Guest & Attendee Activities

The SASHTO Conference Planning Committee is excited to offer a variety of tours available for attendees and guests. Please see the descriptions below.

You can register for all tours by visiting www.regonline.com/sashto2014tours

Saturday, August 23, 2014
Moonlight on the Mississippi - 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM - $105.00 per person
Don't just behold the Mighty Mississippi from the riverbanks. Join us aboard only one of 5 steam powered riverboats left on this majestic river. This paddle-wheeler will take you on a journey down river past the New Orleans French Quarter along the same waterway that roughly half of America's imports and exports travel each day. Dine on a wonderful Creole-Cajun buffet on board. A licensed guide will escort you to and from the hotel. You will be walking, so dress comfortably. The river has a breeze most nights.

You can register for all tours by visiting www.regonline.com/sashto2014tours



Sunday, August 24, 2014
Stroll the French Quarter - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - $40.00 per person
You will be taken by a licensed guide through the historic French Quarter to learn about how New Orleans was founded, where the basis of our architecture comes from, and how the city has played a large role in many historic events that shaped history.

New Orleans by Water - 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM - $65.00 per person
Cruise down one of the country's busiest ports on this paddle-wheeler as it chugs along the Mighty Mississippi River. Pass the French Quarter and other points of interest on-board one of 5 paddle-wheeled boats left on the River. A Creole-Cajun buffet lunch will be provided on board during your cruise. A licensed guide will escort you to and from the hotel. You will be walking, so dress comfortably.

You can register for all tours by visiting www.regonline.com/sashto2014tours



Monday, August 25, 2014
Garden District Grandeur - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM - $95.00 per person
The Garden District, or American Sector, has some of the most magnificent houses and lush gardens in the country. Come with us as we explore the residential streets shaded by live oaks. See the Victorian turrets and cupolas rising from wide lawns. Tour the inside and have lunch in one of these majestic homes.

Gourmet Tour of the French Quarter - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM - $65.00 per person
Let our Gourmet licensed guide escort you through the French Quarter, sampling food and sweets from at least 3 different locations while you hear history about New Orleans' culture and love of food. This is strictly a walking tour. Please dress comfortably.

You can register for all tours by visiting www.regonline.com/sashto2014tours



Tuesday, August 26, 2014

Cookin' Creole Class - 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM - $58.00 per person
Cooking Creole is still one of the hottest rages in the country. This tour brings you comedy and an understanding of creole cooking. The chef will demonstrate how to prepare several delicacies such as jambalaya and bread pudding while explaining the history that goes along with each dish. Lunch is provided along with recipes from the chef. A licensed guide will escort you from the hotel and back. You will be walking so dress comfortably.

You can register for all tours by visiting www.regonline.com/sashto2014tours