{"product_id":"new-orleans-mardi-gras-whirlwind-february-5-7-2027","title":"New Orleans Mardi Gras Whirlwind | February 5–7, 2027","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eExperience the color, music, food, and unforgettable energy of \u003c\/span\u003eNew Orleans during Mardi Gras season\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003ewith BAM Travel Tours!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSpend a full day exploring the Big Easy your way. Wander through the French Quarter, grab warm beignets, listen to live jazz, enjoy authentic Cajun and Creole cuisine, shop, sightsee, and experience the excitement that makes Mardi Gras in New Orleans unlike anywhere else.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhether you're traveling with friends, family, your sweetheart, or solo, pack your bags for one unforgettable weekend with the BAMily!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMardi Gras. New Orleans. One Unforgettable Weekend.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eTrip Price \u0026amp; Dates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFebruary 5–7, 2027 | $275 per person\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eReserve your spot with just a $50 non-refundable deposit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eNote: Your deposit is applied toward your total trip price.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFinal Payment Deadline: December 15, 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat's Included in Your BAM Adventure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eYour weekend is about more than just getting to New Orleans — BAM takes care of the travel details so you can focus on enjoying the experience!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRound-trip motorcoach transportation — sit back, relax, and let us do the driving\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eA full day in New Orleans with the freedom to create your own itinerary and explore the city your way\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBAM Trip Digital Folder \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ewith your itinerary, destination guides, helpful resources \u0026amp; important trip details — everything you need right at your fingertips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBAM Travel Tours Host onboard throughout your journey to help keep everything organized and running smoothly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eProfessional motorcoach driver with gratuity already included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMorning freshen-up stop so you can change, freshen up, grab breakfast, and arrive ready for your New Orleans adventure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eComplimentary bottled water \u0026amp; snacks during scheduled rest stops\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eComfort stops throughout the journey for restrooms, stretching, snacks \u0026amp; meals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eElectrical outlets \u0026amp; Wi-Fi onboard (signal may vary)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMotorcoach seating is arranged to keep families \u0026amp; groups together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAnd one of our favorites — traveling with the BAMily!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eYou choose how to spend your day. Explore the French Quarter, catch Mardi Gras festivities, listen to live jazz, try famous New Orleans food, shop, sightsee, or build a day that's completely your own.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMeals, attractions, and personal expenses are not included unless specifically stated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eChoose Your Route \u0026amp; Boarding Location\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eRoute 1 | Friday, February 5, 2027\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e2:15 PM – Catlettsburg, KY (Flying J – 15236 KY-180, Catlettsburg, KY 41129)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e3:15 PM – Louisa, KY (Walmart – 275 Walton Dr., Louisa, KY 41230)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e5:00 PM – Pikeville, KY (Walmart – 254 Cassady Blvd., Pikeville, KY 41501)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e7:30 PM – Kingsport, TN (Tennessee Welcome Center – I-26, Mile Marker 5, Kingsport, TN 37664)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e9:30 PM – Knoxville, TN (TA Knoxville West – I-40 \u0026amp; I-75, Exit 369, 615 Watt Rd., Knoxville, TN 37932)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRoute 2 | Friday, February 5, 2027\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e5:30 PM – Lexington, KY (Cabela's – 1510 Conservation Way, Lexington, KY 40509)\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eTentative Trip Itinerary\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eYour complete BAM Trip Digital Folder will be emailed to the email address used when booking approximately 30 days before departure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFriday, February 5 — We're New Orleans Bound!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBoard the motorcoach at your selected location, get comfortable, watch a movie, meet the BAMily traveling with you, and settle in for your overnight journey to New Orleans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eScheduled comfort stops will be made throughout the night for restrooms, stretching, snacks, and meals when available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSaturday, February 6 — Mardi Gras in New Orleans!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eEarly Morning — Freshen-Up Stop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWe'll make an extended morning stop before arriving in New Orleans so you can change clothes, freshen up, grab breakfast, and get ready for an incredible day in the Big Easy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eApproximately 9:00 AM (CT) — Arrive in New Orleans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThen the day is YOURS!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eExplore the French Quarter, experience Mardi Gras festivities, listen to live music, shop, sightsee, sample incredible New Orleans food, or simply wander and soak up the atmosphere.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eYou choose how you want to experience New Orleans!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e10:00 PM (CT) — Meet Your BAM Host to Check In\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eComplete departure details will be provided in your BAM Trip Digital Folder.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSunday, February 7 — Return Home\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRelax and enjoy the overnight ride home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eScheduled comfort stops will be made throughout the return trip for restrooms, stretching, and food when available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eEstimated arrival times may vary based on traffic, weather, road conditions, and other travel factors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003ePlease Note: All itinerary times are approximate and subject to change. Your final trip details will be provided in your BAM Trip Digital Folder approximately 30 days before departure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBy booking, travelers acknowledge that they have read and agree to the BAM Travel Tours Terms \u0026amp; Conditions and FAQ policies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eNone of the Stress. 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