Authentic Amish Experience: Cultural Insights in Lancaster
4.8
231 Ratings
Lancaster
Immerse yourself in the authentic Amish culture with our guided tour in Lancaster. Experience the rich traditions, enjoy delicious meals, and gain cultural insights. Book now!
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Amish Country - We will meet in Lancaster and drive through the Amish countryside learning about the Amish culture with a narrated tour of a few stops -
What's Included
  • Lunch included
Additional Information

Each of our tour guides has a unique and personal connection to the Amish community, and they take pleasure in revealing the genuine Lancaster County to visitors. This deep and engaging excursion is specially curated to offer you a unique glimpse into the true Amish way of life. Every meal you have will be a delightful experience!

  • We offer options for vegetarian meals.
  • Kindly note that the confirmation of this tour is subject to the availability of an Amish family host.
  • As per the regulations of the PA Department of Agriculture, we are obligated to notify you that these meals are cooked in private households, which are neither licensed nor subjected to any inspection.
  • We request you to dress respectfully and refrain from taking photographs of their faces as per their wishes.
  • Not recommended for travelers who might have difficulty getting on and off a touring van with two steps up.
Location
Discover Lancaster
Greenfield Road
Parking lot of the Visitors Center, centrally located (Discover Lancaster). We will transport our guests in our 14 passenger, loKal Experiences van.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
4.8
(231 Ratings)
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Paulette_s
Apr 14, 2024
Amish love! - I enjoyed the tour and the most memorable and loving thing was to sit down and have lunch with an Amish family they were very friendly and warm I really appreciate it my time it was second to none
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Anthony_n
Mar 24, 2024
Lunch with an Amish Family - Our guide Jaime was great. He was totally knowledgeable about the history of the Amish. He was personable and made the trip a great experience. The host family and their children were great. Food was amazing. We all had a great time. My grandkids totally enjoyed the experience
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Carol_p
Mar 17, 2024
Lovely experience! - We enjoyed chatting with Linda and her family. Had a lovely meal and the other couple in our group was delightful!
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Elaine_m
Mar 6, 2024
Personal way to explore the Amish lifestyle - Our guide Mike was most knowledgeable about the Amish & Mennonite history and way of life. The van was comfortable and clean. The scenery was beautiful. Our host family, the Beilers, were very friendly, welcoming, and open to questions and conversation. The meal and dessert was plentiful and very delicious. It was truly a wonderful tour and experience. My only complaint is that tickets through Viator were $10 higher than if purchased from the Get Our Guide site. Not cool.
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Jim_t
Dec 14, 2023
Definitely one of our trip highlights!!! - Dale did an absolutely incredible job bringing the history of the region to life for us. Explaining the history from its roots in Europe through the settlements here with must additional Pennsylvania history. The meal with Sarah was exquisite... home cooked finery at its best... chicken, meatloaf, potatoes and on and on. Each dish prepared to guarantee to make you want to come beck for more. The tour in its entirety was definitely one of the highlights of our trip...we highly recommend it.
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Scottwd7908zm
Dec 10, 2023
Enjoyed - They were professional and courteous. Enjoyed the good meal with the Amish. Nice bus tour through the Amish countryside.
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Maria_d
Dec 8, 2023
Lovely meal with Amish family. - Very authentic experience. Family was very lovely. Meal was delicious. Even though the children said very little, I think they enjoyed our company and walked us out to the barn and lead us to where their bunnies were.
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Robert_l
Nov 26, 2023
Worthwhile experience - I highly enjoyed this experience and will definitely return! The family was wonderful, and inviting. Their kids were very kind, well-mannered, and playful. The food was so great! I left super full. The couple was extremely open and informative about their way of life and took the time to get to know each of us and our own livlihoods. I learned so much and enjoyed the whole experience. Try this experience out for yourself! You really dive into their lives for a moment and learn a lot about the Amish community.
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Brenda_t
Nov 26, 2023
Our guide (Jamie) was... - Our guide (Jamie) was excellent. The meal was delicious. The host were very friendly and a beautiful family
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Patricia
Apr 17, 2024
Disappointing Back-to-Back Tours with Lokal Experiences and Tour Guide Sandy - I had a deeply unsettling experience with Lokal Experiences during two scheduled back-to-back tours, starting with the "Authentic Tour & Meal with the Amish" followed by the "Unique Amish Immersion in Lancaster," both led by a guide named Sandy. Despite the tours’ promising descriptions, our experience was marred by unprofessionalism and insensitivity, particularly towards families with children. During the first tour, while crossing a bridge, Sandy made an inappropriate comment about sneaking in a kiss if you're with a partner, which was not suitable given the presence of young children, including my own 10-year-old who became visibly upset. Furthermore, Sandy exhibited a cold demeanor throughout. She bluntly told me to keep my children occupied with electronic devices because "other clients are paying customers" — as though my family and I were not. This dismissive attitude not only made me feel judged as a parent but also left me in tears. It seemed as if our presence was an inconvenience, rather than a part of a group equally entitled to enjoy the tour. After such a disappointing experience on the first tour, we chose not to proceed with the second tour scheduled for the same day. Despite not attending the "Unique Amish Immersion in Lancaster," the company refused to refund this part of our booking, further compounding our disappointment and frustration. This experience does not reflect the respectful and engaging cultural representation one would expect from a service claiming to offer authentic insights into Amish culture. I strongly advise against booking with this company, especially for those traveling with children. Their approach appears profit-driven at the expense of genuine hospitality and respect for all customers.
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