Day 1 – Wednesday / Arrival & Street Photography
• Arrival and hotel check-in at the French Quarter.
• Street photography session exploring Bourbon, Royal, and Chartres Streets.
• Welcome Dinner at Antoine’s Restaurant (1840).
Day 2 – Thursday / Plantations & Steamboat
• Morning drive to Oak Alley Plantation and iconic Oak Avenue
• Lunch at Oak Alley Cafe
• Return to hotel. Afternoon at leisure.
• Early dinner.
• Steamboat Natchez Sunset Cruise – departs at 7:00 PM; city skyline and Mississippi River at golden hour.
Day 3 – Friday / Swamp & Cemetery
• Morning Swamp Tour – wildlife, Cajun culture, and reflections on the bayou.
• Afternoon photography at St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 – historic above-ground tombs, including the resting place of Marie Laveau.
• Dinner.
Day 4 – Saturday / Garden District & Mardi Gras World
• Morning ride on the St. Charles Streetcar through Garden District mansions and Lafayette Square.
• Lunch at Camellia Grill (classic New Orleans diner experience).
• Afternoon visit to Mardi Gras World Museum – floats, masks, and behind-the-scenes of Carnival.
• Dinner.
Day 5 – Sunday / French Quarter Deep Dive
• Morning walk along St. Ann Street and Jackson Square – architecture, artists, and street performers.
• Café life, candid scenes, and cultural storytelling throughout the day.
• Afternoon free time for personal projects or to revisit favorite locations.
• Farewell Dinner at Dorie’s (closing celebration).
Day 6 – Monday / Wrap-Up & Departure
• Morning session: Workshop recap, editing tips, and group image review.
• Breakfast.
• Departures and airport transfers.
Who Can Join
Open to all levels – from smartphone photographers to professionals.
What’s Included
• 6 nights hotel accommodation in the French Quarter
• All meals (from Welcome Dinner to Breakfast on the last day)
• Entrance fees to all listed locations and tours
• Guided photo walks, sunrise & sunset sessions, and location access
• Local guidance, photo coaching, and group review session
What’s Not Included
- Airfare or transportation to/from starting location
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal expenses
- Room service/incidentals
- Tips & gratuities
What to Bring
For DSLR/Mirrorless Users
• Camera body + lenses (wide, mid, tele)
• Tripod & ND filters
• Extra batteries & memory cards
For Mobile Photographers
• Smartphone with at least 3 GB of free space
• Portable power bank
• Small tripod/stabilizer
• Optional clip-on lenses
Clothing & Essentials
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Light jacket (mornings and evenings can be cool near the water)
• Sunscreen & insect repellent
• Hat & sunglasses
• Reusable water bottle
• Small backpack for daily outings
Additional Notes
• Locations are subject to change due to city events, street closures, or weather conditions.
