Truly Authentic Lancaster Experience!
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Truly Authentic Lancaster Experience!
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Ages 0-100, max of 14 per group
Duration: 2h 30m
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Live guide: English
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- Start:
- East King Street Garage, 150 E King St, Lancaster, PA 17602, USAPlease park in the East King Street Parking Garage. We will be meeting out front at the Entrance of the building.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 111259P1- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Guest should be able to walk approximately 6 city blocks at a leisurely pace and be able to enter and exit our touring van.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 111259P1
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Itinerary
- 150 E King St, Lancaster, PA 17602, USAPlease park in the East King Street Parking Garage. We will be meeting out front at the Entrance of the building.
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- 2Pass byLancaster Central Market
- 3Pass by1719 Museum (formerly 1719 Hans Herr House & Museum)
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- W254MDjeannieb0 contributionsThank you for our excellent tour of the "Unique Amish Immersion in Lancaster"Mike was an excellent tour guide who has been well affiliated with the Amish community members who knew him. He was very knowledgeable in presenting information about the tour sites as well as the Amish way of life and culture. He was able to answer any questions we had, and as a result...we learned so much. I even learned more than when I was at another nearby venue. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone! Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge, Mike. Happy holidays! Jeannie and SienaWritten December 3, 2024
- Chrissy11130 contributionsAmazingAmazing amazing amazing Beautiful countryside of farms cows sheep goats and horses Local tour company with Jamie full of interesting history of the Amish Mellonites And Brethren Cultures Delicious home cooked meal by Sara Lots of laughs interesting stories of family life She played the harmonica for us Just wish we could sit and chat longer at lunch Definitely a must if you plan a visit to Lancaster PAWritten November 24, 2024
- kevinmR8181QK0 contributionsUnique Amish experienceTrip was amazing! Very unique experience. Guide was very informative on all aspects of Amish life. Looking forward to future tripsWritten November 20, 2024
- AmyCuckoo0 contributionsWonderful food with wonderful companyWe met Dale at the tourist centre and instantly hit it off with our love for Rugby! Dale is the font of all knowledge on the Amish, Lancaster and Pennsylvania history! Was fascinating to hear all the knowledge he imparted on us. For the trip, Emma and her daughter were wonderful hosts in their home and the food was amazing! Will definitely be cooking some of them at home with thanks for Emma’s cookbook! Only teeny niggle, Emma was quite shy and as there was no one else but us on the tour, it made it a little awkward at lunch but overall, amazing experience!Written November 19, 2024
- Trkell880 contributionsAmish experience.We had a very enjoyable experience with Jamie as our guide. He was very informative and knowledgeable of the Amish. The lunch we had in the Amish home was amazing! Will definitely come back!Written November 17, 2024
- susanhA8771EG0 contributionsVery Informative with a knowledgeable guide.The tour was very informative and full of details. Jamie was very knowledgeable and personable. We weren't expecting to spend so much time in the van. Pulling up to a historical site and listening to the story behind it but not getting out to actually see it was a bummer. We also kind of felt we were going to visit all of his friends, It was just a bit weird with that par/Written November 11, 2024
- lisasW4978AD0 contributionsWonderful Afternoon of Food and FunA highlight of our trip to Lancaster. The tour was wonderful and informative. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable, and we enjoyed our time. It was such an honor to get to have a delicious home cooked lunch with a very kind hospitable Amish lady. It was something that I will never forget. Highly recommend this activity.Written November 10, 2024
- Susan H0 contributionsJamie was an amazing guide full of of knowledge and very open!Jamie was an amazing guide, full of knowledge and very open about the Amish culture. We just wish we spent less time sitting in the van and more time exploring. Pulling to the side and explaining doesn’t do the same justice. Not to take away from what a great guide Jamie is, just what the program allowsWritten November 9, 2024
- Joann S0 contributionsFabulous tour!This tour is a must do for those wanting to visit some Amish farms (including a dairy farm with an ice cream shop for a yummy treat!) & learn a lot about the history and present-day life of the Amish (& Mennonites). Dale was our wonderful, insightful, and very knowledgeable tour guide. My husband & I enjoyed our 3 hour tour very much! Definitely recommend to those who want to dive a little deeper into learning about Amish culture & way of life. Scenery was also beautiful as we rode all around the Amish countryside.Written November 2, 2024
- O6836GLkimj0 contributionsVery informative3 hours of history and information about the Amish and Mennonite communities from someone who has lived near, and interacted with the cultures his whole life. 4 stops to highlight different areas. Very informative and interestingWritten November 1, 2024
