Is Datong Expensive?

Is Datong expensive to visit?

Datong is a frequently visited and budget-friendly place to visit. With a daily average travel cost of $56, it's somewhat less expensive than most other destinations in the world. When compared to the rest of Asia, it is a moderately priced destination. It ranks in the top 50% of cities in Asia for its travel costs. Its travel costs are comparable with places such as Boracay and Kathmandu.

How expensive is Datong?

For a trip to Datong, travelers spend on average $56 per day (U.S. Dollars). This is according to our calculations from previous visitors. As this is an average cost, your individual spending may vary, especially since there's a wide range of accommodation, food, transportation, and entertainment options here. If you stick to moderately-priced hotels and restaurants, as well as take advantage of some of free things to do in the area, you can stick close to the average budget. See more travel costs for Datong here to see how all of the average spending costs pan out.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Datong?

On average, a weekend trip to Datong costs about $168 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a weekend trip costs $336.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Datong?

A one week trip to Datong costs about $392 per person on average, based on the previous expenses of other travelers. This includes accommodation, sightseeting activities, transportation, food, and nightlife. For two people, a one week trip costs $785.

Is it expensive to backpack in Datong?

Datong attracts a few backpackers, but traveling on a budget can be challenging because there are only a small number of hostels found here. The average cost of a dorm bed in a hostel in Datong is $12 per night. The cheapest beds cost about $12 and the most expensive are more than $12 per night. (See hostel prices in Datong here.)

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Datong.

• $12 for a dorm bed at Datong Fly by Knight Highrise Hostel
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How expensive are sightseeing activities in Datong?

In Datong, the cost of activities and things to do can vary by the type of activity, its length, and the location. To provide an estimate of what to expect during your visit, below are several popular activities that are common in the area. On average, previous travelers have spent around $25 per day on sightseeing and entertainment, which is more than the country's average of $17.

• Private Datong Day Tour Arranged by Local Tour Guide Nancy: $129
• Datong Private Self-guided Tour with Chartered Car: $26
• Yungang Grottoes Entrance Ticket with Optional Guided Service: $22
• All-Inclusive Private Day Tour to Wooden Pagoda and Hanging Temple from Datong: $220
• Private Day Tour to Yungang Grottoes and Hanging Temple with Lunch from Datong: $238
• Datong Classic Day Tour: $135
• Private Tour: Yungang Grottoes and Hanging Monastery From Datong: $160
• 4-8 hours Private Datong Great Wall Tour: $99

Is food expensive in Datong?

In Datong, the cost of food can vary by the type of restaurant and food options available. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible. On average, previous travelers have spent around $20 per day on food, which is less than the country's average of $23.

Is transportation expensive in Datong?

The prices of local transportation in Datong can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $12 on local transportation per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $16. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.