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Texas

The Best of San Antonio and the Texas Hill Country

Program No. 22272RJ
Find out why San Antonio and the Hill Country are true Texas as you explore the River Walk and Texas Hill Country, enjoy authentic cuisine and learn about Lyndon B. Johnson.
Program
At a Glance
Duration
7 days
Program Begins
San Antonio, TX
Program Concludes
San Antonio, TX
Meals
14 ( 6B, 5L, 3D )
Activity Level
Bold colors, brave battles, big fandangos and bigger appetites — San Antonio stands a breed apart from other American cities. As gateway to the borderlands and crossroads of culture, it showcases the best of North and South, old and new. Experience San Antonio as the embodiment of the strike-it-rich spirit of Texas, a city embracing contemporary culture while paying homage to its storied past.
Best of all, you'll...
  • Stroll along the landscaped walkways of the River Walk and discover the city's rich history with a visit to the Spanish missions designated as a UNESCO World Heritage cultural treasure.
  • Explore Fredericksburg in the majestic Texas Hill Country to learn of its rich German heritage.
  • Recall the era of LBJ as you learn about his early life and legislative accomplishments and visit his boyhood home.
All Experts
Please Note:
These experts may not be available for every date of the program
A fifth generation Texan and an award-winning teacher, Bill Perryman is known throughout Texas for his historical portrayals of heroic figures in Texas and American history and for his teacher trainings, seminars and educational explorations of historic San Antonio. He is the founder of History In Person Theater which is an official arts program for the Texas Commission on the Arts. Bill’s passion for history captivates audiences!
Ken Erfurth is a life-long resident of San Antonio whose interest in the region’s history, culture, and architecture began at an early age. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Houston and is a registered architect. He has been conducting educational adventures in San Antonio for various groups for over 20 years. In recent years, Ken has used photography to document the unique visual aspects of his native city and surrounding area. His images have been exhibited and published in multiple forums.
Mary Brennan is dean of the College of Liberal Arts at Texas State University. She has exhaustively researched conservative politics in America and has penned a number of books related to the subject, including "Wives, Mothers, and the Red Menace" that evolved from her curiosity about Joe McCarthy’s wife, and "Pat Nixon: Embattled First Lady." Mary has appeared on numerous radio and TV shows, including CNN’s "The Sixties" and CSPAN's "First Ladies: Influence and Image."
Gregg Eckhardt is an environmental scientist with 26 years of experience in environmental modeling and analysis, water resource planning and development, state and federal permitting, and water treatment. A senior analyst for the San Antonio Water System, he is involved in the management of the city's water supply and wastewater systems, and much of his work focuses on developing and implementing environmental initiatives. Outside of work, he is active in community education, providing lectures and web-based learning curriculum on regional water resources and environmental history.
Omar Valerio-Jiménez is a professor of history and associate dean of graduate studies at the University of Texas at San Antonio. He has presented his research in various documentaries, journal articles, and books. With the support of the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Spencer Foundation, he is currently working on his next book project, 'Challenging Exclusion,' which explores educational reform and historic preservation efforts by Mexican American scholars and activists in New Mexico and Texas during the early 20th century.
Michael Robinson is a professional guide and owner of San Antonio ProTours, the exclusive operator for the award-winning Hotel Emma. He is an expert conversationalist and presenter with vast and varied experience as a history teacher, large event emcee, stand-up comic, and more. Michael has lived and worked in Philadelphia, New York City, Portland, and Zurich. He and his family moved to San Antonio in 2018 to be close to his wife’s family, South Texans for many generations.
Dr. Bruce Winders is a historian and author best known for serving as curator and historian of the Alamo in San Antonio from 1996 to 2019. A Ph.D. graduate from Texas Christian University, he helped shape public understanding of Texas history through exhibits, artifact preservation, and educational programs for millions of visitors. Widely respected for his deep knowledge and engaging storytelling, Winders has had a lasting impact on public history in Texas.
Terry Neal has been leading groups throughout the U.S. since 2018. Born and raised in the deep south, she loves to cook and dance, sometimes at the same time. She has over 30 years of customer service and hospitality experience, even working at a haunted plantation in Louisiana. While growing up, she traveled with her family to various locations in the U.S., but it wasn’t until her Air Force son was stationed in England that the travel bug took a deep bite.
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Keep the Pace: Walking up to 4 miles, climbing stairs. Getting on and off motor coach and barges with minimal assistance. Standing in a museum for up to two hours.
Suggested Reading List
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