10 Cultural Tours in Pennsylvania Dutch Country That You Shouldn't Miss

September 7, 2021 Brandee Mangan

Discover the best top things to do in Pennsylvania Dutch Country, United States including Underground Railroad motor coach excursions in Lancaster County PA, Underground Railroad Walking excursion-City of Lancaster, PA USA, Authentic Tour & Meal with an Amish Family!, 5-Day Philadelphia, D.C., Niagara Falls, and Toronto Tour from New York City, "Contactless" Guided Amish Farmlands Tour, 2-Day Washington DC, Philadelphia and Amish Country Tour from New York, Philadelphia and Amish Country Day Trip from New York City, 4-day Niagara Falls, Washington DC, and Philadelphia Tour from New York, Private Driving Tour of Lancaster and Amish Country, Underground Railroad half-day experience - Lancaster County, PA USA .
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1. Underground Railroad motor coach excursions in Lancaster County PA

201 Cool Springs Rd, Wrightsville, PA 17368, USA Randolph Harris
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Experience historic sites while traveling the pathways of the Underground Railroad in Lancaster County across river valleys, farmland, cities and small towns. Located just north of the famed Mason-Dixon Line, Lancaster County was a magnet for freedom seekers due to its network of religiously-inspired Abolitionists, free African Americans and white sympathizers, including civil rights pioneer, US Congressman Thaddeus Stevens (1792-1868). Be inspired by a professional historian and storyteller who brings alive this little-known yet significant history from the years following the American Revolution to the outbreak of the Civil War. Gain new perspectives on social issues in America today.

Inclusions: Rest stops, scenic overlooks, short walks at various destinations along the tour route., Historical themed video can be shown on motor coach video player when available.

Exclusions: Motor coach expense not included in professional guide fee.

Reviewed By LouiseLouisiana

Randy knew the old stories of the Underground Railroad and the new stories of the difficult fight to preserve the history. We loved this tour and highly recommend it.

2. Underground Railroad Walking excursion-City of Lancaster, PA USA

LancasterHistory, 230 N President Ave, Lancaster, PA 17603, USA Randolph Harris
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5.0 based on 7 reviews

Your conductor is a former journalist, now a consulting historian and advocate for the preservation of historic sites associated with the Underground Railroad. Randolph Harris has been responsible for the research and documentation of 21 of the approximately 55 sites, programs and facilities included in the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. This is a program of the US Department of the Interior/National Park Service. Four of these designated sites are visited on this walking tour of the City of Lancaster. The tour is conducted in the heart of the historic City of Lancaster, one of the most vibrant and attractive small towns in America.

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Reviewed By fromamothersk

This tour was absolutely amazing! Randy is so knowledgeable and gave us an exquisite tour of the origins of the underground railroad. We learned about key figures in history and I left with a greater appreciation of our nation's history and the courageous people who fought for a good cause.

3. Authentic Tour & Meal with an Amish Family!

Discover Lancaster, 501 Greenfield Rd, Lancaster, PA 17601, USA loKal Experiences
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4.9 based on 43 reviews

All of our guides have individual and unique ties to the Amish community and have always enjoyed showing off the “true” Lancaster County. This rich, immersive experience is personally designed to give you a rare window into the authentic Amish culture. Every meal is an amazing experience! * Vegetarian meals are available. * Please note this tour is not confirmed until we secure an Amish Family host. * The PA Department of Agriculture requires us to inform you in advance that these meals are prepared in private homes, which are not licensed or inspected. * Please dress respectfully and adhere to their preferences to not photograph their faces.

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Reviewed By cindyrU4297UY

This experience was as much a walking tour of the city of Lancaster as it was about the Mennonite and Amish countryside. I was pleasantly surprised at the vast history of this city. It was a great tour.

4. 5-Day Philadelphia, D.C., Niagara Falls, and Toronto Tour from New York City

W 42nd St & Port Authority Terminal, W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036, USA Empire Vacations Day Tours - New York
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FOR DEPARTURE ON WEDNESDAY THE ITINERARY IS REVERSE : PHILADELPHIA & AMISH COUNTRY - WASHINGTON DC - NIAGARA FALLS - TORONTO – 1000 ISLANDS Hop aboard this exciting 5 day adventure snaking your way through the American Northeast travelling to Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Niagara Falls, Toronto and 1000 Islands. Your guided tour begins in New York City and includes Hotel accommodations.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Professional tour guide, Transportation by 15-passenger van or a full-sized bus, 4 night hotel including tax and Continental Breakfast, Sightseeing in Niagara Falls, 1000 Islands cruise (May to October), Wifi on bus only, Amish Buggy Ride

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By lorik902

I understand that we are all dealing with Covid 19 during this stressful time. However we decided to take this tour and booked many weeks ahead. The tour was cancelled as we were boarding our flight to fly out west and left us stranded. No hotels. Just sent a little email saying I hope you get this email that the tour is cancelled. Extremely unprofessional. Didn’t offer to try to help us make other arrangements. Will definitely hesitate to book on Viator again.

5. "Contactless" Guided Amish Farmlands Tour

Amish Experience, 3121 Old Philadelphia Pike, Bird in Hand, PA 17505, USA The Amish Experience
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4.5 based on 10 reviews

This is a fully "contactless" tour. You drive in the comfort and convenience of your own car, and our guide leads you using our mini bus. Whatever our guide says comes through your car's FM radio. Unlike a taped tour, or an app on your phone, this tour will be up to date moment by moment tailored to whatever is happening in the Amish farmland at the time.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: WiFi on board

Reviewed By joanne B

Loved the bus tour, the movie and the homestead and school; all of it was so interesting! I live every minute of it!

