Which place is cheaper, Guilin or Ayutthaya?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ayutthaya or Guilin?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Ayutthaya or Guilin? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Ayutthaya or Guilin?
Ayutthaya
Once the largest city in the world, Ayutthaya, is the example of an ancient capital within a modern city. Located in the central plains of Thailand, this spot is ideally located between China, India and the Malay Archipelago creating the perfect place for trade in Asia. Eighteenth century maps from Holland and France show golden palaces, large ceremony spots and trading vessels from all over the world. Suddenly, in 1767, Ayutthaya experienced a tragic fall from grace with a Burmese invasion burning much of the city to the ground.
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 Cultural Tours in Thailand, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Thailand, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China, and The Best Historical Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAyutthaya $62Guilin $67
The average daily cost (per person) in Ayutthaya is $62, 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 Ayutthaya and Guilin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAyutthaya $21Guilin $34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAyutthaya $42Guilin $68
Compare Hotels in Ayutthaya and Guilin
Looking for a hotel in Ayutthaya 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: Ayutthaya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ayutthaya $27Guilin $5.76
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ayutthaya
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Ayutthaya are as follows:
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River Ferry Crossing$0.55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ayutthaya
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ayutthaya:
- Transfer from Bangkok: $97
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:
- Private Departure Transfer from Hotel to Guilin Train Stations: $17
- Private Arrival Transfer: Guilin International Airport (KWL) to Downtown Hotel: $25
- Private Departure Transfer: Downtown Guilin Hotel to Airport (KWL): $25
- Private Airport Transfer: Guilin Liangjiang International Aiport to Guilin Hotel: $35
- Private Transfer from Guilin hotel to Yangshuo hotel: $37
- Private Guilin Airport Transfer to Yangshuo: $42
- Guilin liangjiang Airport Chauffeur Service,Guilin Airport Transfer: $57
- Four Lakes Night Cruise with Round-trip Transfer: $57
- Guilin Transfer Services: Airport,train station & hotel: $57
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Chauffeur Service , to Dongguan Transfer: $71
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Guilin hotel: $92
- Guilin Private Transfer (English-speaking) Between Guilin Hotels & Yangshuo: $93
Is it cheaper to fly into Ayutthaya or Guilin?
Prices for flights to both Guilin and Ayutthaya 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 dayAyutthaya $20Guilin $22
Typical Food Prices in Ayutthaya
Some typical examples of dining costs in Ayutthaya are as follows:
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Lunch for 2$3.82
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Ice Cream$0.82
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Breakfast for 2$3.82
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Breakfast for 2$9.55
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ayutthaya
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ayutthaya.
- Bangkok: VELA Dinner Cruise Ticket: $19
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ayutthaya $27Guilin $28
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ayutthaya
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Ayutthaya are as follows:
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Temple Entrances (2)$5.46
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Wat Entrance$1.36
Tours and Activities in Ayutthaya
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Ayutthaya are as follows:
- Ayutthaya City and Historical Park Bike Tour: $35
- AYUTTHAYA : Private Car Rental & Customize Tour with Driver: $49
- The Incredible Ayutthaya Ancient Temple Tour: $51
- Colors of UNESCO Heritage 6 hour Bicycle Tour: $54
- From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Day Tour Small Group: $57
- Ayutthaya 1-day Private Tour : UNESCO World Heritage Site: $141
- From Bangkok: Tour Ayutthaya + Lunch + Spanish guide: $146
- Ancient City Temple Tour: $162
- From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Full Day Private Guided Tour: $350
- Ayutthaya’s Heritage Revealed A Day Tour from Bangkok: $632
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
- 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
- Full/Half-Day Yangshuo Xianggong Mountain Sunrise Private Tour: $77
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAyutthaya $18Guilin $5.72
When comparing the travel costs between Ayutthaya and Guilin, we can see that Guilin is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ayutthaya Expensive? and Is Guilin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ayutthaya or Guilin?
Guilin has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Ayutthaya. When comparing the sizes of Ayutthaya 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 Ayutthaya or Guilin?
Guilin has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Ayutthaya experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Ayutthaya or Guilin in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Ayutthaya and Guilin. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Ayutthaya year-round.
Ayutthaya is around the same temperature as Guilin in the summer. The daily temperature in Ayutthaya averages around 29°C (84°F) in July, and Guilin fluctuates around 30°C (86°F).
Guilin receives a lot of rain in the summer. Ayutthaya gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Ayutthaya usually receives less rain than Guilin. Ayutthaya gets 120 mm (4.7 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 JulyAyutthaya 29°C (84°F)Guilin 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Ayutthaya or Guilin in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Ayutthaya as well as Guilin. Ayutthaya attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Ayutthaya is a little warmer than Guilin. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Ayutthaya in October average around 28°C (82°F), and Guilin averages at about 23°C (73°F).
Ayutthaya receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Ayutthaya usually gets more rain in October than Guilin. Ayutthaya gets 180 mm (7.1 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, October to April in Ayutthaya is the dry season. May to October in Ayutthaya is the rainy season.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAyutthaya 28°C (82°F)Guilin 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Ayutthaya or Guilin in the Winter?
Both Guilin and Ayutthaya are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ayutthaya throughout the year.
In January, Ayutthaya is generally much warmer than Guilin. Daily temperatures in Ayutthaya average around 25°C (78°F), and Guilin fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
In January, Ayutthaya usually receives less rain than Guilin. Ayutthaya gets 7 mm (0.3 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 JanuaryAyutthaya 25°C (78°F)Guilin 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Ayutthaya or Guilin in the Spring?
Both Guilin and Ayutthaya during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Ayutthaya because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's very hot in Ayutthaya this time of the year. Ayutthaya is much warmer than Guilin in the spring. The daily temperature in Ayutthaya averages around 31°C (88°F) in April, and Guilin fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
Guilin gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Ayutthaya usually gets less rain in April than Guilin. Ayutthaya gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain this time of the year. October to April is the dry season in Ayutthaya. May to October is the rainy season in Ayutthaya.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAyutthaya 31°C (88°F)Guilin 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Guilin and Ayutthaya
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (78°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 30°C (85°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (88°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (85°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 133 mm (5.2 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 292 mm (11.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 180 mm (7.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.