The Lone Star State to the French Quarter 2024
Tour Operator:
Tour Code:
80904
Start City:
Dallas, TX
End City:
New Orleans, LA
Tour Style:
Tour Quality:
Budget
Tour Length:
12 days
Physical Rating:
3 - Explorer
Dates & Prices
| Start Date | End Date | Offers | Brochure Land Price | Quote |
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| Thursday, May 16, 2024 | Monday, May 27, 2024 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Thursday, Jun 06, 2024 | Monday, Jun 17, 2024 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Thursday, Sep 19, 2024 | Monday, Sep 30, 2024 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Thursday, Oct 10, 2024 | Monday, Oct 21, 2024 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote |
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Tour Itinerary
Everything is bigger in Texas! With its spacious size and cultural diversity, Texas is described by locals as “a whole other country.” On this tour through the Lone Star State, you’ll discover its major cities—Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, and Houston—and some of its historic landmarks, museums, and must-see sights. History buffs will be fascinated at the Sixth Floor Museum in Dallas, the location from which Lee Harvey Oswald allegedly shot President John F. Kennedy. In Austin visit the Bob Bullock State History Museum that tells the “Story of Texas.” See the Lyndon B. Johnson National Historic Park in Texas Hill Country and hear the story of President Johnson’s life. In nearby Fredericksburg, stroll the historic district shopping, pursuing one-of-a-kind, eclectic shops, art galleries, and museums. In San Antonio visit the San Fernando Cathedral, the oldest cathedral in the United States and take a self-guided tour of the famous Alamo. Enjoy a private, narrated cruise down the San Antonio River through the picturesque River Walk area. Highlights in Houston include a behind-the-scenes tram tour of the Johnson Space Center, home to NASA and the U.S. Space Program. See flown spacecraft, learn how astronauts live aboard the International Space Station, and discover what it takes to travel to Mars! Leave the Lone Star State and travel to the Louisiana city of Lafayette to take a cruise through moss-draped cypress trees in the Atchafalaya Basin—keeping an eye out for alligators. Then travel across Bayou Country to New Orleans and take a sightseeing tour with a Local Guide visiting the French Quarter and other famous landmarks. All of this and much more await you on this value-minded vacation in Texas and Louisiana!
Austin, TX , Dallas, TX , Fort Worth, TX , Fredericksburg, VA , Houston, TX , Lafayette, LA , New Orleans, LA , San Antonio, TX , Waco, TX
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Day 1
DALLASWelcome to Dallas! Your Tour Director is on hand late this afternoon to answer any questions.
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Day 2
DALLASToday’s sightseeing features Pioneer Plaza, commemorating the trails that brought settlers to Dallas and cattle to market; the Historic West End; and The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, where history buffs can learn all about that moment in history when alleged killer, Lee Harvey Oswald, fired the lethal shots that killed President John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963.
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Day 3
DALLAS–FORT WORTHThis morning, journey to Fort Worth, a Texas city famous for its unmistakable combination of “cowboys and culture.” Visit the Stockyards National Historic District and get a taste of the true American West. Afterward, meet the drovers/cowboys of the Fort Worth Herd and see a Longhorn cattle drive before visiting the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame. It’s here that the museum pays tribute to more than 70 cowboys and cowgirls who have excelled in the sport of rodeo, and the Western lifestyle. This evening, you may choose to enjoy Sundance Square, or visit Billy Bob’s, known as “The World’s Largest Honky Tonk”.
