Excursion to Philadelphia and the Amish Region from New York

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On this day trip to Philadelphia and Lancaster County you will discover America’s revolutionary history and authentic Amish life. We will leave from New York for Pennsylvania until we reach Philadelphia, the “City of Brotherly Love.” We will visit Elfreth’s Alley, the oldest inhabited street in America, and see from the outside Betsy Ross’s house. Continue to the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Carpenters’ Hall. From the vehicle we will observe the tomb of Benjamin Franklin before stopping at John F. Kennedy Plaza to admire the LOVE monument, the City Hall and the Great Masonic Temple. Following Benjamin Franklin Parkway we will arrive at the steps of the Museum of Art, famous for the movie Rocky. We will then travel to Lancaster County to visit an Amish home and learn about their lifestyle. We will finish at your markets before returning to New York, arriving at Times Square around 7:30 p.m.

What's Included

  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Meals
  • Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
  • Gratuities
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305 West 46th Street
New York, NY 10036, USA

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42 West 9th Street
New York, NY 10011, USA

The tour ends at the corner of West 42nd Street with 9th Avenue.

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Pennsylvania (pass by)

We will leave New York City heading south toward Pennsylvania until we reach the city of Philadelphia, known as the “City of Brotherly Love.” There we will tour emblematic places of American culture and its independence.
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Elfreth's Alley

We will begin the tour of Elfreth’s Alley Street, the oldest and most uninterrupted street in America, along with other attractions
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Betsy Ross House

Once we get to Philadelphia’s historic center, we will observe from its outskirts the home of Betsy Ross, the most renowned seamstress in the United States, known for her possible participation in the creation of the country’s first flag
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Independence Hall

We will visit the famous Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, where the first charters of the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence were drafted. We will take pictures in the Carpenters’ Hall, where in 1774 the First Continental Congress met
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Benjamin Franklin's Grave (pass by)

We will observe from the vehicle the grave of Benjamin Franklin
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JFK Plaza (AKA Love Park)

Then make a stop at John F. Kennedy Plaza, home to Robert Indiana's iconic LOVE Monument, City Hall, and Philadelphia's Great Masonic Temple, opened September 26, 1873
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rocky Statue

Continuing the tour along Benjamin Franklin Parkway, we will arrive at the steps of the Museum of Art, where the famous film Rocky Balboa was filmed
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Amish Country

We will then head inland to Pennsylvania, arriving in Lancaster County to visit the Amish community. There we will take a tour inside a house that was originally inhabited by a local family
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Kitchen Kettle Village

Finally, we will visit its markets, where we can have lunch and make purchases of Amish products
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

42nd Street

We will head back to New York, arriving at the Times Square area (42nd st and 9th Ave) around 7:30 p.m.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Excursion to Philadelphia and the Amish Region from New York?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-5614063P19

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  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Meals
  • Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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