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Since 1972, Bob Neff Tours has been providing refreshing, wholesome and family-oriented getaways that create an appreciation for the wonders of God’s world. Uniquely located in the heart of Lancaster County’s Amish Country, our professional team is dedicated to providing a worry-free, quality group touring experience that strengthens relationships through fellowship with others. We offer a wide variety of tours to many destinations. Whether an overnight or one-day motorcoach tour, flying, cruising or international getaway, you can be sure that, “We’ll take you there.”

• Lancaster County, Pennsylvania

A visit to this famous Amish settlement will give your students a lesson in religious freedom.  The Underground Railroad history and the Sight and Sound Theater with stunning Christian productions are also found here.   They will also experience a simpler lifestyle filled with faith and family, not to mention great food!  

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Most American Christian Tours Education Programs to Lancaster County, Pennsylvania include:

Amish Countryside Tour

Amish Farm Stop

The Amish Experience - theater  

With extended time or an additional day the program may include some of the following sites and attractions:

Sight and Sound Theater Production - world class Christian stage productions.

Amish family-style meal

Underground Railroad Experience

• Amish House Tour

Amish Bake Shop

Because of the protection afforded by the mountains of central Pennsylvania, Lancaster County enjoys a moderate climate. Conditions range from relatively mild in winter to warm and humid in summer with noticeable weather changes every few days throughout the year. Several very cold outbreaks can be expected most winters but moderation usually takes place rather rapidly. Summers are normally quite warm and humid with temperatures averaging 72° and humidity frequently better than 60% during the June through August period. Heat waves periodically produce uncomfortable conditions for up to several days at a time. Spring and fall are the transition seasons.

Precipitation is normally plentiful and well-distributed throughout the year. Rainfall is greatest during the summer months with close to 50% of the annual total recorded during the May through September growing season.  

Lancaster County, Pennsylvania is found in the south central portion of the state of Pennsylvania, in the beautiful Susquehanna Valley.  The land is mostly flat, with mild rolling hills, lending itself to farming. The farmland of Lancaster County is considered to be among the most fertile non-irrigated farmland in the world. Popular crops include tobacco, soybeans, and corn. There are a large number of dairy and chicken farms as well. 

smelling the "fresh" country air.  

standing alongside the road and seeing and hearing an Amish horse-drawn buggy pass.  

seeing the valleys filled with Amish farms.  

visiting an Amish bakeshop or craft house.  

Seeing a show at Sight and Sound Theater

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Friendly Persuasion, 1956, Allied Artists - released on DVD 2000, Warner Studios.   This movie is a story based on the Quakers during the Civil War.   Although the Quakers and Amish are different in beliefs - there are similarities in their style of plain living and pacifistic beliefs.  The idea here is that our country allows for different religious groups to practice their religion without persecution.

The Riddle of Amish Culture , Donald Kraybill, 1989, ISBN 0-8018-3682-4 It answers many of those difficult questions about why the Amish do what they do.  

The Amish in their Own Words , compiled by Brad Igou, 1999, Herald Press Short readings and stories show the Amish as people; one of the few books actually written by the Amish themselves. LISTEN Listen to a sample of an Amish hymn (YouTube link) being sung from the Ausbund, the Amish hymnal.

The Amish are wonderful cooks and bakers. If you stop at an Amish bakeshop on your tour, we would recommend the whoopie pies - little cakes with icing between them.  Pretzels are another Amish Country favorite. They come in many flavors with many types of dipping sauces.  If your tour is eating at one of the Amish family-style restaurants - be adventurous!   Try the dried corn or the shoo-fly pie.

The Amish enjoy birch beer (like root beer) and lemonade.

The Amish call all non-Amish - "English"

There are many different groups of Amish.  The Old Order Amish are the group that most Americans think of when they hear Amish.

The Amish broke off of the Mennonites in the late 1600's.

That thousands of slaves escaped using the "Underground Railroad" through Lancaster County.

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Get Out & Discover Lancaster County

There is so much to see and explore throughout Lancaster County. Sure, you can wander around downtown Lancaster or go for a drive or bike ride on our back country roads on your own. But if you want to see and learn the important stuff, it helps to have an expert tour guide .

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They can take you places and share information that you might never have encountered on your own. Even if you have lived here for years or visited the area many times, there may be some fascinating things to learn that you never knew before. Below, you’ll find Amish Country PA tours , Lancaster city tours , and more.

Different Ways to Tour Lancaster County in 2024

There are many ways you can explore what this area has to offer.  Here are just a few:

So, get out and explore the treasures that await you throughout Lancaster County!

