Kentucky Bike Tour
The Legendary Bourbon Trail – Louisville to Lexington
From $2,799 - $2,949 pp dbl. occ. | 5 days / 4 nights
(+$640 for sgl. occ.)
Kentucky breeds passion. Its bluegrass landscape nurtures prized Thoroughbreds and inspires musicians. Bourbon spirits are carefully crafted and revered here. Horse racing legacy turns up around every corner. Historic monuments and enchanting estates tell tales of the past. Southern hospitality nourishes its warm and welcoming culture. Before you know it, you might find yourself attached to all of Kentucky's obsessions.
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Kentucky
Start Louisville / End Lexington or Louisville
Highlights
- Follow the Kentucky Bourbon Trail and ride through stunning farmland with grazing horses and green as far as the eye can see
- Learn about the fine art of distilling and sample for yourself the craft and big-label bourbons that make Kentucky famous
- Tour a renowned Thoroughbred farm—meet and greet their famous stallions bred to race in the Derby
- Explore the roots of the Bluegrass State—from a historic Shaker community to traditional bluegrass music
Kentucky
Start Louisville / End Lexington or Louisville
Itinerary
Day 1 From Louisville, venture to true bluegrass country where our journey begins | Spin through rolling farmland, wooded areas and peaceful country roads | History unfolds in Harrodsburg with buildings dating back to the 1850s | Stay in Shaker Village, once the third largest Shaker community in the US | Dig in to down-home dishes made with ingredients from Shaker Village's farm.
Days 2-3 Ride an undulating route passing rushing rivers and verdant hillsides dotted with barns and lined with stacked stone walls | Get an up-close glimpse of the bourbon industry during a private distillery tour | Journey to Frankfort, the state's charming riverside capital city boasting a downtown rich in culture and historical architecture | Make yourself at home at Kentucky Castle, a striking medieval-inspired hotel complete with stone walls and turrets plus its own working farm | Follow postcard-perfect country lanes past expansive estates and grazing horses | Visit Woodford Reserve and taste their small-batch bourbon or mint julep ice cream.
Days 4-5 Ride through pastureland dotted with stables and Thoroughbreds near Lexington, often called the Horse Capital of the World | Engage with the four-legged residents of the Kentucky Horse Park, a working horse farm with museums and an equine theme park | Take time to wander around the exhibitions at our boutique hotel's contemporary art museum | Discover Lexington's historic neighborhoods and parks on a private walking tour.
The earlier you book, the more choice you'll have and the lower your price. And you can always change your mind — you won't be charged to transfer to a different trip before your final payment is due. View cancellation policy.
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C Classic Dates
2019 May
2019 October
Gather your favorite people to share a Backroads adventure on a ready-to-book Private Trip - featuring all the legendary Backroads hallmarks from expert leaders to unforgettable activities. You can pick from the selection of dates below for your group; some dates are only available for 16 or more guests while other dates are available for 8 or more guests. If your party has fewer than 8 guests, or your preferred date is not available, we'll create a departure just for you. Call or email us to reserve your date.
2019 Private Trip Pricing
- 10 or more guests: from $2,799 pp dbl occ
- 8 - 9 guests: from $3,299 pp dbl occ
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