(C) San Antonio & Texas Hill Country
With a Visit to LBJ's Library
Have you ever been to San Antonio? If not, you're in for a treat. Old Spanish flavor, multi-cultural heritage and numerous parks and plazas make this one of America's most picturesque cities. One of the city's premier attractions is the tree-lined Riverwalk that meanders through the city center. Using San Antonio as a base, we will explore both the city and the surrounding area. We'll see the most recent US addition to UNESCO's World Heritage list—the San Antonio Missions and visit the Lyndon B Johnson Presidential Library and Museum. Plus, we'll spend a day in Texas Hill Country, strongly influenced by the German immigrants who originally settled here. San Antonio is one of our favorite cities and we're sure you'll agree!
(C) San Antonio & Texas Hill Country
May 25 - May 30, 2020Highlights
- Explore the San Antonio River Walk
- Remember the Alamo
- See other San Antonio Missions
- Tour the Lyndon B. Johnson Library
- Visit Texas Hill Country
- Time to explore personal interests
- Suggestions for additional things to see
- Small group no larger than 14
- And More... See itinerary for details
Itinerary
Monday, 25 May 2020: Arrive San Antonio, River Walk Boat Tour; Welcome Dinner (D)
Schedule your arrival no later than 3:30pm and take local transportation to the hotel. The tour will begin at 5:00pm in the lobby of the hotel with our Welcome Meeting, followed by a Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant. Afterward, we will hop on a barge to float along the San Antonio River and get better acquainted with the famed River Walk, a verdant oasis of cypress-lined paved paths, arched stone bridges and lush landscapes. It gently winds through the city center, providing easy access to the city’s cultural hot spots, historic sites and other attractions. Overnight San Antonio - 5 nights
Tuesday, 26 May 2020: The Alamo; Tower of Americas; Institute of Texan Cultures (B)
Remember the Alamo! Heroes died here fighting for freedom. Their call for aid and refusal to surrender in the face of overwhelming odds stirred a young America and helped give birth to Texas. Today the Alamo is the heart of San Antonio and it is Texas' most visited historic landmark. We start our day walking these hallowed grounds. We'll then switch gears and visit the observation deck of the 750-foot-tall Tower of the Americas, which offers mesmerizing views of the city below and provides a lesson in the history of the six flags that have flown over Texas. This afternoon, we'll take in one of the best-kept secrets in San Antonio—the Institute of Texan Cultures, which highlights the more than 2 dozen cultures that have made Texas what it is—the 15th largest economy in the world.
Wednesday, 27 May 2020: San Antonio Missions; King William Historic District (B,L,D)
This morning we'll explore a few of the San Antonio Missions, which along with the Alamo, were named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2015. They are walled compounds encompassing a church and buildings where priests and Native Americans lived and worked. We'll begin at the Visitor Center at Mission San José to learn about life here during the 1700s. This afternoon, we'll experience a different era as we head to the King William Historic District on the east bank of the San Antonio River. We'll visit Steves Homestead, an elegant three-story mansion built in 1876 for Edward Steves, founder of the Steves Lumber Company, and take time to walk around this historic neighborhood. In the late 1800s, the King William District was the most elegant residential area in the city. Prominent German merchants originally settled here and brought with them a distinct architectural style. This evening we'll enjoy dinner together.
Thursday, 28 May 2020: Texas Hill Country; Fredericksburg (B,L)
San Antonio is perched on the southern edge of the Texas Hill Country, an area lush, colorful and hilly, unlike much of the pancake-flat state. Hill Country was settled by Germans and Eastern Europeans and has a culture all its own. Storybook farms and ranches dot the countryside, and you may still hear older generations speaking German. We'll begin in charming Fredericksburg, considered Texas' best small town. There will be time to explore the charming downtown before we meet for lunch. After lunch, we'll see how Fredericksburg has become the epicenter of Texas Wine Country by stopping in at one or two of the more than 40 wineries and tasting rooms in the area. We return to San Antonio late this afternoon.
