Which place is cheaper, Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park or Bagan?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Bagan or Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Bagan and Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bagan or Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park?
Bagan
Located in central Myanmar (formerly Burma), Bagan is an ancient city best known as the home to the largest and densest concentration of Buddhist temples, pagodas, stupas, and ruins in the world with many dating from the 11th and 12th centuries.
Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park
Spanning the Japanese prefectures of Yamanashi, Shizuoka, Kanagawa and Tokyo, Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park is a natural area with beautiful scenery as well as a number of popular tourist spots. Some of its highlights include Mount Fuji, Fuji Five Lakes, Hakone, the Izu Peninsula, and the Izu Islands, offering a geographic range of natural hot springs, coastlines, mountainous areas, lakes, and more than 1,000 volcanic islands.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Tokyo, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Japan.
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Bagan Prices
Myanmar PricesFuji-Hakone-Izu National Park Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBagan $34Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park $96
The average daily cost (per person) in Bagan is $34, while the average daily cost in Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park is $96. 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 Bagan and Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBagan $7.36Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBagan $15Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park $96
Compare Hotels in Bagan and Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park
Looking for a hotel in Bagan or Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park? 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: Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bagan $3.57Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park $25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bagan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bagan:
- From Bagan City To Mandalay Private Transfer: $180
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Bagan Nyaung-U Airport (NYU): $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park
Also for Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Hakone: One Way Bus Transfer to Lake Kawaguchiko: $56
- Fuji Forest Half-Day Hike with Nature Guide & Transfer: $250
Is it cheaper to fly into Bagan or Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park?
Prices for flights to both Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park and Bagan 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 dayBagan $10Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park $32
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bagan
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bagan.
- Romantic Sunset Dinner At Bagan Viewing Tower: $91
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bagan $57Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park $11
Tours and Activities in Bagan
Here are a few actual costs in Bagan for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Amazing Bagan, full day tour by car and guide: $90
- BAGAN TEMPLES FULL DAY GUIDED BY ELECTRIC BIKE ( Private Tour ): $64
- Bagan Antique Day Tour in Bagan: $86
- Bagan Classics Private Temples Tour: $159
- Bagan Cycling Tour ( Villages & Temples Cycling Explorer): $129
- Bagan Horse Cart Ride Tour with Puppet Show: $170
- Full Day Bagan Tour: $295
- Best Bagan One Day Tour With Tour Guide: $48
- Day Cruise Bagan to Mandalay: $31
- Faces of Bagan Private Photography Tour: $199
- Full Day tour In Bagan UNESCO World Heritage: $50
- Full day Adventure Trip in Bagan with Tuk Tuk: $72
Tours and Activities in Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park.
- Washi Making Experience in Hakone（50 min）: $21
- Easygoing Nature Walk in Hakone Tour: $37
- 2 Hour Onsen Calligraphy Experience: $60
- Fuji River Rafting Adventure near Mt.Fuji: $81
- From Hakone: Mt Fuji and Lake Kawaguchiko Area Bus Tour: $106
- Mt. Fuji Private Guided E-Bike Tour : Fuji City: $125
- Hakone Old Tokaido Road Hiking Tour to Hakone Shrine: $125
- Mount Fuji Scenic EBike Tour for Cruise Travelers: $125
- Supreme Sencha: Tea Ceremony & Making Experience in Hakone: $125
- Walk the Ancient Pilgrim Paths of Mt. Fuji – Private Tour: $150
- Traverse Outer Rim of Hakone Caldera and Enjoy Onsen Hiking Tour: $150
- Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide: $165
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBagan -Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park $7.95
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bagan and Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, we can see that Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park is more expensive. And not only is Bagan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bagan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bagan 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 Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park than you might in Bagan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bagan Expensive? and Is Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park Expensive?.
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.