Depart New Orleans
Board your motorcoach in the New Orleans area for a comfortable ride to Baton Rouge.
Step into the magic of the season with a delightful evening that begins at the local favorite TJ Ribs, where you will enjoy a hearty Southern BBQ dinner. Then make your way to LSU's Rural Life Museum and the enchanting Windrush Gardens — a wonderland of thousands of twinkling lights where every path glows with festive charm. It is a joyful blend of Louisiana flavor, community spirit, and pure holiday cheer.
Tour Highlights
- Included dinner at TJ Ribs — Baton Rouge's beloved Southern BBQ institution
- Admission to Windrush Gardens at LSU's Rural Life Museum
- Thousands of twinkling lights illuminating garden paths and trees
- A magical Louisiana holiday atmosphere unlike any other
- Roundtrip motorcoach transportation from New Orleans
- Professional tour director throughout
Day by Day
Dinner at TJ Ribs
Enjoy an included dinner at TJ Ribs — one of Baton Rouge's most beloved BBQ restaurants. A hearty Southern meal to fuel the festive evening ahead.
Windrush Gardens — Louisiana Lights
Step into the magic at LSU's Rural Life Museum and Windrush Gardens, transformed for the holiday season into a breathtaking wonderland of thousands of twinkling lights. Wander the glowing garden paths and soak in the pure holiday spirit of Louisiana.
Return to New Orleans
Board your motorcoach for the return ride to New Orleans, arriving back with hearts full of holiday cheer.
What's Included
Included
- Roundtrip motorcoach transportation
- Dinner at TJ Ribs
- Admission to Windrush Gardens — Louisiana Lights
- Professional tour director
Not Included
- Additional food and beverages
- Personal purchases and souvenirs
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Windrush Gardens?
Windrush Gardens is a beautiful historic garden at LSU's Rural Life Museum in Baton Rouge. During Louisiana Lights each December, the gardens are transformed with thousands of twinkling lights — one of the most beautiful holiday experiences in South Louisiana.
What time does the evening end?
Exact timing confirmed upon booking. This is an evening event and we anticipate returning to the New Orleans area by late evening.
Where does the motorcoach depart from?
Pickup location and departure time confirmed upon booking. We depart from and return to the New Orleans area.