One of America's most culturally vibrant cruise departure ports. Board at the Erato Street Cruise Terminal (Carnival, Disney) or Julia Street Cruise Terminal (Norwegian, Royal Caribbean, American Cruise Lines), sail down the mighty Mississippi past historic plantations into the Gulf of Mexico, and enjoy world-class jazz and Creole dining before you embark.
Both terminals sit directly along the Mississippi River adjacent to the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, within walking distance of the historic Warehouse Arts District and minutes from the French Quarter.
We work directly with luxury cruise executive desks to guarantee your reservation receives priority stateroom allocation, dining table selections, and bespoke shore excursions.
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| New Orleans Cruise Vertical | Key Cruise Lines & Ships | Duration & Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Western Caribbean Ocean Voyages | Carnival (Valor & Liberty), Norwegian (Getaway), Disney, Royal Caribbean. | 4 to 7 Nights; Cozumel, Costa Maya, Roatan, Belize City, and Cayman Islands. |
| Mississippi River Luxury Cruises | American Cruise Lines, Viking River Cruises. | 7 to 14 Nights; Oak Alley Plantation, Natchez, Vicksburg, Memphis, and St. Louis. |
| Bahamas & Key West Getaways | Carnival Cruise Line, Norwegian Cruise Line. | 7 Nights; Key West, Nassau, Freeport, and private island resorts. |
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| Port Logistics Factor | Erato Street Terminal (Berth 1) | Julia Street Terminal (Berth 2) |
|---|---|---|
| Location | 1100 Port of New Orleans Place. | 920 Port of New Orleans Place. |
| Airport Transit (MSY) | 25 to 35 minutes from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY). | 25 to 35 minutes from MSY Airport. |
| 5-Star Pre/Post Hotel Partners | The Ritz-Carlton New Orleans (Canal St), Hotel Monteleone (French Quarter), Windsor Court. | Virtuoso VIP amenities: complimentary room upgrades, daily breakfast, and spa credits. |
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Founder & Master Cruise Counsellor (MCC)
"From private port wine estate dinners in the Douro Valley on Tauck's MS Andorinha to modern Mississippi riverboat cruises out of New Orleans, we personalize every luxury element."
Luxury & World Cruise Specialist
"Our clients love our end-to-end coordination. When booking American Cruise Lines or cruising from the French Quarter in New Orleans, we manage historic hotel stays, private jazz club tours, and exclusive shipboard amenities."
River & Domestic Cruise Specialist
"American Cruise Lines offers a sophisticated, 100% domestic luxury cruise experience with opening bow atriums, private balconies, and exceptional regional dining on American waterways."
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