Winery Day Trip to Texas Hill Country – From San Antonio

How about taking a Day Trip from San Antonio to the Wineries of Texas Hill Country?

The Wine Trail, Texas welcomes more than 5 million visitors every year.

There are 52 stunning wineries located all over the Texas Hill Country including Fredericksburg, Austin, New Braunfels and Lampasas. Every winery is known for its distinctive wine making process and flavors. RVers who are wine enthusiasts can go on this trail and stay at the Roadrunner RV Park.

Situated just beyond the city limits of San Antonio, the Texas Hill Country offers a wonderful opportunity for families and wine lovers to take tours of this breathtakingly beautiful region named ‘God’s Country’ by Lyndon Baines Johnson.

There are multiple tours on offer but this day trip from San Antonio to Texas Hill Country, TX is by far the most popular tour because it gives RVers and other tourists the chance to explore the sprawling vineyards surrounding San Antonio while soaking in the culture of this glorious wine region in a day’s time.

What does the Tour involve?

• An air-conditioned vehicle picks you up from your hotel in San Antonio on the day of the tour. A guide accompanies you throughout the tour.
• The distance between San Antonio, TX and Texas Hill Country is around 113 kms. From the comfort of the car, you can take in the visual treat that the 70 mile stretch of the Texas Hill Country offers.
• En route you get to spend time in the quaint little town of Fredericksburg, TX and experience the German influence. There are various local souvenir shops that you can visit to buy memorabilia. You can pleasure your palate with samples of the local food and wine served at a nearby cafe before rejoining the other members of the tour for the next part of the journey.
• You get to learn the process of wine making first hand at two wineries and enjoy multiple wine tastings of at least three wine varieties. If winery tours are available, then you can walk through the winding trails and enjoy nature’s bounty.
• The perfect way to enhance your knowledge about wines is to hear the guide’s commentary on the different wine varieties produced in the region.
• After spending the whole day walking through the scenic vineyards, strolling along the streets of Fredericksburg and shopping for antiques, you can relax in the car on the way back to the hotel in San Antonio.

Included in the tour

The day trip that you book includes wines tasting, the facility of pick up form and drop off at the hotel in San Antonio, conveyance in an air-conditioned van, accompaniment of a tour guide as well as local tax coverage. Wheelchair assistance is provided but this requirement needs to be specified during booking.

Excluded in the tour

Meals are not a part of the tour but lunch is available for purchase. You can opt for the local restaurants and cafes at Fredericksburg, TX.

Things to keep in mind

1. 1. There are no cancellation charges if you cancel the trip 7 days in advance.
   2. You should book ahead of time to ensure that seats are available on the date you want to travel and to get the best deals.
   3. The departure point is any hotel in San Antonio or the Alamo.
   4. The tour begins at 9 AM when the car comes to pick you up from the hotel.
   5. The trip lasts for around 8 hours.
   6. You are dropped at your hotel at the end of the tour.
   7. This tour is available 7 days a week.

Exploring Fredericksburg

The day trip to Texas Hill Country involves a 90 minute halt at Fredericksburg. This town has a lot of tourist attractions in the form of:

– Historic sites and museums like LJB National Historic Park and National Museum of the Pacific War

– Outdoor activities like rock climbing, kayaking and biking along the trails in nature parks

– Shopping along the Main Street for knick knacks in the antique shops, boutiques and art galleries

– Tasting Opa’s Smoked Meats which give an authentic taste of the German cuisine

– Enjoying a picnic at the Markplatz with its famous Maibaum (Maypole) and green lawns

Roadrunner RV Park for RVers

RVers can get accommodation at the Roadrunner RV Park if they do not wish to make the round trip back to San Antonio. The Roadrunner RV Park is located in all the major towns of the Texas Hill Country like Johnson City, Fort Stockton and El Paso, TX. The following amenities are provided at the Roadrunner RV Parks:

1. 1. 1. The campground includes tent camping sites, Big Rig access, showers and rest rooms.
      2. Wi-Fi connectivity is available and there is continuous supply of electricity and water.
      3. Pets are permitted on the campground.
      4. The park is family friendly and there is a camp store as well.
      5. Recreational vehicles of any size can be accommodated here.
      6. There is handicap accessibility to make things easier for the disabled.
      7. Public telephones can be used when needed.
      8. The rest rooms are heated and laundry service is provided.

The Roadrunner RV Park is a clean and safe place to rest for RVers. It is the best place for taking rest, cleaning up and having a meal.

The Texas Hill Country is perfect for camping. However, those who wish to return to San Antonio the same day can complete the tour. Try this eventful tour to enjoy the rugged beauty and rejuvenating climate of the Texas Hill Country and its wineries to make your trip to San Antonio even more special.