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Moses was a great tour...
Moses was a great tour guide. Eating with the Amish family was the highlight of our trip. Lillian and Daniel were great host.
Authentic Tour & Meal with the Amish!
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $99 / person
- Location
- Lancaster
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 477 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 14
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- loKal Experiences
- Meeting point
- Parking lot of the Visitors Center, centrally located (Discover Lancaster). We will transport our guests in our 14 passenger, loKal Experiences van.
Description
Go beyond the typical tourist experience and discover the heart of Lancaster County through an authentic visit with a local Amish family. Your experience begins aboard one of our comfortable vans as you travel through Lancaster County's breathtaking countryside. The highlight of your experience is a visit to an Amish family's home, where you'll be warmly welcomed and treated to a traditional, home-cooked meal prepared by your Amish hosts. This isn't a restaurant or staged attraction—it's a genuine opportunity to gather around the family table, enjoy delicious homemade food, and engage in meaningful conversation. -Service Animals: Due to the nature of this experience taking place in a private Amish home and on a working farm, accommodations for service animals may vary. -Out of respect for our Amish hosts, your guide will explain any photography guidelines before arriving at the home.
Tour Options
Itinerary
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
Included
You will be served a full, cooked lunch in an Amish home.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
477 reviews
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for travelers who might have difficulty getting on and off a touring van with two steps up.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Authentic Tour & Meal with the Amish! take?
Authentic Tour & Meal with the Amish! lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Authentic Tour & Meal with the Amish! cost?
Prices start at $99 per person for this Lancaster experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Authentic Tour & Meal with the Amish! for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Parking lot of the Visitors Center, centrally located (Discover Lancaster). We will transport our guests in our 14 passenger, loKal Experiences van. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Authentic Tour & Meal with the Amish! offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 14 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Authentic Tour & Meal with the Amish! worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 477 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by loKal Experiences.
Reviews(477)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
J
A meal with amish.
Sandy was a great tour guide, knowledgeable and fun. The meal was delish, the host was friendly and caring. Gave clarification on "no electricity", they use propane and solar.
R
Very informative about...
Very informative about the Amish. It was short, concise, and straightforward information. Our group was just of modest size for a group tour in an Amish home. Moses, the tour guide, was very knowledgeable and eager in answering questions about the culture. Visiting an Amish residence helped us understand their way of life. Overall, the experience was memorable and highly recommended.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience and found it both informative and memorable. Moses does a fantastic job sharing his knowledge of the Amish community, and we’re glad he made your visit so special. We’re also happy that visiting an Amish home gave you a deeper understanding of their way of life. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another experience soon!
T
Wonderful Way to Experience Amish Life
My husband and I treated a friend from Japan to a visit to an Amish home and a delicious lunch., something she would never have done on her own. The tour guide was superb! Gave an informative talk while driving the van so we could see the countryside on the way. The lady and her daughters were quite kind, answered everyone's questions, and gave us and our friend a view of Amish life we could not have experienced otherwise.
Operator response
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you and your guests enjoyed this special experience. It’s heartwarming to hear that your guide and Amish host family made your visit so memorable. We truly appreciate you sharing this experience with your friend and hope to welcome you back again soon!
J
Authentic
Great guide with lots of information Amish lady was very kind and welcoming. Meal was authentic and did contain lots of starches. Burnt buttered noodles, corn, fresh bread, chicken, beets and pickles, ice cream. Sweet family and we met the horses. Would recommend.
Operator response
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the delicious home-cooked meal, meeting the family, and learning about the Amish community. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back again soon!
C
A 5-star experience.
Excellent experience. We learned a lot, had a delicious meal, and were thoroughly entertained. Both the tour guide and the Amish hostess were exceptional.
Operator response
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the delicious meal and had a great experience with your guide and Amish hostess. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
P
Disappointing. Threw money away
The food was something we could have gotten in a buffet. We were expecting a tour with an Amish guide around the property. It was a newly built house. No history. I threw $100 out the windiest
Operator response
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re very sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. We take all guest feedback seriously and would appreciate the opportunity to speak with you directly to better understand your concerns and discuss your experience. We kindly ask that you give our team a call at your convenience so we can address this personally. We look forward to hearing from you!
V
Wonderful, would definitely do it again!
This tour was a wonderful experience. The family we visited were very welcoming & the meal was delicious!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience and felt so welcomed by your host family. We’re especially happy you enjoyed the delicious home-cooked meal! We truly appreciate you joining us and hope to welcome you back for another experience in the future!
P
Amish country, lancaster pa
Wonderful experiences, great guide with lots of information, good food, and fun.
Operator response
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you had a fun and enjoyable experience, from the informative tour to the delicious food. We truly appreciate you joining us and hope to welcome you back again someday!
K
Amazing guide and host
Moses was so knowledgeable and kind. He was a top tier guide. Sara welcomed us into her home and was very hospitable. She provided quite the spread of good food and was happy to answer questions. We had a great experience.
Operator response
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that Moses made your experience so memorable with his knowledge and kindness. We’re also so glad you enjoyed Sara’s warm hospitality, delicious meal, and the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about Amish life. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back for another experience in the future!
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