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Sightseeing Tour + Tower HOP-ON HOP-OFF TOUR STOPS People absolutely love our unique Hop On, Hop Off tour route.  We start out in Alamo Plaza and immediately give you the double decker view of the beautiful Alamo.  From there we head north towards the San Antonio Museum of Art, the Pearl Brewery Complex, and much more.  And of course you are free to get off and explore at any of our 18 stops.  If you do, just go back to where we dropped you off and wait for our next bus to arrive.  We typically have four double deckers operating so we get to each stop every 20 to 30 minutes.  Take a look at our route below and buy online or come see us in Alamo Plaza.  You will love it!  Our tour stops include: The Alamo Once home to Spanish Missionaries as Mission de Valero, it is the site of the Battle Of The Alamo in 1836. The Pearl Brewery A culinary and cultural destination along the banks of the river. San Antonio Museum of Art House the largest and most comprehensive collection of ancient Egyptian, Greek, Roman and Asian art in the Southwest United States. VFW Post 76 The oldest Veterans of Foreign Wars Post in the United States. Augie’s BBQ Restaurant Great Texas BBQ in the heart of Downtown San Antonio Riverwalk/Museum Reach We stop at the Wyndham Garden Riverwalk Hotel where you can explore the beautiful Museum Reach section of the Riverwalk. Tobin Center Home to resident performing arts groups and major music and theatrical acts visiting San Antonio.  (Bus stop is directly in front of the El Tropicano Hotel) The Scottish Rite Cathedral Completed in 1924 at a cost of $1.5 million dollars.  A six story building in the style of a classic revival temple.  Serves as a meeting place for the Scottish Rite Masonry. Hipolito F. Garcia Federal Building Historic courthouse and post office located in Alamo Plaza.  (Bus stop across the street from the Emily Morgan Hotel) Buckhorn Saloon and Texas Ranger Museum An immersive Texas experience.  Explore the Museum’s Hall of Horns, and the Texas Ranger Museum and Ranger town. Riverwalk/River Cruise Ride One story above the river, visit St. Mary’s Catholic Church, the Majestic, Aztec and Empire Theaters.  Also a great location for guests of the Hotel Valencia, the Drury Inn and Drury Plaza, the Omni La Mansion Hotel and the Holiday Inn Riverwalk to hop on and hop off. San Fernando Cathedral/Spanish Governor’s Palace Founded in 1731 and is the oldest continuously functioning religious community in Texas.  The Spanish Governor’s Palace was constructed in the early 18th century as the “Presidio San Antonio de Bejar”.  It marked Spanish settlement under King Ferdinand VI. Market Square/El Mercado Visitors and residents alike visit El Mercado for authentic Mexican dining, music, and treasures.  Located in the “Zona Cultura”. King William Historic District The Blue Star Arts Complex, the Guenther House, the King William District, and Southtown.  An area know for it’s diverse community, art galleries, restaurants and Victorian era homes. Villa Finale Visitor Center Stop Tour the museum and gardens of preservationist Walter Mathis.  (Bus stop in front of the Friendly Spot) Yanaguana Garden Public art display and playground. Tower of the Americas/La Villita The 750 foot tall Tower of the Americas provides guests with the most spectacular view of the Alamo City.  Enjoy the gorgeous panorama view from the Tower’s Observation Deck and experience the thrilling 4D Theater Ride.  La Villita is the historic art village and one of San Antonio’s first neighborhoods. The Shops at Rivercenter Mall Shops, stores, the movie Alamo The Price Of Freedom at the IMAX, restaurants, bars, movie theaters, and the Rivercenter Lagoon. The Tower is 750 foot tall Tower of the Americas Observation Deck and thrilling 4D Theater Ride.  The Tower provides guests with the most spectacular view of the Alamo city.  Enjoy the gorgeous panorama view from the Tower's Observation Deck and experience the thrilling 4D Theater Ride.  

Join us on a fun and relaxing Napa Valley Wine Tour on one of our luxury coaches. During our full day tour from San Francisco, you will visit renowned Napa Valley and Sonoma Wineries for tasting, learn about winemaking techniques, and shop for wines and souvenirs in local shops. Taste the finest wines of Napa Valley, have lunch and shop in Yountville, and enjoy the picturesque drive over the Golden Gate Bridge through fantastic Napa Wine Country on our wine country tour. Napa and Sonoma are world-famous for their fine wine and beautiful scenery. Learn about wine from our expert guides as you travel north to California’s Premiere wine country. You’ll learn the area’s history of wine making, from the early Spanish missionaries who brought grapevines from Europe to the Forty-Niners who served wines in their saloons. Then tour wineries and see how grapes are picked, crushed, blended and bottled; walk through beautiful vineyards with your tour guide and then taste the finished product. There will also be time for lunch at Historical Sonoma Square or Vintage 1870 in the heart of Napa.  Once you reach the historic wine regions, you'll visit a mix of boutique and large-scale wineries, with approximately an hour of traveling between each. The tour includes stops at the following locations: Nicholson Ranch Winery (Sonoma); Madonna Estate, Mt. St. John (Napa); lunch in Yountville at V Marketplace (Yountville); Sutter Home (Napa).