Amish Tours in Lancaster, PA & More!

Thistle Finch Distillery

Visit thistle finch distilling, Lancaster oldest operating distillery in a historic tobacco warehouse. Creating a wide range of spirits using local ingredients since 2013. Also offering tours, a retail shop, event space and full restaurant & bar. For hours and tour openings visit  thistlefinch.com

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Amish Experience Visit-in-Person Tour

Visit three real Amish homes. Meet a farmer at milking time, a craftsman in their workshop, and a family at home. We work with 30 authentic Amish households not normally open to the public. This exclusive tour takes 14 people maximum to ensure everyone interacts with the Amish hosts.

Amish Experience: Theater, Homestead, & Farm Tours

The Amish Experience is a complete interpretive center focusing on Amish culture and heritage.  Completely surrounded by Amish farmland along Route 340, the experience offers “Jacob’s Choice” in the Amish Experience multi-media Theater, guided walking tours of an Amish House & School , and guided bus tours of the Amish farmland.

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Amish Village Backroads Bus Tours

Get an up-close look at the Amish community during a 90-minute bus tour of the backroads of Amish Country.  See beautiful farms and learn about the customs and traditions that are alive and well within the Amish Community.  Plus, visit an Amish home or business along the route.

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Amish Experience SuperSaver Tour

Enjoy the emotional story of “ Jacob’s Choice ” in the Amish Experience Theater. Explore the Amish Country Homestead & One-Room School . Discover the spectacular beauty of the Amish farmlands on your 14-passenger shuttle, led by a certified Amish Country tour guide.

Old Windmill Farm – Amish Farm Tours

Come experience life on an Amish farm. Milk a cow, feed a calf and the pygmy goats, miniature bull, and miniature chickens. Watch the pot-bellied pigs perform. All ages will enjoy this! Then tour their big garden and sample the fresh produce. Groups are welcome. Learn about Amish life from the Amish.

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Bob Neff Tours – Worry-Free Tours to Many Destinations

Refreshing, wholesome and family-oriented getaways that create an appreciation for the wonders of God’s world. Our professional team is dedicated to providing a worry-free, quality touring experience. We offer a wide variety of tours to many destinations. Overnight and one-day motorcoach tours, flights, cruises, and international getaways.  “We’ll take you there.”

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Miller’s Smorgasbord Restaurant Since 1929. Voted Best, Again!

Stone Gables Estate – Horseback Riding, Train Rides, Events

Eden Resort & Suites: Voted Best Lancaster Hotel (Readers Choice)

Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre – Dinner & Show at One Price

AAA Buggy Rides

Ride with Amish guides and learn about the Amish lifestyle.

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Aaron & Jessica’s Buggy Rides

Ride like the Amish with a Horse and Buggy. Visit working Amish farms. Several ride options available, including Private Rides!

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Amish Country Homestead & One-Room School

Only officially designated “Heritage Site” Amish house tour and school.

Amish Farm and House

Our educational farm museum has tours and activities for everyone!

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Amish Farm and House Countryside Bus Tours

Tour the scenic back roads of Amish Country. Find out how the Amish live today on a guided bus tour!

Amish Village: Tour an Amish House, School, and Village

Experience the Amish way of life with a tour of an authentic Amish homestead.

Best Kept Secrets Tour

Shopping/Food Tour - 40+ unique businesses! Numerous discounts included!

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Ghost Tours of Lancaster & Strasburg

Nightly ghost tours in Lancaster City and in Strasburg.

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Keystone Trails Association

Explore PA's Susquehanna Riverlands at Keystone Hiking and Outdoor Weekend, 10/18-10/20! Choose from guided adventures, educational opportunities, and stewardship activities.

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Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum

Living history village and farm, preserved and interpreted.

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loKal Experiences – Truly Experience Lancaster County

loKal Experiences offers authentic, expertly guided experiences in Lancaster that explore Amish culture, Lancaster history, amazing food, and more.

Mennonite Life Visitors Center

Learn about Mennonites and what Mennonite Life has to offer. Watch a movie, book a custom countryside tour, and more.

Oregon Dairy Farmstead – The Barnyard Express Train Ride

All Aboard The Barnyard Express Train Ride and enjoy a beautiful tour of our family  dairy farm!

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Stoll & Wolfe Distillery

Enjoy Tastings and Cocktails Featuring Award Winning Rye and Bourbon or Purchase Our Craft Spirits.

