Sat, Apr 10: Fly to Dallas, Texas and take a short drive to Arlington for your first stop, the National Medal of Honor Museum. Newly opened in 2025, this inspiring museum honors the legacies of Americans who took extraordinary action in the service of others. Since the Civil War over 40 millions Americans have served in the armed forces, but fewer than 4,000 have received the Medal of Honor, the highest military decoration. Afterwards check into your hotel, ideally located in the quaint suburb of Grapevine. Freshen up before joining your fellow travelers for an award-winning performance at the Texas Star Dinner Theater. Test your investigative skills and solve the murder mystery at the center of the show, set in the wild west of 1880’s Texas. (Meals: Dinner)

Sun, Apr 11: After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Dealey Plaza in downtown Dallas. The plaza has a long history but is best known as the site of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Visit The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza located in the former Texas School Book Depository. The museum’s main exhibit features many artifacts and provides historical context for the events of November 22, 1963, and the aftermath of the assassination. Then head to Historic Downtown Grapevine, a walkable, preserved historic area with a year-round farmers market, one-of-a-kind shops, restaurants, and art galleries to wander through. End the day with a relaxing visit to a local winery with tasting included. (B)

Mon, Apr 12: Check out and depart the bustling city for the Ennis Bluebonnet Trail. Reaching their peak display in mid-to-late April, the stunning natural beauty of the bluebonnets will take your breath away. See why visitors come from near and far to marvel at the blooms! Mark a stop in Waco for free time to grab lunch and browse at Magnolia Market—featured on HGTV’s Fixer Upper. Take your time shopping in the Market, playing games on the lawn, checking out the garden, and dining at the food trucks located at the Silos. Then continue to the heart of Texas Hill Country, and the German settlement of Fredericksburg. After checking into the hotel, tonight is at your leisure. (B)

Tue, Apr 13: This morning, experience Fredericksburg’s small-town charm on a city tour with a local guide. Afterwards, dive deeper into the rich German heritage of the area with a visit to the Pioneer Museum. Stroll through a shaded, open-air village of historic homes and buildings where artifacts and exhibits vividly bring the story of the town’s German-Texan settlers to life. The afternoon is yours to explore Fredericksburg’s historic Main Street District where you’ll find more than 150 shops, boutiques and art galleries as well as dozens of restaurants, wine tasting rooms, a brewpub, two museums and more! Rejoin the group for a farewell dinner with Texas flare this evening. (B,D)

Wed, Apr 14: Enjoy a leisurely morning before checking out of the hotel. On your way out of town stop for lunch and a tour of a local brewery. Afterwards visit nearby Johnson City, hometown of the 36th President of the United States, Lyndon B. Johnson. Explore the visitor center of the Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park and Johnson’s Boyhood Home. Fly home from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. (B,L)