Which place is cheaper, Arrowtown or Benxi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Benxi or Arrowtown?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Benxi and Arrowtown can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Benxi or Arrowtown?
Benxi
Benxi, China is a city in the south east of the Liaoning Province in northeast China. The city itself is a major industrial hub, but is best known for the Benxi Shuidong National Park where you'll find the famous five million year old water cave. Benxi experiences cold winters, with weather being less enjoyable for touring from November through March. May through August see much warmer weather, getting up to the high 80's Fahrenheit in late summer. September and October are also good times to visit as temperatures cool to 60-70 degrees.
Arrowtown
Historically, Arrowtown is an old gold mining town that is located on the South Island of New Zealand. The town was established during the Otago gold rush of 1862. It is very close to Queenstown, which is a very popular destination among travelers, and it is definitely worth visiting if you are in the Otago region of New Zealand. It is a very tiny town, with a population of just over 2,000 people. The town has a lot of character and history and is a perfect place to go if you wish to get out of the touristy areas like Queenstown.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China, The Best Contiki Tours to New Zealand, and The Best G Adventures Tours to New Zealand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBenxi $97Arrowtown $122
The average daily cost (per person) in Benxi is $97, while the average daily cost in Arrowtown is $122. 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 Benxi and Arrowtown in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBenxi $48Arrowtown $72
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBenxi $96Arrowtown $144
Compare Hotels in Benxi and Arrowtown
Looking for a hotel in Benxi or Arrowtown? 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: Arrowtown Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Benxi $32Arrowtown $29
Is it cheaper to fly into Benxi or Arrowtown?
Prices for flights to both Arrowtown and Benxi 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 dayBenxi $31Arrowtown $32
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Benxi $7.50Arrowtown $16
Tours and Activities in Arrowtown
For Arrowtown, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Queenstown: Arrowtown To Queenstown Biking Adventure: $59
- From Queenstown: 'Valley of the Vines' Wine and Bike Tour: $92
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBenxi $7.90Arrowtown $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Benxi and Arrowtown, we can see that Arrowtown is more expensive. And not only is Benxi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Benxi is in Asia and Arrowtown is in Pacific, 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 Benxi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Benxi 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 Arrowtown would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Arrowtown than you might in Benxi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Benxi Expensive? and Is Arrowtown Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Benxi or Arrowtown?
Benxi has a larger population, and is about 460 times larger than the population of Arrowtown. When comparing the sizes of Benxi and Arrowtown, 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.
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.