Scheduled for Monday, October 6 thru Thursday, October 9

Join us for an unforgettable getaway to the heart of Kentucky—home of rich bourbon, world-famous horse racing, and Southern charm!

This 4-day, 3-night adventure includes:

• Three nights in Louisville area (double occupancy)
• Tour of the Kentucky Derby Museum at the iconic Churchill Downs
• Guided bourbon distillery tour and tasting at Buffalo Trace Distillery
• Guided Flight Tasting & History Experience at Four Roses Distillery
• Tour of Rebecca Ruth Candy - inventor of the Bourbon Ball
• Excursions to downtown Louisville and historic Frankfort

Cost is $395 per person, which includes transportation (not wheelchair accessible), lodging (based on double occupancy), two distillery tours and two tastings, entry to Kentucky Derby Museum at Churchill Downs.

• Price does not include meals, but the hotel we are staying at has complimentary breakfast
• if you don't have a roommate to travel with, we can pair you with another solo traveler or you can pay a higher rate of $575 to room by yourself
• Nonrefundable payment is REQUIRED at time of registration.

For more details or to register, please contact Patty Gremaux at pattyg@casscoa.org or (269) 445-8110  ext. 228

Itinerary currently includes:

Kentucky Derby Museum and Morning Works Walking Tour - Start your day rail side at the track! Experience the thrilling sound of hooves pounding the dirt as horses and jockeys train right in front of you! You’ll see horses gallop past at speeds up to 40 miles per hour! Your guide will share the ins and outs of training world-class Thoroughbreds while you also visit the Churchill Downs Grandstand. Be sure to have your camera ready – seeing these incredible athletes working out beneath the historic Twin Spires™ is a memory you’ll want to hold onto forever. 

Buffalo Trace Distillery Tour & Tasting - Buffalo Trace Distillery, located in Frankfort, Kentucky, has a rich history dating back to the late 1700s, making it one of the oldest continuously operating distilleries in the United States. It's known for its iconic bourbon and its dedication to traditional distilling methods. The distillery's history is intertwined with the exploration of Kentucky and the development of the bourbon industry. 

Guided Flight Tasting & History Experience at Four Roses Distillery - Experience the sensory journey of what makes Four Roses truly unique. Enjoy a brief brand history and guided flight tasting of our award-winning Bourbons, led by one of our knowledgeable hosts. This flight includes pours of Four Roses Bourbon, Small Batch Bourbon, Single Barrel Bourbon, and Small Batch Select. Our signature tasting glass is our gift to you and included in the ticket price. 

Rebecca Ruth Candy Tours & Museum - guided tour of a family confectionery operation that was founded in the year 1919 and is noted for the invention of Bourbon Balls.  Includes antique candy making equipment as well as new equipment. Tour includes a chocolate, free chocolate aroma therapy and lots of Southern Hospitality.

Huber’s Orchard, Winery, & Farm Market Discovery Tour - Go on a journey of discovery into the nearly 200 years of history that make the Huber family estate so unique. Your expert guide will share the age-old processes we adhere to and our commitment to innovation and sustainability to handcraft our spirits and wine.

Note: The tour of Buffalo Trace Distillery "involves a significant amount of walking, sometimes in more industrial areas of the Distillery, and our tastings are conducted while standing."  The Morning Works Walking Tour at Churchill Downs is "approximately 2.4 furlongs (.3 miles)"