Derby City Delights: GT vs. Louisville Football Tour in Louisville, KY Sept. 19-22, 2024





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Why take this tour?
Don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore the highlights of the Derby City, indulge in exhilarating football action, and create memories to last a lifetime. There’s no better way to watch Georgia Tech football than to road trip to the actual game and spend the weekend connecting with other die-hard Ramblin Wrecks! Just ask the folks who joined us in Miami last year, those last couple minutes of the game together were unforgettable.
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Reserve your spot now for the ultimate Louisville experience as spots are going quickly. We look forward to celebrating with you and your family!
This trip is sponsored by the Georgia Tech Alumni Association. A few spots remain. Deadline to Register has been extended to July 26, 2024 or when all spots are filled.
Questions? Contact Fred Carlson CE ‘01, MBA ‘04 at 678-358-5567 or fred.carlson@servacations.com
Tailgate at Churchill Downs

As if visiting Churchill Downs on race day isn’t exciting enough, imagine tailgating for a Georgia Tech game there with an exclusive party at the Kentucky Derby Museum! You’ll enjoy a private guided walking tour of Churchill Downs, watch the exciting movie “The Greatest Race,” and explore the exhibits of the museum while sipping Mint Julep’s and making your very own Yellow Jacket themed derby hat to wear to the game! Depending on game time, you will also either enjoy a Backstretch Breakfast and Workout Tour at the Track Kitchen watching the horses and jockeys during the morning workouts as they gallop by at 40 mph, a gourmet lunch buffet at the Kentucky Derby Museum, or experience the live races and party together in the brand new Churchill Downs Sports Book where you’ll be able to watch college football games from around the country with pre-paid downs dollars for betting and food! How many chances in life will you get to have your photo taken with the Ramblin Wreck at Churchill Downs?
Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory Tour

You don’t have to be a baseball fan to love Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory. It’s iconic, linked to legends, and it is one of Louisville’s most famous tourist attractions. The museum has upped its game with an exciting new factory tour experience! The world-renowned tour now begins with a thrilling movie that transports you to the forests and mills where every Louisville Slugger bat begins. After that, walk through the heart of the factory production line and check out never-before-seen steps in the bat-making process including the creation of our fan favorite mini-bats. You’ll receive your very own at the end of the tour!
Belle of Louisville Riverboat Dinner Cruise

The Belle of Louisville has been cruising along since 1914. She looks good for her age, doesn’t she? A National Historic Landmark and an icon of the Louisville waterfront, the Belle is the only remaining authentic steamboat from the great American packet boat era. Enjoy a delicious dinner and the chance to explore and enjoy a living, operating museum. Engineers will enjoy the opportunity to watch 19th and 20th century technology working together to operate the Belle! The main features of the Engine Room are the two 450 horsepower single piston engines, which are older than the Belle itself. While it is unknown exactly how old these engines are, we can estimate they are from the 1890s, but possibly older! While visiting the Engine Room, be sure to greet the Belle’s engineers, who are happy to answer questions you may have about the unique machinery at work!
Included
- 3 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 3 Dinners depending on Saturday game time
- All tours, admissions, tickets, and guides are included.
- All Driver and Tour Guide gratuities are included in the price of your tour. If you receive outstanding service, you are welcome to tip more.
Excluded
- Hotel is not included in the tour price and needs to be booked separately. Registration link will be sent after booking.
- Transportation to the Welcome Reception on Thursday night is not included. Louisville Slugger Field is a quick 5 min walk or guests can take a quick taxi/Uber ride.
- Alcoholic Beverages other than those listed in the itinerary at Churchill Downs or the Evan Williams bourbon tasting are pay as you go, with a cash bar at most venues.
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