San Antonio: Heart of the City, Heart of the Hill Country

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All hat and no cattle? Not this adventure in the Lone Star State! Find out why San Antonio is true Texas as you explore the River Walk, enjoy authentic cuisine and learn about LBJ.
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Stroll along the landscaped walkways of the River Walk and discover the city's rich history with a visit to the Spanish missions designated as a UNESCO World Heritage cultural treasure
    • In the majestic Hill Country, just a short ride from the heart of the city, explore Fredericksburg to learn of its rich German heritage
    • Recall the era of LBJ as you go behind the scenes at his ranch and Texas White House

What's this trip about?

    All hat and no cattle? Not this adventure in the Lone Star State! Find out why San Antonio is true Texas as you explore the River Walk, enjoy authentic cuisine and learn about LBJ.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

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  • Education / Learning

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Itinerary

Day
1 Check-in, Orientation, Welcome Dinner San Antonio, TX D Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk Afternoon: Hotel check-in after 3:00PM. If you like, stop by the hotel meeting room between 3:00 and 4:30 to meet the group leader and get your materials. At the 4:30 ...
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2 Lecture, River Walk, Alamo, Downtown Exploration San Antonio, TX B,L,D Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk Activity note: Ability to climb up and down stairs to access river walk area of city and restaurants. Board public bus with minimal assistance. Walking ...
Day
3 LBJ Lecture, Barge Ride, Free Afternoon, River Talk San Antonio, TX B,L Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk Activity note: Ability to board public transportation with minimal assistance, walk up to one mile Breakfast: Full breakfast buffet at the hotel. ...
Day
4 Fredericksburg, LBJ Ranch, Barbecue Dinner San Antonio, TX B,D Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk Activity note: Board a private motorcoach with minimal assistance, stand in a museum for up to two hours Breakfast: Full breakfast buffet at the hotel. ...
Day
5 Spanish Missions, Marketplace, Institute of Texan Cultures San Antonio, TX B,L,D Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk Activity note: Get on and off motorcoach with minimal assistance; walking up to two miles Breakfast: Full breakfast buffet at the hotel. ...
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6 Departures San Antonio, TX B Breakfast: At the hotel. This concludes our program. Morning: If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on independently, have a wonderful time. If you are transferring to another Road Scholar program, detailed ...

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Price From $929
Price per day$155
Last Updated: 9/22/2021

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Meals Included
  • 12 Meals
  • 5 Breakfasts
  • 3 Lunches
  • 4 Dinners
  • The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Vegetarian, Gluten Free
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