** None of these Pearl Harbor Tours include the USS Arizona Memorial movie/boat tour, please visit recreation.gov for these tickets. Also the National Park Service offers over 1,300 free walk-in tickets each day for the USS Arizona Memorial Tour on a first-come, first-served basis. Be sure to come early for these walk up tickets, the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center is open daily from 7am. Pearl Harbor Historic Parks ticket counter, also located in the courtyard of the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center. Check In Policy & Maximizing Your Time Visitors with ticket reservations are required to check in at the National Park Service ticket counter one hour before their tour time. If you check in late, the National Park Service reserves the right to reassign your tour tickets. We highly recommend starting at the Visitors Center’s museum before embarking to the memorial. No Bag Policy For security reasons, no purses, backpacks, fanny packs, diaper bags, large camera cases or luggage is allowed at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center. Valuables should not be left in your vehicle. Bag storage is available at the entrance for a fee of $3 per bag. We recommend that visitors bring in their wallets, ID, water, cameras and cellphones. Strollers Strollers are allowed in the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, but not in the theaters or on shuttle boats to the USS Arizona Memorial. While strollers may be parked at the theaters and picked up once visitors return from the Memorial, the National Park Service is not responsible for monitoring strollers or other personal items left behind. Restrooms There are public restroom facilities available at the Visitor Center; visitors are encouraged to use the facilities at the Visitor Center before beginning their Arizona Memorial Program. Food and Beverage Other than clear bottled water, no food or drinks are allowed in the theater, on the shuttle boats, or at the USS Arizona Memorial. Dress Attire Civilian Visitors are reminded that they are visiting a site of tremendous loss of life in service to our country. Sandals are permissible, but bathing suits or profane T-shirts are discouraged. Military Military visitors to the USS Arizona Memorial are within the boundary of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, and military regulations relating to military dress are enforced by Navy personnel. Per the Pacific Commander, military visitors in uniform are required to dress in Class B or better in order to gain access to the shuttle boats to the USS Arizona Memorial. Battle dress uniform is not allowed on the USS Arizona Memorial, though it is allowed throughout the Visitor Center and at sites on Ford Island. Military visitors are welcome to wear civilian clothes when they visit.

1 Day Miami & Everglades Tour A whirlwind tour with airboats and alligators, sightseeing and shopping.    Airboat ride through the amazing ecosystem of the Everglades – globally important wetlands.   Come face to face with a real Florida local -- the alligator!   Participate in an alligator handling – if you dare.   Hang out and shop in the world-famous South Beach, Miami: designer boutiques, stores, over 100 restaurants, and the pure-white beach.   Explore the historical Art Deco district in Miami – stunning!   Begin your adventure in the Everglades with an airboat ride. Then, you get to participate in an alligator-handling show with some great photo opportunities. End your day with a visit to Florida’s famous “melting pot” of Miami’s South Beach. Explore the magnificent Art Deco district, top up your tan on the world-famous South Beach and be sure to sample the traditional cuisine available in any one of the over 100 restaurants. Don’t forget shopping! Miami’s famous designer stores and boutiques await you! Packed breakfast is also included on the journey down. 

ICON Orlando is bubbling with new experiences! The 400-foot observation wheel takes guests on an aerial journey of Central Florida, offering 360-degree views of theme parks and attractions, downtown Orlando skyline, and on clear days, Florida’s east coast, all within the comfort of 30 air-conditioned capsules. Select capsules have been transformed to offer the ultimate VIP experience, featuring special décor, an upbeat music selection, selfie sticks, bottle caps seats and complimentary Coca-Cola coolers. Enjoy a refreshing beverage and take in the beautiful views aboard the tallest observation wheel on the North American east coast. At night, the Eye lights up in a rainbow of colors and adds another 64,000 LED lights to the theme park capital of the world. Thus, the attraction is also worth a visit in the dark – not only for those wanting to see the city turn its lights on, but also for photographers wanting to capture the Ferris wheel itself.  Sleuth's Mystery Dinner Shows Your evening begins by entering one of our three intimate theatres where you are greeted and treated like an invited guest by our outrageous characters. Nibble on your salads, dinner rolls, crackers and our signature cheese spread as you watch for anything or anyone suspicious! Once everyone is assembled you will be treated to a hilarious 45 minute comedy mystery where all the clues are presented and you help us solve the crime. Enjoy a delicious dinner as your table becomes a team and formulates insightful (and not so insightful) questions for the live interrogation. After dinner, our detective moves around the room, allowing each table to ask their questions and uncover additional clues. It’s improvisational comedy that will have you in side-splitting laughter as you solve the crime! Your evening concludes with your choice of a yummy “mystery” dessert as you make your final guess as to who committed the crime. Then, watch as our detective unveils the actual criminal and then awards fun prizes to those of you who were successful Sleuths! Menu Before the show: Fresh greens salad Assorted crackers and our signature cheese spread Dinner rolls with butter Hot and cold hors d'oeuvres Choice of Entrée: Honey-glazed Cornish Game Hen with herbed stuffing, sweet potato, vegetables, and cranberry sauce. Prime Rib dinner ($6.00 extra + tax) with baked potato and vegetables. Four Cheese Lasagna (with or without meatballs, your choice) with vegetables and garlic bread. For children age(s) 3 to 11 - Child portioned meal including chicken tenders, mac-n-cheese, and green beans. Mystery Dessert: If we told you, it wouldn't be a mystery would it? Beverages (all drinks are included in the ticket price): Bud Bud Light White Zinfindel Chardonnay Cabernet Pepsi Diet Pepsi Sierra Mist Mug Root Beer Tropicana Orange Soda Sweet Iced Tea Brewed Unsweetened Tea Coffee Hot Tea