Friday, 29 May 2020: LBJ Library; Free Afternoon; Farewell Dinner (B,D)
If you have never been to a Presidential Library you're in for an interesting morning. We look back in US presidential history with a visit to the Lyndon B. Johnson Library & Museum in Austin. The LBJ Library is one of thirteen presidential libraries administered by the National Archives and houses historical documents and papers from the entire public career of Lyndon Baines Johnson. Learn how the library was planned, the influence of Lady Bird Johnson, the historical significance of the archival collections, and LBJ’s insistence that the history of his times be reflected openly, showing failures as well as successes. We then return to San Antonio to enjoy a Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant and reminisce about our time spent this past week.
Saturday, 30 May 2020: Return Home from San Antonio
Sadly, our time together has come to an end. Based on the departure time you provide WTT, your Tour Leader will organize travelers into small groups so you can ride-share to the airport if you wish.
(C) San Antonio & Texas Hill Country
May 25 - May 30, 2020Pricing
Room Share
$2,016.00Single Room
$2,620.00Non-Members
ADD $50.00Status of this Tour
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Tour Pricing Includes
- All meals and activities expressly listed in the itinerary, PLUS...
- All tipping of local guides
- WTT Tour Leader to enhance the individual & group experience
- Transportation in WTT's own Mercedes mini-coach
- Arranged room sharing with another solo traveler
- Travel Dollar credits (a benefit of WTT membership) toward future travel with WTT
Not Included In The Price
- Airfare or other transportation to and from the tour
- Airport transfers
- Meals and activities not specified in the itinerary
- Any personal expenses or expenditures
- Any pre- or post- tour arrangements
- Any gratuities for the WTT tour leader
- Travel Insurance
Payment Dates -and- Cancellation Terms for This Tour
At Space Reservation: Initial Deposit is due.
Wednesday, 27 Nov 2019: Initial deposit cannot be parked and is forfeited if traveler cancels after this date.
Tuesday, 25 Feb 2020: Payment in full. 50% cancellation penalty after this date.
Thursday, 10 Apr 2020: 100% forfeited if traveler cancels after this date.
By submitting the Reservation Form you are providing your electronic signature that you are authorizing WTT to charge your credit card the required amount due for the tour at this time, and to charge your credit card in a separate transaction for the membership length selected, if applicable.
Travel Insurance: It is your responsibility to purchase the amount of travel insurance you determine is appropriate to protect you from the risk of financial loss should you have to cancel your tour, or should unforeseen events, due to no fault of WTT, prevent the tour from operating in whole or in part as originally scheduled.
WTT does not sell travel insurance. As a convenience, we will email you information from 2 reliable travel insurance providers at the time we confirm your reservation, however you can purchase insurance from any provider you choose.
You can review the insurance information from TravelGuard to get an idea of rates.
(C) San Antonio & Texas Hill Country
May 25 - May 30, 2020Flights, Transfers & Lodging
Arrival & Departure Information
Travelers will make their own air arrangements as follows:
Arrival Airport: SAT - San Antonio, TX (San Antonio Int'l Airport)
Arrival Date: Monday, May 17th. Arrive no later than 3:30pm.
Arrival Transfer: Use local taxi or shuttle service. Details provided in Final Travel Instructions.
Departure Airport: SAT - San Antonio, TX (San Antonio Int'l Airport)
Departure Date: Saturday, May 22nd. Depart at your convenience.
Departure Transfer: Use local shuttle or taxi service. WTT Tour Leader will assist in coordinating ride sharing.
Lodging / Hotels
San Antonio: Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk
In the unlikely event WTT is unable to provide the hotel accommodation(s) listed, for whatever reason, WTT will substitute similar quality accommodation(s) at no additional cost to the traveler.
Want to Arrive a Day Early?
Worried about possible flight delays? Consider arriving one day before the official tour state date. Many of our travelers choose this optional service. Your pre-tour package includes:
- The room (standard check-in times apply)
- Breakfast the following morning
- Optional activity suggestions prior to tour
$121.00 Roomshare $242.00 Single
The pre-tour package is an optional service. Rates are established at time of tour posting. Early check-in is solely at the discretion of the hotel and cannot be arranged in advance.
