Private Tour
Private Kentucky Bourbon Trail Tour
Overview
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Come discover why Mint Julep Experiences is the leading expert on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail - with nearly 20 years of experience, over 1 million guests served, and more than 5,000 5-star reviews!
This 9 hour adventure includes 3 distillery visits with guaranteed tasting/tour reservations, a local lunch, private transportation and expert Tour Leader.
Once booked, your dedicated Mint Julep Experience Coordinator will reach out to confirm and plan your itinerary based on your desired distillery route!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Must be 21+ to consume alcohol
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Kentucky Bourbon Trail
Embark on a private bourbon adventure with Mint Julep Experiences. Your adventure includes tastings and or tours of 3 distilleries with guaranteed reservations, a local lunch, private transportation and expert Tour Leader. Your personal Experience Coordinator will connect with you to build your perfect distillery route. Available daily, for groups sizes 1-22 guests. Groups 23+, please contact us to discuss distillery options!
What‘s Included
Private transportation with expert tour leader
Complimentary ice & bottled water
A local lunch of your choosing is included
3 distillery tour and/or tasting fees are included
New vehicles with air-conditioning
10% Gratuity recommended
Options
Private Kentucky Bourbon Trail Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
89 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An incredible experience, from start to finish.
peterdZ2478WF,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mint Julep Experience - Louisville did an incredible job organizing and delivering on our Bourbon Trail trip. Chasta was the best in setting up the trip ((including box lunches), and Stan was the perfect driver to keep us on task in visiting 4 distilleries in one day (Bardstown, Willett, Heaven Hill, and Maker’s). We even had time for a shot at Clark’s Tavern, where we learned that Mason Grubbs had done something pretty bad. 🤣 If you’re planning a Bourbon Trail trip, you should strongly consider Mint Julep Experience - Louisville, and specifically ask for Chasta and Stan.
Great birthday surprise for my husband, wonderful tour!
737meganu,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time on our private tour with Mint Julep experiences! I booked it a couple of months prior and they were super responsive and detailed to help me get exactly what I what I wanted for my husband on this tour, as it was a surprise for his birthday! We had Jim as our guide for the day, he was very knowledgeable about the area, and distilleries, anything we didn't learn at the places we went to he knew the answers! We had a great time at all three places, our favorite was buffalo trace! Wonderful lunch provided, Jim was always sure to check in and tell us right where to be, the tours were fun. Wonderful day, we'll be back next year to try out some more!
PERFECT!
crystalaG7025EW,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.0015 out of 10 everything was incredible! We had a small mix-up with our dates on our end, but Anna handled it seamlessly. She quickly pivoted and made sure everything stayed on track so we could enjoy the full experience as planned. She was an absolute pleasure to work with. Travis was our guide and truly made the day special. His knowledge and enthusiasm added so much to each stop. We started at Whiskey Thief, where we got to hand-fill our own bottles of bourbon to take home, such a unique experience. From there, we visited Bulleit Distilling Co. for an outstanding tasting, followed by lunch at Limewater Bistro. The setting overlooks the Kentucky River, and the food was just as memorable as the view. Our final stop was Buffalo Trace Distillery, an impressive and expansive property with so much to explore. And of course, the tasting was fantastic. We would absolutely book with Mint Julep again!
Bobby Norris, driver, was awesome. Very informative, took us by the grocery store, Church Hill downs as well.
Camper26918752721,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Bobby Norris was attentive, accommodating and very funny. He even took us to the grocery store and pics at Church Hill Downs.
Best trip ever!!!
dansQ9580XZ,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Top notch service. Went with some friends on the bourbon trail in Kentucky. Bruce was our driver and absolutely made our experience unforgettable. Bruce, you are the man!!!
Bruce is the BEST!
skylers621,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely outstanding experience… we had two days with Bruce: day 1 - Marker’s Mark & Keeneland racetrack; day 2 - Woodford Reserve, Whiskey Thief, & Buffalo Trace. Bruce was super informative, accommodating, and made us all feel safe and comfortable. The wealth of knowledge about the locations we visited, places we drove past, KY state history and the people and properties and changes the bourbon industry has gone through where just never ending… we were all riveted the whole drive between each spot and he made sure we were taken care of at each destination. Bruce is a king and I hope he is still doing it the next time I come back… would recommend Mint Julep and especially Bruce to anyone that ever mentions Kentucky, Bourbon, or Derby within my ear shot!
A truly memorable experience!
K6426EKbrandonf,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My friends and I had an absolutely amazing experience with Mint Julep Experiences - Louisville! Even from the early planning stages, the team was responsive and helpful. The bus picked us up and dropped us off from our Airbnb near downtown, which was incredibly convenient. Stepping onto the bus, our driver for the day (Matt) was very friendly! We had a bit of a long drive, as we did a more eastern route toward Lexington, and Matt did a good job balancing giving us interesting information while also allowing us to talk and enjoy time amongst ourselves. The bus was spacious and comfortable, and waters were provided. Our three stops were well-planned (with the help of Abby in the weeks/months before); my guests all had a wonderful time at each stop. Matt was also very accommodating and flexible in maximizing our time during the tour! We booked the private tour with our group of 9, and we had the bus to ourselves the whole day. One stop included another group at a distillery (not with this company), which was expected anyway given our small group size, so not at all an issue for us. All said and done, everyone on the tour said they were thoroughly impressed with the tour and thought it was well worth what we ultimately each paid - and several of my friends learned they actually like bourbon! I would highly recommend this company for your tours, and we will for sure use them again to do anything similar in the future!
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dianaeL1957,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour was scheduled as a birthday gift for my son. I gave Anna a list of some of the distillaries we would be interested in. She came up with a tour that was perfect! Our tour guide, Mark, was so pleasant and was so knowledgeable about not only the bourbon trail but on the history of Kentucky. We had a wonderful time and will come back to Mint Julep Tours when we schedule our next bourbon trail experience!
Birthdays and Bourbon!
pcJ1234VJ,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our group of friends traveled from Chicago for a fun pre-Derby weekend in Louisville, celebrating some milestone birthdays. Mint Julep Tours was top-notch from the initial planning all the way through the day of our private tour. Everything went exactly as planned. Our tour planner, Aften, communicated clearly and made the planning process easy. On the day of our tour, our guide, Cindy, kept us on schedule and was prepared for everything - from water on the bus to ponchos and umbrellas for rain. Our driver, Shanda, navigated the roads to the distilleries like a true professional. I would highly recommend this tour company!
Bourbon Dental Trip take 2
Y1558RTmichellea,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dan and Jim were awesome! Knowledgeable, fun, and accommodated our extra stops and request! Highly recommend!
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