- ElizabethR41740 contributionsGreat Tour!This was a great tour! The tour guide was very informative and entertaining. I found the experience amazing. Took many pictures and we got to have delicious ice cream.Written October 25, 2024
- kirstygT5923FQ0 contributionsFun, RelaxingReally informative and great experience, thank you for the recommendation and great time!! The ice cream was my favorite thing!!Written October 24, 2024
- C5904IGdennish0 contributionsAn Awesome DayBoth the tour and meal with the Amish were worth every penny. Mike, our driver and guide, did a fantastic job sharing his knowledge and experience about the Amish people. The meal, cooked and served by Amish women was the best!Written October 23, 2024
- brendawY1263UL0 contributionsBest Part of Our Trip!This was a wonderful experience. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable about the area and about the Amish lifestyle. The family who hosted us was so friendly and it was a delightful meal. The food was fabulous, our hostess was so sweet and accommodating. After the meal we were invited to visit around their property and our hostess was available and happy to answer all the questions we had. I would definitely recommend this to anyone traveling the Lancaster.Written October 21, 2024
- ARTW800 contributionsImmersion into a different way of life.Learned about Amish history, philosophy, perspective, traditions and way of life. Up-close visit to Amish farms. Interesting and enlightening.Written October 20, 2024
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ProfLeibo
Troy, NY10 contributions
As a college professor of Modern World civilization I can be very picky about how well tour guides handle such tours. Indeed, I usually am. But not here. Phil did a wonderful job and his personal relationship to the Amish community allowed all sorts of insights no true outsider could have offered.
Written February 23, 2020
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Thank you!
Written March 17, 2020
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Span_pro
Enfield, CT109 contributions
Jul 2022
We were very impressed by "Coach" and his knowledge of the City of Lancaster, its history and its architecture. The fact that the tour then took us out into the countryside and we were given a thorough history of the Amish and the Mennonites was both enlightening and entertaining. Our guide has many, many years of experience giving tours, and had many personal asides and anecdotes for us. He took our vehicle through a maze of winding roads, past all sorts of historical gems, and knew every bit of the area by heart. "Coach was friendly, conversational and informative, and I would highly recommend this tour.
Written July 9, 2022
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That's great to hear. Thank you for the review and taking the time to explain why it is such a great experience and value. We really do appreciate it.
Written July 12, 2022
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sftbalcoach23
Coopersburg, PA78 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Had a wonderful tour with Phil! He was very knowledgeable about everything in and around the city! Told us all about the Amish and their lifestyle. Walking around the city was an eye opener with the rich history and architectural treasures. We will be bringing our friends with us next time and will be sure to book with him. The drive in the country with the ice cream stop was delicious. Well worth every penny.
Written January 12, 2020
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Thank you so much! It was our pleasure to host you two!
Written January 13, 2020
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Sandra G
Sewickley, PA2 contributions
Sep 2020 • Friends
Excellent walking tour of downtown Lancaster with lots of information on architecture and people who formed the city. Mike, the tour guide, was very knowledgeable and interactive with participants. Visit to an Amish home and viewing other farms was lovely.
Written September 4, 2020
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Thank you! I enjoyed the experience as much as you did.
Written September 16, 2020
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Deb
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We started this tour with a brisk fall walk in the city of Lancaster with our tour host Mike. He was so knowledgeable about the area. The architecture of the buildings was explained in such detail. We rode out of the city into the beautiful countryside where the Amish culture was explained in great detail which was amazing. We visited an Amish dairy farm where they have a creamery so we enjoyed ice cream in a freshly made waffle cone. Delicious! If you are in the Lancaster area, don’t miss this tour.
Written October 12, 2022
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Thank you so much for the great review! We are always happy to highlight the many and varied aspects of our area, both the city and country. We appreciate you sharing your impressions of the experience.
Written October 14, 2022
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Steve S
Clarksville, MD17 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
Mike met us at 9 am and proceeded to show us around Lancaster on foot. He was thorough, knowledgable and very nice to spend time with. We enjoyed learning the history of Lancaster and the surrounding area. The ride to the Amish Country area was pleasant with two wonderful stops: one was possibly the best ice cream we ever had; the second was a home/workshop of an Amish family. Sadly, the Central Market was not open on our tour day (only open Tuesday, Friday and Saturday). Mike gave us an alternative recommendation for lunch (C'est La Vie) which was great. We highly recommend this specific tour with Mike.
