Texas by Rail

Texas by Rail Itinerary

• Day 1-2 Arrive in Dallas

  Fly to Dallas and transfer to your hotel by taxi or on the DART Orange Line to downtown Dallas where you will spend the next two nights. Dallas, made famous by the television show of the same name, is home to an array of interesting museums, spectacular architecture, great shopping and entertainment. Dallas is also where John F. Kennedy was tragically assassinated. The Sixth Floor Museum at the Dealey Plaza is a must visit whilst in the city where you can learn about the life of John F. Kennedy, and the events leading up to the assassination. For sports fans head to the AT&T Stadium home to the famous Dallas Cowboys American Football team.

• Day 3-5 Amtrak, Dallas to Fort Worth

  Take the short train journey to Fort Worth for some laid back wild west culture. This authentic cowboy town has wooden boardwalks, old fashioned store fronts and daily fun rodeos. Visit the National Cowgirl Museum and witness the exciting cattle drives that take place in the Stockyards district every day.

• Day 6-7 Amtrak, Fort Worth to Austin

  A four-hour train journey onboard Amtrak's Texas Eagle will lead you to Texas' exciting capital city Austin. It's all about the music and food in Austin, with over 200 live music venues playing country, rock 'n' roll, blues and jazz music. If you're into music don't miss the world-renowned South by Southwest Music Festival, held in early spring, it draws well known singers and bands from all over. If visiting during spring and summer, watch the nightly spectacle of the largest urban bat colony in the USA fly out from under the Ann Richards Congress Avenue Bridge at dusk. You certainly won't go hungry with so many restaurants in the city, everything from Tex-Mex spots to food trucks serving cuisine from all around the world.

• Day 8-10 Amtrak, Austin to San Antonio

  Late evening take the Texas Eagle service again for the approximately three hour train journey to charming San Antonio. Take a stroll along the city's famous River Walk - the most visited tourist attraction in the state, offering museums, food outlets and a variety of shops. You can also explore The Alamo, one of the nation's most famous historic sites. The fascinating museum details the history of Texas and the mission church, with exhibits that display battle artefacts including weapons and paintings. Head to the nearby San Antonio Missions National Historical Park to explore its four religious frontier missions, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and visit the awe-inspiring Natural Bridge Caverns, the largest underground attraction in Texas.

• Day 11 Homeward Bound

  Your Texas rail adventure is coming to an end and it's time to get a taxi transfer back to San Antonio airport for your homebound flight.