Run for the Roses: Kentucky Derby Tour

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From $1,585 per person, based on double occupancy.

From April 29 – May 2, 2010, come experience the 136th running of the Kentucky Derby and all its great tradition. Recognized by Forbes Magazine as one of the “top ten events to experience in a lifetime,” the Kentucky Derby is the leading stakes race for three year old thoroughbred horses. One of the oldest continuously-held sporting events in the world, the “Run for the Roses” was first contested in 1875 and has enjoyed many special horses including Secretariat, Seattle Slew, and this year’s long shot winner Mine That Bird. Your tour includes all you need to explore and appreciate this great majestic sport: special tours at horse farms, knowledgeable speakers to help better understand thoroughbreds, and attentive Premiere and Alumni staff. Join us as we plan our “Run for the Roses.”

THURSDAY, April 29
The tour begins upon check-in at the Lexington Hilton Downtown. The day is at your leisure to enjoy the Lexington area. Join fellow alums for a welcome gathering. A hospitality desk will be available at the hotel to answer any questions.

FRIDAY, April 30
Full breakfast included.

Deluxe motorcoach transfers, box lunch, and beverages for the various Friday tours. (Early AM departure and mid-afternoon arrival back at hotel)

Evening Reception.

SATURDAY, May 1
Full breakfast included.

Deluxe motorcoach transfers, snacks, and beverages to the Kentucky Derby, Churchill Downs in Louisville, KY (approx 1 1/2 hour drive).  Group will depart Lexington in the AM and depart Louisville approximately 1 hour after the Derby race ends. (Derby is 11th race of the day at approximately 6pm.)

SUNDAY, May 2
Full breakfast included. Check-out time is Noon.

Kentucky Derby 2010 Included Features
-Three (3) nights’ deluxe hotel accommodations at the Lexington Hilton Downtown Hotel
-Check in Thursday, April 29th and check out Sunday, May 2nd, 2010
-Welcome desk
-Welcome Gathering
-Reception with special horse racing guest speaker
-Complimentary full breakfast daily
-Deluxe motorcoach transfers, box lunch, and beverages for the various Friday tours
-Deluxe motorcoach transfers, snacks, and beverages to the Kentucky Derby, Churchill Downs on Saturday
-Admission to the Kentucky Derby on Saturday which includes Reserved 1st Floor Grandstand Ticket (Sections 125-128) to the 136th Kentucky Derby – ticket upgrades available
-Official Kentucky Derby souvenir
-Exclusive giveaways
-Special credential, ticket holder, and lanyard
-Premiere College Sports professional staff

Sample included tour experiences:
-Kentucky Thoroughbred Center
-Old Friends Horse Farm
-Bourbon Distillery
-Keeneland
-Shadwell Horse Farm
-Offut Hill Horse Farm
All tours are subject to change based on availability