Both the Amish and Mennonite religions are Anabaptist in their foundation, although it is the Amish that people generally come to see, because of their strict adherence to a number of principles (known as the ordnung). In particular, the Amish people do not drive motorized vehicles, wear very similar clothing, one to another, ride around in buggies pulled by beautifully kept horses, use simple farm machinery to work their fields, forgo the use of electricity in the homes and hang their washing out to dry on long lines, raised high above their yards

What You'll See

Depending on the length of your tour, you will drive along many of the country roads that criss-cross the area, view a 40-minute movie about growing up as an Amish boy, take a buggy ride of your own desired length, visit a local bakery, tour a museum set up as the Amish have lived for more than two centuries in the area, and you’ll get the chance to buy souvenirs at one of the many craft stores and quilt shops.

Tour Length

Our Lancaster County tour can last for as little as a half day (2 plus hours of which will be getting there and back), but a full day is best. Or combine this with a tour of either Valley Forge or the Brandywine Valley.

Pick-Up and Drop-Off

We will pick you up and drop you off at your hotel or another place of your choosing. For a full day it’s best to start at around 9:00am.