Which place is cheaper, Guilin or Bali?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bali or Guilin?
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 Bali and Guilin can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bali or Guilin?
Bali
Known as the "Island of the Gods," it's not difficult to see why the Gods would want to set up shop in Bali. With a beautifully diverse landscape of hills, mountains, coastlines, beaches, vibrant rice fields and volcanic hillsides, you'll easily go into sensory overload.
Bali is home to 4 million people who all hold true to a deeply spiritual and unique culture. With champion surfing, world class resorts and challenging hiking trails, this Indonesian island accommodates travelers from every walk of life. It's often called, "paradise on earth, " and no one disagrees.
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 Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, The Best G Adventures Tours to Indonesia, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China, and The Best Historical Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBali $76Guilin $68
The average daily cost (per person) in Bali is $76, while the average daily cost in Guilin is $68. 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 Bali and Guilin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBali $43Guilin $35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBali $86Guilin $70
Compare Hotels in Bali and Guilin
Looking for a hotel in Bali 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: Bali Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bali $9.42Guilin $5.87
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bali
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Bali:
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Motorbike Rental$3.23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bali
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bali:
- BALI PARAGLIDING Fly, Swing and Soaring above the sea with private transfer: $103
- Bali DPS Airport Private Transfer from-to Nusa Dua: $23
- Bali Massage with Transfer to International Bali Airport (DPS): $58
- Bali Parasailing Adventure with Including Hotel Transfer: $45
- Bali Parasailing Adventure,Banana Boat,Jet Ski and Donut Boat with Transfers: $59
- Bali Quad and Buggy Discovery Tour, Including Round-Trip Transfer: $76
- Bali Spiritual: Blessing Ceremony, Pristine Nature and Transfer: $109
- Bali Tours 4U Airport and Seaport transfers. 24 hours a day.: $21
- Bali Water Sport : Sea Walker,Donut Boat and Banana Boat with Hotel Transfers: $64
- Bali and Trawangan: Fastboat with Optional Bali Transfer: $50
- Bali to/from Gili Air: Fast Boat with Optional Bali Transfer: $50
- Bali to/from Gili Gede: Fast Boat (Optional Bali Transfer): $65
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Guilin
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Guilin are as follows:
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Taxi$2.82
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guilin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guilin:
- Private Arrival Transfer: Guilin Train Stations to Downtown Hotel: $17
- Private Departure Transfer from Hotel to Guilin Train Stations: $17
- Private Arrival Transfer: Guilin International Airport (KWL) to Downtown Hotel: $25
- Private Airport Transfer:Guilin Hotel to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport: $35
- Guilin Railway stations Transfer Service: $37
- Transfer from Guilin Hotels to Yangshuo Town: $37
- Private Guilin Airport Transfer to Yangshuo: $42
- Private Arrival Transfer: Guilin Train Stations to Yangshuo: $49
- Private Arrival Transfer: Guilin International Airport (KWL) to Yangshuo: $49
- Haikou Meilan International Airport Chauffeur Service, Haikou Airport Transfer: $50
- Haikou Meilan International Airport Chauffeur Service ,Haikou Airport Transfer: $56
- Guilin liangjiang Airport Chauffeur Service,Guilin Airport Transfer: $57
Is it cheaper to fly into Bali or Guilin?
Prices for flights to both Guilin and Bali 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 dayBali $21Guilin $23
Typical Food Prices in Bali
Some typical examples of dining costs in Bali are as follows:
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Coffee$1.29
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Lunch for Two$14
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Bali Cafe for Two$28
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Lunch for Two$8.41
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Lunch for 2$9.32
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Dinner for 2$10
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bali
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bali.
