Lexington Tag

Rolling hills, beautiful scenery, and equine history await when you choose to stay in Lexington, Kentucky during the most popular horse racing week in the United States. Staying in Lexington has become one of our most popular tours and for good reason. Travelers can enjoy a laid back atmosphere, away from the hustle of downtown Louisville during Derby Week and instead relax during the evenings over looking the rolling hills of the legendary Blue Grass Country.

How to plan your trip:

Consider staying three or four nights in Lexington to fully experience everything the area has to offer during Derby Week. Our Lexington Kentucky Derby Packageincludes lodging at the Embassy Suites Lexington, located close to area highlights including area horse farms, bourbon distilleries, and downtown Lexington.

Lexington - Kentucky Derby Tour Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrive in Lexington. It's easy to fly into Blue Grass Airport (LEX). In the evening, relax at the hotel or take a quick cab ride to downtown Lexington

I now follow a horse on Twitter and Facebook. But this isn’t just any horse, he is the great Little Silver Charm. I met him for the first time on the farm where he is spending his “retirement years”, Old Friends, an equine retirement center home located in Georgetown, Kentucky, just outside of Lexington.

Old Friends is home to many past Derby winners and race horses, but the real star is Little Silver Charm or 'Charmie' as he's known to his thousands of followers and fans (follow him on Twitter or his Facebook page). He was a rescue show pony who today considers himself an entertainer.

He’s a blonde, loves kids, carrots, and plays soccer in YouTube videos.  He often talks about his crush, a horse named Zenyatta, and he seems to enjoy posing for quite a few pictures that are auctioned off to benefit Old Friends. He even has his own miniature replica toy available on Ebay.

The 138th Running of the Kentucky Derby will take place on May 5, 2012. There is no other event in the world that offers more exciting moments than the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs.

2012 Kentucky Derby Packages are Now Available with Low Deposits!

2012 Kentucky Derby Packages are available for first time guests and experienced attendees. Enjoy the Derby with these great inclusions:

- Hotel accommodations in the Louisville area
- Guaranteed Tickets to the 2012 Kentucky Derby
- Transportation to Churchill Downs on race day
- Selected Meals
- Options on Kentucky Oaks Tickets, Welcome Receptions, & Ticket Upgrades

Sports Traveler is also offering Horse Farm Tours to the 2012 Kentucky Derby. These packages provide you with a behind the scenes look at various horse farms in the Lexington area during the week of Derby.

Kentucky Derby Horse Farm Tour Packages offer many great amenities including:

- Deluxe Accommodations in the Lexington area
- Guaranteed Tickets to the Kentucky Oaks & Derby

The Kentucky Derby is the one of the most prestigious sporting events in the world.  With many years of history, people travel from all parts of the world to see this race.

Sports Traveler has 2011 Kentucky Derby Packages on-sale today!

2011 Kentucky Derby Packages are available with lodging in the Louisville area, reserved seating for the Kentucky Oaks & Derby, plus options on transportation to Churchill Downs, evening dinner parties, and more.

Sports Traveler is also offering Kentucky Derby Horse Farm Tours Packages for next year's race.  These packages include guided tours to the most famous horse farms in Lexington, along with accommodations in Lexington, tickets to the Kentucky Oaks & Derby, transfers to all events, and more.

View 2011 Kentucky Derby Packages

Sports Traveler is offering tours to various horse farms during the week of the Kentucky Derby. These packages give you an opportunity to see some of the most famous horse farms in Kentucky. You will also be able to tour the grounds of Churchill Downs, have breakfast in Millionaires' Row, tour the Woodford Reserve Bourbon Distillery, and more.

By reserving these packages before January 26, you will receive FREE FedEx shipping of your documents. When booking online, please enter the coupon code of FREEDERBY to receive your free shipping.

Kentucky Derby 5 Night Tour Packagesoffer you a great experience that you will be talking about for years. These great packages include:

• Kentucky Oaks & Derby Tickets
• Guided Tour of Winstar Farms
• Guided Tour of the Kentucky Thoroughbred Center
• Lunch at the Famous Sawyer's Bar & Grill
• Guided Tour of the Woodford Reserve Bourbon Distillery
• Breakfast at the Keenland Track Kitchen with Tour of Keenland Facility
• Admission to the Kentucky Horse Park featuring