Day 1 Hangzhou → Yuyao → Donggangshan → Hangzhou
07:30
Meet at Huanglong Seafood Food Stall at Exit F of Huanglong Sports Center and sign in.
08:00
Depart on time, with interactive onboard activities and itinerary introductions, and lots of laughter along the way!
10:30
Arriving at the destination Donggang Village, the team leader led everyone to warm up before setting off. Donggang Village is located halfway up the mountain, so our journey requires uphill-downhill, and finally a slightly difficult uphill return to the starting point.
11:30
We followed the tractor-pipe road to a small lake. The water was exceptionally clear and crisp, and the pine forest across the way was reflected in the water, evoking a Norwegian forest. The autumn sun shone brightly on the forest floor, and the golden pine trees blanketing the hills seemed like something out of a Nordic fairytale. The distant view of Siming Lake was tranquil and serene, like being transported to Northern Europe. The gentle breeze and the chirping of birds were a truly relaxing experience. We had brought our own food, so we rested briefly here before setting off.
13:00
There is a long ridgeline behind, reaching the top of Donggang Mountain. On the way down the mountain, there are tea plantations, forests, streams, and stone slabs, which are rich in scenery and relaxing.
4:00 PM
We then began the final climb, following the edge of the canal all the way back to Donggang Village. We boarded the bus and set off for the return journey.
6:30 PM
We returned to Hangzhou and disbanded smoothly. Everyone was still reluctant to leave and said goodbye with tears in their eyes!!!
