The Kentucky Derby is the World’s most famous horse race, and the first jewel of the Triple Crown. On the first Saturday of every May, America’s best 3-year old Thorough-breeds assemble at historic Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. For well over a hundred years, the Kentucky Derby has been the opening event that heralds Spring and Kentucky’s social season, for the parties given prior to the Derby are as legendary as the race itself.
Immediately before the Derby, many events occur daily offering various kinds of entertainment. From the Great Balloon Race, to riverbank picnics enjoyed while the steam boats are racing down the Ohio River, the fantastic fireworks display, Thunder Over Louisville and the Pegasus Parade, the people of Kentucky enjoy entertaining long before the actual day of the This year’s 136th running of the Derby is the perfect time for your trip to Churchill Downs. Your fantastic weekend includes tickets to the Oaks Race on Friday, as well as Derby Tickets for Saturday. Kentucky Derby Packages offer great value.
Here are our best selling Kentucky Derby packages for 2010. Please keep in mind that these packages do sell out, and prices can increase at any time.
4 Days/ 3 Nights accommodations at the Hyatt Regency Downtown
Hotel Information: Urban flair blends seamlessly with southern hospitality – the hotel is right at Fourth Street Live! with enticing dining, shopping and entertainment. The hotel is located 8 miles from the Churchill Downs and 5 miles from Louisville Standiford Airport
Land Features:
- Three nights accommodations at the Hyatt Regency Downtown
- Breakfast Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- First Floor Grandstand ticket for the Kentucky Derby
- Roundtrip Derby Day Transfers
- Roundtrip Airport Transfers from Louisville International Airport
- Host
Ticket Upgrades available, call to inquire
ALL PRICES ARE PER PERSON:
Double occ. $2495 Single occ. $3995 Triple $1995 Quad: $1795
4 Days/ 3 Nights accommodations at the Galt House Hotel
Hotel Information: The Galt House Hotel is located in downtown Louisville, Ky. on the Ohio River waterfront. The hotel’s two 25-story towers offer area views. A skywalk connects the towers to the Kentucky International Convention Center. Fourth Street Live is four blocks away and offers nightly entertainment. Hotel Features. The Galt House Hotel towers are linked by the Conservatory, a glass-domed space. The Conservatory houses Thelma’s Coffee House and Al J’s Lounge with a tropical aquarium. The Jockey Silks Bourbon Bar serves beverages and lunch. The Fountain Room offers buffet lunch. Café Magnolia is located on the second floor. Rivue, an on-site restaurant with panoramic views on hotel’s 25th floor and specializes in steak and seafood.
Land Features:
- Three nights accommodations at the Galt House Hotel
- Thursday evening welcome reception
- First Floor Grandstand ticket for the Kentucky Derby Oaks on Friday
and Kentucky Derby on Saturday - Roundtrip Derby Day Transfers
- Avis 3 day full size car rental
Ticket Upgrades available, call to inquire
ALL PRICES ARE PER PERSON:
Double occ. $2895 Single occ. $4895 Triple $2995 Quad: $2195
Same package above with 3 nights at the Marriott Downtown, 15 minutes from the racetrack is $4,295 pp, dbl occ.
Ticket upgrades are available. Call 800-846-7914 for details.
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