Depart Montreal in the morning; most itineraries include one connection (typical total travel time ~4–6h including layover). Aim to arrive early afternoon so you maximize evening time on Bourbon Street.
Walk Bourbon Street and surrounding French Quarter to get your bearings — observe street performers, historic architecture, and lively bars; good time to pick favorite venues for later nights.
Start exploring Bourbon's iconic nightlife — visit Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop for history, then sample a few live-music rooms along the strip; many bars stay open late.
Iconic New Orleans beignets and chicory coffee near Jackson Square — a quintessential start to the day; confirm current opening times (typically early-morning service).
Historic heart of the French Quarter — great for photos, street artists, and visiting the cathedral (cathedral generally open daily; confirm mass/service times).
Catch a late jazz show — Preservation Hall runs intimate nightly shows (limited seating; typically 8pm/9:30pm sets) and Fritzel's offers a classic New Orleans jazz room atmosphere.
Return to Bourbon Street for late-night energy — consider Tropical Isle for a signature hand grenade and The Cat's Meow for karaoke if you want lively entertainment.
Take the historic St. Charles streetcar (runs frequently; fares small) to admire mansions, Lafayette Cemetery No.1 (confirm open status), and shop on Magazine Street.
While Bourbon is your focus, dedicate at least one night to Frenchmen Street for concentrated live jazz/blues — clubs typically active 8pm–midnight and later.
Swamp tours run morning and afternoon (book with a reputable operator such as Cajun Encounters or similar); look for wildlife, cypress swamps, and guide commentary; typical durations 2–3 hours.
Daytime excursion to historic plantations along the River Road — many operators run half-day tours that depart in the morning and return mid-afternoon; check each plantation's open hours (usually ~9am–5pm).
Take a Creole/Cajun cooking class or guided food tour to learn local cuisine and pick up recipes to take home; many run mid-morning through early afternoon.
Fly from New Orleans to Tulsa (directs may be limited; typical flight time ~2 hours if direct; otherwise one connection). Plan for morning departure to maximize Tulsa arrival day.
Walk the Blue Dome area and visit downtown Route 66 murals and the Cyrus Avery Memorial Bridge (Route 66 attractions are mostly outdoor and open all day).
Discover Tulsa’s award-winning public park — extensive grounds, playgrounds, trails and gardens; park typically open early morning through late evening and is free to enter.