- Private Tour Uluwatu Sunset Kecak Dance and Dinner at Jimbaran: $31
- Ubud: Balinese Cooking Class at an Organic Farm: $35
- From Ubud: Authentic Cooking Class in a Local Village: $35
- Romantic Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran: $38
- Spice Garden, Jamu & Cooking Class in Bali Village: $45
- Seminyak: Balinese Cooking Class & Market Tour: $45
- Padang-Padang Beach+ Uluwatu Sunset and Kecak Dance + Dinner: $45
- Bali Street Food Tour: $45
- Bali's Best Sunset: Uluwatu Kecak Dance & Dinner Jimbaran Beach: $50
- Evening Bali Mangrove Canoe Tour with Dinner: $51
- Private Full or Half-Day Authentic Food Tour: $54
- Bali Famous Beach, Kecak Dance, Uluwatu Temple, Sunset, Dinner: $55
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$1.41
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.Bali $11Guilin $28
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bali
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Bali are as follows:
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Spa for Two$56
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Snorkelling Trip$13
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Cooking School$29
Tours and Activities in Bali
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bali are as follows:
- Bali Water Sports Adventure: $7.89
- Bali Tanjung Benoa Water Sport Adventure: $8.34
- Bali Bird Park 1-Day Admission Ticket: $9.45
- Bali Bird Park: 1-Day Admission Ticket: $9.72
- Best of Ubud Full Day Private Guided Tour: $11
- Private Tour to New Indonesia Urban Destination: $13
- Kecak and Fire Dance Ticket at Uluwatu Temple: $14
- Uluwatu Temple Tour with Optional Kecak Dance Ticket: $16
- Uluwatu Temple Kecak Fire Dance Private Guided Tour: $17
- Watersport activity Ocean walker, Parasailing Adventure & Banana Boat: $18
- Tanah Lot Temple Guided Tour: $18
- Gili Islands: Private or Shared Snorkeling Boat Tour: $18
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 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
- Kayaking Adventure with Local Guide: $51
- One Day Private Longji Rice Terraces with Minority village tour: $52
- Half-Day Self-Guided Yangshuo Xianggong Hill Sunrise Tour: $52
- Guilin Classic Li River Day Tour with Xianggong Hill : $55
- Private Full-Day City Tour with Fubo Hill: $61
- Full-Day Guilin Essence and Lifestyle Walking Tour: $69
- 1-DAY Private Longji Rice Terraces and Minority Villages Tour: $70
- 1-DAy Private Guilin -Li River Cruise-Yangshuo Highlights tour: $70
- Yangshuo Old Town and 3 star Li River Cruise from Guilin: $72
- Private Bike Tour: Yangshuo Countryside: $73
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBali $3.33Guilin $5.83
When comparing the travel costs between Bali and Guilin, we can see that Bali 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 Bali Expensive? and Is Guilin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bali or Guilin?
Guilin has a larger population, and is about 60% larger than the population of Bali. When comparing the sizes of Bali 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 Bali or Guilin?
Guilin has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Bali experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Bali or Guilin in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Bali and Guilin. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bali year-round.
In July, Bali is generally cooler than Guilin. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 27°C (81°F), and Guilin fluctuates around 30°C (86°F).
Guilin receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Bali usually receives less rain than Guilin. Bali gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain each month for the summer. April to September in Bali is the dry season.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBali 27°C (81°F)Guilin 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Bali or Guilin in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Bali as well as Guilin. Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Bali is a little warmer than Guilin in the autumn. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in October, and Guilin fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Bali usually gets less rain in October than Guilin. Bali gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year. October to March in Bali is the rainy season.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBali 27°C (81°F)Guilin 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Bali or Guilin in the Winter?
Both Guilin and Bali are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bali throughout the year.
In the winter, Bali is much warmer than Guilin. Typically, the winter temperatures in Bali in January average around 26°C (79°F), and Guilin averages at about 10°C (49°F).
In January, Bali usually receives more rain than Guilin. Bali gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter. The rainy season in Bali is October to March.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBali 26°C (79°F)Guilin 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Bali or Guilin in the Spring?
Both Guilin and Bali during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Bali because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Bali is generally a little warmer than Guilin. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 27°C (81°F), and Guilin fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
Guilin gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Bali usually gets less rain in April than Guilin. Bali gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain this time of the year. April to September is the dry season in Bali.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBali 27°C (81°F)Guilin 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Guilin and Bali
| Bali | Guilin | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
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