10 day Explore Kentucky Self Drive

   
Destination:
Louisville, Kentucky , United States of America
Duration:
5 Nights
Offer ends:
30 April 2026
Valid for travel:
6 Apr - 30 Jun, 1 Sep - 31 Oct 26. , Add on an extra $138* per person for travel 1 Jul - 31 Aug 26.

Details

From barrel tastings and horse farms to motorsports and must‑see museums, this self‑drive itinerary showcases Kentucky’s most iconic experiences. Enjoy a mix of culture, history, flavour and fun on a road trip designed for curious and adventurous travellers.                                    
                              

Highlights:

• Treat yourself to a bite of bourbon culture in Lexington’s Distillery District                    
• Visit the National Corvette Museum before hitting top speeds at the NCM Motorsports Park                    
• Explore Louisville’s vibrant bourbon scene with stops at distilleries like Angel’s Envy and Old Forester                    
• Stand in the ring with “The Greatest” at the Muhammad Ali Center                    
• Sip straight from the barrel at a Kentucky Bourbon Distillery                    
 

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Inclusions

  • 1 night at Aloft Newport on the Levee, Newport ★★★ in a Standard Room
  • 1 night Days Inn by Wyndham Lexington Southeast ★★★ in a Standard Room
  • 1 night at Holiday Inn Express Berea ★★★ in a Standard Room
  • 1 night at Baymont by Wyndham Bowling Green ★★★ in a Standard Room
  • 1 night at Best Western Paducah Inn ★★★ in a Standard Room
  • 1 night at Best Western Plus Owensboro ★★★ in a Standard Room
  • 3 nights at Hampton Inn Louisville Downtown ★★★ in a Standard Room
  • 11 days Alamo car hire in a Nissan Versa or similar+

Itinerary

Upon arrival pick up your rental car, and drive to your hotel in the Covington–Newport area. Spend the afternoon exploring Northern Kentucky by visiting Newport on the Levee, a lively entertainment and dining destination or follow the B-Line to experience Northern Kentucky’s bourbon-focused distilleries, bars, and restaurants.
 

Travel from Newport toward Lexington, with an optional stop in Georgetown. Take a tour of the Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky, the largest Toyota production plant in the world or explore the towns equestrian roots at Old Friends Thoroughbred Retirement Farm (own expense). After arriving in Lexington this evening, explore Lexington’s Distillery District or the dynamic new Greyline Station marketplace.
 

Head to Red River Gorge for outdoor activities such as kayaking in the Gorge Underground (own expense) or hiking at Natural Bridge State Resort Park. Optional side trips include the U.S. 23 Country Music Highway or Hatfield-McCoy sites near Pikeville. End the day in Berea to explore craft shops and enjoy spoonbread at Boone Tavern.
 

Head south to Mt Vernon and visit the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, then continue to Cumberland Falls for stunning views. Optional stops include the Harland Sanders Café or Lake Cumberland. Finish the day in Bowling Green to visit the National Corvette Museum (own expense) and stroll Fountain Square.
 

Depart for Land Between the Lakes, stopping at Casey Jones Distillery in Hopkinsville for a sip of bourbon. In Land Between Lakes, visit the Elk & Bison Prairie (own expense), then dine at Patti’s 1880’s Settlement. Continue to Paducah to see the National Quilt Museum and floodwall murals (own expense).
 

Head to Owensboro for barbecue, bluegrass, and bourbon. Visit the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame, Green River Distilling Co., local museums, the botanical garden, and the riverfront, with optional stops at Smothers Park or Reid’s Orchard.
 

Depart of Louisville to tour the Kentucky Derby Museum or Churchill Downs, and explore Whiskey Row attractions such as the Muhammad Ali Center, Louisville Slugger Museum, the Frazier History Museum, and the Evan Williams Bourbon Experience (own expenses).
 

Terms & Conditions


 * Conditions apply. On sale until  30 Apr 26 for travel until 31 Oct 26. +Offer is subject to vehicle availability. Minimum renter age without surcharge is 25 years. Drivers aged 21-24 years may be eligible to rent subject to an age surcharge. Rental is inclusive of unlimited kilometres per day. Rentals are subject to the Terms and Conditions of Alamo rental agreement and the Alamo standard driver and credit qualifications. Rental days are based on a 24 hour period.  Prices correct as at 16 Mar 26 but may be adjusted if surcharges, fees, taxes, or currency exchange rates are affected. Offers subject to availability. (All savings and bonus nights are included in the advertised price). Fees apply for direct payments made to Viva Holidays using a debit or credit card. Amounts payable to third parties not included. Bookings must be made directly with Viva Holidays or a travel agent, please confirm all prices, availability and details with your consultant before booking. Cancellation fees apply, offers may be withdrawn without notice and are not combinable with any other offers unless stated. The Viva Holidays General Booking Conditions apply vivaholidays.com.au/policies/booking-conditions. Viva Holidays Pty Ltd ABN 78 634 662 294.                                    
 

From

$1,979* | per person twin share
Destination:
Louisville, Kentucky , United States of America
Duration:
5 Nights
Offer ends:
30 April 2026
Valid for travel:
6 Apr - 30 Jun, 1 Sep - 31 Oct 26.
Add on an extra $138* per person for travel 1 Jul - 31 Aug 26.