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Stone Gables Estate – Ironstone Ranch – Star Barn

275+ acres of adventure!  Enjoy horseback trail rides and an 1800’s era steam train ride!

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Strasburg Rail Road

Ride through the scenic countryside aboard America's oldest short-line railroad.

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Strasburg Scooter Tours

You’ll enjoy our guided scooter tour through Lancaster County! Hop on our scooter or Scooter Coupe for a fun-filled tour.

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Sunflower Trail & Maze at Stoltzfus Farm

Explore our sunflower trail, petting zoo, stream, and a cup of freshly squeezed lemonade on our Amish farm.

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Turkey Hill Experience – Ice Cream Fun for the Whole Family!

Free ice cream samples. Create your own ice cream flavor.

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Verdant View Farm Tours

Milk a cow. Feed a calf. Pet pygmy goats. Hold bunnies. Plus, exotic hens, fishing, and a fun time for all ages!

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Experience the Amish Way of Life

Located in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country, The Amish Village offers an authentic look at today’s Amish lifestyle. Located on 12 scenic acres of land, The Amish Village lets visitors enjoy a genuine Amish property and experience Amish culture up close. We offer three value-driven Amish Tour experiences, including the Amish Farmhouse and Village Tour, Backroads Bus Tour, and the most value for your dollar, the Premium Package Tour.

Premium Package Tour

Get the most out of your Amish Country experience by combining the Amish Farmhouse & Village Tour and the Backroads Bus Tour. Same-day tickets are available on-site only.

Amish Farmhouse & Village Tour

Explore an authentic Amish Farmhouse, built in 1840, and tour our 12-acre Amish Village property.

Backroads Bus Tour

Visit PA Dutch Country and learn about today’s Amish lifestyle in comfortable, temperature-controlled buses.

Something for Everyone

Whether you’re looking to make new family memories, do some sightseeing along Amish farmland, purchase Amish baked goods, or immerse yourself in Amish culture, The Amish Village is your premier destination for enjoying what Lancaster County has to offer.

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Year Round Tours

Each season has something different to offer in Amish Country. The Amish Village experience changes naturally with the seasons, making each tour unique regardless of what time of year you visit.

Amish Culture & Traditions

Discover for yourself how Lancaster County Amish came to settle in this area, and how their lifestyle has persisted for nearly 300 years. Our friendly and knowledgeable guides are ready for your questions!

Amish Goods & Artifacts

Experience Amish culture up close by interacting with Amish artifacts such as a horse and buggy or an Amish blacksmith shop. Enjoy delicious Amish baked goods like whoopee pies and shoofly pie at our Village Marketplace.

Fun with Farm Animals

What is an Amish farm without a barn? Come visit our farm animals, including a mule, a steer, chickens, ducks, goats, sheep, horses, donkeys, pigs, and more. If you time it right, you might even see some baby animals!

Visit The Amish Village in Lancaster County Pennsylvania and experience the Plain Community culture for yourself. Get a close look at how the Amish have lived for more than 300 years by walking our 12-acre property, touring an authentic Amish Farmhouse from 1840, riding through Amish countryside, and learning from our experienced guides.

Property and Tours include:

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• One-room Schoolhouse
• Windmill & Water Wheel
• Smokehouse Market
• Blacksmith Shop
• Picnic Grounds

Open 9am-6pm, 7 days a week. Bus tours at 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm. Reservations highly recommended!

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Amish Country Tours from Philadelphia

Philadelphia to amish country .

Planning a trip to Amish Country for the day or the weekend is a wonderful way to spend time with your family and or friends. The heart of Amish Country is just a 1hr 30 minute drive on Route 30 from Philadelphia or a quick and scenic train trip to Lancaster Amtrak Station.

Amish Country Is Close, But Will Feel Like a World Away From Philadelphia

Enjoy the peace and serenity of the country backroads with a countryside bus tour from the Amish Farm and House. The relaxing Amish country bus tour will take you off the beaten track. you’ll travel 20 miles into the countryside making several stops at Amish-run businesses (when open).  This 90-minute tour is perfect for a trip with friends, a couple’s getaway, or a family vacation.

A countryside bus tour is the best way to experience Lancaster’s beauty & learn about Amish culture.

Explore Our 15-Acre Farm

Upon returning to The Amish Farm and House, explore the 15-acre farm and schoolhouse. Grab a bag of animal treats and you will make friends with all the horses, sheep, goats, alpacas, and other animals that make our farm home.  Don’t be alarmed if one of our farm cats decides to snuggle up with you! We have the friendliest cats you will ever meet.

