Discover Lancaster County beyond the tourist attractions with our most in-depth and immersive Amish cultural experience.
Designed for travelers seeking genuine connection and authentic experiences, this tour offers an unparalleled opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the Amish community through the relationships we've built over many years. Our trusted partnerships with local Amish families and businesses allow us to share experiences with them.
Your journey begins with a scenic drive through Lancaster County's beautiful farmland as one of our knowledgeable local guides brings the region's history to life. Learn how the Amish and Mennonites first settled in Pennsylvania, why they came, and how their faith continues to shape their way of life today. Along the way, you'll gain insight into Amish traditions, education, family life, farming, religion, and the values that have sustained their community for generations.
Unlike traditional sightseeing tours, this experience includes multiple exclusive stops at privately owned Amish farms and small family businesses. Meet local artisans, step onto working farms, and explore places that are not typically accessible to the average visitor. Each stop provides a unique opportunity to ask questions, engage in meaningful conversations, and experience Lancaster County through the eyes of the people who call it home.
Every tour is a little different because every day in Amish Country is different. Our guides tailor each experience based on the season, the day's activities, and the opportunities available, making every tour a truly one-of-a-kind experience.
Important Information
- This experience requires guests to enter and exit the van multiple times and includes walking on uneven ground at farms and rural properties.
-Guests should be comfortable stepping into and out of our passenger van throughout the tour.
-Please dress appropriately for the weather, as portions of the experience take place outdoors.
-Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
-This experience includes visits to private Amish homes, farms, and businesses. We ask all guests to be respectful of our hosts, their property, and their way of life.
-Out of respect for our Amish hosts, your guide will explain photography guidelines before each stop.
-Service Animals: Guests traveling with a trained service animal must notify loKal Experiences before booking. Because this experience includes visits to private Amish homes, farms, and businesses, advance coordination with our hosts is required to determine whether accommodations can be made.
-Car seats are not provided by loKal Experiences. In accordance with Pennsylvania law, children who require a car seat or booster seat must use one while riding in our vehicle. Guests are responsible for bringing and installing their own child safety seat.
-Our vehicles are not equipped with wheelchair lifts, and portions of this experience may not be accessible for guests with mobility limitations.
