Year-round 22℃, a great place to escape the summer heat with kids, a must-know
by MALLORY SUTTON
Jul 29, 2025
Complete Guide to Summer Escapes with Kids in Mogan Mountain, Zhejiang  
Transportation  
Self-driving: About 50 minutes from Hangzhou East Station to Mogan Mountain Tourist Center. The mountain road is scenic; it is recommended to avoid weekend peak hours.  
High-speed rail: From Hangzhou East Station to Deqing Station (17 minutes), then transfer to the Y1 tourist shuttle directly to the scenic area, with picturesque bamboo forest views along the way.  
Scenic area transportation: Take the small green bike to connect core attractions (Xuguangtai, Wuling Village, etc.), with frequent departures suitable for a one-day must-visit itinerary.  
Naked Stables Resort: European-style castle on the mountain top, beautiful scenery, perfect for photos.  
Yiyuan Organic Farm: New Zealand-style ranch where you can feed cows and milk sheep, offering rich parent-child experiences.  
Jianchi Waterfall: Walk through the bamboo forest to see the waterfall at dusk; wear non-slip shoes.  
Yucun Cultural Market: A street with Republic of China era style, where you can try tie-dye and handicrafts.  
Accommodation Recommendations  
High-end choice: Naked Stables cliff glass pool room with 270° sea of clouds view.  
Cost-effective choice: Dazhezhiyie Youth Hostel, designer style at a budget price.  
Family-friendly: Kaichen Puju Homestay, with children’s play facilities and slide pool.  
Food Recommendations  
Goldfish Mama Farmhouse: Signature bamboo forest chicken soup and bamboo tube rice.  
Wild Collection Grocery: Mogan yellow bud tea paired with mountain walnut latte.  
Family-friendly: Silverfish scrambled eggs and salted pig trotters, mild flavors suitable for children.  
Parent-child Activities  
Stream tracing and water play: Yaowu Reservoir shallow area, water depth up to calves, safe and cool.  
Republic of China experience: Dress up in rickshaw attire, buy soy sauce, immersive historical experience.  
Starry camping: Nighttime stargazing combined with a bonfire party.  
Tips for Traveling with Kids  
Mountain roads have many sharp turns; beginners are advised to take the scenic shuttle bus.  
Book homestays 1-2 weeks in advance; off-season prices are better.  
Prepare mosquito repellent and sun protection for summer.  
Yunnan Dali Parent-Child Summer Escape Guide  
Transportation  
High-speed rail: Kunming to Dali in 2 hours; renting a car to circle Erhai Lake is recommended (seven-seater about 200 yuan/day).  
Flight: Taxi about 40 minutes from Dali Fengyi Airport to Caicun.  
Bus: Take bus No. 8 from Dali Station directly to the Old Town.  
Must-visit Attractions  
Erhai Ecological Corridor: Cycle and feed seagulls, shaded by trees along the way.  
Xizhou Ancient Town: Rice field AR art exhibition, experience Bai ethnic pancake making.  
Cangshan Botanical Garden: 49 yuan ticket, free for children under 1.2 meters.  
Accommodation Recommendations  
Shuanglang Sea View Room: Recommended "Yunxi Boutique Inn," within walking distance to the shallow beach.  
South Gate of Old Town: Vienna Hotel with gym, suitable for long family stays.  
Family-friendly: Yunhe Yi Manor Restaurant, with lawn and fairy tale carriage.  
Food Recommendations  
Rushan Cheese: Grilled and rolled with rose sauce, rich milky flavor.  
Wild Mushroom Hotpot: Shanzhenyuan Restaurant, fresh and sweet matsutake chicken soup.  
Family Restaurant: Nanzhao Dapai Dang, ethnic song and dance performances attract children.  
Parent-child Activities  
Tie-dye Experience: DIY handkerchiefs at the Bed Sheet Factory Art District.  
Erhai Boating: Take a boat from Caicun Pier to watch the sunset over the Orange Sea.  
Tips for Traveling with Kids  
Strong UV rays, bring sunscreen and hats.  
Avoid spicy snacks at night markets; recommend cold chicken rice noodles.  
Anhui Tongling Cool Activities  
Transportation  
High-speed rail: Taxi 30 minutes from Tongling Station to Yongquan Town.  
Self-driving: Navigate to "Fushan Forest Park," convenient parking.  
Must-visit Attractions  
Yongquan Town: Ancient Jiangnan-style garden, use copper coins to exchange for snacks.  
Tongling Museum: Interactive mining experience, free for children.  
Zhusi Lake: Boating to watch gulls and egrets, suitable for families.  
Accommodation Recommendations  
Yongquan Homestay: Lavender-scented bedding, includes hot spring tickets.  
Family-friendly: Garden homestay, provides children’s toothbrushes and slippers.  
Food Recommendations  
Lotus Leaf Steamed Pork: Wrapped in freshly picked lotus leaves in Yongquan Town.  
Large Intestine Noodles: Chenji’s three-generation secret recipe on Tongling Old Street.  
Parent-child Activities  
Stream tracing: Catch fish and shrimp in shallow mountain spring water, 80% shaded.  
Intangible Cultural Heritage Workshop: Experience making crispy sugar.  
Tips for Traveling with Kids  
The 12 scenes of Yijiangnan require mountain climbing; recommend wearing stream tracing shoes.  
Prepare mosquito spray for summer.  
Sichuan Qingcheng Mountain Summer Escape Guide  
Transportation  
High-speed rail: From Chengdu Xipu Station to Qingcheng Mountain Station (15 yuan), then transfer by bus or taxi.  
Self-driving: 1.5 hours from Chengdu, locate Taian Ancient Town at the back mountain.  
Must-visit Attractions  
Taian Ancient Town: Ming and Qing style, ancient temple shaded by ginkgo trees.  
Wulonggou Waterfall Group: Hiking boardwalk, mist and rainbows.  
Panda Valley: Observe panda cubs up close.  
Accommodation Recommendations  
Six Senses Hotel: Song-style courtyard with private hot springs, starting at 2388 yuan.  
Qingmo Homestay: New Chinese style with private courtyard.  
Food Recommendations  
Zhang Rice Wine: Century-old brand with brown sugar powder.  
Old Bacon: Salty and firm, a must-order farmhouse dish.  
Parent-child Activities  
Stream tracing camp: Catch loaches, rock climbing treehouse.  
Nature class: Observe moss specimens and karst landforms.  
Tips for Traveling with Kids  
Back mountain steps are slippery; wear non-slip shoes.  
Take the cable car up and down the mountain to save energy (one way 45 yuan).
Post by MALLORY SUTTON | Jul 29, 2025