A tour guide (Jamie) teaching guests about traditional Amish clothing during a farmhouse tour.

Make sure you take the house tour to round out your visit. You can spend half a day or the whole day at The Amish Farm and House, its up to you! And if you are hungry, grab some of the best BBQ in the area at The BBQ Barn located right on the grounds of The Amish Farm and House.

At The Amish Farm and House, we offer many tour options. The tours are fun for the entire family and will help you learn about Amish life. View our tour options today.

Activities in Lancaster Near Us

Now that you’ve done the Amish experience thing, there are so many other attractions in Lancaster to keep you entertained and amused.

The Strasburg Railroad is a great little excursion with tickets to fit any budget. If the weather is good, grab a seat on the open-air car. Kids and adults alike enjoy the fresh air and sunshine as the steam train rolls through the countryside. If an open car isn’t your fancy, try the first-class parlor car and sit back with a glass of wine. Check the Strasburg Railroad’s website for an updated schedule and information.

Where To Eat in Lancaster

After a day of adventure and fun, check out some of the two dozen microbreweries in Lancaster County . Not only do they serve amazing beer, but the food is also delicious too. You might find some live music depending on where you end up.

The Columbia-Wrightsville bridge spans the Susquehanna river.

Just across the Susquehanna River in the little town of Wrightsville, the Burning Bridge Tavern is hosting block parties all summer on Saturday evenings. Get there early to get a table, grab some food, and drink and mingle with the locals. Music starts at 6pm and is usually country with a side of rock. Families are welcome.

If you’re looking for a little more romance, book a table at the award-winning Italian restaurant, Luca, in Lancaster City, you won’t be disappointed.

Sundays in Lancaster’s Amish Country

Sunday can be a sleepy, quiet day in Amish Country. The Amish are at church in the morning but by noon volleyball games will begin and buggies will be on the roads.

Theme Parks in Lancaster County

Once you are ready to start your day, families can enjoy a day riding rides and seeing shows at Dutch Wonderland. If its nice and warm, pack swimsuits and cool off in Dukes Lagoon, the only water park in Lancaster County. Dutch Wonderland is located next door to the Cartoon Network Hotel, a one-of-a-kind lodging experience the kids will never forget.

Carousel at Dutch Wonderland taken from the Sky Ride.

Unique Experiences & Adventure

If a theme park is not your family’s idea of fun, try the Turkey Hill Experience. in Columbia. Create your very own flavor of ice cream and see how ice cream is made. There’s lots to explore, check out their website. Round out your weekend with action and adventure.

If your idea of fun includes, zip lining, high ropes, escape rooms, check out Refreshing Mountain Retreat in Stevens. Lodging is also available in cabins on the property. It’s a great place for a friend’s getaway.

Bed & Breakfasts

There is always B & B’s to consider when looking for a place to stay. Lancaster County has some incredible Bed and Breakfast to consider. Whether you want romance, history, quirky, or all three, there is something to satisfy everyone’s taste and budget. Check out our link to the Bed and Breakfasts in the area.

Lancaster’s Amish Country Is Just a Short Drive Away!

If you’ve been to Lancaster before but did not check off all your bucket list items, is it time to come back? The Amish Farm and House is here to help.

Every season has something different and unique. And summer isn’t the only time to visit! Often one weekend is just not enough time to experience the beauty, magic, and serenity that is Lancaster County – the heart of Amish Country. We hope you’ll visit with us soon!

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Farmlands Tour

For 65 years, the cornerstone of “The Amish Experience” has been the 90-minute guided Amish Farmlands Tour, taking you deep into the heart of the oldest Amish community in the world where you’ll marvel at some of the most beautiful farmland you’ll ever set eyes upon. These are the same fertile fields that attracted and have kept our Amish neighbors here for over 250 years. Our local expert Amish Country Tours guide answers your questions while calling your attention to the fascinating sights we observe along the way… whatever happens to be going on.

When you join us on one of our 14-passenger mini-bus tours of the out-of-the-way back roads and country lanes, you’ll experience a sense of the work and family ethics that continue to mark the Amish way of life. Witness spectacular panoramas of patchwork farms unparalleled in their intrinsic beauty, still farmed with horses and mules. Roadside stands, bake shops, or a visit to a craft or quilt shop on an Amish farm are among the unique happenings enjoyed on your 90-minute Farmlands excursion. 

