Hub & Spoke Tour
DAY 1:
Check-in at the Bird-in-Hand Family Inn and enjoy lunch in the Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant & Smorgasbord. Jessica Rittenhouse (800) 627-1910
After lunch, stroll the sidewalks of the Village of Bird-in-Hand. Here you will find handmade quilts, lip smacking shoofly pie, Amish crafts and a 27-stand Farmer’s Market. Contact: Lois Stoltzfus 717-768-1119 http://www.bird-in-hand.com
At the Choo Choo Barn - Traintown USA and the Shops of Traintown you will see Lancaster County in miniature. This ever changing display has scenes right out of Lancaster County and America along with 22 operating trains. It’s like nothing you have ever seen! Contact: Chris Harrower 717-687-7911 http://www.choochoobarn.com
The National Christmas Center will help you celebrate Christmas all year long. This wonderful museum offers magical life-sized, walk-thru exhibits that will excite the children and enthrall the adults. Contact: Marge Seymour 717-442-7950 http://www.nationalchristmascenter.com
The American Music Theatre is a state of the art theatre offering a variety of wholesome entertainment including original musical revues and celebrity concerts. You will not only have the finest in entertainment but extra leg space as well. Contact: Sandy Salada 800-648-4102 http://www.AMTshows.com.
Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre offers a Broadway musical combined with a scrumptious buffet meal for a great value price! Children’s productions available several times year. Matinees also available. Visit the web site for a full performance schedule. Contact: Chris Harrower - (717) 898-1900 http://www.prathertheatres.com
DAY 2:
After breakfast in the Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant, depart for Gettysburg, PA. First stop, Boyd’s Bear Country. There’s never a dull moment at the Big Ol’ Barn! Enjoy four floors of whimsical displays, a breathtaking country view and delicious home cooking. You’ll find something new on every visit! Contact Jen Wolf 717-630-2600 http://www.boydsbearcountry.com
Lunch at one of the Family-Style Eatery’s at Boyd’s Bear Country.
Visit the Eisenhower National Historic Site and tour the home & farm of Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower, 34th President of the United States & his wife, Mamie. Contact: Reservation Office 877-438-8929
Take a guided tour of the Battlefield. Step back in time in the comfort of your motorcoach. A Licensed Battlefield Guide will bring to life the battle that raged for 3 days. Contact: Reservation Office 877-438-8929
Eat dinner at the Dobbin House Tavern listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Contact: Reservations Office 717-334-2100 http://www.dobbinhouse.com
DAY 3:
After breakfast in the Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant & Smorgasbord, depart for York, PA. Take a 90-minute tour of the fully robotic milking facility and see how the “girls” are pampered with back scratches and waterbeds! Stop by the calving shed and see the newest additions to Hope Acres. Contact: Jerry Giblin (717) 891-9881 http://www.hopeacres.com
Ever wonder how “hogs” are made? Tour the Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Factory and Museum. Contact: Bob McElroy (717) 852-6590 http://www.harley-davidson.com
Lunch at Eat’n Park on Memory Lane. Contact: (717) 751-4891 Steve or Jeff
Martin’s Factory Tour is the “in” place to be. See how those great Martin potato chips are made. Taste chips fresh off the line. Contact Tonya 800-272-4477 x3351 http://www.martinchips.com
Pfaltzgraff has evolved from a one-man operation of the early 19th century into one of the leading American manufacturers of ceramic dinnerware and accessories. Tour the factory and learn how dinnerware makes its way from a lump of clay to your table. Contact Janet Gladfelter 717-792-3544 x204 http://www.pfaltzgraff.com
Before heading back to Lancaster, stop at Wolfgang Candy for a tour and a taste of those wonderful chocolates. Contact: Cathy Kraut 800-248-4273 http://www.wolfgangcandy.com
Return to the Family Inn to freshen up before having dinner at Hershey Farm Restaurant Contact: Sheri Wertz 800-822-7866 http://www.hersheyfarm.com
DAY 4:
After breakfast in the Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant & Smorgasbord, depart for Longwood Garden. Enjoy touring 1,050 acres of formal gardens, fountains, meadows and woodlands with nearly 4 acres inside the conservatory. Call Michele Jennings 610-388-2227 http://www.longwoodgardens.org
At QVC Studio Park you can watch an actual taping. Call Larry Denney 800-600-9000 http://www.QVCtours.com
Before heading home, tour Herr’s Foods Factory and see all your favorite snacks being made and packaged. Call Jennifer Arrigo 800-284-7488 http://www.herrs.com
