Is Zhangye Expensive?

Is Zhangye expensive to visit?

Zhangye is a fairly affordable travel destination with an average daily cost of $85. Compared to the rest of Asia, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It's ranked in the top 50% of cities in Asia for its travel costs, comparable to places like Nikko and Koh Lipe.

Danxia Landscape, Zhangye, China

How expensive is Zhangye?

On average, visitors spend about $85 per day when visiting Zhangye (U.S. Dollars). Two travelers together would spend an average of $170 per day. Prices vary dramatically by travel style and length of trip, but if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and use public transportation when possible, you can expect to stay close to this budget. See more travel costs for Zhangye here.

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

A weekend trip to Zhangye costs about $256 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 weekend trip costs $511.

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

Based on the travel expenses of others, a one week trip to Zhangye costs around $597 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a one week trip costs $1,193.

Is it expensive to backpack in Zhangye?

While Zhangye attracts a few backpackers, traveling on a budget can be challenging because there are only a few hostels around town. The average cost of a hostel in Zhangye is $6 per night. The cheapest beds cost about $6 and the most expensive rooms cost around $6. (See hostel prices in Zhangye here.)

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Zhangye?

Activities and things to do in Zhangye can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $10 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is less than the country's average of $17.

• Private Day Tour: Horse Hoof Temple Grottoes and Zhangye Danxia Landform: $299
• Private Hiking Tour: Binggou Danxia and Zhangye Danxia Geopark from Zhangye: $299
• Zhangye One Day City Tour: $77
• Private day tour to Zhangye Danxia Landform the Rainbow Mountain: $150
• Private day tour to Zhangye Mati temple & Giant Buddha Temple start from Zhangye: $155
• Zhangye Danxia Half Day tour: $195
• Zhangye Rainbow Danxia Private Day Tour: $214
• Private Hiking Tour: Pingshanhu Grand Canyon and the Horse Hoof Temple Grottoes: $235

Is food expensive in Zhangye?

Food in Zhangye can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $25 on food per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $23. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

Is transportation expensive in Zhangye?

Local transportation in Zhangye can vary in price depending on the type of transit used. Generally, other travelers have spent $38 on local transportation per person per day, which is more 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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