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Embark on an epic self-drive tour into the heart of the Lone Star State.Your adventure will begin and end in Dallas, taking you all the way west to El Paso. Along the way, experience the cultural and musical highlights of Texas’ greatest cities, take in the breathtaking scenery of the Old West, and savour authentic Texan barbecue.

Tour Nights

  • Dallas: 2 nights
  • Arlington: 1 nights
  • Fort Worth: 1 nights
  • Grapevine: 1 nights
  • Amarillo: 2 nights
  • Lubbock: 1 nights
  • El Paso: 2 nights
  • Alpine: 1 nights
  • Fredericksburg: 1 nights
  • Austin: 2 nights
  • Waco: 1 nights
  • Tour CodeTour code: AWUSFD13
  • Accommodation GradeAccommodation Grade
  • Private TourPrivate Tour

Tour At a Glance

  • Enjoy live music at iconic venues in Dallas and Austin
  • Watch the famous cattle drive of the Fort Worth Herd
  • Stop at the Cadillac Ranch Route 66 icon in Amarillo
  • Go hiking in some of Texas’ most scenic national parks
  • Enjoy tastings in Texas Wine Country at Fredericksburg

Itinerary details

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  • Day 1 : Dallas
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    Take in the cultural highlights of Dallas, starting in the Arts District, home to the city’s top museums. Catch the Nancy Best’s fountain show at sunset, then enjoy some evening entertainment at the AT&T Performing Arts Center or catch a game at the American Airlines Center. 

  • Day 2 : Dallas - Arlington
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    Visit The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza to learn about the life and assassination of John F. Kennedy, then head west to Arlington. Get into the spirit of the Lone Star State at Stoney’s Dallas Cowboys Museum, tour the AT&T Stadium – home of the Dallas Cowboys – then enjoy the bars, restaurants and sports entertainment at nearby Texas Live! 

  • Day 3 : Fort Worth
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    Make the short drive to Fort Worth, where the Old West meets modern cosmopolitanism. Stroll through downtown, grad a bite at Sundance Square, then visit the Stockyards National Historic District. Witness the world-renowned cattle driveand savour some country music at legendary venues like Billy Bob’s. 

  • Day 4 : Grapevine
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    Explore Grapevine today. Start at the Main Station, home of the Harvest Hall food court and the Grapevine Observation Tower, where you can enjoy breathtaking 360-degree views. See the ‘Peace Circle’ sculpture, then board the Vintage Railroad before exploring the Historic Main Street District. 

  • Day 5 : Amarillo
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    Make a stop at Historic Nash Farm, a working 19th-century farmstead, then continue to Amarillo for a visit to the Historic Route 66 District for some shopping, dinner and evening entertainment. Don’t miss the iconic Cadillac Ranch, a true Route 66 landmark. 

  • Day 6 : Amarillo
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    Take a drive, hike or horseback ride through Palo Duro Canyon State Park, witnessing some of its stunning rock formations and canyon vistas. Witness Amarillo’s renowned sunrises and sunsets, dine at The Big Texan Steak Ranch & Microbrewery, and end your night at with some music at Starlight Ranch. 

  • Day 7 : Amarillo - Lubbock
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    Before leaving Amarillo, don’t miss a hike through the Wildcat Bluff Nature Center. Afterwards, head to Lubbock and explore one of the city’s interactive museums, such as the American Windmill Museum. Tour the iconic Buddy Holly Center, then visit of Texas’s High Plains vineyards for a tasting or meal pairing. 

  • Day 8 : El Paso
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    Journey to El Paso today, making your way up to Scenic Drive to admire a magnificent sunset over the city. Then make your way to Cattleman’s Steakhouse at Indian Cliffs Ranch for a classic Texan dinner and western experience. 

  • Day 9 : El Paso
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    Begin your day with a nature hike in one of El Paso’s beautiful State Parks, and then explore downtown, visiting the iconic Rocketbuster Handmade Custom Boots and the mural-covered El Segundo Barrio neighbourhood. Pay a visit to the El Paso Museum of Art, tour the National Border Patrol Museum, or walk along the El Paso Mission Trail. 

  • Day 10 : Alpine
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    En route to Alpine, stop at Balmorhea State Park and take a refreshing dip in the San Solomon Springs. Alpine is known as the ‘hub’ of Big Bend National Park, and is the best place to get the full West Texas experience. Visit the Macdonald Observatory in Fort Davis, or take a hike in the national park. Visit Marfa for some eccentric charm, then head back to Alpine for live music. 

  • Day 11 : Alpine - Fredericksburg
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    Take a short hike to ‘The Desk on Hancock Hill’ this morning for some incredible desert views, then journey back towards central Texas. Visit Fredericksburg’s lively main street for some local shopping and culture, and enjoy a tasting at one of the area’s many wineries. 

  • Day 12 : Austin
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    Make the short drive to Austin, the state capital, and start your exploration on the Lady Bird Lake hike and trail, where you can rent a paddle board or take an evening cruise. At nightfall, watch more than one million Mexican free-tailed bats take flight from under the Congress Avenue Bridge, then check out some of the trendy bars and food trucks on Rainey Street. 

  • Day 13 : Austin
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    Explore South Congress, a neighbourhood known for its vibrant murals and eclectic shops and eateries. Enjoy the beauty of Barton Springs, a spring-fed pool in the Hill Country woods in the centre of town. Sample Austin’s BBQ scene with a stop at Terry Black’s or Franklin’s BBQ, then head into 6th Street and the Red River Cultural District to visit some iconic live music venues. 

