San Antonio & Dallas New Year's
Celebrate the New Year Texas-style in San Antonio and Dallas! Tour historic San Antonio, taking in the Alamo, the Mission of San Jose and the Aztec Theater. Learn the art of creating Tex-Mex cuisine at a private cooking class. Cruise along the Paseo Del Rio. Travel to Grapevine, known for fine dining, shopping and wineries and spend two nights at the luxurious Gaylord Texan Hotel. Ring in the New Year with a New Year's Eve Gala Dinner Dance with live entertainment and a champagne toast.
Enjoy a fascinating guided tour of San Antonio. Cruise the Paseo Del Rio and enjoy 122,000 lights that illuminate the Riverwalk during the holiday season. Experience a New Year's Eve Gala Dinner Dance with live entertainment and a champagne toast.
Highlights
The Alamo, Aztec Theater, Tex-Mex Cooking Class, New Year's Eve Party, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Dude Ranch
Collette Experience
Details
- Tour Operator
- Collette Vacations
- Offer
- Offer valid through 2/28/2009
- Duration
- 6 Days
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | San Antonio | San Antonio, Texas - Tour Begins: Ring in the New Year in style with Collette! Your tour begins in the great city of San Antonio. One visit to San Antonio and it's easy to see why it is often referred to as the "American Venice." Sidewalk cafes, historic architecture, and a beautiful river centerpiece make this a truly remarkable city. |
| Day 2 | San Antonio | San Antonio: Your morning begins with a fascinating tour of San Antonio, stopping at The Alamo, Institute of Texan Cultures, and the Mission of San Jose. This afternoon you'll visit the Aztec Theater, one of the most elaborate movie palaces in the country when built in the early 1920's, and now on the National Register of Historic Places. Enter the Grand Lobby and view the massive 2-story iron chandelier and ornate detailing. Then, enjoy a guided tour before experiencing a movie presentation in the impressive auditorium on a screen over five stories high! This evening, perhaps you will partake in an optional dinner in one of San Antonio's local restaurants and see the IMAX presentation of "Alamo...The Price of Freedom." |
| Day 3 | San Antonio | San Antonio: Your day is at leisure to discover San Antonio on your own. Spend time shopping for those special gifts at the colorful Mexican Marketplace. |
| Day 4 | Grapevine | San Antonio - Grapevine: This morning, travel north through the "Lone Star State" to Grapevine, which is nestled between Dallas and Fort Worth. Grapevine has a sophisticated charm and is known for its fine dining, shopping and many wineries. Your accommodations for the next two evenings will be at the new Gaylord Texan Hotel. |
| Day 5 | Grapevine | Grapevine - Dallas - Ft. Worth - Grapevine: Happy New Year! This morning enjoy a city tour of the Dallas/Ft. Worth area. You will visit the Kennedy Memorial, the West End, John Bryant Cabin and Thanksgiving Square. This afternoon visit the Cross Timbers Winery, which is located in the historic Dorris/Brock family farm house. This home has been recognized as one of the oldest structures in Grapevine. Learn how they make their unique wines, followed by a wine tasting. |
| Day 6 | Tour ends | Grapevine - Tour Ends: Depart Texas with many memories of your incredible New Year's vacation! |
- Dates/Pricing
- Disclaimer
- Note
Tour prices are Land Only rates based on per person double occupancy. Please call for triple or child occupancy rates. Taxes and fees are additional for tours that feature a cruise; port taxes are not included in the prices shown. Some dates may feature various changes in hotels, sightseeing and inclusions. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking.
