Shipshewana, Indiana Countryside Amish Adventure
Tour # 2293292Daily Itinerary for this Tour
- Day 1
- Depart your group's location in a spacious, video and restroom equipped motorcoach as you head for your destination: Shipshewana, at the heart of Amish Country Indiana! Upon arrival, you will have time for shopping and lunch on your own at the SHIPSHEWANA TRADING PLACE. Consistently ranked one of the top Flea Markets in the Country, offering everything from handmade crafts, unique antiques, and delicious treats. Later, you'll head to Cook's Bison Ranch for an unforgettable experience. Take a SCENIC WAGON TOUR of their majestic ranch while seeing the bison up-close and even feeding them too if you wish! Your tour will conclude at “Buffalo Treasures Gift Shop” to bring home a memento. Next, you'll enjoy Dinner before experiencing the evening show, “LOVES COMES SOFTLY.” Tonight, you'll check into your Shipshewana area hotel for a two-night stay.
- Day 2
- Begin the day by enjoying a Continental Breakfast before departing for a full day GUIDED TOUR of INDIANA'S AMISH COUNTRY. During your tour, you will see local sites such as the famous barn quilts, the Brown-Swiss Dairy Farm Barn, and seasonal gardens, among other important sites in the Shipshewana area. Next, you'll enjoy a visit to downtown Shipshewana, where you'll have lunch on your own and free time for some shopping. Then, your Guided Tour continues with a TOUR OF AN AMISH HOMESTEAD. See the Amish Lifestyle close-up as you tour an Amish Farmhouse. You'll also have an opportunity to experience an expedition to visit an Amish craftsman at work, such as a Furniture Maker, a Rug Weaver, or a Leather Smith. The craftsman will provide a narrated demonstration of their work, focusing on the importance of the craft, and the traditions as it relates to Amish culture. Afterwards, you'll enjoy an AUTHENTIC AMISH DINNER at an Amish Homestead before returning to your hotel.
- Day 3
- Enjoy a Continental Breakfast before Then depart for a visit to MENNO-HOF INTERPRETIVE CENTER. This immersive journey through the Amish and Mennonite story features a guided audio-video presentation and six distinct rooms that provide deep insights into Amish history and beliefs. One of these rooms includes a tornado simulation! You'll gently feel the wind whip and theatre shake as you engage with the powerful experience of nature. You'll have free time to explore additional exhibits at your own pace. Your Countryside Amish Adventure finishes with an exploration of Amish Country Goods at Eash Sales and E & S Foods, located next to each other. This combined one-of-a-kind Amish tailored experience is where you can buy unique Amish foods and see how their culture makes handcrafted home décor. Then depart for home… a perfect time to chat with your friends about all the fun things you've done, the spectacular sights you've seen and where your next group trip will take you!
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