Which place is cheaper, Guilin or Aqaba?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Aqaba or Guilin?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Guilin, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Aqaba or Guilin?
Aqaba
Aqaba is a port city in Jordan, in fact, it is the only port city in the country. This city is located on the Gulf of Aqaba on the Red Sea, which is in the southern part of Jordan. The city is still being developed; many of its facilities and infrastructures are being improved. The population of Aqaba is about 190,000 and the city has been key in developing Jordan's economy via trade and tourism.
Guilin
Guilin is a city in Southern China situated on the west bank of the Li River with Hunan to the north. Its name means, "Forest of Sweet Osmanthus," owing to the large number of fragrant Sweet Osmanthus trees located in the city. Products like tea, sugar, and wine, can be made from the tree and are found in many shops throughout Guilin. A popular tourist destination, the city is renowned for its scenery of karst topography with unique mountains jutting out of the urban landscape.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China, and The Best Historical Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $127Guilin $67
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $127, while the average daily cost in Guilin is $67. 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 Aqaba and Guilin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Guilin $34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Guilin $68
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Guilin
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Guilin? 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: Aqaba Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24Guilin $5.76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- Transfer from Aqaba City Or TalaBay to Petra: $48
- Amman: Day Trip Petra & Wadi Rum Guided Tour with Transfer: $490
- Aqaba Airport transfer to Aqaba City: $25
- Aqaba King Hussein Airport (AQJ): Transfer to Aqaba hotels: $163
- Aqaba King Hussein Airport to Petra Round-Trip Private Transfer: $105
- Aqaba King Hussein Intl Airport to Petra-Arrival Private Transfer: $53
- Aqaba Or Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Dead Sea, Jordan: $185
- Aqaba Or Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Petra, Jordan: $105
- Aqaba Or Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Wadi Rum, Jordan: $60
- Aqaba Port to Wadi Rum Private Transfer: $80
- Aqaba Private Transfer To Wadi Rum, Jordan: $70
- Aqaba Private Transfer from/to Amman, Airport, Dead Sea or K.H.B: $125
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Guilin
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Guilin are as follows:
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Taxi$2.76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guilin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guilin:
- Guilin Private Transfer (English-speaking) Between Guilin Hotels & Yangshuo: $93
- Guilin Private Transfer in English-speaking Services: Airport to Hotel Roundtrip: $99
- Guilin Railway stations Transfer Service: $37
- Guilin Transfer Services: Airport,train station & hotel: $57
- Guilin liangjiang Airport Chauffeur Service,Guilin Airport Transfer: $57
- Four Lakes Night Cruise with Round-trip Transfer: $57
- Haikou Meilan International Airport Chauffeur Service, Haikou Airport Transfer: $50
- Private Airport Transfer: Guilin Liangjiang International Aiport to Guilin Hotel: $35
- Private Airport Transfer:Guilin Hotel to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport: $35
- Private Arrival Transfer: Guilin International Airport (KWL) to Downtown Hotel: $25
- Private Arrival Transfer: Guilin Train Stations to Downtown Hotel: $17
- Private Arrival Transfer: Guilin Train Stations to Yangshuo: $49
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Guilin?
Prices for flights to both Guilin and Aqaba 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 dayAqaba $42Guilin $22
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aqaba
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aqaba.
- Suhaila (connecting through cooking): $50
- Explore Wadi Rum: Jeep Tour, Bed and Breakfast, and Dinner: $64
- 4 hour desert jeep tour with overnight in beduin camp including dinner&breakfast: $85
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight + Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $87
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight in Bedouin Camp & Dinner : $88
- 2 Day Wadi Rum Tour: Traditional Dinner and Starlit Cave Camp: $115
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight + Dinner Under the Stars: $135
- From Wadi Rum Full-Day Private Jeep Tour with Dinner: $169
- From Aqaba to Wadi Rum ,Jeep Tour with Dinner (Half Day): $185
Typical Food Prices in Guilin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Guilin:
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Fresh Coconut Drink$1.38
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guilin
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guilin.
