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1 TOUR 1 HORSES, HOOCH & HISTORY Experience a little of each of Kentucky s signature industries, horses AND bourbon, with this popular tour. The first stop will be to one of our signature Thoroughbred farms for a walking tour of the farm and meet & greet with prized Thoroughbreds. Then on to enjoy a delicious lunch of local fare. End the day with a tour of one of Kentucky s famous bourbon distilleries, producers of America s Native Spirit. Here you will observe the art of bourbon-making being practiced much as it was 200 years ago. Experience for yourself the time-honored process of making fine bourbon, and learn why only Kentucky has the perfect natural mix of conditions and climate to produce the best bourbon. Itinerary May 31, :30 AM Coach arrives at Lexington, KY pick-up location 10:00 AM Coach departs for Private Tour Driving tour of horse country Private tour at signature Thoroughbred horse farm Kentucky Proud lunch Tour of one of Kentucky s famous bourbon distilleries 3:45 PM Coach drops off at Lexington, KY pick-up location The cost of this touring package is $90.00 per person Lexington, KY tour4@bluegrasstours.com Page 1 of 6

2 TOUR 2 BIG SOUTH FORK SCENIC RAILWAY Ride the Kentucky & Tennessee Railway on a three hour, 14-mile round trip into the Daniel Boone National Forest and Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area. You ll be able to view the spectacular scenic vistas, lush vegetation, and mountain streams as the train descends 600 feet into the gorge before stopping at the Blue Heron Coal Mining Camp. During the trip, you ll enjoy a delicious lunch prepared by the Whistle Stop Restaurant packed in a souvenir insulated lunch bag. At the end of your trip, you ll be able to explore the McCreary County Museum which is housed in the old Stearns Coal and Lumber Company Corporate headquarters. Itinerary May 31, :45 AM Coach arrives at Lexington, KY pick-up location 8:15 AM Coach departs for Big South Fork Scenic Railway, Stearns, KY 3-hour tour aboard the Kentucky & Tennessee Railway Whistle Stop Restaurant lunch in souvenir bag Tour of McCreary Country Museum 5:30 PM Coach drops off at Lexington, KY pick-up location The cost of this touring package is $95.00 per person Lexington, KY tour4@bluegrasstours.com Page 2 of 6

3 TOUR 3 ARK ENCOUNTER Ark Encounter is a world-class theme park featuring the most authentic full-size replica of Noah s Ark in the world. Travel back in time on a mile-long scenic bus ride and ascend in view of the massive Ark. Then spot some exotic animals at Ararat Ridge Zoo. While exploring the many exhibits during the day, enjoy the delicious buffet included with your tour. Itinerary May 31, :00 AM Coach arrives at Lexington, KY pick-up location 8:30 AM Coach departs for the Ark Encounter, Williamstown, KY 5 hours to explore the Ark Encounter Buffet lunch 3:00 PM Coach drops off at Lexington, KY pick-up location The cost of this touring package is $ per person Lexington, KY tour4@bluegrasstours.com Page 3 of 6

4 TOUR 1 ANTIQUES, ESTATES, AND EDIBLES What better way to enjoy the beautiful southern splendor of the Bluegrass region than a day of antiques, estates, and edibles! This first stop on your tour will be the grand estate of Ashland, home of the great statesman, Henry Clay. Travel back in time to the 18 th century while you explore the 18- room mansion. Afterwards, delight in the beautiful drive to Nonesuch, KY where you will enjoy a 3- course luncheon in the fairytale setting of The Glitz restaurant. The Glitz is located in the Irish Acres Gallery, a former elementary school that is now home to over 32,000 square feet of exquisite antiques and other beautiful items. After lunch, explore the over 50 showrooms at Irish Acres before heading to historic downtown Midway. There you will be greeted by over 20 charming merchants that represent Midway s unique history and atmosphere. Itinerary June 1, :15 AM Coach arrives at Lexington, KY pick-up location 9:45 AM Coach departs for Tour Tour of Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate Full 3-course luncheon at The Glitz at Irish Acres Gallery Shopping at Irish Acres Gallery of Antiques Shopping at Historic Downtown Midway 4:30 PM Coach drops off at Lexington, KY pick-up location The cost of this touring package is $90.00 per person Lexington, KY tour4@bluegrasstours.com Page 4 of 6

5 TOUR 2 LOUISVILLE SLUGGER MUSUEM: BATS & BOATS Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory celebrates the extraordinary role Louisville Slugger baseball bats have played in the sport's past, present, and future. From the forest to the field, you'll follow the timber that's turned into hard hitting history. Along with the tour, view the remarkable memorabilia and entertaining interactive exhibits. Then, enjoy a relaxing lunch as you cruise the Ohio river aboard the Belle of Louisville. On summertime Friday afternoons, a historian is on board the Belle to share information about this historic steamboat! Itinerary June 1, :30 AM Coach arrives at Lexington, KY pick-up location 8:00 AM Coach departs for Louisville Slugger Museum Guided factory tour Interactive exhibits and memorabilia Lunch cruise aboard the Belle of Louisville 3:30 PM Coach drops off at Lexington, KY pick-up location The cost of this touring package is $ per person Lexington, KY tour4@bluegrasstours.com Page 5 of 6

6 TOUR 3 CREATION MUSUEM Explore the history of the Bible as it vividly comes to life at the world-class Creation Museum. On your walk through biblical history, you ll encounter a realistic Garden of Eden, animatronic Noah, Flood dioramas, stunning video displays, and much more. Prepare to believe! (Lunch included with tour) Itinerary June 1, :00 AM Coach arrives at Lexington, KY pick-up location 7:30 AM Coach departs for the Creation Museum, Petersburg, KY 5 hours to explore the Creation Museum Lunch included 3:30 PM Coach drops off at Lexington, KY pick-up location The cost of this touring package is $95.00 per person Lexington, KY tour4@bluegrasstours.com Page 6 of 6