Private UNESCO Missions Tour in San Antonio

Overview

San Antonio ProTours is locally owned by world traveler, history teacher, television actor and professional guide Michael Robinson. You will walk amongst the ruins and renovations of these iconic structures as you learn accurate history about their formation, inhabitants, and the human struggle. You will hear historically accurate information at each of the four missions coupled with thoughtful conversation and lots of laughs (former stand-up comic;).

By the end of your tour, you will feel inspired by these sites, their history and significance, and happy to have made a new friend in San Antonio!

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Associate member of the Professional Tour Guide Association of San Antonio

City: San Antonio

Tue 24 Dec

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Starting at $79.00

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Tue 24 Dec

Starting at $79.00

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What's Included

Transportation

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

What To Expect

Mission Espada

Southern-most mission of the five in San Antonio, this location is the start of your tour and will lay the foundational context for the rest of the tour. You will walk into the interior of this mission, hear interesting information about its' inhabitants and the Friars, as well as, the construction and layout of the mission. You will also have an opportunity to walk into the church that looks as it did in the 1700's.

Mission San Juan

Just five minutes from the first stop at Mission Espada, this mission has a fully renovated church that is not only charming, but impressive in its' reconstruction and the highlight of this stop. Hear about the inhabitants at this location, the construction of this mission, and what life was like for them. You will visit a small museum that has wonderful displays of materials used by the inhabitants, the use water for agriculture, among interesting other information.

Mission San Jose

The "Queen of the Missions" is the largest and most renovated mission in San Antonio. This huge mission is arguably the most important here because of the massive amounts of food that was cultivated and shared with the smaller missions. Here, you will walk into one of the apartments of the inhabitants, experience the Convento where the Friars and soldiers slept, walk through the beautiful domed church, and see the gorgeous facade of the church while you hearing stories of its' creation and renovation. And, of course, see and hear all about the iconic Baroque architectural piece known as the Rose Window. This stop includes a few minutes to peruse the gift shop as well.

Mission Concepcion

Mission Concepcion is hands down the most charming of all the missions. Hear about its' inhabitants, what life was life at this location, and learn about the creation of its' duel bell tower church, the oldest stone church in the US! You will see a 250 year old fresco, a fascinating ocular display, and the interior of the church where you will be humbled by its' beauty. You will see some other architectural highlights here, but those a secret and I can't wait to tell you all about them!

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (53)

102kerir

Mar 2022

Our tour guide Michael was absolutely excellent. He picked us up at our Hotel. From the moment we entered his vehicle the tour started. He was informative and funny and just an absolute delight. Highly recommend!!!

Response from Host

Mar 2022

Thank you so much for this review! You too were a joy to be with from the start. Thanks for making how I make a living for my family wonderful. Best to you! Michael

Vicki C

Mar 2022

Michael was amazing and very informative. Great personality and would recommend him to others. Enjoyed our tour sooo much! Thanks again! 🥰😁

Response from Host

Mar 2022

WOWZA! Y'all were a lot of fun as well! Thanks for your kind words and choosing ProTours. Best to you! Michael

jeffsV848RV

Mar 2022

Michael was a wonderful tour guide. He was very informative and entertaining. He adjusted very well to the changing group preferences including the depth of discussion, time spent at stops and even adding additional stops of interest. We had a 20 person group and saw Pearl, Missions, Fredericksburg, Luckenback, winery, Japanese tea garden etc. He arranged our airport transportation and it worked out great as we toured upon arrival before hotel check-in and did another tour after checkout before the airport drop. I highly recommend!

Response from Host

Mar 2022

Thanks so much Jeff! We sure had a lot of fun and I am glad you all enjoyed our interactions, my services, and engaging tours. Have a great year! Michael