WESTERN USA - THE HEART OF TEXAS
  9 Days from $1,699 US 
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Tour Highlights:
Austin, Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, LBJ Library and Museum, Stonewall, Fredericksburg, San Antonio, The Alamo, Mexican Cooking Class, Silver Spur Dude Ranch, Fort Worth Stockyards, Championship Rodeo, Dallas

Tour Experiences:
Enjoy a true Texas tradition - the rodeo!
Learn the art of saddling and roping during a visit to a dude ranch!
Discover the art of Mexican cuisine during a cooking class at a local establishment.
Uncork the secrets of Texas wine with a tasting at a local winery.
Journey the Cotton Belt Route aboard the historic Grapevine Vintage Railroad*.

Day 1: Austin, Texas - Tour Begins
Begin your journey in the city of Austin, the capital city of Texas and the live music capital of the world! Gather with your fellow travelers this evening for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.
Today dinner will be included.

Day 2: Austin
This morning, tour the stunning Texas State Capitol Building. Dating back to 1888, this historic landmark is a marvel in history and architecture. Next, enjoy an introduction to the "Story of Texas" during a visit to the interactive Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum. Complete your tour of Austin with a visit to the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum. The afternoon is at leisure to explore this great city.
Today breakfast will be included.

Day 3: Austin - Stonewall - Fredericksburg - San Antonio
Travel into Texas hill country for a visit to the iconic LBJ Ranch, birthplace of the 36th President of the United States, Lyndon Baines Johnson. During your tour of the ranch you will visit the "Texas White House." Then, discover the beauty of Hill Country in the German settlement town of Fredericksburg. Enjoy free time to explore the German-inspired shops and bakeries. En route to San Antonio, experience an introduction to Texas wines during a visit to a local historic winery for a tour and tasting. Tonight, experience the flavors of true Mexican cuisine as you learn the art of cooking this regional favorite and making the perfect Margarita.
Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

Day 4: San Antonio
Your day begins with a fascinating tour of San Antonio. History and culture abound with visits to the Mission San Jose, the second mission established by Fray Antonio Margil de Jesus. This is followed by the Alamo which played a critical role in the Texas Revolution. People worldwide continue to remember the Alamo as a heroic struggle against impossible odds - a place where men made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom. This afternoon, cruise along the Paseo del Rio, also known as the River Walk, one of Texas' most prized attractions. Learn more about the architecture and culture of the city on this relaxing, narrated boat ride. The remainder of your day is at leisure to explore this great city.
Today breakfast will be included.

Day 5: San Antonio - Bandera - San Antonio
Today you will journey into cowboy country to spend a day at a dude ranch in Bandera, "Cowboy Capital of the World." Upon arrival, enjoy a traditional cowboy lunch. This afternoon, meet a wrangler who will teach you the ways of roping and saddling during an interactive demonstration. Then, take a hayride tour of the ranch to watch as the longhorn cattle are fed. Your visit to this guest ranch is complete with a home-style Texas dinner followed by a campfire and storytelling from one of the acclaimed local cowboys.
Today breakfast, lunch and dinner will be included.

Day 6: San Antonio - Fort Worth
Today you travel through the heart of the "Lone Star State" en route to Fort Worth, one of Texas' largest cities. Upon arrival, enjoy a panoramic orientation tour of this historic city, a thriving center of culture and commerce.
Today breakfast will be included.

Day 7: Fort Worth - Grapevine - Fort Worth
Travel this morning to the historic community of Grapevine. Visit a glassblowing studio and witness artists at work creating exquisite glass pieces. Spend time at leisure in this quaint town before boarding the historic Grapevine Vintage Railroad*. Journey along the historic Cotton Belt Route aboard authentic Victorian-style coaches preserved as they were in the days of the expanding West. Your train journey ends in the heart of the Fort Worth Stockyards where you will enjoy a walking tour of the historic stockyards complete with a visit to Billy Bob's, "The World's Largest Honky Tonk," and one of the iconic establishments of the area. This evening is sure to be unforgettable as you experience bull riding, roping, barrel racing and more at the Stockyards Championship Rodeo!
Today breakfast will be included.

Day 8: Fort Worth - Dallas - Fort Worth
Enjoy the morning at leisure in Fort Worth. This afternoon, embark on a tour of Dallas, including visits to Dealey Plaza, the Kennedy Memorial, and the famous Sixth Floor Museum whose exhibits examine the life, death and legacy of President John F. Kennedy. You will also visit Pioneer Plaza and the arts district of Dallas. This evening, gather for a spectacular farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

Day 9: Fort Worth - Tour Ends
Today breakfast will be included.

Included Features:
8 Nights Accommodations
8 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 4 Dinners
LBJ Library and Museum
Mexican Cooking Class
Grapevine Vintage Railroad
Slver Spur Dude Ranch
Services of a professional tour manager
Baggage Handling

Hotels Used for the Tour:
Nights 1 & 2 - Radisson Town Lake, Austin, TX
Nights 3 to 5 - Omni La Mansion del Rio, San Antonio, TX
Nights 6 to 8 - Sheraton Fort Worth, Fort Worth, TX
On some dates alternative hotels may be used.