A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Amman vs. Yangshuo for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

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Should you visit Amman or Yangshuo?

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 Yangshuo. 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 Yangshuo?

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.

Yangshuo

A county of the city, Guilin, Yangshuo is located in a region famous for its karst topography. Surrounded by jagged mountain peaks and bordered on one side by the Li River, Yangshuo has become a popular home base for tourists looking to explore the region's natural wonders. Backpackers and tourists, both foreign and domestic, come to Yangshuo every year making it a city of many cultures. Most locals are even able to speak English, which is fairly uncommon for Chinese cities.

Which place is cheaper, Yangshuo or Amman?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $110, while the average daily cost in Yangshuo is $72. 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 Yangshuo in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Amman $49
    Yangshuo $25
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Amman $98
    Yangshuo $50
Compare Hotels in Amman and Yangshuo

Looking for a hotel in Amman or Yangshuo? 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.

Hotels in Amman


Hotels in Yangshuo


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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
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Amman $24
    Yangshuo $42
Typical Local Transportation prices in Amman

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amman:


  • Bus Ride (for Two)
    $0.71
  • RIde to Airport
    $28

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amman

Also for Amman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Jordan Explorer Tour 4 Days Amman & Petra & Dead Sea With Hotel & Transfers Inc: $985
  • Private Transfer To/From Allenby Border to Tel Aviv : $550
  • NEOM Saudi Arabia Transfer from AMM Airport or Aqaba Airport AQJ: $550
  • Amman Airport Private Transfer To NEOM, Saudi Arabia: $415
  • Wadi Rum transfer from - to Amman: $323
  • Amman Private Transfer To Tel Aviv: $275
  • Amman Or Airport Private Transfer To Petra By Kings Way: $260
  • Private Transfer from Amman to Petra, Wadi Musa: $259
  • Transfer Privet from Amman To Wadi Rum: $250
  • Private Transfer From Amman or Airport To Petra: $230
  • Amman Or Amman Airport Private Transfer To Wadi Rum, Jordan: $225
  • Amman Or Amman Airport Private Transfer To Aqaba, Jordan: $225

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangshuo

Also for Yangshuo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Yangshuo hotel: $56
  • Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Xingping hotel: $67
  • Visit 100% primitive cave with Transfer: $97
  • Private Yangshuo Transfer from Hotel to Longji terraces Hotel: $96
  • Private Transfer from Yangshuo(Xingping) Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $21
  • Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Xingping hotel: $21
  • Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Longsheng hotel: $85
  • Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Guilin hotel: $37
  • Private Transfer from Yangshuo Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $48
  • Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Yangshuo hotel: $21
  • Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Longsheng hotel: $107
  • Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Guilin hotel: $64

Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Yangshuo?

Prices for flights to both Yangshuo 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Amman $34
    Yangshuo $19
Typical Food prices in Amman

For Amman, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Pastries
    $4.24
  • Tea
    $5.65

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amman

For Amman, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Amman:Home resturant lunch and dinner: $37
  • Private 2 Hour Cooking Class with the Locals in Amman: $51
  • Private Day or Night Amman Sightseeing - Optional Cooking or Wine Tasting Tour : $51
  • 3 course dinner with a sommelier: $56
  • Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $71
  • Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $90
  • Private Panoramic Tour of Amman with Local Lunch or Dinner: $90
  • Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience : $90
  • Half Day Cooking Class with Amman Panoramic Tour: $109
  • Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $115
  • Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience : $122
  • 3-Hours Guided Food Tour in Amman: $130

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yangshuo

For Yangshuo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Full-day Cultural Experience: Taichi, Cooking & Painting Lessons: $92
  • 3-Hour Yangshuo Cooking Class with Yangshuo Town Shopping: $138
  • The impression Liu sanjie show and local dinner in town : $145

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Amman $32
    Yangshuo $23

Tours and Activities in Amman

For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • 3 Days Jordan Fun & Activity Tour: $881
  • 7-Days Private Golden Triangle Tour: $859
  • Jordan Pass 2 – Night Private Philadelphia Tour of Amman and Surroundings : $462
  • Jordan Short Break Tour for 02 days - 01 Night : $680
  • Jordan Tour ; Minivan : $565
  • Romantic Tour In Amman: $443
  • Romantic Tour In Irbid: $443
  • Romantic Tour In Jerash: $443
  • Romantic Tour In Madaba: $443
  • The Best Of Amman Walking Tour: $443
  • The Best Of Irbid Walking Tour: $443
  • The Best Of Jerash Walking Tour: $443

Tours and Activities in Yangshuo

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Yangshuo.