Additional Reminders About This Tour
This tour uses a 15 passenger Mini-Coach for transportation while on tour. Learn more about The WTT North American Travel Experience by downloading/opening the pdf.
(C) San Antonio & Texas Hill Country
May 25 - May 30, 2020Destination Information
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How Does Room Sharing Work?
- If you wish to share with another solo traveler, select this option on the Reservation Form and your tour price will automatically be based on the room share price.
- Or, you may select a single room, when available, on the Reservation Form and your tour price will be automatically based on the single room price.
- These choices are clearly stated on the Reservation Form.
- All shared rooms have 2 beds
- All shared rooms are non-smoking
- No special requests about your roommate can be accommodated
- Most solo travelers elect to share a room
- See "Frequently Asked Questions" TAB for more details
How Active is this Tour?
Because of this requirement, WTT tours are not suitable for anyone who is physically challenged, walking impaired, or is a slow walker that cannot keep up with the pace of the group.
The activities on this tour are rated as follows:
- 70% Easy
- 30% Moderate (walking and distances)
Activity levels are subjective and based on the reader's interpretation. Almost everyone overestimates their abilities. Therefore, it is your responsibility to read the itinerary and understand what you are doing throughout the tour.
If you are in doubt as to your ability to meet the physical activity requirements, you should not sign up for this trip.
Read more about Activity Levels
What meals are included and how are dietary restrictions accommodated?
- Breakfast daily
- 2 Lunches
- 3 Dinners
Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dietary requests can be accommodated on this tour with limited selections.
What clothing and items should I pack for this trip?
In general this time of year, San Antonio has daily highs in the mid-80s with nighttime temperatures in the low 60s.
For This Trip You May Want—
- One smart-casual outfit if you’d like to dress up a bit for dinners.
- Swimsuit—our hotel has a pool
- Lightweight but warm jacket/sweater for the cool mornings and evenings.
- Sunscreen and insect repellant
- Bring what you need to get a good night's sleep, such as ear plugs, white noise generator, sleeping pills, etc. Unfamiliar noises of all types can disrupt your rest.
Good Packing Habits—
- Pack a limited amount of comfortable, casual clothing that layer and coordinate. Your fellow travelers will not mind – or even notice – seeing you in the same clothing.
- Bring only two pairs of everyday shoes: one pair of well-broken-in walking shoes, and a second pair that could do double-duty as a walking shoe or a slightly dressy shoe.
- Pare down your beauty regimen to the bare minimum and always pack travel-sized toiletries.
- Pack medication in your carry-on and pack only as much as needed for the duration of your tour plus a few extra days as a precaution.
What are the luggage restrictions for this tour?
On every WTT tour, our policies regarding luggage restrictions are driven by the physical space limitations of the vehicles we use and the requirement that all travelers be able to manage their own belongings without assistance.
- We strongly recommend you bring only one suitcase plus small shoulder bag/day pack/purse.
- You are responsible for managing your own belongings.
How much money should I bring on this tour?
- Notify your credit card issuer that you will be traveling and provide dates of travel.
What are the tipping guidelines for this tour?
All tips to local guides during your tour have already been paid on your behalf.
- You are responsible for tipping wait-staff, porters or other individuals who provide a service to you at the hotel, or other public locations.
- You may want to tip your WTT Tour Leader for an outstanding job. The amount is entirely a personal preference. If you'd like a guideline, consider $8-$10 per day.
What other Additional Information do I need to know?
This tour uses a 15 passenger Mini-Coach for transportation while on tour. Learn more about The WTT North American Travel Experience by downloading/opening the pdf.
Can I transfer my deposit to another tour?
To get off this tour and register for another tour, you must follow these steps - in the order shown:
2) WAIT before submitting your new reservation! You must receive the Cancellation Confirmation email before submitting your new reservation. This can take up to 2 business days. The Cancellation Confirmation email will list the amount of parked credits from this tour that are now available to use on a new reservation.
3) COMPLETE the new Reservation Form and USE the parked credits towards your deposit on the new tour.
Note: If you used Parked Credits to pay the deposit on this tour, these credits cannot be used a second time and are not eligible to be transferred.
What happens if I need to cancel this tour?
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