15 days in Louisiana Itinerary

Donaldsonville is a small city in and the parish seat of Ascension Parish in south Louisiana, United States, located along the River Road of the west bank of the Mississippi River. Start off your visit on the 6th (Mon): steep yourself in history at Madewood Plantation and then admire the natural beauty at Houmas House and Gardens. Keep things going the next day: contemplate the long history of Laura: Louisiana's Creole Heritage Site, then admire the landmark architecture of Oak Alley Plantation, and then steep yourself in history at Nottoway Plantation.

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Lyon, France to Donaldsonville is an approximately 17-hour combination of flight and car. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 7 hours traveling from Lyon to Donaldsonville. In March, Donaldsonville is somewhat warmer than Lyon - with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Lafayette.

Lafayette is a city located along the Vermilion River in southwestern Louisiana. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Lafayette: New Iberia (Shadows-on-the-Teche & Rip Van Winkle Gardens) and Baton Rouge (University Lake, Mike the Tiger's Habitat, &more). There's much more to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Martin, appreciate the extensive heritage of Vermilionville, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedral of St John the Evangelist, and admire the majestic nature at Longfellow Evangeline State Historic Site.

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Traveling by car from Donaldsonville to Lafayette takes 2 hours. In March in Lafayette, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 14°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Saint Francisville.

St. On the 12th (Sun), take in nature's colorful creations at Afton Villa Gardens, then contemplate the long history of Rosedown Plantation State Historic Site, then pause for some serene contemplation at St. Francisville United Methodist Church, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Grace Church of West Feliciana Parish.

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Traveling by car from Lafayette to Saint Francisville takes 1.5 hours. In March, plan for daily highs up to 26°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sun) so you can go by car to New Orleans.

Known for its Creole cuisine, rich musical tradition, and nearby swamps and plantations, New Orleans is one of the nation's oldest cities.

New Orleans is known for historic sites, nightlife, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: learn about all things military at The National WWII Museum, appreciate the extensive heritage of Jackson Square, go on a hair-raising tour with a ghost and vampire tour, and wander the streets of Garden District.

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Drive from Saint Francisville to New Orleans in 2 hours. Traveling from Saint Francisville in March, you will find days in New Orleans are slightly colder (19°C), and nights are a bit warmer (19°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Mon) early enough to fly back home.