  • Longji Rice Terraces Day Tour from Yangshuo hotel: $181
  • Yangshuo Helicopter Tour from Yangshuo hotel: $149
  • 1 Day - Yangshuo Bike Tour: $80
  • 1-Day Guilin City Tour and Ends of Longji Rice Terraces from Yangshuo: $218
  • 1-Day Guilin City Tour with the Daxu Town and Yao Mountain from Yangshuo: $187
  • 1-Day Longji Rice Terraces hiking tour from Guilin/Yangshuo hotel: $188
  • 1-Day Tour: Yangshuo Yulong Bamboo Boat and Ruyi Peak Cable Car: $149
  • 2 Day - Longji Rice Terraces - Sunrise Hiking Tour: $280
  • 2 Day - Yangshuo Photography Tour: $600
  • 2-Day Small-Group Biking Adventure from Guilin to Yangshuo: $373
  • 2-Days Guilin Tour with Overnight in Longji Ping'an Village from Yangshuo: $372
  • 4 Day: Yangshuo and Guilin Private Tour from Yangshuo (with Hotel Pickup): $480

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Amman $14
    Yangshuo $33

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

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Yangshuo, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Yangshuo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Yangshuo 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 Yangshuo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Yangshuo 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 Yangshuo.

Which is Bigger, Amman or Yangshuo?

Amman is bigger, and its population is about 4.3 times larger than the population of Yangshuo. When comparing the population of Amman vs. Yangshuo, 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 and the activities that interest you.


When is the best time to visit Amman or Yangshuo?

Yangshuo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Amman experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Amman or Yangshuo in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Yangshuo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round.

Amman is cooler than Yangshuo in the summer. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Yangshuo fluctuates around 30°C (86°F).

Yangshuo receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Amman usually receives less rain than Yangshuo. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Amman 25°C (77°F) 
    Yangshuo 30°C (86°F)

Should I visit Amman or Yangshuo in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Amman as well as Yangshuo. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In the autumn, Amman is cooler than Yangshuo. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Amman in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Yangshuo averages at about 23°C (73°F).

Amman usually gets less rain in October than Yangshuo. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Amman 20°C (68°F) 
    Yangshuo 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Amman or Yangshuo in the Winter?

Both Yangshuo and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year.

In January, Amman is generally cooler than Yangshuo. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 8°C (46°F), and Yangshuo fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).

It's quite rainy in Amman. In January, Amman usually receives more rain than Yangshuo. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Amman 8°C (46°F) 
    Yangshuo 10°C (49°F)

Should I visit Amman or Yangshuo in the Spring?

Both Yangshuo and Amman during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Amman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

Amman is cooler than Yangshuo in the spring. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Yangshuo fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).

Yangshuo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Amman usually gets less rain in April than Yangshuo. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Amman 16°C (61°F) 
    Yangshuo 20°C (68°F)

Typical Weather for Yangshuo and Amman

Amman Yangshuo
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 8°C (46°F) 149 mm (5.9 in) 10°C (49°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Feb 9°C (48°F) 98 mm (3.9 in) 11°C (51°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Mar 12°C (54°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 15°C (59°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 20°C (68°F) 263 mm (10.3 in)
May 21°C (70°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 25°C (77°F) 334 mm (13.2 in)
Jun 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 28°C (82°F) 320 mm (12.6 in)
Jul 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 30°C (86°F) 206 mm (8.1 in)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 30°C (86°F) 168 mm (6.6 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 27°C (81°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 26 mm (1 in) 23°C (73°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Nov 14°C (57°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 17°C (63°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Dec 10°C (50°F) 138 mm (5.4 in) 12°C (53°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)


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