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How It All Started

“I created Brewery Tours to provide exclusive and unique educational craft beer experiences designed to not only enjoy and celebrate craft beer but to explore and better understand this amazing scene.”

For more than two decades, Glenn J. Smith, the Founder of Brewery Tours, LLC, has been visiting and experiencing small, independent craft breweries around the country. In 2017, he created Brewery Tours – the Ultimate Craft Beer Experience, and launched the York County Ale Trail to show off the amazing York County craft beer scene, which features 31 independent, craft breweries.

Our craft beer experiences have been recognized nationally, drawing guests from around the country who have rewarded us with a 5-Star Rating and named us one of the Best of the Best Local Tourist Attractions in 2021 and 2022 making us the No. 1 brewery tour in Central Pennsylvania.

In the Fall of 2021, Brewery Tours launched its new tour line: Hanover Brewery Tours featuring the remarkable craft breweries of Snack Town U.S.A. with additional expansions on the horizon.

With today’s booming craft beer industry, Brewery Tours is at the forefront of providing exclusive, educational, and entertaining craft beer experiences. Whether you’re a craft beer aficionado, a novice, or someone who just wants to learn more about craft beer, Brewery Tours is for you. Come join us for the Ultimate Craft Beer Experience!

Miranda Markle

2023-02-13

Had a fun, relaxing yet educational time with Brewery Tours on the Northern Central Railway ride. Highly recommend any of their events!

Michael Nixon

2022-09-03

Glenn was great and informative. We enjoyed our time on the bus (and breweries) and hope to do the walking tour soon! Very knowledgeable and good breweries.

Sarah Shaw

2022-07-30

My husband and I ended up being the only participants to sign up so we ended up having our own private tour. Corey was fun and knowledgeable! Would definitely recommend this tour to any beer lover!

brian roche

2022-06-19

Great tour on the Northern Central Railway. Glenn did a great job of making sure I didn't feel my face by the end. 11/10 would go again.

Kristine Gulick

2022-05-09

We had such a good time on the Hanover Trail- hopping on and off the Ale Trail Bus made it so easy to get around!

Barb Miller

2022-01-17

This was an absolute blast!! I would highly recommend. The crew is very knowledgeable but keep it fun. Everyone in the group had a outstanding time. Well done Brewery Tours!

Tina Hartlaub

2022-01-16

A must do!! We had so much fun while enjoying great company and amazing local beer!!

Jason Smith

2022-01-15

BT did an absolute great job today with the Ales on the Rails! The beers were great, but the company was awesome! This adventure was super fun and educational.

Joseph Canganelli

2021-11-28

I had a blast on the York County Ale Trail, with our tour guide, Corey!

Breanne Weeden

2021-09-06

What a great way to introduce yourself to the wonderful world of York County brews! Glenn made the effort to call us ahead of time and let us know what to expect and make sure we knew where to meet him, and from the first moment we felt truly welcome in York. Over the course of our tour, he provided a wealth of knowledge about not just the breweries and beer in general but also the fascinating history of York - and some great conversation to boot! Glenn asked our beer preferences before we started, and he selected tastings accordingly. We enjoyed some of our favorites as well as a few surprises he thought - correctly - we might like. At the end of the tour, Glenn left us with a few great suggestions for continuing our exploration of York County breweries. We loved every minute of our tour and can't wait to return with friends!

Lauren Cox

2023-02-11

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This was a first time doing the beer train, they guys are super friendly and very knowledgeable! Such a great experience and a good time to do something new for a date!

Kristy Lea Rohrman

2023-01-28

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David and I took the Brew Bus tour this afternoon with Glenn. It was absolutely wonderful! Glenn was full of knowledge, our group was fun, and the breweries were fantastic! I highly recommend this experience - we learned a lot and had a blast!

Shannon Julia

2022-02-20

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Glenn was an amazing guide for our tour! We scheduled a charter tour for a birthday party and Glenn made sure it was everything we wanted it to be! Definitely recommend booking, especially if you have an interest in learning more about beer, cider, and the brewing process!

Denise Kroboth

2022-02-12

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Corey did a great job. very informative and funny.

Angie Sanders

2022-01-16

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What a great day! Book your tour now. You will not regret it. My husband and I had the best day enjoying this event. ( Ales on the rails) We WILL be back!

Bob Kawi

2022-01-15

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Ales on the Rails was an absolute hit! Great job BT and can't wait to come back to try new seasonal beers from new breweries!!!

Barbara Miller

2022-01-15

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This is a must do! We had an excellent time, much better then anticipated. Can't wait to do another!

Rosini-Evans Angela

2022-01-15

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Great time! Wonderful adventure on the Rails and ales trip!🍻

Brian Williams

2021-10-30

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Entertaining tour, Corey did an awesome job. Very knowlegable about York beers and York in general. Highly recommend.

Lori Rule Catlin

2021-10-30

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York County Ale Trail beer tour 🍺 so much fun!!! 2nd brewery. Our tour guide Corey is GREAT! Fun afternoon!!

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The Ultimate Craft Beer Experience of Pennsylvania Walking Tours

Goin' on a Walkabout!

Join our knowledgeable and experienced Beer Guides for an educational jaunt as we explore three independent, craft breweries, experience up to 12 different craft beers, explore behind-the-scenes access, and more!

York County Trail

The Ultimate Craft Beer Experience of Pennsylvania Bus Tours

Hop on the Brew Bus!

Leave the driving to us and hop on the Brew Bus with our knowledgeable and experienced Beer Guides as we take you deeper into the craft beer world to explore three independent, craft breweries, experience up to 12 different beers, explore behind-the-scenes access, and more, in style!

York County Trail

Hanover Brewery Tours

The Ultimate Craft Beer Experience of Pennsylvania Charter Tours

Get the Gang Together!

Charter a private, fully customizable craft beer experience for a memorable birthday, anniversary, employee appreciation or team-building event, bachelor or bachelorette party, or just get the friends and family together!

York County Trail

Hanover Brewery Tours

Guided craft beer tastings on a 3-hour train ride through the rolling hills of southern York County.

Ales on the Rails - Com'on Ride the Train!

Join our knowledgeable and experienced Beer Guides on the Northern Central Railway for a 3-hour train ride through the rolling hills of Southern York County, featuring guided craft beer tastings, a souvenir tasting glass, snacks, and more! Ales on the Rails is a quarterly event. Visit our social media feeds and Northern Central Railway's website for additional information and bookings.

Northern Central Railway