Which place is cheaper, Pingyao or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Amman or Pingyao?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Amman and Pingyao. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Amman or Pingyao?
Amman
Amman is the largest city in of the Hashemite Kingdom of the country of Jordan. It is also the capital city of Jordan and has a population of over four million people. Many people use Amman as a base for venturing out into the rest of Jordan and other surrounding countries. There are many things to see and do in Amman.
Pingyao
Pingyao is a small city in the Shanxi Province of China, dating back over 2700 years. The city is most famous for their old town, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The old town is one of the best preserved ancient walled cities in the world dating back to the Ming and Qing Dynasties.
The climate in Pingyao is influenced by monsoons, and therefore gets hot and humid summers and chillier springs. Autumn is a great time to visit as temperatures are fairly mild-in the 50-60's Fahrenheit- and you can avoid the heavy rains of summer. Winter is also a pleasant time to visit, especially since temperatures tend not to dip below 30 and there is not much snow or bad weather.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Historical Tours in China, and The Best 10-Day Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $110Pingyao $55
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Pingyao is $55. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Amman and Pingyao in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Pingyao $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Pingyao $46
Compare Hotels in Amman and Pingyao
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Pingyao? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Amman Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Pingyao $13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amman
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amman:
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Bus Ride (for Two)$0.71
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RIde to Airport$28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amman
Also for Amman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Queen Alia Intl Airport Private Transfer to Amman City or Hotels: $20
- From Amman :Private transfer to Airport, Dead Sea and Petra.: $21
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Multi Destinations: $21
- Airport pickup or drop off transfer from or to Amman city: $23
- Amman Airport private Transfers From/To multi destinations : $24
- Amman Airport Private Departure Transfer: $27
- Amman Airport: Private Transfer to Amman Hotels: $27
- Private QAIA Airport Transfer to Amman : $30
- Private departure transfer from Amman to airport: $30
- Transfer from Queen Alia Airport to Amman Hotels: $30
- Private Transfer From or To QAIA and Amman: $30
- Elite Transfers : Queen Alia Airport to Any Destination in Jordan: $30
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Pingyao
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Pingyao:
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Taxi to Train Station$1.41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pingyao
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pingyao:
- Privater Transfer from Datong to Pingyao with driver: $115
- Private Transfer Servcie to Mianshan (Mian Mountain) from Pingyao: $60
- Private Round-Trip Transfer Service to Wutaishan from Pingyao: $190
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Pingyao?
Prices for flights to both Pingyao and Amman change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayAmman $34Pingyao $20
Typical Food Prices in Amman
For Amman, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Pastries$4.23
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Tea$5.64
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amman
For Amman, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $90
- Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class from Amman: $103
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience : $109
- Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $109
- Half Day Cooking Class Experience with Amman Panoramic Tour: $113
- Traditional Cooking Class in Amman with Return Hotel Transfers: $114
- Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $130
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $173
Typical Food Prices in Pingyao
Some typical examples of dining costs in Pingyao are as follows:
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Casual Lunch (for 2)$5.07
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Mango Juice$0.70
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Pingyao $19
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- the apple bottom jeans experience 3: $1.14
- JR The Wine Experience: $27
- Full Day Amman Private City Tour: $35
- Amman : Private Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $35
- Downtown Walking tour. History, Food, Culture: $37
- Private Sightseeing City Tour: $40
- Amman : Must-See attractions Private walking tour: $44
- Full Day Amman Private Luxury City Tour: $45
- Private Experience of Simple Silver Ring Making in Amman: $45
- Amman Night Tour, The Most Popular & Underground Places: $48
- Amman City Walking Tour, Traditions ,Culture, History & Food: $48
- Day Tour Jerash, Ajloun and Umm Qais From Amman: $50
Typical Entertainment Prices in Pingyao
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Pingyao are as follows:
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All Day Bike Rental (for 2)$2.82
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Temple Entrance Fee (for 2)$7.04
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Bike Parking Fee (for 2)$0.56
Tours and Activities in Pingyao
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Pingyao are as follows:
- 1-Day Pingyao Ancient Town Sightseeing Walking Tour: $113
- 1-Day Pingyao tour to Wang Family's Compound and Zhangbi Ancient Fortress : $206
- 2-Hour Guided Private Bike Tour to see the Hidden Pingyao & Tea Break: $60
- 3-Hour Private Walking Tour of Pingyao Highlights: $125
- All Inclusive Pingyao Private Tour to Qiao Family Compound and Shuanglin Temple: $142
- By bullet train from Beijing to Pingyao 2days tour &Lunch: $490
- Day tour to Wang Family Compound shuanglin temple &zhangbi castle: $210
- Half-Day Private Walking Tour of Pingyao Ancient City: $65
- Mian Mountain Private Day Tour From Pingyao: $188
- One Day Tour Exploration of Pingyao Old Town and Wang Family Mansion: $183
- Pingyao Ancient City Full-Day Walking Tour: $129
- Pingyao Day Tour: Wang Family Mansion and Zhangbi Ancient Castle: $132
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Pingyao $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Amman
Also in Amman, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Private Wine Tasting Tour in Amman: $64
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Pingyao, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Pingyao much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Pingyao is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Pingyao would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pingyao and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Amman would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Amman than you might in Pingyao.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Pingyao Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Pingyao?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Pingyao. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Pingyao, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
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