Holiday Overview
Experience the best of San Antonio on this Texan adventure. Visit iconic landmarks like the Alamo, and the historic Spanish colonial missions and explore the famous Riverwalk. Indulge in local wines on a wine tour in Texas Hill Country surrounding San Antonio. Finish your holiday with an authentic cowboy experience at the Mayan Dude Ranch.
Be adventurous and visit San Antonio – a city rich in history, bursting with culture, and booming with modern attractions and a deliciously creative culinary scene. It is a melting pot of cultures and diversity, filled with stories waiting to be told. From the spectacular River Walk and green spaces to festive seasonal events, to local shopping, dining and drinking, San Antonio invites visitors to be inspired, be curious and dine to their heart’s content.
San Antonio & Texas Hill Country includes:
- International Flights
- Car Hire
- 3 nights San Antonio Riverwalk Accommodation
- 3 nights San Antonio Hill Country Accommodation
- 3 nights Dude Ranch Accommodation
Day 1 - San Antonio River Walk
Welcome to the Lone Star State! Collect your vehicle from the airport depot and make your way to the Thompson San Antonio Riverwalk for the first of your three-night stay. Relax and enjoy the luxury amenities of your hotel or take a stroll on the Riverwalk and appreciate the serenity of the largest urban ecosystem in the US.
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Thompson San Antonio – Riverwalk
Day 2 - San Antonio River Walk
Your day is free to explore bustling San Antonio. You could add on a Go San Antonio Explorer Pass, featuring the Go Rio San Antonio River cruise to enjoy a relaxing alternative to city touring on foot. Or why not explore San Antonio’s food scene, as a designated UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, you will find the city’s distinctive gourmet style a true culinary highlight.
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Thompson San Antonio – Riverwalk
Day 3 - San Antonio River Walk
Discover for yourself what makes San Antonio such a fascinating city. Visit the most popular attraction in Texas, the iconic Alamo and learn its remarkable history, or take a guided walking tour of the city’s impressive murals, illustrating local stories in vivid colour amongst the cityscapes.
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Thompson San Antonio – Riverwalk
Day 4 - San Antonio Hill Country
Make your way to San Antonio Hill Country where your hotel is conveniently located nearby an array of local attractions. You will find you are easily able to access the thrill of Six Flags Fiesta Texas, the stunning natural wonder of the local National Bridge Caverns, or even a scenic flight over the San Antonio lights with an Alamo Helicopter Experience.
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JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort
Day 5 - San Antonio Hill Country
Today is free to enjoy at your leisure, relax and utilize the myriad of hotel amenities. The ‘Bluff Water Experience’ is included as part of your stay, with slides, tubing and even its own lazy river. Alternately if you are keen to stay dry, make the most of being in wine country and hit the vineyard trail with a local winery tour.
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JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort
Day 6 - San Antonio Hill Country
Your accommodation is conveniently home to a world-class golf course and the lush Lantana Day Spa, why not work on your handicap, or indulge in a rejuvenating day of Curanderos-inspired relaxation? You have everything you could need right on your doorstep, including shopping at nearby La Cantera and the Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch conservation park.
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JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort
Day 7 - Bandera Dude Ranch
Make your way to the Mayan Dude Ranch, home to the 'Horrsepitality'. Get out of the city and experience for yourself the wide-open spaces and the hospitality of ranch life. Meet real-life cowboy and cowgirl hosts and settle in for 3 days of Texan adventure.
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Mayan Dude Ranch
Day 8 - Bandera Dude Ranch
Get yourself down to the corral for the Mayan Dude Ranch’s signature ‘Cowboy Breakfast Cook Out’, breakfast fit for a dude. Your package includes 3 scrumptious meals, and two horseback rides a day, as well as the use of the ranch facilities and activities listed on the daily schedule.
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Mayan Dude Ranch
Day 9 - Bandera Dude Ranch
Everything is bigger in Texas so enjoy another massive day of scheduled activities, take a dip, play a spot of tennis or even snooze in the sun. Every night will feature a delicious feast of local flavours, family favourites and more, complimented by the evening’s country-themed entertainment.
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Mayan Dude Ranch
Day 10 - Homeward Bound
Check out and self-transfer to the San Antonio airport, drop off your self-drive car prior to checking in for your flight home to the UK.
Thompson San Antonio – Riverwalk
Rise above the River Walk for elevated experiences in this cultural epicenter. Unmatched skyline vistas, magnetic gathering places, refined guest rooms, and celebrated cuisine await at Thompson San Antonio – Riverwalk.
JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa
Nestled amid 600 acres of oak-covered hills in Texas Hill Country, JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa is a luxury haven within a stunning landscape. Explore San Antonio's most popular attractions near the hotel, including wineries, SeaWorld, Shops at La Cantera, Natural Bridge Caverns and Six Flags Fiesta Texas.
Mayan Dude Ranch
The Mayan Dude Ranch is a great place to experience the Western lifestyle. Located in the beautiful Hill Country of Texas, the ranch offers a variety of activities and amenities for guests of all ages.
Guests can enjoy horseback riding, swimming, fishing, hiking, and more. There are also a variety of entertainment options, including country dancing, live music, and plays.
The ranch is home to a variety of animals, including horses, cattle, pigs, chickens, and goats. Guests can learn about the ranch's animals and even help with feeding and grooming.
The Mayan Dude Ranch is a great place to relax and enjoy the outdoors. The ranch is also a great place to learn about the Western lifestyle and history.
Image Gallery
San Antonio River Walk
San Antonio Mission
Horse Ride
Texas Flag
Texas Long Horn
Alternative Holidays That May Interest You
Below you will find a small selection of 2024, 2025 holidays that may interest you. Remember, we tailor-make each holiday to your exact needs, so please call us on 0800 270 0069 and let one of our Holiday experts design the perfect trip for you
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