Bourbon & Horse Country

Curated experiences that immerse guests in Kentucky's rich bourbon heritage. Our tours provide exclusive access to renowned distilleries, allowing guests to explore historic facilities and sample a variety of premium bourbons.

Public Tours

This ticketed tour combines Kentucky’s Horse Country and Bourbon Country into a full day of adventure! The itinerary includes guided transportation, a horse farm tour at Kismet Thoroughbred Farm, 2 distillery experiences at Woodford Reserve and Whiskey Thief, along with a local lunch.

  • Bourbon & Thoroughbreds

    Kismet Horse Farm, Woodford Reserve & Whiskey Thief

    This ticketed tour combines Kentucky’s Horse Country and Bourbon Country into a full day of adventure! The itinerary includes guided transportation, a horse farm tour at Kismet Horse Farm, 2 distillery experiences at Woodford Reserve and Whiskey Thief, along with a local lunch.

    $209
  • Horse Country

    Immerse yourself in Kentucky's Horse Country with past and future Derby stars at two thoroughbred horse farms.

    On this full-day adventure, you'll visit two beloved horse farms and learn the secrets of breeding and raising a viable race horse. Lunch at a local, Southern-inspired restaurant is also included.

    $299

The Details

  • tour description

    This ticketed tour combines Kentucky’s Horse Country and Bourbon Country into a full day of adventure! The itinerary includes guided transportation, a horse farm tour at Kismet Horse Farm, 2 distillery experiences at Woodford Reserve and Whiskey Thief, along with a local lunch.

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  • What's Included

    • Luxury Guided Transportation: Relax as we navigate the scenic bluegrass landscape.
    • Woodford Reserve Distillery: A tasting highlighting their iconic, handcrafted bourbons.
    • Kismet Thoroughbred Farm: Exclusive access to a charming horse farm.
    • Whiskey Thief Distilling Co.: Tour their stillhouse, sampling up to 5 Bourbons and/or Whiskeys straight from the barrel.
    • Local Lunch: Indulge in a delicious meal at a favorite local eatery.
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  • Additional information

    Check-in details

    Public tours depart from the Mint Julep Hub in the Omni Louisville Hotel. Please check in at least 15 minutes before your departure time. Your tour leader will check you in, give you a wristband, and lead you to the bus as a group.

    What to bring

    • Wear closed-toe shoes
    • Dress is casual
    • You may bring a cooler (limited 12×12 or smaller on public tours) with snacks and beverages (non-alcoholic) on the bus.
    • Gratuity (15-20% suggested)

    Please Note
    All Mint Julep Tours vehicles are non-smoking. Possession of firearms or other weapons is strictly prohibited.

    Company policy dictates that no alcohol may be consumed before a tour of a horse farm or cooperage for safety reasons.

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Look no further! Book with Mint Julep!
I did 2 tours the first with Cindy and Gary the driver. I loved the tour. First class experience. Cindy is a great guide and Gary is a top driver! You couldn’t ask for more in the tour. We were taken round some amazing distilleries and truly looked after by Mint Julep. The second was with the amazing driver guide Dan. Dan’s knowledge and enthusiasm is amazing! He really went the extra mile in looking after us....

Ralph R.

02/02/2025

Great Bourbon-Great Tour
From planning to packing for the return home - Mint Julep was AWESOME! 10 of us had the idea to hit the Bourbon trail, but didn't want to drive. We found Mint Julep and connected with Jeannie who is the best, most detailed travel planner around. She knows the best tours, tastings and horse farms, and worked out the times and activities perfectly. When we got to Louisville, we met our driver Kenny. He is knowledgeable about Bourbon, Kentucky and so much more. For 2 days we sipped, tasted, toured, petted horses, learned about distilling, rik houses and thoroughbreds. The vans are clean and comfortable. We were dropped at the front door, helped in and out, provided with water, helped with purchases and more. If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Go and enjoy this experience...and book with Mint Julep-you'll have a blast!...

Joanne M.

05/09/2024

Birthday Bourbon Trip!
My friend took treated me to a day tour for my birthday. It was top shelf and then some!!! Rabbit Hole (Louisville), Bulleit (Shelbyville), Buffalo Trace and a delicious lunch at Limewater (both in Frankfort). Tom R was our guide and he was excellent. Highly recommend Tom & Mint Julep! Professional, knowledgeable and just plain fun. And a shout out to our driver Nelson without whom we’d never made it to these super Kentucky distilleries...

Margaret H.

12/02/2025

Best Tour I’ve ever experienced!
First time on the Bourbon Trail, and I highly recommend going with Mint Julep Experiences to book your tour! Great day had by all, tour guide was very knowledgeable about the Louisville area and distilleries....

Becky R.

07/11/2024

Look no further! Book with Mint Julep!
I did 2 tours the first with Cindy and Gary the driver. I loved the tour. First class experience. Cindy is a great guide and Gary is a top driver! You couldn’t ask for more in the tour. We were taken round some amazing distilleries and truly looked after by Mint Julep. The second was with the amazing driver guide Dan. Dan’s knowledge and enthusiasm is amazing! He really went the extra mile in looking after us....

Ralph R.

02/02/2025

Great Bourbon-Great Tour
From planning to packing for the return home - Mint Julep was AWESOME! 10 of us had the idea to hit the Bourbon trail, but didn't want to drive. We found Mint Julep and connected with Jeannie who is the best, most detailed travel planner around. She knows the best tours, tastings and horse farms, and worked out the times and activities perfectly. When we got to Louisville, we met our driver Kenny. He is knowledgeable about Bourbon, Kentucky and so much more. For 2 days we sipped, tasted, toured, petted horses, learned about distilling, rik houses and thoroughbreds. The vans are clean and comfortable. We were dropped at the front door, helped in and out, provided with water, helped with purchases and more. If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Go and enjoy this experience...and book with Mint Julep-you'll have a blast!...

Joanne M.

05/09/2024

Birthday Bourbon Trip!
My friend took treated me to a day tour for my birthday. It was top shelf and then some!!! Rabbit Hole (Louisville), Bulleit (Shelbyville), Buffalo Trace and a delicious lunch at Limewater (both in Frankfort). Tom R was our guide and he was excellent. Highly recommend Tom & Mint Julep! Professional, knowledgeable and just plain fun. And a shout out to our driver Nelson without whom we’d never made it to these super Kentucky distilleries...

Margaret H.

12/02/2025

Best Tour I’ve ever experienced!
First time on the Bourbon Trail, and I highly recommend going with Mint Julep Experiences to book your tour! Great day had by all, tour guide was very knowledgeable about the Louisville area and distilleries....

Becky R.

07/11/2024

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  • Best Time To Visit the Kentucky Bourbon Trail®?

    It's always a great time to visit Kentucky and the Kentucky Bourbon Trail!

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  • Where do tours depart from?

    All public food tours depart from the Falls City Market in the Omni Louisville Hotel in downtown Louisville at 210 W Liberty St. *Secrets of Bluegrass Chefs takes places at the Kitchen Theater at Paristown Cafe located at 731 Brent St. Louisville, KY. Guests are responsible for their own transportation to Secrets of Bluegrass Chefs.

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