2024 Farmlands Tour Pricing 

$33.95 ages 13 and up / $19.95 ages 12 and under., our best value is the super saver package, which includes the farmlands tour as well as the homestead and jacob’s choice.  the super saver package is $45.95 per person ages 13 and up, $26.95 ages 4 through 12, and $19.95 ages 3 and under.  no fees for booking online  fully refundable up to 24 hours prior to activity start time.  , (note: if you wish to reserve a seat on our bus for the farmlands tour only this can’t be reserved online.  please call 717-768-8400, ext. 210.), 2024 farmland tour days & times:.

Now through December 31, open every day except Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.  We are closed Thanksgiving Day Thursday, November 28 and Christmas Day Wednesday December 25, 2024.

Now through October 2024, Monday through Saturday, departures are at 10:00am, 12:00pm, 2:00pm, and 4:00pm.  On Sundays, departures are at 12:00pm, 2:00pm, and 4:00pm.

In November Monday through Saturday, departures are at 10:00am, 12:00pm, 2:00pm.  On Sundays, departures are at 12:00pm, 2:00pm.

In December, departures are at 12:00pm and 2:00pm daily.

VIEW ALL PRICES Farmlands Tours are limited to 14 passengers on our mini-buses. If your children ride in a car seat in your car, you must bring those car seats along to place in our bus – it is PA Law. Tour check-in and departure at Amish Experience Theater box office, east parking lot, at Plain & Fancy, Route 340, between Bird-in-Hand and Intercourse. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to tour time.  (GPS: 3121 Old Philadelphia Pike, Bird In Hand, PA 17505)  We cannot hold the tour for late-comers.  If you are traveling with pets, please arrange for their care prior to arriving at the Amish Experience as pets are not allowed on our tours.  

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Tom’s christian tours.

Tom’s Christian Tours  offers several types of group tours to explore beautiful areas of the U.S. and beyond. Ranging in length from a few days to several weeks, you will be sure to find the trip that will suit your schedule, budget, and travel desires. Guided by Scott and Tammy, plan to explore famous landmarks, view amazing scenery, enjoy local restaurants and exhibits, and experience Christian fellowship with the tour group and leaders.

While preparing for your vacation with Tom’s Christian Tours, be assured that all the planning is done for you.  The tour price includes airline tickets (when applicable) and deluxe motor coach transportation.   Our itineraries are filled with a variety of enjoyable activities for all types and ages of travelers.  Many meals, oftentimes unique to the area, are included.   There will be plenty of time to relax, dine, and make great memories. We break down each day of the trip in detail with a balance between physical and restful activities.  Each itinerary is customized for every trip.

Travel insurance is available through TravelSafe Insurance. Please refer to the Travel insurance link on this website or  call  our office with questions. Note that travel insurance must be purchased within 21 days of your initial deposit for each tour.

Please review our upcoming trip itineraries below and let us know if you have any questions.

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Tours & Amish Experiences

Find a new way of being., don’t watch and learn. live and learn. .

We approach life a little differently, and the best way to learn about that is to join in! Tour an Amish home if you wonder how a typical Old Order Amish bedroom looks. Book a backroads tour if you want to locate those home-run businesses along our country lanes. Tours provide you the chance to reserve dinner in an Amish home or grab a bite where the locals go--and that’s any area restaurant. No one’s on display here.

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When you visit Ohio Amish Country, you will be guests in our community. And we don’t invite our friends over without showing hospitality. Want to see women quilting? We will show you. Wondering about Amish weddings? We can tell you. Curious about canning? We’ve got some experience in that. From tours to workshops, we’d love to show you around.  

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Discover new ways to experience Ohio Amish Country and explore our communities like a local!.     We have curated a number of multi-stop, self-guided activities and experiences that highlight various things to do in Ohio Amish Country. These recommendations are a resource to assist you in planing your visit to the region.

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Spring Heritage Tour with the Amish Country

Philadelphia | lancaster | gettysburg | hershey, may 1- 6, 2023, hosted by second baptist church.

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Join your friends to see Pennsylvania’s beautiful countryside and Philadelphia, the home of many of America’s founding fathers. We will learn about the lifestyles of the Amish community and enjoy a theatrical production of Moses at the Sight and Sound Theater in Lancaster, PA. A trolley tour of Hershey, Pennsylvania, the sweetest place on Earth, and a battlefield tour of Gettysburg will round out the trip’s offerings.

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• Betsy Ross House
• National Constitution Center
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• Chocolate World – Hershey, PA
• Gettysburg National Park Museum and Battlefield
• Amish Farmland Tour
• Faith and Liberty Discovery Center
• Sight and Sound Theater – Moses

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The “Power of Place” is a unique aspect to learning about our rich and vibrant history. There’s simply nothing like immersing oneself in the environment where history actually took place. That conviction describes the mission and heartbeat of everything we do at Christian Tours of America.

