Which place is cheaper, Yangshuo or Bali?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bali or Yangshuo?
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 Yangshuo can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bali or Yangshuo?
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.
Yangshuo
A county of the city, Guilin, Yangshuo is located in a region famous for its karst topography. Surrounded by jagged mountain peaks and bordered on one side by the Li River, Yangshuo has become a popular home base for tourists looking to explore the region's natural wonders. Backpackers and tourists, both foreign and domestic, come to Yangshuo every year making it a city of many cultures. Most locals are even able to speak English, which is fairly uncommon for Chinese cities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, The Best G Adventures Tours to Indonesia, The Best Budget Tours to China, and The Best Tours for Seniors to China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBali $73Yangshuo $72
The average daily cost (per person) in Bali is $73, while the average daily cost in Yangshuo is $72. 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 Yangshuo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBali $42Yangshuo $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBali $84Yangshuo $50
Compare Hotels in Bali and Yangshuo
Looking for a hotel in Bali or Yangshuo? 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 $9.03Yangshuo $42
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$3.10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bali
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bali:
- Bali Spiritual: Blessing Ceremony, Pristine Nature and Transfer: $109
- BALI PARAGLIDING Fly, Swing and Soaring above the sea with private transfer: $103
- West Beach Nusa Penida Tour with Speedboat Transfer from Sanur: $99
- Drive Your Own Jet Ski Without Instructor With Private Transfer: $85
- Unforgettable Batur Volcano Hiking With Private Transfer: $85
- Batur Volcano Jeep Tour Include Private Transfer: $80
- Bali Quad and Buggy Discovery Tour, Including Round-Trip Transfer: $76
- Horse Riding on the Black Sand Beach and Free Hotel Transfers: $74
- Nusa Penida All-Inclusive Full-Day Tour with Transfers: $66
- Bali Water Sport : Sea Walker,Donut Boat and Banana Boat with Hotel Transfers: $64
- Ubud: Sky Bike and Jungle Swing Experience with Transfer: $63
- Bali to/from Gili Gede: Fast Boat (Optional Bali Transfer): $60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangshuo
Also for Yangshuo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo(Xingping) Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $21
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Yangshuo hotel: $21
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Guilin hotel: $37
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $48
- Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin Train Stations: $49
- Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin International Airport (KWL): $49
- Yangshuo Rock Climbing with Hotel Transfer (3 hours): $69
- Impression Liu Sanjie - Ticket Booking (including Round-trip Transfer): $75
- Private Impression Sanjie Liu Evening Show with Hotel Transfer: $88
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Longsheng hotel: $107
Is it cheaper to fly into Bali or Yangshuo?
Prices for flights to both Yangshuo 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 $21Yangshuo $19
Typical Food Prices in Bali
Some typical examples of dining costs in Bali are as follows:
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Coffee$1.24
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Lunch for Two$14
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Bali Cafe for Two$27
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Lunch for Two$8.07
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Lunch for 2$8.93
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Dinner for 2$9.80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bali
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bali.
