A city of sombreros and Stetsons, San Antonio celebrates its rich culture and the heroes of the Alamo every year during Fiesta San Antonio. Join the party on a tour that highlights the diverse food traditions of central Texas, as well as its history. Take in the Battle of Flowers Parade, the oldest and larugest parade of the Fiesta and the only parade in the United States produced entirely by women.

Infuse even more history and fun into the celebration by touring the Alamo. Other highlights include admission to the Buckhorn Saloon & Texas Ranger Museum, a cooking lesson in regional Mexican cuisine, and a barbecue lunch and cowboy entertainment at a working cattle ranch.

Price includes:
• 4 nights accommodations at the Historic Menger Hotel
• Daily breakfast, 2 lunches (including 1 cooking class) and 2 dinners
• Tour of the Alamo
• City sightseeing with expert local guide on private motor coach
• Admission to the Buckhorn Saloon & Texas Ranger Museum and "Night in Old San Antonio"
• Tour of Knibbe Ranch, including barbecue lunch and cowboy entertainment
• River barge tour and tour of The Alamo

Limitations and Restrictions *Prices are per person based on double occupancy, are subject to availability at time of booking, and may change without notice. Due to the event's "festive" environment, this tour is not recommended for children. Single supplement may apply. Unless stated otherwise, airfare, taxes and government fees are not included. Fares may not reflect additional fuel supplement and vary by provider. Offers valid for new bookings only. Member benefit is per person and applies to first and second traveler only. Member benefits are available only with advertised fare and are subject to change without notice. Your travel arrangements may be modified or cancelled subject to the travel providers policies. Black out dates and other restrictions may apply. We make every effort for accuracy at time of publication, but reserve the right to correct errors. AAA Travel strongly recommends the purchase of trip protection insurance.

Note: Because of the "festive" nature, this tour may not be the best choice for children.

Day 1 - Arrive in San Antonio
Meet your tour director and fellow travelers at a reception at the Historic Menger Hotel. Enjoy the reception at 4:30 pm followed by dinner at 5:30 pm at the Cavalier Restaurant. (D)
Accommodation: Historic Menger Hotel - 4 nights

Day 2 - City Tour and Culinary Cooking Demonstration
Join your escort and guide on a sightseeing tour of the Alamo and the city including the Buckhorn Saloon & Texas Ranger’s Museum. Today’s lunch includes a cooking demonstration featuring authentic regional Mexican cuisine. See San Fernando Cathedral and visit this elegant, three-story Victorian home built in 1876 for German immigrant Edward Steves, the founder of the Steves Lumber Company. The landscaped grounds include a carriage house, wash house, and former servants’ quarters converted to a visitors’ center. Enjoy the rest of the evening on our own. (B, L)

Day 3 - Tour Knibbe Ranch and Night in Old San Antonio
Travel to The Knibbe Ranch for a late morning Ranch tour, a hay wagon ride to a prehistoric Indian Dig Site, and a drive through their F1 Tiger-stripes, a specialized breed of cattle. At the Knibbe Ranch you are hosted by your San Antonio Guide, whose family actually owns this historical six generation Hill Country ranch. Enjoy a barbecue lunch and cowboy entertainment. In the early evening meet up with your guide for the 63rd “Night in Old San Antonio”, (N.I.O.S.A.). Located in the National Historic District - more than 240 elaborately decorated food and drink booths and a dozen nonstop entertainment stages represent the diverse cultures and customs of the city in 15 heritage-themed areas. NIOSA is the largest historic preservation festival in the nation. (B, L)

Day 4 - The Battle of Flowers Parade
After breakfast at the hotel we enjoy the Battle of the Flowers parade. The Battle of Flowers Parade is the oldest event and largest parade of Fiesta® San Antonio attracting crowds of more than 350,000. It is the only parade in the United States produced entirely by women, all of whom are volunteers. These ladies, dressed on Parade day in yellow and wearing yellow hats, direct operations with the valued assistance of the Texas Army National Guard. The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure. This evening we will take a barge to restaurant on the River walk for a farewell dinner. (B, D)

Day 5 - Depart San Antonio
After breakfast, depart on your own today or extend your stay and enjoy more fiesta events.