Scroll down to discover the tour options we can create just for you. From easy domestic day tours to immersive international twelve-day excursions, there’s something for everyone!

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Students can explore their American Heritage and experience first hand the birthplace of the ideals which forged American democracy. What better way to do this than to participate in interactive history programs such as militia drills, glass blowing, multi-cultural story telling and visiting relevant historical sites.

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The Lost Episodes Series exposes and resurrects the true history of our nation’s founding as a people deeply rooted in faith, finally giving Christians everywhere an accurate portrayal of America envisioned by its founders. We invite you to join us on an adventure through history to rediscover our true heritage, unlock the secrets of our founders’ vision, and celebrate our One Nation Under God.

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Experience and explore the Holy Land on the trip of a lifetime, and see the Bible in full color. There’s nothing quite like standing in the places where Jesus walked, and hearing the words where he spoke them. Soaking in the sights, sounds, and smells creates a powerful and potentially life-changing experience.

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Make the most of your visit to Washington DC with an extraordinary Christian Adventure! Enhance your SBC experience with our exciting day excursions. Explore the Amish lifestyle, or witness our American Christian heritage in Washington DC. These one-of-a-kind educational tours will add true value to your convention experience!

Your customizable SBC tour package itinerary includes: › 5-Day Lost Episodes Tour › Lancaster Amish Country Tour › US Capitol Building Tour with Christian Historian › Full Washington DC Day Trip

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Join  Christian Tours of America on  May 14th & 15th or on May 18th as we host these special tours just for  participants of the  Teach them Diligently Home School Conference , their families and guests.

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Christian Tours of America, the leading Christian tour operator in America, has developed this two-day tour especially for Watchmen on the Wall briefing participants, their families and guests. These tours are both interesting and entertaining and provide new insights into our Christian American roots.

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Summer adventures can be close to home: We've got a few ideas for your next day trip

A day trip can take you from legos to flying 30 feet above the water like a superhero.

ZANESVILLE − We are halfway through summer and in a matter of a few weeks the county fair will be here, which also signals the beginning of another school year. So before the school bus shows up on your block, plan a day trip or two with your family.

From Legoland in Columbus to a Jet Pack Water Adventure in Lancaster, we’ve got you covered for family fun, all within an hour (or close to) of Muskingum County.

Legoland Discovery Center

Let’s just be honest, if there are Legos involved, there is fun involved. And Legoland Discovery Center in Columbus has it in spades. Located at 157 Easton Town Center, you can build, play, and eat at this one-of-a-kind attraction.Tickets start at $19.99 and the best deals come with the bundling packages, many of which have a virtual reality component. You can also get photos, plan a birthday party, or buy an annual pass if you’re so inclined. No matter what you choose to do once you’re there, you’re bound to have a great time with the kids.

LandzEdge Water Park

Imagine a giant body of water with a huge, on-the-water, inflatable obstacle course that’s fun for the whole family — welcome to LandzEdge Water Park . This water-forward park has two locations to enjoy the fun including the Pleasant Hill location at 3431 Ohio 95 in Perrysville and the Atwood Lake location at 9500 Lakeview Road, Mineral City.When you’re not running the inflatable obstacle course, you can sit beachside and enjoy the lake for swimming or tanning, depending on your favorite beach activity. Food and drinks are also available. Tickets start at $30 per day for an individual pass.

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The best thing about Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park is that you can use it rain or shine, making it an awesome attraction during Ohio summertime weather, which can see rain or sunshine all within less than an hour.The location at 6314 E Livingston Ave., Reynoldsburg, offers more than just trampolines. There are all kinds of ways to climb, crawl, jump, fly, soar, and many other options. Ticket prices start at $21.99 for the fun, but group passes and bundles help to bring individual costs a little lower, depending on what you want to do while you’re there.

Grand Vue Ziplining and Other Adventures

Grand Vue Adventures offers some very cool ziplining and adventure options for your summer pleasure Thursday through Monday. The biggest joy comes from the spectacular views of West Virginia’s overlook of the Ohio Valley near Moundsville — stunning and picturesque, located at 250 Trail Drive, Moundsville, West Virginia.Activities include ziplining tours starting at $79 each for a 90 minute experience. There is also a Basecamp Experience starting at $59 that includes an aerial ropes course, giant swing, mega-jump, rappel wall, bungee trampoline and rock climbing. And the Bounce and Climb, which starts at $19 per person, includes a bungee trampoline and rock climbing tower. Weight limits apply. Participants must be between 70 and 265 pounds.

