News from Frankfort Tourist Commission
Announcing 2009 Motor Coach Tour Itineraries!!
Frankfort, the Capital City of the Commonwealth of Kentucky, is in the heart of the Bluegrass
Region and offers an ideal base location between Louisville (50 minutes) and Lexington (35 minutes).
We are unique as a Capital City. With a population of approximately 28,000 our historic district is absolutely charming, and we have a safe and secure environment for visitors.
Most importantly, we are cost efficient!
Below is a summary of our itineraries, all of which provide quality touring with
outstanding visitor attractions …. And Cost Efficient Group Rates that you can sell.
2009 Tour Programs
Historic Frankfort Day Tour
Full day tour includes lunch in downtown Frankfort and tours of the KY State Capitol Building, Liberty Hall Historic Site, the Center for Kentucky History, and Rebecca Ruth Candy Factory.
The cost is only $17.00 per person!
For detailed itinerary and pricing call 1-800-960-7200 or email rantenucci@visitfrankfort.com
Frankfort & The Bluegrass -2 Days / 1 Night Tour
This two day, one night tour takes you to the Kentucky State Capitol, the Center for Kentucky History, Buffalo Trace Bourbon Distillery, a private horse farm to experience beautiful thoroughbred racehorses, the Salato Wildlife Education Center, and Rebecca Ruth Candy Factory. Overnight accommodations are at the beautiful Capital Plaza Hotel in historic downtown Frankfort. Meals are included and include a delicious dinner on the banks of the Kentucky River at Jim’s Seafood and lunch stop at the Candleberry Tea Room.
The cost is only $85.00 per person!
For detailed itinerary and pricing call 1-800-960-7200
or email rantenucci@visitfrankfort.com
Horse Country - 3 Days / 2 Night Tour
This 3-day tour takes you to the Kentucky State Capitol, the Center for Kentucky History, Buffalo Trace 
Bourbon Distillery, a private horse farm and Rebecca Ruth Candy Factory. The tour includes lunch with an afternoon at the races at Keeneland Race Track, a delicious dinner on the banks of the Kentucky River at Jim’s Seafood, deluxe hotel rooms at the downtown Capital Plaza Hotel, and a farewell to Kentucky dinner at Serafini’s Restaurant with a special menu for your group.
The cost is only $188.00 per person!
For detailed itinerary and pricing call 1-800-960-7200
or email rantenucci@visitfrankfort.com
Bluegrass Sights & Kentucky Cuisine - 4 Days / 3 Night Tour
This tour is a food lover’s dream! We focus on unique eateries with specialties that you will want more of. In between all of the great dining, we will take you to the best sites of the Bluegrass area. The Kentucky State Capitol, the Center for Kentucky History, Buffalo Trace Bourbon Distillery, a thoroughbred horse farm, a ride on the Dixie Belle riverboat and more are part of this great trip. Dining stops include the famous Beaumont Inn, Shaker Village, the Glitz, Serafini’s and several other local fares.
Civil War Tour – 4 Days / 3 Night Tour
History will come alive on this specialty tour. Visit many of the notable Civil War sites in the Bluegrass 
Region and experience the era of our history. A special walking tour of downtown Frankfort and a stop at the Kentucky Military History Museum is followed by a trip to the Perryville Battlefield Historic Site, several Civil War era cemeteries, and the Kentucky Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial. Lunches, dinners and entertainment are also part of this interesting 4-day tour.
The cost is only $201.00 per person!
For detailed itinerary and pricing call 1-800-960-7200
or email rantenucci@visitfrankfort.com
Wine & Spirits - 4 Days / 3 Night Tour
Experience the history of wine and bourbon on a trip through the rolling Bluegrass. Visit sites in Frankfort, Lawrenceburg and Midway to learn how these beverages have influenced the growth and industry to what it is today. Visit Woodford Reserve Distillery where the “official” bourbon of the Kentucky Derby is produced. Walk the grounds of yet another famous bourbon distillery where long-ago its executive served his turkey-hunting friends a concoction that became know as “Wild Turkey.” Hear the story of a smitten Kentucky gentleman as he “wooed” his beautiful Southern bell into marriage and named the Four Roses bourbon in her honor. Follow the pathway of the ancient buffalo to Buffalo Trace Distillery and taste their spirits while touring the historic site that was one of only four distilleries to remain open during prohibition. See Lover’s Leap Vineyard and Winery nestled snugly within the hills along the Kentucky River. At Equus Run Vineyards and Winery see the traditional production methods used in developing their award-winning wines. Tour includes 3 lunches and 2 dinners.