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SIGNATURE JOURNEYSHONKY TONK

TEXASWith special guest Doug Bruce~10 September 2016

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Honky Tonk Texas18 Days | Dallas | Conroe | Houston | San Marcos | San Antonio | Luckenbach | Fredricksburg | Bandera | Austin | Brady| Forth Worth| Denton | Aubrey

Day 3: Monday 12th September, 2016 HoustonTime to check out Texas’s most famous music store, Cactus Music. Browse the great selection of new releases and old classics, and stick around and enjoy some live music. Cactus Music always has great in-store performances from all different kinds of artists. You will also have the opportunity to visit the Johnson Space Centre, for the astro enthusiast.Accommodation: Embassy Suites Downtown Houston

Day 4: Tuesday 13th September, 2016 Houston – San Marcos – San AntonioTravel by coach to San Marcos and the Cheatham Street Warehouse, the birthplace of George Strait and the Ace in the Hole Band. Strait played his first 60 shows at Cheatham Street before becoming one of the most successful country artists in history. In the early ‘80s, another famous Texan, Stevie Ray Vaughan called Cheatham Street his home. Arrive late afternoon into San AntonioAccommodation: Sheraton Gunter Hotel San Antonio

Day 5: Wednesday 14th September, 2016 San AntonioSan Antonio is where you will find a true taste of cowboy culture. The Italian-born Salvatore Lucchese travelled to San Antonio to set up Lucchese Boots in 1883, which eventually became the boot of choice for cowboys and country artists the world over. This afternoon take a cruise along the river.Accommodation: Sheraton Gunter Hotel San Antonio

Day 6: Thursday 15th September, 2016 San AntonioThis morning see the signts including the famous battle fields of The Alamo. Then travel to Helotes and the Honky Tonk Café for an optional lunch, possibly indulge in their world famous tomales. Randy Rogers likes them so much he recorded a live album at Floore’s called Homemade Tamales. The venue has hosted everyone from Elvis to Little Richard and is known fondly as the “birthplace” of Willie Nelson. This evening enjoy entertainment at Gruene Hall. Established in 1878, Gruene is the oldest dance hall in Texas, hosting some of the best in Texas music most nights, from heritage artists to modern stars. Very little about the venue has changed since the 1800s. Accommodation: Sheraton Gunter Hotel San Antonio

Day 7: Friday 16th September, 2016 San Antonio – Luckenbach – Fredricksburg – Bandera - Austin Head down the road to the Luckenbach General Store. Pick up a souvenir or two from the spot made famous by several songs, including “Everybody is Somebody” and “Ain’t Nobody Feelin’ No Pain”, by Waylan Jennings.Depart for Bandera, just outside Austin, for dinner and evening entertainment at the 11th Street Cowboy Bar.Accommodation: Embassy Suites Downtown Austin

Day 8: Saturday 17th September, 2016 AustinMorning sightseeing including Texas Music Museum, and the Stevie Ray Vaughn and Willie Nelson statues. In the afternoon take an optional guided visit to the state house.Accommodation: Embassy Suites Downtown Austin

AustinStevie Ray Vaughn statue, Dallas

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

Special Guest Doug Bruce~

Services of a Signature Journeys Tour Director~

Return economy flights with Qantas – SYD – MEL – BNE

15 nights premium accommodation

Daily Breakfast

Welcome reception

Farewell Dinner

2 specialty dinners

All transport and transfers as shown in the itinerary

Day 1: Saturday 10th September, 2016Australia – DallasArrive into Dallas and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy an evening welcome get together.Accommodation: Sheraton Dallas

Day 2: Sunday 11th September, 2016 Dallas – Conroe - HoustonEarly start today as you make your way to Houston. Explore Lefty Frizzell Museum in Conroe, filled with all that is country music and Texas. Arrive in Houston and enjoy some evening entertainment.Accommodation: Embassy Suites Downtown Houston

Day 9: Sunday 18th September, 2016AustinNo trip to Austin is complete without a visit and a few drinks at the famous Cactus Café. A world-class acoustic listening room since 1979, you can feel the magic sitting in the room.Accommodation: Embassy Suites Downtown Austin

Day 10: Monday 19th September, 2016Austin – Brady – Fort WorthEarly start today as you make your way to the Heart of Texas Country Music Museum in Brady, where you’ll see artifacts from all sorts of country greats, from Loretta Lynn to Johnny Cash to George Strait. The museum started after a local radio station began receiving the items from the performers themselves, thanks to its “Hillbilly Hits” program. Accommodation: Embassy Suites Downtown Fort Worth

Day 11: Tuesday 20th September, 2016Fort Worth - DallasDay trip into Dallas and visit many sites including the Dealey Plaza Museum where Lee Harvey Oswald was when he allegedly shot President Kennedy.Accommodation: Embassy Suites Downtown Fort Worth

Day 12: Wednesday 21st September, 2016Fort Worth Full day of leisure at the Stockyards historical district, including the famous Billy Bobs, The Gunfighter and much more.Accommodation: Embassy Suites Downtown Fort Worth

Day 13: Thursday 22nd September, 2016 Fort Worth – DentonCoach to Denton with an afternoon at leisure.Accommodation: Hilton Garden Inn Denton

Day 14: Friday 23rd September, 2016Denton - Aubrey - Denton

Morning free then take an excursion in the afternoon to Aubrey, Doug’s hometown where he will show you around ‘His Texas’. Return to Denton for overnight.Accommodation: Hilton Garden Inn Denton

Day 15: Saturday 24th September, 2016 Denton – Aubrey – DentonHead back to Aubrey for more of Doug’s hometown memories. Doug may even have an exclusive surprise up his sleeve just for you. Accommodation: Hilton Garden Inn Denton

Day 16: Sunday 25th September, 2016Denton – Dallas – SydneyYour Texas holiday concludes. You will transfer to the airport in the afternoon for your return flight.

Day 17: Monday 26th September 2016In flight

Day 18: Tuesday 27th September 2016Arrive back into Australia

Dosey Doe Music Cafe, HoustonSan Antonio

18 DAY HONKY TONK TEXAS

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Single Supplement from $2,765* per personDeparts 10th September2016

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