Is Harbin Expensive?

Is Harbin expensive to visit?

Harbin is a frequently visited and budget-friendly place to visit. With a daily average travel cost of $55, 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 Surat Thani and Krabi.

The Ice Festival in Harbin, China

How expensive is Harbin?

Travelers spend an average of $55 per day when visiting Harbin (U.S. Dollars). This is according to our calculations which come from the expenses of previous visitors. While this is an average cost, prices can vary by travel style, the length of your trip, and other factors. You can stay fairly close to this average if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and take public transportation when possible. See more travel costs for Harbin here.

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

Based on the travel expenses of others, a weekend trip to Harbin costs around $164 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a weekend trip costs $328.

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

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a one week trip to Harbin will cost around $383 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a one week trip would cost $766.

Is it expensive to backpack in Harbin?

With more than 3 hostels around town, Harbin is a fairly popular backpacker destination. Hostels usually cost an average of $8 per night. There's a wide range in prices here, as the cheapest beds cost around $6. The most expensive dorm beds will cost more than $10 at times, too. (See hostel prices in Harbin here.)

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Harbin?

In Harbin, 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 $53 per day on sightseeing and entertainment, which is more than the country's average of $17.

• 1-Day Harbin Private Tour: $130
• 2-Day Harbin City Private Tour in Your Way in Winter Season: $280
• Full Day Private Tour to Harbin Ice and Snow Festival: $250
• Private Harbin Ice Lantern Show at Zhaolin Park Night Tour with Zhongyang Pedestrian Street: $104
• 4-Hour Private Tour of the Largest Indoor Ice and Snow Paradise: $136
• Private Half Day City Tour including Russian Town and Harbin Ropeway Ride: $150
• Small Group Night Tour to Harbin Ice and Snow World: $198
• Private Harbin Ice Festival Night Tour: $209

Is food expensive in Harbin?

In Harbin, 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 $14 per day on food, which is less than the country's average of $23.

• 4-Hour Private Night Tour to Harbin Ice and Snow World with Dinner Options: $261
• Harbin Dumpling Cooking Class: $154
• Hot Spring Experience with Hot Pot Dinner in Harbin: $300

Is transportation expensive in Harbin?

The prices of local transportation in Harbin can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $2 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.