  • Day 14 : Waco
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    In Waco, explore Magnolia Market at the Silos, take some time out in the Old Church, then have a bite to eat atone of the local food trucks. Then visit Waco Surf, an inland waterpark for surfing, wakeboarding and beach relaxation. Next, visit the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum. 

  • Day 15 : Dallas
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    Continue north back to Dallas, where you can explore the historical neighbourhood of Blues Alley, the cradle of Texas Blues. Other vibrant neighbourhoods that you may wish to see include Deep Ellum, Lower Greenville and Uptown. Bid Dallas farewell at the Geo-Deck experience at Reunion Tower, for panoramic city views. 

  • Day 16 : Onward travel
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    Check out of you Dallas hotel this morning and return your rental car at the airport. 

Hotels

  •  Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Dallas
    Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Dallas
    Star Rating Dallas
  • Hilton Garden Inn Dallas/Arlington South
    Hilton Garden Inn Dallas/Arlington South
    Star Rating Arlington
  • Best Western Fort Worth Inn & Suites
    Best Western Fort Worth Inn & Suites
    Star Rating Fort Worth
  • Hilton Garden Inn DFW North Grapevine
    Hilton Garden Inn DFW North Grapevine
    Star Rating Grapevine
  • Red Roof Inn Amarillo West
    Red Roof Inn Amarillo West
    Star Rating Amarillo
  • Baymont by Wyndham Lubbock - Downtown Civic Center
    Baymont by Wyndham Lubbock - Downtown Civic Center
    Star Rating Lubbock
  • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham El Paso West Bartlett
    La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham El Paso West Bartlett
    Star Rating El Paso
  • Hampton Inn Alpine
    Hampton Inn Alpine
    Star Rating Alpine
  • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fredericksburg
    La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fredericksburg
    Star Rating Fredericksburg
  • Hilton Garden Inn Austin University Capitol District
    Hilton Garden Inn Austin University Capitol District
    Star Rating Austin
  • Hampton Inn & Suites Waco-South
    Hampton Inn & Suites Waco-South
    Star Rating Waco

Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Dallas Star Rating

Dallas
  •  Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Dallas

In a modern high-rise building 9 minutes’ walk from the Dallas World Aquarium, this upscale hotel is a mile from the Perot Museum of Nature and Science, and 4 miles from the Dallas Zoo.

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Hilton Garden Inn Dallas/Arlington South Star Rating

Arlington
  • Hilton Garden Inn Dallas/Arlington South

Set in a commercial area along I-20, and within walking distance of shops and restaurants, this laid-back hotel is 6 miles from AT&T Stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys, and 11 miles from Six Flags Over Texas.

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Best Western Fort Worth Inn & Suites Star Rating

Fort Worth
  • Best Western Fort Worth Inn & Suites

Off I-820, this laid-back hotel is a mile from the Texas Civil War Museum, 5 miles from the SeaQuest Fort Worth aquarium and 7 miles from Airfield Falls Conservation Park.

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Hilton Garden Inn DFW North Grapevine Star Rating

Grapevine
  • Hilton Garden Inn DFW North Grapevine

This airport hotel is less than an 8-mile drive from Bear Creek Golf Club, and under 10 miles from the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport.

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Red Roof Inn Amarillo West Star Rating

Amarillo
  • Red Roof Inn Amarillo West

This simple hotel on I-40 lies 1.5 miles from Don Harrington Discovery Center, with exhibits on the universe and weather, and 4 miles from Cadillac Ranch, a public art exhibit featuring half-buried cars.

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Baymont by Wyndham Lubbock - Downtown Civic Center Star Rating

Lubbock
  • Baymont by Wyndham Lubbock - Downtown Civic Center

Located off I-27, seven miles from Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB).

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham El Paso West Bartlett Star Rating

El Paso
  • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham El Paso West Bartlett

Off Interstate 10 and 7 miles from the University of Texas at El Paso, this traditional 4-story hotel is 16 miles from Franklin Mountain State Park.

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Hampton Inn Alpine Star Rating

Alpine
  • Hampton Inn Alpine

Located 2.8 miles from the Museum of the Big Bend, this modern hotel is also 3.5 miles from golf at the Alpine Country Club.

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fredericksburg Star Rating

Fredericksburg
  • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fredericksburg

A 5-minute drive from downtown, this casual lodging is also an 8-minute drive from the Gillespie County Airport.

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Hilton Garden Inn Austin University Capitol District Star Rating

Austin
  • Hilton Garden Inn Austin University Capitol District

In downtown Austin, this informal hotel is 9 minutes' walk from the Texas Capitol building and 13 minutes' walk from the University of Texas at Austin. It's 11 miles from Austin–Bergstrom International Airpo

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Hampton Inn & Suites Waco-South Star Rating

Waco
  • Hampton Inn & Suites Waco-South

Set off I-35, this modern hotel is an 8-minute drive from Baylor University and 7 miles from Cameron Park Zoo.

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What's Included?

  • Rental car on arrival or on day 1.
  • Services of a professional Tour Manager throughout.
  • Accommodations as specified or similar as mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Sightseeing as specified.
  • Taxes and service charges.

What's not Included?

  • International flight.
  • Visa fees.
  • Any personal expenses such as: phone calls, laundry, drinks, etc...
  • Any optional Tours or Meals unspecified in the above tour program
  • Any other services not mentioned in the itinerary and inclusion.

Additional Information

Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£) based on twin sharing.
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