Pennsylvania Dutch Country Bike Tour (trip)

Pennsylvania Dutch Country Bike Tour

  • Active & Adventure
Northeast, Pennsylvania, United States

from $1,175* per person4 DaysJuly, October
Boutique accommodations Exertion level: 5
Operator: Wilderness Voyageurs 12 people max

Glide through an era that you thought had disappeared. How can you go wrong when you are visiting villages called Bird in Hand, Mount Joy, and Paradise? One of the great aspects of this region is the multitude of friendly roads, both in traffic flow and gradient. This lets us bike in and out of all lodging, and for you to modify a day’s ride to be exactly what you are looking for in your vacation.

 

Lancaster County, Pennsylvania is home to more than 200 properties and districts that are registered in the National Registry of Historic Places. Get up close and personal with tobacco sheds, horse-drawn carriages and plows, plus all the tasty treats of times gone by: Whoopie pies, homemade ice cream, fresh pretzels and shoefly pie!

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Northeast, Pennsylvania, United States

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1 testimonial about the provider, Wilderness Voyageurs:

  • Reviewer: Ellen Goldman located in Phoenix , AZ USA
    "Hi Eric. We wanted to let you know about our experiences whilecycling from Pittsburgh to D.C. If someone had told us 6 months ago that we would be doing this, we would not have believed it. Although we both are physically active, neither of us had ridden bikes since we were much younger. But, our more experienced biker friend (Jay Rochlin) convinced us to start riding, and even provided one of us with a bike. So, after 3 months of training, we set off to Pittsburgh. This trip turned out to be the best vacation we have ever had. One of the major reasons that it was so great was Aaron. We couldn't have asked for a better guide, chef, driver, supporter. We all rate him "exceeds expectations" in all categories we could possibly consider! Not only was he extremely kind, knowledgeable about a multitude of things including bicycles, food, sights, interesting facts, etc, he was also always available when we needed him, and extended himself beyond expectations. And he always had some different snack or food for lunch every day to surprise us and keep us well-fed and energized. Our trip was so well organized and planned out, and yet we felt comfortable altering the schedule when we wanted or needed. The accommodations were wonderful- staying at a different B&B or Inn every night just added to the experience and every place was unique. We couldn't imagine doing the trip without the organization and support provided by all of you. In addition, the bikes we rented were not only new, but excellent for the terrain. It would have been much harder riding without the shocks! Of course, the other factor of the trip was the incredible scenery along the way. We don't even know how to describe how incredibly beautiful it all was. We especially loved the Great Allegheny Passage. To be able to ride for 300 miles on paths through amazingly beautiful country without cars was unbelievable and we can't imagine that any other place could be any better! We are all very proud of ourselves for completing the ride. We hope that Aaron enjoyed us as much as we enjoyed him. :)

    Please pass on our comments to Aaron and everyone else who helped make our trip memorable. We will definitely recommend you to all of our friends. And, hopefully return for a rafting trip next time!

    Thanks to all of you.

    Ellen G & Eddie K

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Itinerary

Day 1: Start riding in Manheim Township to Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area. Once in Lititz, expect to find shoofly pie, dried corn, rolling farmland, horse-drawn plows and tobacco sheds galore.

 

Day 2: Spend the day amid the thriving Amish community as you visit the Ephrata Cloister, Mascot Roller Mills and Ressler Family Home. A cool 32 miles brings you to the Fulton Steamboat Inn.

 

Day 3: On your way to Intercourse, PA stop in and pay a visit to the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania. Take a rest in an Amish orchard before hitting the road for the Inn & Spa at Intercourse.

 

Day 4: Once you’ve eaten enough Intercourse pretzels, depart for Lititz, passing through the Lapp Family Farm and ample opportunity for a scoop or two of ice cream. Pick up some fresh produce as you complete your final miles.

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