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SAMPLE schedule for the 2023 Kentucky Derby Tours
SAMPLE OF 2023 TOUR
Offering a 5-night (May 2 – May 7) or a 3-night (May 4 – May 7) Kentucky Derby tour package.
Tuesday, May 2nd
Arrive in Louisville and transfer to our hotel, the Crowne Plaza Louisville. Tonight mingle with horse racing’s elite and get a sneak peak of the Derby connections at the KTA-KTOB Kentucky Derby Trainers’ Dinner and Cocktail Party.
Wednesday, May 3rd
Wake up early for our behind the scenes VIP backside tour of Churchill Downs stable area. Hear some backstretch gossip, enjoy breakfast at the Post Time Kitchen, and watch the morning workouts restricted to Oaks and Derby horses. Next we visit the Kentucky Derby Museum followed by our lunch, complete with bourbon tasting. This afternoon, see downtown Louisville and visit the Louisville Slugger Museum for a tour.
Thursday, May 4th
An exhilarating day lies ahead as we visit the Lexington area, complete with legendary horse breeding farms, historic Keeneland Race Course, the world famous Kentucky Horse Park, magnificent bronzes at Thoroughbred Park, the new Secretariat statue and picturesque Buffalo Trace Distillery, home of Pappy Van Winkle Whiskey. Delight in a Southern luncheon feast at Spindletop Hall, an elegant estate.
Friday, May 5th – Kentucky Oaks Day
Off to the races with the spotlight on the Kentucky Oaks (shuttle service provided to and from Churchill Downs) . From our private Clubhouse Box Seats, just past the finish line in Section 116, watch the horses up close and personal as they parade right in front of us before and after each race. Your seating includes unlimited food and drinks! We return to our hotel after the last race.
Saturday, May 6th – Kentucky Derby Day
The air is electric as we head off to Churchill Downs. Once there, we will enjoy the same spectacular seating as we did on Kentucky Oaks Day. Surround yourself with all the fun and excitement of the 149th Running of the Kentucky Derby. Your seating includes unlimited food and drinks! We return to our hotel after the last race.
Sunday, May 7th
Transfer to the airport as you savor the memories of your Kentucky Derby Tour.