Each December, thousands of luminaries glow beneath cypress trees and stone bridges along the San Antonio Riverwalk. Our festive getaway takes advantage of this special time of year with candlelit strolls, fun-filled day trips, and explorations of the region’s fascinating history. From the Alamo to Austin to the rolling countryside, we’ll experience the many sides of Texas — Spanish missions, German heritage, presidential legacy, and holiday traditions.
December 3-7, 2026
Itinerary Highlights:
- Four nights in one hotel in San Antonio
- San Antonio city tour
- San Jose Mission
- IMAX presentation: The Price of Freedom
- The Alamo
- Riverwalk cruise
- Austin city tour
- Texas State Capitol
- LBJ Library and Museum
- National Museum of the Pacific War
- Fredericksburg
- Texas Hill Country wine tasting
- Fiesta de las Luminarias
Package Includes:
- Round-trip airfare from Raleigh-Durham International Airport or Charlotte Douglas International Airport
- Four nights’ hotel accommodations
- Six meals: four breakfasts and two dinners
- All sightseeing and admissions per itinerary
- Deluxe motor coach transportation
- Professional tour director
- Our State host
- Wine and beer reception
- Hotel transfers
- Baggage handling at hotels
Accommodations:
- Four nights in San Antonio: Holiday Inn San Antonio-Riverwalk, Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk, or The Westin Riverwalk
Note: Hotels are subject to change.
Detailed Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival
Thursday, December 3, 2026
Arrive in San Antonio — the Alamo City — and transfer to your Riverwalk-area hotel for a four-night stay. The city’s Spanish roots and multicultural heritage are woven into its plazas, missions, and neighborhoods, but nowhere is its spirit more present than along the Riverwalk. Here, the San Antonio River curves beneath cypress trees and stone bridges, past cafés and galleries that glow in the evening light. Tonight, gather with your fellow Our State travelers for a wine and beer reception followed by a welcome dinner.
Meals: Dinner
Overnight: Holiday Inn San Antonio-Riverwalk, Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk, or The Westin Riverwalk in San Antonio
Day 2: San Jose Mission • The Alamo • Riverwalk cruise
Friday, December 4, 2026
After breakfast, set out on a guided tour of San Antonio. Visit San Jose Mission — often called the “Queen of the Missions” — beautifully restored in the 1930s by the Works Progress Administration. This afternoon, view the IMAX presentation The Price of Freedom, recounting the 1836 Battle of the Alamo. Then step into the Alamo itself, where the chapel stands as one of the most recognized landmarks in the country. Later, enjoy a leisurely Riverwalk cruise, drifting beneath bridges and balconies while learning more about the city’s past and present. The evening is yours to explore and dine at your own pace.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Holiday Inn San Antonio-Riverwalk, Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk, or The Westin Riverwalk in San Antonio
Day 3: Austin • LBJ Library and Museum
Saturday, December 5, 2026
Travel north through the rolling hills of Central Texas to Austin, the state capital. On a guided city tour, see the Texas State Capitol, whose pink granite dome rises prominently above downtown. Visit the LBJ Library and Museum on the campus of The University of Texas at Austin, where exhibits chronicle the life and legacy of President Lyndon B. Johnson. Return to San Antonio for an evening at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Holiday Inn San Antonio-Riverwalk, Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk, or The Westin Riverwalk in San Antonio
Day 4: Hill Country • Fredericksburg • Fiesta de las Luminarias
Sunday, December 6, 2026
Today we journey into the Texas Hill Country, where limestone outcroppings and live oaks frame the road. Stop in Fredericksburg, founded by German immigrants in 1846 and still marked by its European heritage. Visit the National Museum of the Pacific War, dedicated to the men and women who served under Admiral Chester Nimitz in the Pacific during World War II. Afterward, enjoy time on your own to browse local shops or find lunch at one of the town’s cafés. Later, gather for a wine tasting at a local Hill Country winery. With more than 100 wineries in the region, winemaking here continues a tradition that began nearly two centuries ago. This evening, return to San Antonio for a farewell dinner at a popular local restaurant. Afterward, stroll the Riverwalk to experience the Fiesta de las Luminarias, when thousands of candles line the pathways, casting a soft glow along the water — a tradition that turns an evening walk into something quietly unforgettable.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight: Holiday Inn San Antonio-Riverwalk, Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk, or The Westin Riverwalk in San Antonio
Day 5: Departure
Monday, December 7, 2026
Transfer to the airport for your flight home, filled with wonderful memories of your San Antonio holiday. Want to share your memories with fellow travelers? Post your favorite pictures in the Our State Travel Club Facebook group.
Meals: Breakfast
Tour Rates:
Discounted rate*: $3,049 per person (based on double occupancy)
Regular rate: $3,149 per person (based on double occupancy)
Single rate: $3,899 ($3,799 with booking discount*)
*Make your final payment by check prior to the final payment due date and receive a booking discount of $100 per person.
For Reservations & More Information:
Premier World Discovery
Melissa Grant
(877) 953-8687, ext. 238 (Pacific Time)
mgrant@premierworlddiscovery.com
Online booking option: Click here and use booking number 215263 to make your deposit online.
This tour is rated Activity Level 3 of 4 — Active. For more information on physical requirements and what to expect on an Our State trip, click here.