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Feel like flying? At Jet Pack Water Adventures near Hocking Hills, you’ll be able to strap a water jetpack with a five-point quick-release harness to you as twin streams of low-pressure water elevate you up to 30 feet in the air. You can also run along the water, speed through smooth turns, and dive below the surface under the supervision of certified instructors. Plus, the water is crystal clear.Prices start at $149 for 25 minutes of superhero fun at 2715 Sugar Grove Road, Lancaster.

Walking Tour of German Village

If tooling around a historic village with delicious food and incredible architecture is your thing, then catching a tour of historic German Village near downtown Columbus will make you happy this summer. From Jeni’s Ice Cream to Schiller’s Park, this delightful walking tour will get you exercise and give you a fun day of exploring.

Tickets start at $76 per person.

Ohio's Amish Country

Pennsylvania Dutch Country, also known more commonly as Amish Country , is set in the middle of delicious food, fun tours, and incredibly built goods like furniture. You can enter the address to the visitor’s bureau at 6 W. Jackson St, Millersburg, and then just walk or drive around to see all the attractions.How much you spend depends on what you do. And beware the buggies!

Dairy Barn Arts Center

Athens may best be known for its education in Ohio University, but the charming town has so much more, including the Dairy Barn Arts Center at 8000 Dairy Lane. If you want to get a little art and culture into your summer plans, this is the place to be. Filled with unique shows and art pieces, in an even more unique space, this is a must-see.Admission starts at $10 per person.

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Beach volleyball at the 2024 Paris Olympics: U.S. teams, schedule and how to watch

Beach volleyball will be on full display in Paris, with the Olympic women’s and men’s tournaments taking place from July 27 to Aug. 10 at a temporary stadium at the base of the Eiffel Tower.

Paris est un terrain de jeu et la tour Eiffel en est l’actrice principale sur le terrain de beach-volley 🏐 Venez assister à une épreuve des Jeux Olympiques devant la vue la plus iconique de Paris ✨ pic.twitter.com/FWkr2Ezjeu — Paris 2024 (@Paris2024) July 12, 2024

The United States is the only country to medal in beach volleyball in every edition of the Olympics since the sport was officially added to the Summer Games in 1996.

Defending gold medalists Alix Klineman and April Ross, who won the women’s event at the 2020 Tokyo Games, are not competing in the Paris Olympics. They both became mothers last year, and though they returned to AVP competition in May, they did not have enough international events left to qualify for the 2024 Games.

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The U.S. men are seeking their first medal in beach volleyball since Phil Dalhausser and Todd Rogers won gold at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing.

Who’s on Team USA

The U.S. qualified two teams (the maximum allowed) on both the men’s and women’s sides.

For the women, the No. 2-ranked duo of Taryn Kloth, 27, and Kristen Nuss, 26, were the first U.S. beach volleyball pair to earn a bid to the Paris Games, clinching a spot in March. The two have partnered up since 2021 at LSU, where they went 36-0 in their sole collegiate season together before turning pro. Their 10-inch height difference (Kloth is 6 feet 4 and Nuss is 5 feet 6) is the largest for a U.S. Olympic beach volleyball team, per NBC Sports . Paris will mark the first Olympics for both players.

Kelly Cheng (nee Claes), 28, and Sara Hughes, 29, are the other U.S. women’s duo (ranked No. 3) and are viewed as likely gold medal contenders as the defending world champions. Cheng represented the U.S. at the 2020 Tokyo Games, where she and former partner Sarah Sponcil lost in the Round of 16. Hughes — making her Olympic debut this year — attempted to qualify for the Tokyo Games, but failed to do so after her former partner, Summer Ross, injured her back.

Cheng and Hughes are former USC beach volleyball stars who led the Trojans to back-to-back national titles in 2016 and 2017. After splitting up in 2018, they reunited as a pair in 2022. They won gold at the 2023 world championships in October, beating Kloth/Nuss 2-1 in the semifinal and current top-ranked pair Ana Patricia and Duda of Brazil 2-0 in the final.

