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Unique Horse Farm Tours with Insider Access to Private Farms

Unique Horse Farm Tours with Insider Access to Private Farms

Overview

Looking for unique access to the best of Kentucky's thoroughbred horse culture? Go behind-the-scenes with this one-of-a-kind intimate tour experience. Our professional guides are long time insiders that will share a wealth of knowledge and up-close experiences with you. Learn about horse racing and breeding as you visit three horse farms and enjoy an exclusive look at how the horses are bred, raised, and prepared for their racing debuts. Under supervision of your guide, have chance to meet the horses and feed them a treat. Don't miss out on this colorful and entertaining personal tour with beautiful views and a rich history.

City: Lexington

Tue 01 Oct

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Starting at $49.00

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Tue 01 Oct

Starting at $49.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

3 Lexington Area Horse Attractions - Locations Chosen by Best Availability & Activities

Air-Conditioned Tour Bus

Professional Guide

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tours typically last 2.5 - 3 hours and start at 8:30 AM and 12 Noon
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Kentucky is open and mask free at this time. Masks are not required but welcomed if desired. Guide can also wear mask upon request.

What To Expect

Unique Horse Farm Tours

Tours feature approximately 3 attractions such as some example stops below.

The Thoroughbred Center

See young yearlings swim up close and personal. Swimming horses is great exercise and they really love it!

Lexington

Are you visiting Lexington, KY, and searching for something more than you run-of-the-mill tourist options? Join Unique Horse Farm Tours and explore the singular industries for which Kentucky is famous and gives you a chance to see history in action. Many of the horse farms in this area have been operated by the same families for generations, relying on the same methods the grandparents developed to maintain their success into the 21st century. Our unique tours in Lexington, KY, give area visitors a peek at the time-honored traditions that have contributed to the area's wealth and identity for over a century.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (719)

Patricia M

Jul 2019

A super tour. Interesting, informative, the countryside is beautiful and the thoroughbreds are magnificent.

Irishcubsgirlro

Jul 2019

Shawn was fabulous! Full of stories, anecdotes and an encyclopedia of information. It’s obvious that he loves what he does, he loves the horse industry and he has a huge network of contacts. He brought us to Hill ‘n Dale, took photos of us by Seattle Slew’s grave, pointed out their top stallion, Curlin, in the field next to us, and patiently answered several questions. We visited KatieRich farms, fed mares peppermints, spent time with foals and yearlings, and learned a lot. Shaun knew the horses by name and warned us about the specific horses who tended to be less friendly or prone to biting. Visited Dromoland Farm, chatted with their friendly Irish staff and watched a farrier at work and a horse exercising in the swimming pool. The final stop was at the Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital, where we watched a top surgeon insert a pin in a horse’s fractured hind leg. Overall, a fabulous tour, with Shaun’s knowledge and easygoing nature being the icing on the cake. I don’t think anyone else could do a better job. Excellent value. You won’t be disappointed.

travelfever61

Jul 2019

Sean Washington, our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable, friendly and full of great stories he shared. We were promptly greeted at the Embassy Suites in an air conditioned coach and taken to three different farms to tour. Breathtaking grounds at the first one, up close interaction in the stables at the second one (Sean even brought peppermint candies for us to feed the horses and believe me they were waiting for their treats), and walking the grounds at the third farm watching mommies and babies graze in the fields. Our last stop was the horse hospital where we were able to see how the horses were cared for. There was nothing happening at the time we were there, but interesting to view the procedure room. I have two recommendations...bring something to drink. It was hot walking around and some hand wipes because your hands get dirty petting the horses. And I’d bring my own peppermint candies to make sure the horses in the back of the stable get as many treats as the horses in the front. Overall great experience, would do it again in a heartbeat, and reasonably priced. Don’t forget to tip Sean. He really does a great job!!