China Guide
Jiangsu and Zhejiang
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Boat trips on Xi Hu
One of the loveliest things to do in Hangzhou is take a boat trip on the lake. Tourist boats (¥45) launch from the two lake tour jetties and head directly for the little islands of Gu Shan and Santanyinyue. Then there are the freelance boatmen in small canopied boats, who fish for tourists along major lakeside gathering points, especially the causeways, and charge ¥80 for an hour for up to six people. You can also take out a boat of your own – either electric putt-putters for four people or paddle boats (¥15–30/30min).