Amish Farmlands and Gettysburg Ghosts and Soldiers Motorcoach Tour

Amish Farmlands & Gettysburg Ghosts and Soldiers
Featuring Sight & Sound Theatre’s Noah
October 21 – October 24, 2025
All prices are per person
Double $863.00; Triple $809.00; Quad $789.00; Single $998.00
Call Valerie for reservations at 401-823-9620 or book online at www.gourmettravelertours.com
Deposit: $300.00/per person due with reservation Final due September 20, 2025

## **Tour Highlights**

Deluxe Motorcoach transportation
• Sight & Sound Theatre’s *Noah
• Gettysburg Battlefield tour with National Park Ranger
• Gettysburg Museum & Cyclorama
• Guided Amish Farmlands tour
• Kitchen Kettle Village
• The Green Dragon Amish and Mennonite Farmers Market
• Dinners at Eden Resort, Shady Maple, and Hershey Farm Restaurant**Itinerary

### Day 1 – Tuesday, October 21: Journey to Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Our autumn adventure begins as we set off for the peaceful countryside of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Along the way, we’ll enjoy a mystery stop—a surprise location chosen to add a little intrigue and fun to the day.

By late afternoon, we’ll arrive at the Eden Resort, an elegant Lancaster hotel blending modern comforts with timeless charm. Each morning of our stay, you’ll enjoy a hearty, hot breakfast buffet to start your day right.

Tonight, gather for a welcome dinner in the resort’s inviting dining room, where the warm atmosphere and freshly prepared dishes will make you feel instantly at home.

### Day 2 – Wednesday, October 22: Gettysburg – Where History Echoes

After a delicious breakfast at the resort, we depart for Gettysburg National Military Park, the site of the pivotal Civil War battle. Our visit begins at the Gettysburg Museum & Visitor Center, where fascinating exhibits and the massive Cyclorama painting vividly set the stage for our tour.

From there, a two-hour guided tour with a knowledgeable park ranger will take us through the story of the battle—from the opening shots to its dramatic conclusion. We’ll drive across the hallowed fields and ridges where soldiers fought and history was forever changed.

Tonight, we head to the legendary Shady Maple Smorgasbord, a Pennsylvania Dutch dining landmark known for its incredible variety of homestyle favorites and fresh-baked desserts.

### Day 3 – Thursday, October 23: Amish Country Charm & The Biblical Epic of Noah

After breakfast, we’ll meet our local guide for a tour of the Amish farmlands, traveling quiet country roads past immaculate farms, one-room schoolhouses, and horse-drawn buggies. Along the way, we’ll learn about Amish traditions, their commitment to simplicity, and the ways they balance community with modern life.

We’ll visit Kitchen Kettle Village, a delightful collection of shops offering homemade jams, artisan crafts, baked goods, and unique gifts.

This afternoon, we step into the world of theatrical wonder at the Sight & Sound Theatre for the breathtaking production of Noah. Featuring elaborate sets, larger-than-life props, live animals, and an inspiring musical score, this epic retelling will stay with you long after the curtain falls.

Dinner tonight is at Hershey Farm Restaurant, where Pennsylvania Dutch comfort food and warm hospitality await.

### Day 4 – Friday, October 24: A Taste of Lancaster at The Green Dragon

Following our breakfast at the resort, we’ll head to The Green Dragon Farmers Market, open only on Fridays and bustling with activity. Here you’ll find an incredible variety of Amish and Mennonite foods, from warm pretzels and shoofly pie to farm-fresh produce, cheeses, and smoked meats. Stroll the aisles, chat with friendly vendors, and shop for homemade crafts and specialty items.

With our shopping bags full and our hearts enriched by the history, culture, and hospitality of Pennsylvania, we’ll make our way home—carrying fond memories of Gettysburg’s historic battlefields, Lancaster’s scenic farmlands, and the unforgettable spectacle of Noah.