Written May 17, 2024
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Thanks for the great review! We are always happy to share the history and culture of Lancaster City as well as that of Lancaster County's Amish community. We very much appreciate the recommendation.
Written June 9, 2024
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James M
Brooklyn, New York32 contributions
We took a very interesting and informative tour of Lancaster City and Lancaster County. Our guide Phil was excellent. Prior to our arrival to Lancaster, we informed Phil that we were arriving via train on the day of the tour. Phil offered to pick us up at the train station and bring us to the starting point of the tour. We began with a 45 minute walking tour of Lancaster City. Phil pointed out numerous historical sites accomplied with interesting facts. After the walking tour, we drove through the picturesque farmlands of Lancaster County. Phil demonstrated great knowledge of Amish history and culture. We stopped by an Amish creamery and enjoyed a delicious waffle cone (after a few samples), later in the tour, we visited an Amish home and took a quick tour. Our tour ended with Phil generously dropping us off at our hotel.
A great experience!
A great experience!
Written August 28, 2020
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Thank you, William! It was our pleasure to host you.
Written August 29, 2020
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pradnya c
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Mar 2024 • Family
We started our walking tour punctually at 9:00 AM. Our guide, Mike was extremely thorough, thoughtful and knowledgeable. We never rushed through the trip and took time to explain all the details. We absolutely loved the experience and recommend Lokal tours for those interested in exploring the beautiful Amish countryside and learning more about the culture and history of Lancaster !
Written March 30, 2024
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Thank you for the great review! We appreciate it, and we appreciate you. It's gratifying to hear how much you enjoyed your experience with loKal.
Written April 10, 2024
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Linda V
1 contribution
Oct 2020
Our guide, Mike, was extremely informative with all the historical facts he shared. His pride of the Lancaster area shows through his presentation. We especially enjoyed visiting the Amish Creamery and the Amish family farm.
Written October 19, 2020
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Thanks. I'm happy you enjoyed it. Great guests make for great experiences!
Written October 22, 2020
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Michele R
Rocky Mount, NC8 contributions
Excellent tour. Mike was very knowledgeable about Lancaster’s history and told us lots of interesting facts. The countryside tour was very informative about the Amish way of life. The ice cream was a surprise treat even on a chilly day. Highly recommend this tour if you want to learn a little history and a glimpse of the Amish.
Written March 20, 2023
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Thank you! We appreciate you choosing loKal and for sharing your impressions of the experience with others. So glad to hear you enjoyed it.
Written March 22, 2023
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I think it depends. The walking part took about an hour, although we were walking slowly and stopped to take in the sights. If your young kids can walk that far, it should be OK. After that, we went on a minibus to see the countryside and learn about Amish history and farm methods. I can't imagine the kids would be that interested if they are very young, but it's a nice ride. I could see them falling asleep on the ride.
Written September 1, 2022
Hello my name is Carol i am wondering if you other starting ours for the tours? I will be there march 3 at 12:00 pm i am looking forward to do the tour. You can contact me by my email I will be looking foward for the answer.
Written January 30, 2022
Our tour started at 09:00 A.M.
Written November 6, 2021
Nomad247145
Dallas, Texas
I thought I had booked tour for 2 adults on 5/22 but have no confirmation...should I book again?
Written May 14, 2021
No ..we had a walking tour in Lancaster then a van ride thru Amish country. 2 stops. Creamery and a amish house that sold hand made birdhouses. It was well worth it.
Written February 26, 2020
What is the total duration time of this tour?
Written July 8, 2019
2 hours, 15 minutes.
Written October 25, 2019
Interested in 9 am on 17 May. My daughter is handicapped and woalks only with aid of walker. Can you accommodate or modify if necessary?
Written May 7, 2019
Hi Jim - absolutely! We have a large 14 passenger van.
Written May 8, 2019
Hi, is this a private tour? Trying to book a 9am Saturday tour in June for 2 adults and 1 child (3 years old). Will you provide transportation and what kind and do we need to bring a carseat for the child?
Written April 28, 2019
Hi Ria, group sizes range from 2 to 14 people. We do not provide car seats.
Written October 25, 2019
Auto but you are in a buggy....
Written April 19, 2019
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