- The Balinesia Lu'au - 'A Kampung Bali Experience & Dinner Show': $28
- Best Romantic Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran Beach Sunset : $29
- Romantic Seafood Dinner under sunset in the Beach: $30
- Uluwatu Temple Kecak And Dinner Half Day Private Guided Tour: $30
- Private Tour Uluwatu Sunset Kecak Dance and Dinner at Jimbaran: $31
- Bali Sunset and Dinner: Uluwatu, Tanah Lot and Jimbaran: $32
- Pirate Dinner Cruise with Shows, Games, and Music: $33
- From Ubud: Authentic Cooking Class in a Local Village: $35
- From Ubud: Balinese Cooking Class at an Organic Farm: $35
- Romantic Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran: $38
- Spice Garden, Jamu & Cooking Class in Bali Village: $45
- Seminyak: Balinese Cooking Class & Market Tour: $45
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yangshuo
For Yangshuo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3-Hour Yangshuo Cooking Class with Yangshuo Town Shopping: $138
- Yangshuo Full Day Tour: Cooking class, River boat, Light Show: $259
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bali $11Yangshuo $23
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$54
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Snorkelling Trip$12
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Cooking School$28
Tours and Activities in Bali
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bali are as follows:
- ATV Rafting Jungle Swing Private Guided Tour : $63
- Bali Telaga Waja White Water Rafting Adventure : $47
- Lembongan Snorkeling and Island Tour: $80
- Nusa Penida Snorkeling Adventure (Private & All-Inclusive): $129
- Private Tour Bali Bird Park And Ubud Tour: $110
- Private Tours Tegenungan Waterfall Ubud Palace & Market: $80
- Sightseeing to Ulundanu temple, banyumala waterfall & Tanah lot: $57
- White Water Rafting Adventure at Telaga Waja River : $43
- (BCR Rafting) Rafting Adventure in Telaga Waja River 18km: $55
- 2 Day Tours Ubud Art Village, Dance And Other Tourist Attractions: $186
- 2 Days Private Tours : Watersport And Uluwatu Temple: $124
- 2-Hour Private Luxury Spa Experience Bali Aromatherapy Massage: $50
Tours and Activities in Yangshuo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Yangshuo.
- Tour to learn Chinese cuisine in Yangshuo group: $37
- Impression Sanjie Liu Show Ticket: $45
- Yangshuo Impression Liusanjie Show Ticket: $45
- Yangshuo Impression Liusanjie Show Ticket: $47
- Yangshuo Ruyi peak & round way cable car ticket: $55
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata Ticket: $56
- Half/Full-Day Yangshuo Countryside Moderate Cycling and Sightseeing Private Tour: $60
- Gullin: Li River Cruise with Pickup and Yangshuo: $65
- Private Half-Day Bike and Bamboo Raft Tour in Yangshuo: $80
- 1 Day - Yangshuo Bike Tour: $80
- Xingping Parasailing Experience Ticket: $89
- Yangshuo Parasailing Experience Ticket: $89
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBali $3.20Yangshuo $33
When comparing the travel costs between Bali and Yangshuo, 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 Yangshuo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bali or Yangshuo?
Bali has a larger population, and is about 35% larger than the population of Yangshuo. When comparing the sizes of Bali and Yangshuo, 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 Yangshuo?
Yangshuo 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 Yangshuo in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Bali as well as Yangshuo. Bali attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Bali is cooler than Yangshuo in the summer. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Yangshuo fluctuates around 30°C (86°F).
It's quite rainy in Yangshuo. Bali usually gets less rain in July than Yangshuo. Bali gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, April to September in Bali is the dry season.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBali 27°C (81°F)Yangshuo 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Bali or Yangshuo in the Autumn?
Both Yangshuo and Bali are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bali throughout the year.
In the autumn, Bali is a little warmer than Yangshuo. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bali in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Yangshuo averages at about 23°C (73°F).
In October, Bali usually receives less rain than Yangshuo. Bali gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn. The rainy season in Bali is October to March.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBali 27°C (81°F)Yangshuo 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Bali or Yangshuo in the Winter?
Both Yangshuo and Bali during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Bali because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Bali is generally much warmer than Yangshuo. Daily temperatures in Bali average around 26°C (79°F), and Yangshuo fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
Bali usually gets more rain in January than Yangshuo. Bali gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year. October to March is the rainy season in Bali.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBali 26°C (79°F)Yangshuo 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Bali or Yangshuo in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Bali and Yangshuo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bali year-round.
Bali is a little warmer than Yangshuo in the spring. The daily temperature in Bali averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Yangshuo fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
Yangshuo receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Bali usually receives less rain than Yangshuo. Bali gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain each month for the spring. April to September in Bali is the dry season.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBali 27°C (81°F)Yangshuo 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Yangshuo and Bali
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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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