Enjoy an unforgettable tour of Lexington with a friendly personal guide from ToursByLocals. Mingle with stars of the stables and explore this historic city with a private guide eager to show their home.

Go deep into thoroughbred industry in the Bluegrass Region with its many farms and splendid countryside scenery. A meet and greet with royalty can be arranged…with winners of the Kentucky Derby, of course.

There are wonderful street murals around the city to take in including dedications to Louis Armstrong. Get to know former First Lady, Mary Todd-Lincoln, with a visit to her childhood home downtown.

Kentucky supplies 95% of the world's bourbon and Bardstown is the holy grail, of sorts. Dive into the history of the industry while sampling some fine bourbons of Maker's Mark and Heaven Hill to name but a few.

A flexible schedule and itinerary, you are sure to have a truly authentic experience. Your ToursByLocals guide can customize an itinerary to make it a tailored experience.

Lexington

Bourbon's Home, Kentucky's Own: Lexington to Bardstown Full Day Bourbon Tour

Allow me to escort you to the world's most elite and legendary Bourbon distilleries. Central Kentucky, and specifically Bardstown KY, is the birthplace of this global phenomenon. We supply over 97% of the worlds Bourbon. Some of these facilities date back over two centuries and they still possess all of the mystique and tradition which brought them the global prominence enjoyed today.

Heaven Hill, Jim Beam, Willett and Barton's are just a few of the distilleries that call Bardstown home, among many many more. This cozy proximity allows us a full day of experiences, visuals and of course, tasting! Meet the masters as they parade their products right across the bar with breathtaking views of the Kentucky countryside as a comforting backdrop. There is nothing quite like the calming and peaceful escape into the world of the Kentucky Bourbon distillers.

We'll mix in history and horses on our journey and dine in the traditional Bluegrass manor. This will be a day to remember. . . the spirits of the Bluegrass.

Fee covers entrance fees plus pre and post tour narration related to how the distillery impacted both local and national history.

Step into the legendary Bourbon distilleries of the masters and taste the tradition of centuries!

The Heart of the Bluegrass and City Highlights Full Day Tour

Step back in time and relive the birth of the Bluegrass. We will visit historic sites which mark the beginning of this enchanted land.

You will learn about our impressive history regarding education and politics, both of which were pivotal in shaping the USA. We will tie these historical markers together with the origination of our world-renown thoroughbred horse industry and the remarkable genesis of Bourbon Whiskey.

Lexington Kentucky is nicknamed the Athens of the West for good reason. You will hear about the cultural and educational diversity dating back to 1775. You will stand where Abraham Lincoln stood on the courthouse steps.

You'll touch amazing thoroughbred horses, hear about their journey and see where they apply their talents at the most beautiful race track in the world. You will see how real Kentucky Bourbon is made, inspect the mash and drink straight from the distiller's whiskey thief.

There truly is no place like the Bluegrass. I anxiously await your arrival!

admission and/or related fees to selected distilleries and horse farms.

Discover the fascinating history and culture of Lexington and The Central Bluegrass Region with private transportation!

Meet The Elite: Lexington's Champion Horse Farms Full Day Tour

Central Kentucky, also known as The Bluegrass, is the epicenter of the thoroughbred horse racing and breeding world.

Come with me on a journey to meet these amazing equine legends. You will immediately sense an air of awe as you enter their circle and you will know you are in the presence of greatness.

You can meet Kentucky Derby winners, Preakness champions, and Belmont legends among many others. It's time to get up close and personal!

We will also take a historical tour of the Central Bluegrass Region to experience the background pertinent to the beginnings of the thoroughbred industry as well as the development of the United States, including the world-famous Jewel of the Bluegrass, Keeneland Race Track

If you have a particular champion thoroughbred you would like to meet please let me know and I will make arrangements for a meeting. Or, allow me to choose one of our world-famous farms for you.

These farms are steeped in history and tradition - come make the connection and meet The Elite with me!

Fee covers price of admission to select farm plus pre and post tour additions related to how each farm has had a specific impact on the racing industry and the Bluegrass community.

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