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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 08 Oct

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Starting at $49.00

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Tue 08 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)

theflyinghillbilly

Aug 2016

When I contacted Shawn to ask him about this tour, he gave me his cell number and told me to text him with any questions, etc. That was just the beginning of the personal service. It was just our family of four on the tour, so it felt like a private tour. We started off the day at Keeneland, where we watched some of the morning workouts from right at the rail, and then got to see and pet and feed peppermints to some of the young racehorses back at the stable. As we were moving on to the next stop, we passed by a farm owned and managed by some folks that Shawn knew, and he asked if we minded if he stopped in there because they were remodeling and he would like to see what they were doing. Of course, this was fine by us, who doesn't want to see stuff that's not usually on the tour? This place, I think, does a lot of rescues. They had quarter horses that they bred, but they also had rescued draft horses and various other breeds. I got to help bring in some Percherons from the field, and we all got to feed the big guys a bunch of cookies. From there we went to KatieRich, where we saw some beautiful babies and broodmares. Just think, one day one of those babies might be the next Triple Crown winner! All day Shawn kept us entertained with trivia and anecdotes, and we all enjoyed our time with him very much.

Harold B

Aug 2016

Driver and guide Sean both courteous and punctual. Tour interesting, surprised we were able to visit several farms worth millions. Sean knowledge and in no hurry. This tour recommended. No reflection on the tour, to bad what once was a business is now a rich mans hobby.

mscanz

Aug 2016

Shawn was absolutely wonderful! To be able to see these horses up close and personal made our trip. Shawn's knowledge of Kentucky, horses and horse racing doesn't compare to his kindness and warm demeanor. We will definitely be back and will only tour with him. If you are coming to Lexington you have to call Shawn...you won't regret it!