Kentucky Bourbon & Horses

Day One

Welcome to Kentucky! Your experience starts with “8 blocks of villainy”! During a Gangster Tour of Newport, Kentucky (walking or bus tour), see the infamous streets and historic buildings where notorious gangsters made their mark, ladies of the night made their livings, and the modern gaming industry began. Then settle in for a sip or few of one of Kentucky’s staples, bourbon whiskey, at Revival Vintage Spirits. See their collection of rare and priceless 50+ year old bourbons collected from around the world. As America’s foremost vintage spirits collector, owner Dusty Bonds refers to Revival as a combination of “American Pickers” and “Pawn Stars,” or even more lovingly as his “charity for bourbon lovers.” This evening, cruise along the Ohio River on a BB Riverboat dinner cruise. Enjoy delicious food and fun music and dancing as you take in views of the city lights of Cincinnati and Newport.

Day Two

After an included breakfast and check-out from the hotel, head to Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington. Celebrating the bond between humans and horses, Kentucky Horse Park is both a working horse farm and educational theme park, with multiple attractions. See the Hall of Champions, home to retired racing legends and other notable horses, and witness various breeds of horses on the working horse farm. Enjoy an included private lunch buffet before departing for Mill Ridge Farm. Near iconic Keeneland Racetrack, Mill Ridge Farm is renowned for raising and selling first class Thoroughbreds. After checking in to the hotel and freshening up, head to dinner at J. Render’s Southern Table and Bar, a local favorite! J. Renders is known for their high-quality southern-inspired cuisine, particularly BBQ, and its upscale and vibrant atmosphere.

Day Three

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before checking out and departing for Louisville. Here we’ll check in to the grandest hotel in Louisville, the historic Seelbach Hotel, the inspiration for The Great Gatsby. Take in the 120-year history of the hotel during a welcome reception and tour of the property. From Presidents to Mobsters to a wedding in The Great Gatsby, this tour will take you back to the roaring 20s, showcasing the hotel's unique history and architectural beauty. After an included lunch at a local restaurant, visit the Frazier History Museum, the official starting point of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. Dive into the history and culture of bourbon and enjoy bourbon related experiences. Explore “The Spirit of Kentucky” exhibit, detailing the distilling process and culture of bourbon. And of course, enjoy a bourbon tasting at the Museum! Don’t indulge too much, because from here it’s on to the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory! Take a guided tour and witness the bat-making process, take part in interactive displays and see the world’s largest bat, a 120-foot-tall steel structure outside of the building. Your tour includes an 18-inch souvenir bat to take home. Get refreshed at the hotel before dinner and bourbon tasting at Uncle Boojie’s Distilling Company. Visit the warehouse where you will learn the history of Uncle Boojie’s and taste bourbon straight from the barrel. And indulge in their ‘perfect down south country grub’ for dinner. Afterwards, take some time to explore Paristown, a historic art and entertainment district in Louisville, established in 1854.

Day Four

Get a good breakfast at the hotel, because this morning we visit Evan Williams Bourbon Experience for a tour and tasting. “See how bourbon’s done right” at Kentucky’s first licensed distiller, Evan Williams. Learn the history of Louisville and Whiskey Row and taste bourbons from their award-winning selection. After lunch at a favorite local restaurant, visit the Kentucky Derby Museum. Take a historic walking tour of Churchill Downs Racetrack, see “The Greatest Race”, a 360-degree immersive film and engage with interactive exhibits. Take part in Hatitude where you can design and create your own Kentucky Derby hat and take a class on how to place your bets! Then see the racing action live at Churchill Downs with dinner at Millionaires Row! Experience the elegance and comfort of Millionaires Row, featuring plush furnishings and breathtaking views of the finish line. This premium dining experience combines exciting horse racing action with delicious first-class dining. Enjoy watching the races on screen from the comfort of your table or on a tiered balcony that provides excellent views. On Derby Day, Millionaires Row tickets start at more than $5,400 per guest!

Day Five

After another delicious breakfast at the hotel, head back to the airport for your flight home.

FB=Full Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner