Nashville to the Derby City: Kentucky’s I-65 Highlights

Tour Dates: December 3-6, 2026
Tour Begins: Tour will depart from the Music City Center at 9:00 am
Tour Ends: Tour ends at 12:00 pm at Louisville Muhammed Ali International Airport (SDF)

Cities Included: Bardstown and Louisville

Tour Sponsored by Kentucky Department of Tourism

Traveling north from Nashville into Kentucky, this journey showcases iconic American experiences along the I-65 corridor. In Bowling Green, visitors explore the legendary National Corvette Museum before discovering the natural wonder of Mammoth Cave National Park, home to the world’s longest known cave system. The journey continues to historic Bardstown, the Bourbon Capital of the World®, where guests experience Kentucky’s signature spirit at renowned distilleries such as Heaven Hill Distillery. The tour concludes in vibrant Louisville, home to Churchill Downs and the world-famous Kentucky Derby, blending bourbon heritage, outdoor adventure, and classic American culture.