The Trail Less Traveled - An Authentic Kentucky Bourbon Tour

Name: The Trail Less Traveled - An Authentic Kentucky Bourbon Tour
Brand: Viator
Price: 3192 USD
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5.0(1)8 hours - 9 hoursBook 2 days aheadLouisville, United States

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Sipping in the South was born from a bold idea: bourbon deserves more than a bus ride, a stamp in a book, and a cookie-cutter, self-guided checklist.

That’s where we come in.

We’re the local experts who take the trail less traveled, curating exclusive experiences with up to 5 handpicked distilleries. We book the best each one has to offer rare tastings, sipping straight from the barrel with the owner, blending your own bourbon, or mixing your own cocktail.

The Kentucky Bourbon Trail® is a nice start, but it’s not the whole story. It features a select group that pay to participate — but some of Kentucky’s best experiences aren’t even on their map.

We’re here to change that.

Every tour begins with our Private Bourbon 101 Social — a hands-on introduction to nosing and sipping that gives you the tools to truly enjoy what you’re tasting. Because when you understand bourbon, everything else gets better.

And yes — we even save 30 minutes for rare finds at local liquor stores.

Included

Tickets
Picnic Lunch
Transportation
Cooler snacks water
Expert Guide
Experimental tasting
Customized bourbon flight

Not included

Cigars
Gratuity
Know it Alls
Debbie Downers

What you'll do

Kentucky Bourbon Trail
Kentucky, United States
Bourbon lovers should not miss the opportunity to visit the gritty city of Louisville during their stay in Kentucky. Venture from the bustling city of Louisville to the many world reknown Bourbon distilleries to learn how their spirits is made. Start with an interactive 101 bourbon social, teaching you the proper way to nose and sip, rye vs wheat differences and a one-of-a-kind sensory training experience. This private experience is a must to make your journey truly remarkable.
1 hourAdmission included
J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery
20 Reilly Road, Frankfort, United States
Private Blend your own Bourbon Experience complete with 2 bottles.
45 minAdmission included
Woodford Reserve Distillery
7855 McCracken Pike, Welcome Center, Versailles, United States
A quick gift shop stop and self-guided tasting option
30 min
Castle & Key Distillery
4445 McCracken Pike, Frankfort, United States
A must do distillery to learn the real story behind Buffalo Trace distiller, E. H. Taylor Jr. and George T. Staggs. Scandalous! The grounds a gorgeous, great cocktails and food trucks. Sip away down by the river reminiscing of the days gone by when the train took them to the river for a day of picnicing.
45 min
Buffalo Trace Distillery
113 Great Buffalo Trce, Frankfort, United States
guided tasting
2 hoursAdmission included
Whiskey Thief Distilling Co.
283 Crab Orchard Rd, Frankfort, United States
We end the day with a barn party... Drinking from barrels, tapping your foot to live music, the famous food truck, corn hole all around a campfire. Doesn't get more real Kentucky than this! Cowboy boots, hats and cigars welcome.
45 minAdmission included

Meeting and pickup

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Embassy Suites by Hilton Louisville Downtown
501 South Fourth Street, Louisville, United States
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Residence Inn by Marriott Louisville Downtown
333 East Market Street, Louisville, United States
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21c Museum Hotel Louisville
700 West Main Street, Louisville, United States
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Omni Louisville Hotel
400 S 2nd St, Louisville, United States
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Hotel Distil, Autograph Collection
101 West Main Street, Louisville, United States
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Moxy Louisville Downtown
100 W Washington Street, Louisville, United States
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The Brown Hotel
335 West Broadway, Louisville, United States
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Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Louisville Downtown
100 E Jefferson, Louisville, United States
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Galt House Hotel
140 N 4th St, Louisville, United States
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Econo Lodge Downtown
401 S 2nd St, Louisville, United States
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Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Downtown
350 West Chestnut Street, Louisville, United States
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Aloft by Marriott Louisville Downtown
102 West Main Street, Louisville, United States
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Hampton Inn Louisville Downtown
101 East Jefferson Street, Louisville, United States
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Hyatt Regency Louisville
320 W Jefferson St, Louisville, United States
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Holiday Inn Louisville Downtown by IHG
101 W Muhammad Ali Blvd, Louisville, United States
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Super 8 Louisville Downtown
927 S 2nd St, Louisville, United States
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Ac Hotel Louisville Downtown
727 East Market Street, Louisville, United States
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Louisville Downtown NuLu
240 South Hancock Street, Louisville, United States
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Louisville Marriott Downtown
280 West Jefferson, Louisville, United States
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TownePlace Suites by Marriott Louisville Downtown
801 West Jefferson Street, Louisville, United States
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The Grady Hotel
601 W Main St, Louisville, United States
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The Seelbach Hilton Louisville
500 S 4th Street, Louisville, United States
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Louisville Downtown
132 E Jefferson, Louisville, United States
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Cambria Hotel Louisville Downtown - Whiskey Row
120 S Floyd St, Louisville, United States
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Town House Motel
210 Saint Joseph Street, Rapid City, United States
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Homewood Suites by Hilton Louisville Downtown
635 West Market Street, Louisville, United States
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Courtyard by Marriott Louisville Downtown
100 South Second Street, Louisville, United States
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Louisville Downtown By IHG
800 West Market Street, Louisville, United States
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Hotel Louisville
120 West Broadway, Louisville, United States
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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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