- Half day Yangshuo Cooking lesson Small Group Tour: $62
- Full-Day Li-River with the 4 Star Luxury Boat VIP Room and Yangshuo Cooking Tour: $286
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Guilin $28
Tours and Activities in Aqaba
Here are a few actual costs in Aqaba for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Turgut camp with tour: $15
- 3-Hour Shore Dive or Snorkel Experiences in Aqaba: $30
- Glass-Bottom Boat 2-hours Tour and Coral-Reef Viewing from Aqaba: $30
- Stargazing Adventure in Jordan: $30
- 2 Hour Jeep Tour - Wadi Rum Desert & Canyon: $35
- 2 Hours Morning or Sunset Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $35
- Full Day Private Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum: $36
- Discover Aqaba in Style: A 3-h City Tour by Car with meal: $37
- Walking Tour History ,Culture & Food: $37
- Jeep Tours in Wadi Rum with Bedouin Guide 2,3,4,5 hours | Magic Bedouin Star: $38
- Mosaic Art Experience: $38
- 4-hour sunset tour of desert highlights: $40
Typical Entertainment Prices in Guilin
Here are a few typical costs in Guilin for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entrance to the Caves$17
Tours and Activities in Guilin
Here are a few actual costs in Guilin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Guilin Yangshuo & Longji Rice Terrace 4 days tour: $21
- 1-DAY Private Longji Rice Terraces and Minority Villages Tour: $45
- Guilin Four lakes night cruise with the English speaking driver from Guilin hotel: $47
- Guilin City Center Walking Group Tour at Night for Three Hours: $50
- Half-Day Self-Guided Yangshuo Xianggong Hill Sunrise Tour: $52
- Private Full-Day City Tour with Fubo Hill: $59
- Full-Day Guilin Essence and Lifestyle Walking Tour: $69
- Private Bike Tour: Yangshuo Countryside: $72
- Kayaking Adventure with Local Guide: $72
- Yangshuo Old Town and Li River Cruise from Guilin: $72
- One Day Private Longshen Rice Terraces Tour Including Lunch: $73
- Half/Full day Yangshuo Cuiping hill Sunset Private Tour: $73
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Guilin $5.72
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Guilin, we can see that Aqaba is more expensive. And not only is Guilin much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aqaba is in Middle East and Guilin 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 Guilin would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guilin 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 Aqaba would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Aqaba than you might in Guilin.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is Guilin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Guilin?
Guilin has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Aqaba. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Guilin, 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.
When is the best time to visit Aqaba or Guilin?
Guilin has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Aqaba experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Aqaba or Guilin in the Summer?
Both Guilin and Aqaba are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Aqaba throughout the year.
Aqaba can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Aqaba is generally around the same temperature as Guilin. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 33°C (91°F), and Guilin fluctuates around 30°C (86°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Guilin. In July, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Guilin. Aqaba gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAqaba 33°C (91°F)Guilin 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Guilin in the Autumn?
Both Guilin and Aqaba during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Aqaba because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Aqaba is a little warmer than Guilin in the autumn. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Guilin fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Aqaba usually gets less rain in October than Guilin. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAqaba 26°C (79°F)Guilin 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Guilin in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Aqaba and Guilin. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Aqaba year-round.
In the winter, Aqaba is a little warmer than Guilin. Typically, the winter temperatures in Aqaba in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Guilin averages at about 10°C (49°F).
In January, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Guilin. Aqaba gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAqaba 14°C (57°F)Guilin 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Guilin in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Aqaba as well as Guilin. Aqaba attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Aqaba is generally a little warmer than Guilin. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 24°C (75°F), and Guilin fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
It's quite rainy in Guilin. Aqaba usually gets less rain in April than Guilin. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAqaba 24°C (75°F)Guilin 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Guilin and Aqaba
| Aqaba | Guilin | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
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