Breeders’ Cup 2026
for Middleham Park Racing
Overview
We are delighted to have partnered once again with Middleham Park Racing to bring you an exciting trip to the Breeders Cup in 2026!
Our package in 2026 includes a fantastic and exclusive tour of one of Lexingtons famous stud farms in partnership with our friends at Weatherbys. This will be a real highlight of the week, giving you rare behind-the-scenes access to some of the most influential bloodlines in world racing.
We are extremely pleased to be working with the Hyatt group to offer you a choice of two superb hotels. You can stay at either the Hyatt Regency or the Hyatt Place, both of which are undergoing extensive multi million pound renovations that will be completed in time for our visit. The Hyatt Regency, located right beside Rupp Arena, is the only full-service hotel in Downtown Lexington and you will be amongst the first customers to step foot into this newly-renovated hotel! If you would prefer an incredible value option, the Hyatt Place offers a modern and relaxed setting in a convenient spot with easy access to Keeneland and plenty of dining and shopping close by. Each property will offer modern and stylish rooms along with excellent facilities, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing base during your stay in Lexington.
Rishi Persad, our Racing Ambassador, is expected to join us once again for this tour. He has become an integral part of our team and his presence is always a real highlight. His knowledge, insight and enthusiasm add so much to the experience, and those who travelled with us in 2025 loved having the chance to have dinner with him, talk racing and hear a few stories from his illustrious broadcasting career.
Whilst in the USA, many of our travellers in 2025 chose to extend their trip with an additional break to destinations such as Nashville, New York or Las Vegas. If you would like to add on a further destination to your package, please contact us directly and we will be very happy to help you create a bespoke extension that suits your plans.
We can arrange flight upgrades on your behalf if required or a package without flights if necessary. Also, if you wish to travel on alternative dates, please get in touch and one of our dedicated racing team will be happy to help.
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We are delighted to have partnered once again with Middleham Park Racing to bring you an exciting trip to the Breeders Cup in 2026!
Our package in 2026 includes a fantastic and exclusive tour of one of Lexingtons famous stud farms in partnership with our friends at Weatherbys. This will be a real highlight of the week, giving you rare behind-the-scenes access to some of the most influential bloodlines in world racing.
We are extremely pleased to be working with the Hyatt group to offer you a choice of two superb hotels. You can stay at either the Hyatt Regency or the Hyatt Place, both of which are undergoing extensive multi million pound renovations that will be completed in time for our visit. The Hyatt Regency, located right beside Rupp Arena, is the only full-service hotel in Downtown Lexington and you will be amongst the first customers to step foot into this newly-renovated hotel! If you would prefer an incredible value option, the Hyatt Place offers a modern and relaxed setting in a convenient spot with easy access to Keeneland and plenty of dining and shopping close by. Each property will offer modern and stylish rooms along with excellent facilities, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing base during your stay in Lexington.
Rishi Persad, our Racing Ambassador, is expected to join us once again for this tour. He has become an integral part of our team and his presence is always a real highlight. His knowledge, insight and enthusiasm add so much to the experience, and those who travelled with us in 2025 loved having the chance to have dinner with him, talk racing and hear a few stories from his illustrious broadcasting career.
Whilst in the USA, many of our travellers in 2025 chose to extend their trip with an additional break to destinations such as Nashville, New York or Las Vegas. If you would like to add on a further destination to your package, please contact us directly and we will be very happy to help you create a bespoke extension that suits your plans.
We can arrange flight upgrades on your behalf if required or a package without flights if necessary. Also, if you wish to travel on alternative dates, please get in touch and one of our dedicated racing team will be happy to help.
Provisional itinerary below.
Itineraries
Day 1
Date : 27 October 2026
Departure Day
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Depart from London Heathrow to Cincinnati. (Flight upgrades are available)
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Arrive in Cincinnati before an exclusive transfer to our hotel.
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Check into your hotel of choice on a six-night stay.
Day 2
Date : 28 October 2026
Stud Tour + Welcome Dinner
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Morning at leisure.
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Exclusive tour of a leading Kentucky stud farm in partnership with our friends at Weatherbys. This is a real highlight of the week and gives you rare access to one of the most influential breeding operations in the world.
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Transfer back to your hotel before the rest of your afternoon/evening at leisure.
- Evening meal with welcome drinks ft. special racing guest (to be confirmed)
Day 3
Date : 29 October 2026
Day at leisure
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Morning at leisure.
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Today is a free day. You could enjoy a trip to one of Kentuckys famous distilleries with the Bourbon distillery tour where you will be able to gain a real insight into the states proud whiskey making tradition. Or you may prefer to spend the day exploring Lexington at your own pace, with its great mix of shops, restaurants and local attractions.
Day 4
Date : 5 October 2026
Future Stars Day
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Transfer to Keeneland Racecourse for the opening day of the Breeders Cup Festival, Future Stars Day, where you will enjoy a full afternoon of world class racing from our reserved grandstand seating.
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Exclusive transfer back to your hotel following the day’s action.
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Evening at leisure.
Day 5
Date : 31 October 2026
Breeders Cup Classic Day
- Transfer to Keeneland racecourse for the second day of the Breeders’ Cup Festival – Breeders’ Cup Classic Day. Watch the 43rd renewal from our reserved grandstand seating.
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Exclusive transfer back to the hotel following the day’s action.
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Evening at leisure.
Day 6
Date : 1 November 2026
Return Flight
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Morning and early afternoon at leisure.
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Afternoon transfer back to Cincinnati before an overnight flight back to London Heathrow
Day 7
Date : 2 November 2026
Arrive Home
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Morning arrival back into London Heathrow.
- Return flights from the UK to Lexington.
- Five-night’s accommodation on a room only basis at the hotel of your choice.
- Airport and Raceday transfers.
- Tickets to two-days racing at Keeneland Racecourse including reserved seating (Upgrades Available).
- Welcome dinner with special racing guest.
- Welcome drinks
- Stud Farm Tour
- Bourbon Distillery Tour
- An experienced Venatour ‘Racing Around The World’ Tour Manager.
- DOES NOT INCLUDE Travel Insurance.
If the event has been cancelled due to an ‘Act of God’ then unfortunately you will not be refunded. If the event is postponed your booking will be transferred over to the new dates. If you cannot travel on the new dates we will either transfer your booking to a new event or we will work with you to provide a refund.
If you have booked a package with us that includes a flight, then you will receive an ATOL certificate with your confirmation documents.
Read more about ATOL here.
We highly recommend taking out a travel insurance policy as soon as you have made your booking, as most policies cover you from the moment you take the policy out, and not just for the time you will be away. Different insurance providers provide different levels of cover so it is always best to check that the policy you take out meets your individual circumstances. We are unable to provide advice on travel insurance but can put you in touch with a recommended provider.
Hyatt Place Lexington
Hyatt Place is also being fully refurbished ahead of 2026 and will offer a modern, spacious and easy going place to stay during your week in Kentucky.
It is set in a really convenient part of the city with simple access to Keeneland, and you have a great choice of dining and shopping close by, which makes it another ideal base which we are delighted to offer you.
Hyatt Regency Lexington
The Hyatt Regency Lexington will welcome you with a complete multi million pound renovation finished in time for the Breeders Cup. You will stay in freshly redesigned rooms and enjoy elegant spaces throughout the hotel, creating a calm and inviting place to return to each day. Its central location places you close to Keeneland and many of Lexingtons best restaurants and attractions, giving you a wonderfully convenient base for the week.