Hangzhou

Where to go for summer vacation? Come to Hangzhou to pick fruit! 1-hour direct trip to Hangzhou | A treasure orchard perfect for family trips, department gatherings, and summer vacation outings with kids! Last week, when I took my whole family to pick pears here, we happened to run into a neighboring department having a gathering. The aroma of meat on the barbecue mixed with the sweet scent of the orchard instantly won me over! The pears in July taste like they’re filled with honey, and the grapes in August are like strings of green gemstone curtains. Bringing kids or teams here during summer vacation truly maximizes the joy of summer~ Top 3 reasons for family trips! The fruit trees are low enough for kids to pick themselves! My kid sat under the pear tree daydreaming for half an hour, carefully choosing pears with little spots and saying, “This is pear mom”; spreading a picnic mat under the grape trellis, picking and feeding the kid grapes, the sweetness made his eyes squint with delight. A cool summer retreat with a hidden lawn! There’s a big lawn next to the orchard where you can pitch a tent and let the kids run around, while adults relax under the shade drinking tea and snacking on seeds—much easier than taking kids to a mall. Parent-child DIY activities score extra points! The camp offers fruit jam-making reservations. My kid made jam from the cherry tomatoes we picked, packed it in jars to take home, and used it as toast spread for breakfast. Hidden fun for department gatherings that everyone asks about! The barbecue area faces the orchard! Book ingredients with the camp in advance, pick pears and take them straight to the grill. Colleagues hold freshly picked grapes for photos, and the social media praise for “other people’s team building” is off the charts. Off-road vehicle team-up is super exciting! The guys team up for mountain off-roading, while the girls shoot “fruit picking photoshoots” under the grape trellis. Finally, everyone gathers at the outdoor movie area for a long table dinner—the vibe is way better than a restaurant. Orchard treasure hunt game is amazing! We prepared a “fruit blind box” task in advance, asking colleagues to find pears and grapes with specific appearances. Winners get free barbecue, and everyone laughed until their stomachs hurt. Nanny-level must-see tips for summer travel! Teams should book 3 days in advance! The camp offers pick-and-eat packages. Our department of 20 paid only 150 RMB per person, saving nearly half compared to booking separately. Bring a small apron for kids! The orchard provides children’s picking tools. Light-colored clothes look great in photos, and jam stains aren’t a worry (tested—washable with water). Playing after 4 PM is more comfortable! It’s a bit hot at noon during summer, so it’s recommended to chill in the camp’s wooden cabins with air conditioning and play board games first. When the sunlight softens, head into the orchard to catch golden backlit shots. Must-try hidden eating methods! Freeze grapes in the fridge for 2 hours; biting into them feels like eating fruit ice cream. Slice pears and soak them in honey water; chilled, it’s the ultimate summer life saver~ On the way out, I saw the camp setting up a Qixi Festival scene. Planning to bring my husband back next week for a second visit! After picking grapes, watch a starry movie on the lawn—this is the kind of summer romance every working person deserves~ Shuxin Camp