Eiffel Tower, here they come! 🏖️ 🏐 The qualification period has ended and USA Volleyball is confirming the four teams that will comprise the U.S. Olympic Beach Volleyball Team for Paris 2024! Details at https://t.co/LOJ1KG90tK #ParisOlympics #Paris2024 pic.twitter.com/61fHsYSWZK — USA Volleyball (@usavolleyball) June 10, 2024

For the men’s event, Andy Benesh and Miles Partain ( ranked No. 6 ) clinched their Olympic spot in May. Benesh, 29, and Partain, 22, are the youngest U.S. men’s beach volleyball pair in Olympic history, according to NBC Sports . They finished third at the Elite16 in Ostrava, Czech Republic, on the FIVB Tour in June, defeating Norwegians Anders Mol and Christian Sørum 2-0 in the bronze medal match. Mol and Sørum won gold at the 2020 Tokyo Games and sit at No. 2 in the Olympic rankings behind Sweden’s David Åhman and Jonatan Hellvig.

The other U.S. men’s spot went to Chase Budinger and Miles Evans (ranked No. 13), who clinched the final bid in June . Budinger — a 6-foot-7 former NBA player — teamed up with Evans last year, and they quickly moved up the rankings. Budinger, 36, retired from basketball in 2017 after seven seasons in the NBA and a year in a Spanish pro league. He debuted on the AVP tour in 2018 and will become the first athlete to play Olympic beach volleyball and an NBA regular-season game, according to NBC Sports. Evans, 34, will also be making his Olympic debut in Paris.

Schedule (times ET)

Preliminary round July 27: 8-10 a.m.; noon-2 p.m.; 4-6 p.m. July 28-Aug. 2: 3-7 a.m.; 9 a.m.-noon; 2-5 p.m. Aug. 3: 3-7 a.m.; 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Lucky loser round Aug. 3: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; 3-6 p.m.

Round of 16 Aug. 4-5: 3-5 a.m.; 7-9 a.m.; 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; 3-5 p.m.

Quarterfinals Aug. 6-7: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; 3-5 p.m.

Semifinals Aug. 8: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; 3-5 p.m.

Medal matches Aug. 9 (women’s): 3-6 p.m. Aug. 10 (men’s): 3-6 p.m.

U.S. teams’ preliminary-round schedule

Partain/Benesh July 27: 8 a.m., vs. Diaz/Alayo (Cuba) July 30: 9 a.m., vs. Abicha/El Graoui (Morocco) Aug. 1: 9 a.m., vs. George/André (Brazil)

Nuss/Kloth July 27: 4 p.m., vs. Bansley/Bukovec (Canada) July 29: 4 p.m., vs. Mariafe/Clancy (Australia) Aug. 1: 4 p.m., vs. Xue/Xia (China)

Hughes/Cheng July 28: 4 p.m., vs. Hermannová/Štochlová (Czechia) July 31: 9 a.m., vs. Vieira/Chamereau (France) Aug. 2: 4 p.m., vs. Müller/Tillmann (Germany)

Evans-Budinger July 29: 10 a.m., vs. Krou/Gauthier-Rat (France) July 30: 2 p.m., vs. Boermans/De Groot (Netherlands) Aug. 2: 9 a.m., vs. Herrera/Gavira (Spain)

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Key storylines

The U.S. holds the most Olympic gold medals in beach volleyball with seven, and Brazil has the second most with three and the most Olympic medals overall in the sport with 13 (the U.S. has 11). The countries are tied for the most Olympic medals in women’s beach volleyball with seven each, but the U.S. women have four golds compared with Brazil’s one. For the men, Brazil leads the Olympic medal count with six (the U.S. has four), and the U.S. has the most golds with three.

Like the Americans, both of Brazil’s women’s teams are in the top five in the Olympic ranking heading into the event, with Brazilians Bárbara Seixas and Carol Solberg Salgado at No. 5 behind Canada’s Melissa Humana-Paredes and Brandie Wilkerson at No. 4 — all of which are strong duos with gold medal potential.

For the men, Åhman/Hellvig — relying on their iconic “Swedish Jump Set” — stormed to the top of the rankings, dethroning longtime former No. 1-ranked pair Mol/Sørum in April (Mol had surgery in March to repair a broken bone in his lower leg). Others atop the rankings are Germany’s Nils Ehlers/Clemens Wickler (No. 3), Brazil’s André Stein/George Wanderley (No. 4) and Czechia’s Ondřej Perušič/David Schweiner (No. 5).

More reading

• Sara Hughes, rising U.S. beach volleyball star, has the Paris Olympics in sight
• Ex-NBA player Chase Budinger secures Paris Olympics bid for beach volleyball

(Photo of Kelly Cheng and Sara Hughes: Jaime Anzurez / AFP via Getty Images)

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