Which place is cheaper, Mount Aspiring National Park or Busan (Pusan)?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Busan (Pusan) or Mount Aspiring National Park ?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Busan (Pusan) or Mount Aspiring National Park, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Busan (Pusan) or Mount Aspiring National Park ?
Busan (Pusan)
An important port city in South Korea, Busan is known for its beaches, mountains, and temples. With a thriving harbor, the city's main revenue comes from international shipping, although the area is quite popular with tourists from all over the globe, too. The place is bustling with sailors from around the world as well as tourists who come to enjoy the culture of this modern and dynamic city.
Mount Aspiring National Park
Mount Aspiring National Park is located within the Southern Alps on the South Island of New Zealand in the Otago region. The park is named after one of New Zealand's highest peaks, Mt Aspiring, and is one of the best places to hike in the country. It is part of the Southwest New Zealand World Heritage Area and one of the many locations of filming for the Lord of the Rings movies. The closest towns to this park are Haast, Makarora, Wanaka, and Glenorchy. One of New Zealand's great walks is located in this park, the Routeburn track, and is very popular among travelers heading to New Zealand for long hikes through the beautiful scenery.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to South Korea, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Seoul, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in New Zealand, and The Best 2-Week Tours in New Zealand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBusan (Pusan) $91Mount Aspiring National Park $116
The average daily cost (per person) in Busan (Pusan) is $91, while the average daily cost in Mount Aspiring National Park is $116. 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 Busan (Pusan) and Mount Aspiring National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBusan (Pusan) $41Mount Aspiring National Park $63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBusan (Pusan) $82Mount Aspiring National Park $126
Compare Hotels in Busan (Pusan) and Mount Aspiring National Park
Looking for a hotel in Busan (Pusan) or Mount Aspiring 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: Busan (Pusan) Hotel Prices and Mount Aspiring National Park Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Busan (Pusan) $21Mount Aspiring National Park $53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Busan (Pusan)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Busan (Pusan):
- Private Transfer from Busan City Hotels to Busan Cruise Port: $78
- Private Transfer from Busan Cruise Port to Busan city hotels: $78
- Private Transfer from Busan Port to Busan Gimhae Int Airport(PUS): $81
- Private Transfer from Busan Gimhae Int Airport(PUS) to Busan Port: $81
- Private Transfer Gaimhae Airport to Busan City: $85
- Private Transfer from Busan Cruise Port to Busan Hotels: $86
- Private Transfer from Busan hotels to Busan Cruise Port: $86
- Busan Airport (PUS) to Busan Hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $122
- Busan Gimhae Int Airport(PUS) to Busan - Arrival Private Transfer: $122
- Busan hotels to Busan Airport (PUS) - Departure Private Transfer: $122
Is it cheaper to fly into Busan (Pusan) or Mount Aspiring National Park ?
Prices for flights to both Mount Aspiring National Park and Busan (Pusan) 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 dayBusan (Pusan) $27Mount Aspiring National Park $20
Typical Food Prices in Busan (Pusan)
Some typical examples of dining costs in Busan (Pusan) are as follows:
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McDonald's$4.72
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Carp Bread$0.76
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Busan (Pusan)
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Busan (Pusan).
- Busan history and market food tour with local chef: $50
- Busan Jagalchi market Seafood Tour & Dinner : $50
- Busan Tailored Korean cooking class (Vegan OK)with market tour: $65
- Korean cooking class in Haeundae, Busan : $95
- Busan Local Food Cooking Class with Market Tour: $116
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Busan (Pusan) $21Mount Aspiring National Park $31
Tours and Activities in Busan (Pusan)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Busan (Pusan) are as follows:
- Busan Trick Eye Museum Discount Ticket (내국인불가): $6.00
- Fun & Informative Busan in Korea Virtual Tour : $12
- Night View Experience in Busan in Small Group Tour: $22
- Eden Valley Winter Ski Resort Day Tour from Busan+SPA LAND option: $41
- A well-rounded small group Busan tour with a certified guide: $46
- Busan: Jagalchi Market & Gamcheon Village Walking Tour With Guide: $50
- Full-Day Busan City Tour: $52
- Full-Day Tour Unmissable things to do in Busan: $54
- Busan Night Tour includes Snapshots: $57
- Jinhae Gunhangje Night Tour : $61
- Scenic Jiri Mountain Autumn Foliage One Day Tour: $62
- Historic and Natural Beauty- Gyeongju Autumn Foliage Day Tour: $62
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBusan (Pusan) $12Mount Aspiring National Park $5.44
Sample the Local Flavors in Busan (Pusan)
Also in Busan (Pusan), these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Busan Pub Crawl: $20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Busan (Pusan) and Mount Aspiring National Park , we can see that Mount Aspiring National Park is more expensive. And not only is Busan (Pusan) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Busan (Pusan) is in Asia and Mount Aspiring National Park 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 Busan (Pusan) would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Busan (Pusan) 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 Mount Aspiring National Park would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Mount Aspiring National Park than you might in Busan (Pusan).
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Busan (Pusan) Expensive? and Is Mount Aspiring 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.