Hop aboard "Barney," an antique school bus, for a 1.5-hour nighttime ghost tour through Lancaster County’s backroads. Discover spine-tingling tales steeped in local folklore amid the vintage charm of Strasburg’s haunted landscape.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels as it is primarily a seated bus tour
Wildlife
History
Lancaster County was settled by Pennsylvania Dutch immigrants in the 18th century, whose folklore shapes many local ghost stories today.
Conservation
The tour respects Lancaster’s rural roads by limiting vehicle size and group numbers to minimize environmental impact.
Strasburg Scooters
Hop aboard "Barney," an antique school bus, for a 1.5-hour nighttime ghost tour through Lancaster County’s backroads. Discover spine-tingling tales steeped in local folklore amid the vintage charm of Strasburg’s haunted landscape.
Strasburg Scooters is a guided scooter and vintage-bus tour operator based in Strasburg, Pennsylvania offering scenic and seasonal experiences across Lancaster County. The business runs two-person Scoot Coupes for backroad excursions and operates an antique Ford model AA school bus called 'Barney' for larger group tours.
Tours include the Sunset Covered Bridge Tour, Scootin' with Santa, The Spooky Scoot, the Ultimate Amish Adventure, the Thanksgiving Day Tour, and community fundraising rides for the Strasburg Borough Police Department and Strasburg Fire Company No. 1. Several scooter tours are listed as approximately two hours in duration and highlight historic covered bridges, rural backroads, and local culture. Multiple experiences specify that no motorcycle license is required, making rides accessible to a broad range of participants.
Fundraising rides feature community leaders—Chief Ferretti leads the Strasburg Borough PD Fundraising Ride and Chief Stoltzfus leads the Strasburg Fire Company No. 1 Fundraising Ride—and include stops such as Down on the Farm Creamery. 'Barney' tours include Bridges with Barney, Backroads with 'Barney', and The Spooky School Bus, with guided narration and cultural context; one Backroads tour is led by an Amish school teacher. Reservations are recommended for specific dates and seasonal events. Strasburg Scooters provides a straightforward way to explore Lancaster County scenery, Amish Country traditions, historic covered bridges, and community-focused events by scooter and vintage bus.
Location
Strasburg, PA
Located in Lancaster County
Tours Offered
10 unique tours
Scooter & vintage bus tours
Tour Duration
Most 2 hours
Typical two-hour tours
License Policy
No motorcycle license required
Accessible to most riders
Choose a sunset covered-bridge ride, a spooky night tour, or an Amish Country adventure — check availability and secure a booking today.
Arrive Early for Safety Orientation
Plan to arrive at least 45 minutes before departure to complete the mandatory safety briefing and not risk losing your spot.
Dress Warmly for Evening Temperatures
October nights can be chilly in Lancaster County; bring layers to stay comfortable during the ride.
Limited Accessibility on Vintage Bus
Be aware that the antique bus may not be suitable for those requiring wheelchair accessibility or with mobility challenges.
Bring a Flashlight for Parking Lot Navigation
Though the tour is on the bus, a small flashlight can help when arriving or departing in the dark parking area.
Layered Clothing
To stay warm during the cool October night tour.
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Comfortable Closed-Toe Shoes
Suitable for walking to and from the boarding area.
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Flashlight
Helpful for parking lot navigation before and after the tour.
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Camera or Smartphone
To capture the spooky ambiance and historic scenes before or after the ride.