Which place is cheaper, Fiordland National Park or Benxi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Benxi or Fiordland National Park?
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 Fiordland National Park 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 Fiordland National Park?
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.
Fiordland National Park
One of UNESCO's World Heritage Sites, Fiordland National Park is New Zealand's largest park, as well as one of the largest in the world. Although it may be the largest, it is the least explored park in the country. The park takes up the southwest region of the south island. The Department of Conservation manages the park (like all of the other parks in the country) and they try to keep development minimal in efforts to protect the environment and manage human activity. When visiting the park, prepare for rain as the park as over 200 days of rain per year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China, The Best Eco Tours in New Zealand, and The Best Thrill-Seeking Tours in New Zealand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBenxi $97Fiordland National Park $103
The average daily cost (per person) in Benxi is $97, while the average daily cost in Fiordland National Park is $103. 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 Fiordland National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBenxi $48Fiordland National Park $51
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBenxi $96Fiordland National Park $102
Compare Hotels in Benxi and Fiordland National Park
Looking for a hotel in Benxi or Fiordland 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Benxi $32Fiordland National Park $44
Is it cheaper to fly into Benxi or Fiordland National Park?
Prices for flights to both Fiordland National Park 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 $31Fiordland National Park $24
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Benxi $7.50Fiordland National Park $21
Tours and Activities in Fiordland National Park
For Fiordland National Park, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Te Anau: River Jet Boat and Bike Ride Tour with Local Guide: $140
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBenxi $7.90Fiordland National Park $8.61
When comparing the travel costs between Benxi and Fiordland National Park, we can see that Fiordland National Park 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. Even though Benxi is in Asia and Fiordland National Park is in Pacific, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Benxi Expensive? and Is Fiordland 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.