- How long is the Kentucky Bourbon Trail: Louisville to Lexington Loop route?
- This route takes 8 days taking in 7 stops.
- Where does this route start and end?
- The route runs from Louisville to Louisville in Kentucky, United States.
- When is the best time to travel this route?
- The best time to travel this route is April to May and September to October.
- How active is this route?
- Activity level: Easy-going. Easy-going and accessible for most fitness levels.
- What transport do I need for this route?
- Any self-driven vehicle works well for this route.
- What budget do I need for this route?
- Mid-range spending — expect comfortable accommodation and a mix of dining options.
- What type of accommodation suits this route?
- Hotels accommodation works well along this route.
- What is the pace of this trip?
- Relaxed — plenty of time to linger at each stop.
- What type of trip is this?
- This route is well-suited to: Food & drink, Culture, Scenic, Classic road trip.
- Are there any practical tips for this route?
- Book Whiskey Row tours in advance and walk between them. Use rideshares so nobody has to drive between tastings. Maker's Mark needs a timed ticket and sits well outside town. Reserve a morning slot and pair it with lunch in Loretto. Four Roses and Wild Turkey are a 10-minute drive apart. Do both in a day, saving the riverside overlook for late afternoon. Woodford Reserve's distillery tour books out fastest of any stop. Reserve weeks ahead, especially for weekend slots. Many horse farms need pre-booked tours. Keeneland's grounds are free to wander outside race meets. Buffalo Trace tours are free but fill fast. Book online ahead and arrive early for same-day tasting space. Time the final leg for late morning to dodge Louisville's commuter traffic on I-64.
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