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Fredericksburg Wine and Shopping Tour

4 hours

Easy

Small-group van tour of the Alamo Plaza, Mission San José, and key downtown landmarks. Downtown hotel pickup within 2.5 miles. Max 6 guests. Alamo is outside only.Spend a relaxed day in Fredericksburg exploring German heritage, boutique shopping, wineries, and Hill Country charm on a comfortable small group tour from San Antonio.

Explore San Antonio’s mission story and historic downtown in one connected small-group experience. Travel in a clean, air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz Metris with no more than six guests, with pickup and return from downtown hotels within 2.5 miles of Alamo Plaza.


Victor combines personal storytelling with reserved Alamo Church entry, an included narrated GO RIO River Walk cruise, a guided visit to Mission San José, and Tower of the Americas admission. Along the way, discover La Villita, Main Plaza, San Fernando Cathedral, the Spanish Governor’s Palace, and the Bexar County Courthouse.


The relaxed pace leaves time for photographs, questions, conversation, and mobility needs. Victor connects the missions, river, limestone, acequias, founding families, preservation stories, and local legends into one complete story. Pass Victor’s unofficial quiz to be adopted into the Five-Star family. A few surprises may appear along the way to help create special memories.

What's included?
  • Food & drinks
  • Entry or admission fee

Bottled water and light snacks

Reserved timed-entry visit to the Alamo Church, arranged in advance

Tower of the Americas observation deck admission

Narrated GO RIO River Walk cruise

Downtown hotel pickup and return within 2.5 miles of Alamo Plaza

Small-group transportation in an air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz Metris van

Exclusions
  • Bus fare
  • Tip or gratuity
  • Parking fees

Gratuities are not included but are always appreciated.

Pickup and return outside the 2.5-mile service area are not included.

Parking fees, public transportation, and personal expenses are not included.

Please note
  • Animals or pets allowed
  • Public transportation nearby
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Collapsible wheelchairs accommodated in vehicle
  • Minimal walking required - short walks at each mission stop (under 300 yards total). Suitable for most mobility levels.
  • Downtown hotel pickup only within 2.5 miles of Alamo Plaza. Pickup window is 8:00 to 8:25 AM for an 8:30 AM start. Please be ready outside at your pickup spot 10 minutes before your estimated pickup time. Driver wait time is up to 5 minutes after the first call or text. Outside the pickup area, meet at The Gunter Hotel driveway entrance, 311 N St Mary’s St, by 8:15 AM. Latest check-in 8:25 AM. Departs 8:30 AM.
What to bring

    Comfortable walking shoes. Some paths are uneven.
    Weather ready clothing. Light jacket in cooler months.
    Hat and sunscreen for sunny days.
    Phone or camera for photos.
    Any personal items you may need during the tour.
    Hat, sunscreen, sunglasses.
    Phone or camera for photos.
    Any personal items you may need during the tour.
    If you are bringing a child who needs a car seat or booster, please bring it.
    Mobility aids are welcome. Foldable wheelchairs work best if you can transfer into the vehicle.