Heart of Texas

br />Discover the energy of Texas from San Antonio with its tree-shaded Riverwalk to Fort Worth, a big Texas town with plenty of yee-haw! Visit LBJ Ranch, birthplace of the 36th President of the United States and tour the stunning Texas State Capital building in Austin. Experience a Texas rodeo, wine tastings, and life in the hill country at a Dude Ranch where you’ll learn the art of saddling and roping. Following a home-style Texan dinner, meet real cowboys and listen to their stories around a campfire. In Dallas, visit Dealey Plaza, the Kennedy Memorial and the famous Sixth Floor Museum.

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.

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.

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. This evening, experience the flavors of true Mexican cuisine that San Antonio is known for when you dine at a popular local restaurant.

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.

Day 5: San Antonio - Bandera - San Antonio
Enjoy time at leisure this morning to continue exploring San Antonio’s lively River Walk. This afternoon, journey into cowboy country and spend time at a dude ranch in Bandera, “Cowboy Capital of the World.” Upon arrival, enjoy an exciting performance by a trick roper before taking 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.

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.

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 Texas, “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!

Day 8: Fort Worth - Dallas - Fort Worth
This morning you’ll learn how Fort Worth has become known as the “city of cowboys and culture” as you enjoy a locally-guided city tour of the downtown area. This afternoon, travel to Dallas and visit 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.

Day 9: Fort Worth - Tour Ends

Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
5/6/2012 - 5/15/2012	$1,899
9/16/2012 - 9/25/2012	$1,899
10/14/2012 - 10/23/2012	$1,899
1/20/2013 - 1/29/2013	$1,899
3/17/2013 - 3/26/2013	$1,899
4/21/2013 - 4/30/2013	$1,899
Note: Departures appearing above in green are guaranteed to operate by the tour operator.
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