene with dinner at authentic Creole restaurants and live music at traditional jazz clubs.

💧

Moderate

Pace Level

GBP 120

Estimated Cost

Day 3

Dec 16

French Quarter - Garden District

Cultural Heritage & Garden District Exploration

Dive deeper into New Orleans' rich cultural tapestry with museum visits focusing on Louisiana history and Mardi Gras traditions. Take the historic St. Charles streetcar to the elegant Garden District to admire antebellum mansions and Lafayette Cemetery. Experience authentic Creole dining and explore the balance between historic preservation and living culture.

💧

Moderate

Pace Level

USD 189

Estimated Cost

Return to Wyndham New Orleans - Morning Wake Up

280m, 4 mins

230m, 4 mins

Enjoy foods for45 mins(08:45 - 09:30)

670m, 10 mins

Enjoy fun for1 hour(10:00 - 11:00)

Tips: Look up at the cast-iron balconies as you enter - the initials 'AP' (Almonester-Pontalba) are woven into the ironwork design, a subtle signature of the Baroness!

340m, 5 mins

Enjoy fun for50 mins(11:15 - 12:05)

Tips: Don't miss the voodoo pharmacy section in the courtyard - it reveals the intersection of traditional medicine and spiritual practices in New Orleans culture!

130m, 2 mins

Enjoy foods for50 mins(12:30 - 13:20)

300m, 7 mins

Enjoy fun for10 mins(13:30 - 13:40)

Tips: Have exact change ready ($1.25) or buy a Jazzy Pass ($3 for unlimited day rides) if you plan multiple trips. Sit on the right side heading uptown for the best mansion views!

3.2km, 20 mins

Enjoy fun for2 hours(14:00 - 16:00)

Tips: Must-see streets: Prytania St, First St, Third St, and Coliseum St. Look for Anne Rice's former home at 1239 First Street (the famous vampire novelist lived here). December means beautiful holiday decorations on many homes!

840m, 12 mins

Enjoy foods for30 mins(16:15 - 16:45)

200m, 5 mins

Enjoy fun for25 mins(17:00 - 17:25)

Tips: Keep your receipt or Jazzy Pass handy! If you bought the day pass earlier, this ride is already covered.

3.2km, 25 mins

Enjoy foods for1 hour 15 mins(19:30 - 20:45)

1.08km, 16 mins

Enjoy fun for1 hour 30 mins(21:15 - 22:45)

Tips: Tuesday nights often feature especially talented local musicians. Buy a drink to support the venue, and don't forget to tip the band generously ($5-10) - that's how they earn their living!

800m, 12 mins

Day 4

French Quarter - Marigny - Treme

Jazz Heritage & Musical Legacy - Grand Finale

Your final full day immerses you in New Orleans' unparalleled musical heritage. From the birthplace of jazz at Congo Square to legendary performance venues, experience the sounds that made this city famous. Visit museums dedicated to jazz history, explore iconic music landmarks, savor authentic po-boys at legendary local spots, and culminate with premium live jazz performances. This is your grand finale celebrating the soul of New Orleans.

💧

Moderate

Pace Level

USD 200

Estimated Cost

Day 5

Dec 18

New Orleans - Orlando - London - Birmingham

Farewell New Orleans - Return Journey Home

Your final day begins in the pre-dawn hours as you bid farewell to the Crescent City. After an unforgettable 3-day immersion in jazz, cuisine, and culture, you'll depart early morning for your journey home via Orlando and London, arriving back in Birmingham by evening with memories to last a lifetime.

😎

Relaxed

Pace Level

USD 630

Estimated Cost

Return to Wyndham New Orleans - Early Morning Checkout

24.23km, 22 mins

Land at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport

540km, 1 hour 45 mins

Land at Orlando International Airport - Layover

4346km, 8 hours 5 mins

Land at London Gatwick Airport - Arrival & Transit

185km, 2 hours 15 mins

Enjoy fun for15 mins(13:45 - 14:00)

Tips: You'll be tired - totally normal after international travel! Unpack, do laundry, share photos with friends. Consider journaling about your favorite moments while they're fresh. Check your bank statements for any unexpected charges. Most importantly: start dreaming about your next adventure!