Which place is cheaper, Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) or Aqaba?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Aqaba or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain), 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 Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
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.
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
In the heart of the Anhui Province of China is the stunning Mount Huangshan, or Yellow Mountain. This UNESCO World Heritage Site draws in visitors from around the world to take in the stunning views and conquer a new challenge.
Mount Huangshan is one of the most popular destinations in China. Because of this, most of the towns and regions around it also use the name Huangshan. Even the closest town, Tunxi, has begun going by Huangshan City. Keep this in mind as it could potentially cause some confusion in transit.
The whole of Huangshan has 36 separate peaks rising approximately 1,800 meters into the air. It is often covered in a spiritual-feeling mist that makes the peaks appear to live in the clouds. It has inspired artists for centuries, and is often thought to be the model for the typical mountain ranges seen in ancient Chinese paintings.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best 10-Day Tours in China, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $127Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $127, while the average daily cost in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) is $57. 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 Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $50
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)? 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 $24Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $9.99
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- Aqaba Airport transfer to Aqaba City: $25
- Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Aqaba City Or TalaBay: $25
- Private Transfer: Aqaba Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $27
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Airport to Arava Border: $27
- Snorkeling in The Red Sea With Equipment And Free Transfer: $29
- Aqaba King Hussein Intl Airport to Aqaba-Arrival Private Transfer: $33
- Aqaba to Aqaba King Hussein Airport - Departure Private Transfer: $33
- Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Aqaba, Jordan : $35
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Port to King Hussein Airport (AQJ): $36
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Cruise Port to Aqaba City Hotels: $36
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Cruise Port to Aqaba hotels: $40
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Port to King Hussein Airport AQJ: $40
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain):
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Shuttle Bus to Tangkou for Two$3.59
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
Prices for flights to both Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 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 $42Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $19
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
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight + Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $87
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight in Bedouin Camp & Dinner : $88
- Wadi Rum New Year Eve Party (Jeep Tour + Dinner + Music + Fireworks + Overnight): $112
- From Wadi Rum Full-Day Private Jeep Tour with Dinner: $169
- From Aqaba to Wadi Rum ,Jeep Tour with Dinner (Half Day): $185
- 4 Hours Jeep Tour with Overnight in Bedouin Camp and Dinner: $286
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $27
Tours and Activities in Aqaba
Here are a few actual costs in Aqaba for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Snorkeling Experience in Aqaba Red Sea: $22
- Aqaba Local Tour : $28
- 2 Hours Morning or Sunset Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $28
- 3-Hour Shore Dive or Snorkel Experiences in Aqaba: $30
- Glass-Bottom Boat 2-hours Tour and Coral-Reef Viewing from Aqaba: $30
- 3 hours Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum: $35
- 2 Hour Jeep Tour (Morning or Sunset) Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $35
- 2 Hour Jeep Tour - Wadi Rum Desert & Canyon: $35
- Full Day Private Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum: $36
- Walking Tour History ,Culture & Food: $37
- Discover Aqaba in Style: A 3-h City Tour by Car with meal: $37
- Jeep Tours in Wadi Rum with Bedouin Guide 2,3,4,5 hours | Magic Bedouin Star: $38
Typical Entertainment Prices in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) are as follows:
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Two Entrance Tickets$63
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Two Cable Car Passes$22
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain), we can see that Aqaba is more expensive. And not only is Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aqaba is in Middle East and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 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 Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 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 Huangshan (Yellow Mountain).
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Aqaba or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 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 Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Aqaba and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Aqaba year-round.
The heat can be very extreme in Aqaba. In the summer, Aqaba is a little warmer than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Typically, the summer temperatures in Aqaba in July average around 33°C (91°F), and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) averages at about 29°C (85°F).
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Aqaba gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives 185 mm (7.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAqaba 33°C (91°F)Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Aqaba as well as Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Aqaba attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Aqaba is generally a little warmer than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 26°C (79°F), and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
Aqaba usually gets less rain in October than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAqaba 26°C (79°F)Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the Winter?
Both Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Aqaba are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Aqaba throughout the year.
The weather in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) can be very cold. Aqaba is much warmer than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the winter. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).
In January, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Aqaba gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAqaba 14°C (57°F)Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the Spring?
Both Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Aqaba during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Aqaba because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the spring, Aqaba is a little warmer than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Typically, the spring temperatures in Aqaba in April average around 24°C (75°F), and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) averages at about 17°C (62°F).
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Aqaba usually gets less rain in April than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAqaba 24°C (75°F)Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 17°C (62°F)
Typical Weather for Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Aqaba
| Aqaba | Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 235 mm (9.2 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 121 mm (4.7 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
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