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Hudson Valley Orchard & Cider Day
Ride Metro-North up the Hudson, pick apples in the orchard, then taste cider in Beacon.
- Full day
- from New York City
- September to October
- Up to 10 guests
One of the best food day trips from New York City needs no car. Take the train up the river, pick apples at a family farm and end the day on Beacon's Main Street.
The hands-on moment
Ride Metro-North up the Hudson, pick apples in the orchard, then taste cider in Beacon.
The day
08:45
Metro-North from Grand Central
The Hudson Line to Beacon, with the river at the window most of the way.
10:30
The orchard
Pick apples, and pears or peaches when in season, in the orchard rows.
12:30
Lunch
At the farm, or back in Beacon.
14:30
Beacon
Walk Main Street and taste Hudson Valley cider and apple brandy.
17:30
Train back
Into Grand Central for the evening.
When to go
September to October
Good to know
The orchard is about 20 minutes by cab from Beacon station. Picking needs a reservation at weekends.
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