6. 2-Day Washington DC, Philadelphia and Amish Country Tour from New York

W 42nd St & Port Authority Terminal, W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036, USA Empire Vacations Day Tours - New York
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While in New York, take a trip the City of Brotherly Love and the nation’s capital on this 2-day tour through Philadelphia, Washington DC and Amish country. Explore these two significant American cities aboard a luxury, air-conditioned coach or van. Visit sites including the Liberty Bell, Constitution Hall, Capitol Hill, the Air and Space Museum and more! On your way back to New York, stop in Amish country and see what it would be like to live without today’s modern technology.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Professional tour guide, Transportation by 15-passenger van or a full-sized bus, Sightseeing in Philadelphia and Washington DC, 1-night hotel including tax and Continental Breakfast, Authentic Amish Buggy ride through the Amish farm, Wifi on bus only

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By lorik902

I understand that we are all dealing with Covid 19 during this stressful time. However we decided to take this tour and booked many weeks ahead. The tour was cancelled as we were boarding our flight to fly out west and left us stranded. No hotels. Just sent a little email saying I hope you get this email that the tour is cancelled. Extremely unprofessional. Didn’t offer to try to help us make other arrangements. Will definitely hesitate to book on Viator again.

7. Philadelphia and Amish Country Day Trip from New York City

W 42nd St & Port Authority Terminal, W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036, USA Empire Vacations Day Tours - New York
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Explore the countryside outside New York on a day trip to Philadelphia and Lancaster County, home of the Amish people. You'll drive through the beautiful Pennsylvania countryside, tour Philadelphia and its famous Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, and take an ride in an authentic Amish buggy.

Inclusions: Professional tour guide, Transportation by 15-passenger van or a full-sized bus, Sightseeing in Philadelphia and Amish Country, Authentic Amish buggy ride by Amish farmland, Wi-Fi on bus only

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By lorik902

I understand that we are all dealing with Covid 19 during this stressful time. However we decided to take this tour and booked many weeks ahead. The tour was cancelled as we were boarding our flight to fly out west and left us stranded. No hotels. Just sent a little email saying I hope you get this email that the tour is cancelled. Extremely unprofessional. Didn’t offer to try to help us make other arrangements. Will definitely hesitate to book on Viator again.

8. 4-day Niagara Falls, Washington DC, and Philadelphia Tour from New York

W 42nd St & Port Authority Terminal, W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036, USA Empire Vacations Day Tours - New York
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Head north from New York City to experience the best of the Niagara Falls, Philadelphia, Washington DC, and Amish Country. Relax in a climate-controlled coach or van on this exciting 4-day guided tour of the most popular destinations in the North East. All hotel accommodations included.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Professional tour guide, Transportation by 15-passenger van or a full-sized bus, 3 nights hotel accommodation including tax and continental breakfast, Wifi on bus only

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities

Reviewed By lorik902

I understand that we are all dealing with Covid 19 during this stressful time. However we decided to take this tour and booked many weeks ahead. The tour was cancelled as we were boarding our flight to fly out west and left us stranded. No hotels. Just sent a little email saying I hope you get this email that the tour is cancelled. Extremely unprofessional. Didn’t offer to try to help us make other arrangements. Will definitely hesitate to book on Viator again.

9. Private Driving Tour of Lancaster and Amish Country

229 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA Philly Tour Hub

Experience a bit of the Amish life on this private driving tour from Philadelphia to Lancaster County in Pennsylvania. Select from a 6-, 8-, or 10-hour tour, then travel over country roads while learning about the history, philosophies, and culture of the Amish and Mennonite people. Choose from a variety of activities, including an Amish buggy ride and/or visiting local craft stores and bakeries. Enjoy lunch at a classic Pennsylvania Dutch smorgasbord or market. Philadelphia hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By rachelnhenrye

We’ve been waiting to go on this tour for awhile. As soon as my daughter reached 102lbs we booked our tour and traveled 2hrs. Our tour guide Mike was great! He was informative, lively, fun, patient with the training and protective of the kids. The whole experience was great from our 1st step into the meeting place to the end of our tour, the whole staff was awesome, friendly and helpful. We would take the tour again.

10. Underground Railroad half-day experience - Lancaster County, PA USA

201 Cool Springs Rd, Wrightsville, PA 17368, USA Randolph Harris

This tour is specially designed for safe distancing by engaged cell phone technology between the conductor's private vehicle and the vehicles of the guests. One or two vehicles can be accommodated in this way, following the conductor who narrates stories along the tour route and also makes occasional stops. Short walks and talks are done at proper distances at select locations. Your conductor is a former journalist, now a consulting historian and advocate for the preservation of historic sites associated with the Underground Railroad. Randolph Harris has been responsible for the research and documentation of 21 of the approximately 55 sites, programs and facilities included in the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Seven of these designated sites are visited on this walking tour of the City of Lancaster.

Inclusions: Rest stops, scenic overlooks, short walks at various destinations along the tour route.

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Reviewed By LouiseLouisiana

Randy knew the old stories of the Underground Railroad and the new stories of the difficult fight to preserve the history. We loved this tour and highly recommend it.

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