LANCASTER FARM FIELD GUIDE
Behind the Farm Gates: An Intimate Amish Immersion in Lancaster County
A focused, 3-hour guided experience by loKal Experiences that visits private Amish farms and businesses and delivers expert history and cultural context.
Behind the Farm Gates: An Intimate Amish Immersion in Lancaster County.
Prepare for an immersive three-hour exploration of Amish life in Lancaster County: a driving tour that passes multiple sites tied to the original Amish and Mennonite settlement, combined with several stops at private farms and businesses where guests receive expert, up‑close interpretation of Amish history, religion, education and daily practice.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Private-Farm Encounters
Multiple stops at private Amish farms and businesses provide a rare, close view of everyday life that most visitors do not see.
An Insider’s History
Expert guiding lays out when, how and why the Amish came to Lancaster, pairing historical overview with insights into religious practice and education.
A Mobile, Intimate Tour
The itinerary begins with a driving tour of settlement sites and includes repeated van departures and entries, creating a compact, conversational rhythm between travel and on‑site visits.
What the day feels like
What the Experience Feels Like
You ride a small van through Lancaster County, listening to focused, expert narration about the Amish and Mennonite settlement, then step out multiple times to enter private farms and businesses for up‑close conversation and observation—an intense three hours designed for guests who value genuine connection and authenticity.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits—and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The experience runs approximately 3 hours.
Bring any required car seats for children—car seats are not provided. Be prepared to step into and out of the van multiple times during the tour.
The tour meets in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.
Passengers should be able to step up into a vehicle multiple times; those with difficulty doing so should reconsider booking.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts approximately 3 hours.
Where is the meeting location?
The tour meets in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.
Will we visit private farms and businesses?
Yes — the itinerary includes multiple stops at private Amish farms and businesses.
Are children allowed and are car seats provided?
Children are allowed, but any child who requires a car seat must bring it; car seats are not provided.
Is this tour suitable for people with limited mobility?
If you have difficulty stepping up into a vehicle, this tour may not be suitable because passengers enter and exit the van multiple times.
What subjects does the guide cover?
Guides provide a comprehensive history of the Amish in Lancaster, including context about religion and education, alongside on‑site interpretation.