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Day 4
FORT WORTH–WACO–AUSTINIn Waco, visit the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum. Learn about the mission, history, staff, and governance of America’s first law enforcement historical center founded in 1964. Then visit the Bob Bullock State History Museum that tells the “Story of Texas.” Afterward, enjoy a city sightseeing tour that features Austin’s downtown, including historic Sixth Street, the Texas Capitol complex, Governor’s Mansion, and the University of Texas. (B)
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Day 5
AUSTIN–FREDERICKSBURGA short drive from Austin is Texas Hill Country, home to the Lyndon B. Johnson National Historic Park. Discover the story of the 36th president, from his ancestors to his final resting place, at the LBJ Ranch. See and learn about President and Mrs. Johnson’s lives on the ranch during a tour of the grounds that includes the Junction School, President Johnson’s reconstructed birthplace, Johnson Family cemetery and the hangar visitor center that features exhibits and artifacts. Next, on to Fredericksburg, and time on your own to enjoy this historic town. Spend the afternoon leisurely strolling the historic district shopping, perusing one-of-a-kind, eclectic shops, art galleries, and museums. (B)
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Day 6
FREDERICKSBURG–SAN ANTONIOThis morning, journey to the most visited city in Texas: San Antonio, home of the Alamo and the historic River Walk. Upon arrival, sightseeing includes visits to the San Fernando Cathedral, the oldest in the U.S., and downtown’s authentic Mexican marketplace, El Mercado. Afterward, visit the historic Alamo. It was here in 1836 that a small band of Texans defended themselves against the Mexican army, and although the Alamo fell, it remains hallowed ground and symbolizes courage and sacrifice for the cause of liberty. End your day back at the River Walk, where Spanish colonial architecture, fountains, and plazas make it one of the city’s most picturesque areas. (B)
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Day 7
SAN ANTONIOThis morning, a private narrated cruise down the San Antonio River through the picturesque River Walk area. The remainder of the day is at leisure. (B)
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Day 8
SAN ANTONIO–HOUSTONHouston is a city of firsts. The first word spoken on the moon was heard here, and it is home to the first successful human heart transplant and America’s first public television station. Appreciate all that Houston has to offer on a sightseeing tour of America’s fourth-largest city. See the Theatre District, which is second only to New York City, and marvel at the world-famous Texas Medical Center, whose 675 acres and 42 nonprofit institutions make it the largest medical complex in the world. Last, but not least, is a visit to one of Houston’s most expensive neighborhoods, River Oaks. (B)
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Day 9
HOUSTONA special highlight today is a visit to Johnson Space Center, home of NASA and the U.S. Space Program. Be inspired by the wonders of space exploration and go behind the scenes of America’s exciting space program. View flown spacecraft, spacesuits, and get an up-close look at some of the most amazing artifacts that trace the progression of human space exploration including a look inside the International Space Station! NOTE: The buildings visited on the tram tour are real working areas of Johnson Space Center and are subject to closure without notice.
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Day 10
HOUSTON–LAFAYETTEA beautiful drive past fertile prairies, delicate marshes, and abundant wildlife takes you to Lafayette, Louisiana. Cruise through moss-draped cypress trees and winding waterways of the Atchafalaya Basin swamp lands. Keep an eye out for lurking alligators as you experience one of the most unique wildernesses on earth.
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Day 11
LAFAYETTE–NEW ORLEANSThis morning, journey across Bayou Country to The Big Easy, New Orleans, birthplace of jazz and home of creole cuisine. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided sightseeing tour featuring French Quarter landmarks, including St. Louis Cathedral, Jackson Square, and a visit to a unique above-ground cemetery. Afternoon and evening are at leisure.
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Day 12
NEW ORLEANSYour vacation ends this morning. You may choose to extend your vacation in New Orleans with extra nights to explore further. (B)
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The tour was everything I expected and more. Both our tour director and driver were professional, helpful, and friendly. We had some weather issues, but Cosmos/tour managers were able to get around it in a way that did not distract from out tour experience.
The trip was wonderful, our guide was outstanding.
The tour director and bus driver were both excellent. Our tour director was a native Texan (for the Texas tour) and the bus driver a native of New Orleans so we had their personal insights as well as the standard info. Both were very personable as well as helpful and professional. They added a few free perks to the standard program, such as a visit to the San Jacinto monument and the visit to a picturesque restaurant and a visit to see the bats near Fredericksburg. This trip was well worth the money ; the hotels exceeded my expectations and were all very comfortable.
The driver and tour director were exceptionally good. Except for Ramada Inn, accommodations were good. However, restaurants were not in walking distance for some of them. Drury Inn provides limited free food and free drinks, a plus. Some sites could be changed (in process now).
This was another great trip. Now I'm looking forward to my E. Europe Globus tour starting June 22, 2014.
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