Which place is cheaper, Guilin or Can Tho?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Can Tho 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 Can Tho and Guilin can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Can Tho or Guilin?
Can Tho
Can Tho is the largest city of Vietnam's Mekong Delta, and is best known for its canal network of floating markets, restaurants, bars, and hotels, Buddhist pagodas, and the beauty of the delta, which is illuminated in the evenings.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Ho Chi Minh City, The Best 10-Day Tours from Hanoi, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China, and The Best Historical Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCan Tho $58Guilin $68
The average daily cost (per person) in Can Tho is $58, 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 Can Tho and Guilin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCan Tho $28Guilin $35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCan Tho $56Guilin $70
Compare Hotels in Can Tho and Guilin
Looking for a hotel in Can Tho 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: Can Tho Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Can Tho $13Guilin $5.88
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Can Tho
Also for Can Tho, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- PRIVATE CAR: Can Tho AIRPORT <=> CanTho Hotels (one way transfer): $30
- Private Transfer from Can Tho (VCA) Airport to Can Tho City: $127
- Private Transfer from Can Tho City to Can Tho (VCA) Airport: $49
- Private Transfer from Can Tho City to Tan Son Nhat (SGN) Airport: $116
- Private Transfer from Thanh Thoi to Tan Son Nhat (SGN) Airport: $109
- Private Transfer from Vinh Long to Tan Son Nhat (SGN) Airport: $110
- Private Transfer: Can Tho Airport - Can Tho City Center: $35
- Private Transfer: Can Tho Airport to/from Can Tho City Center: $37
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 Transfer from Zhangjiajie to Guilin: $393
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Zhangjiajie: $393
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Fenghuang and stops at Chengyang Dong Village: $267
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Fenghuang and stops at Longji rice terraces area: $267
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Fenghuang and stops at Hongjiang: $267
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Zhaoxing and stops at Chengyang Dong Village: $197
- Guilin Airport to Yangshuo: Private Transfer for up to 15 Pax: $190
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Zhaoxing and stops at Longji terraces: $168
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo/Guilin to Sanjiang and stops Longji Rice Terraces: $160
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Guilin hotel: $120
- Private Transfer: Guilin Airport to Yangshuo Hotel: $115
- Live Show of Impression Liu San Jie including the Transfer Services: $102
Is it cheaper to fly into Can Tho or Guilin?
Prices for flights to both Guilin and Can Tho 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 dayCan Tho $17Guilin $23
Typical Food Prices in Can Tho
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Can Tho:
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Restaurant Dinner (for Two)$5.28
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Coconut$0.28
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Mango$1.10
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Hot Pot Dinner (for Two)$7.07
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Two Vietnamese Iced Coffees$0.65
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Casual Lunch (for One)$2.84
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Can Tho
For Can Tho, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Boat tour on Mekong river see the sunset, small canal, Vegan dinner, street food: $29
- Biking and Cooking Class in Can Tho Rural: $32
- Local Food Tour: $33
- Explore Can Tho City tour combine Local Food tour - in afternoon: $35
- Biking and cooking class in the rural tour at Can Tho: $36
- Can Tho food tour designed by local chef: $38
- Street food tour back of the bike in Can Tho: $39
- Eco Cooking Class and Market Tour: $47
- Walking street food tour designed by local chef: $49
- Discover Local Cuisine: Walking Food Tour in Can Tho: $49
- Can Tho Cooking Class - Motorbike trip in the countryside: $69
- Mekong Delta Cooking Class with Lunch: $69
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.Can Tho $17Guilin $28
Typical Entertainment Prices in Can Tho
For Can Tho, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Sunset Boat Ride$2.03
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Half Day Floating Market Tour$8.53
Tours and Activities in Can Tho
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Can Tho.
- FREE FOOT TOUR- ENJOY LOCAL FOOD: $8.45
- Mekong Delta and Cai Rang Floating Market 5-Hours Tour: $32
- The hidden Fabulous Floating Market and small canal (Non-tourist small canal): $33
- Discover Can Tho Floating Market and Small Canal Adventure: $35
- Bicycle Tour Through Peaceful Villages: $35
- Private Half Day Tour - Sơn Islet: $36
- Mekong Delta and Cai Rang Floating Market Tour: $36
- Can Tho Sunset Tour : $38
- Sunset Experience on Mekong River and Explore Brilliant City: $40
- Private Half Day Tour - Cái Răng Floating Market: $40
- Cai Rang Floating Market and Fruit Garden Tour: $42
- A unique tour of the floating market includes a cacao plantation.: $42
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:
- 2-Day Self-Guided Guilin Tour with 4 Star Boat, Yangshuo and Longji Terraces : $200
- Full-Day Yangshuo Sunrise and Li-River cruise with the 4 Star Boat Private Tour: $272
- 1 Day Guilin to Yangshuo with top scenery & culture private tour : $120
- 1 Day Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo with Private Guide & Driver: $219
- 1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking: $169
- 1 Day Yangshuo Countryside Hiking along the Yulong river Private Tour: $103
- 1 day Li River cruise & Yangshuo countryside private day tour : $101
- 1-DAY Private Longji Rice Terraces and Minority Villages Tour: $70
- 1-DAy Private Guilin -Li River Cruise-Yangshuo Highlights tour: $70
- 1-Day Guilin Tour to Reed Flute Cave, Xianggong Hill, Bamboo Boat and Night Show: $89
- 1-Day Guilin Xing'an Ling Canal Private Tour: $183
- 1-Day Longji Terrace Fields-Dazhai village Tour with the English Speaking Driver: $79
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCan Tho $6.71Guilin $5.84
Typical Alcohol Prices in Can Tho
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Can Tho from other travelers:
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Beer$3.25
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Can Tho and Guilin, we can see that Guilin is more expensive. And not only is Can Tho much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Can Tho would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Can Tho 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 Guilin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Guilin than you might in Can Tho.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Can Tho Expensive? and Is Guilin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Can Tho or Guilin?
Guilin has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Can Tho. When comparing the sizes of Can Tho 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 Can Tho or Guilin?
Guilin has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Can Tho experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Can Tho or Guilin in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Can Tho as well as Guilin. Can Tho attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Can Tho is generally around the same temperature as Guilin. Daily temperatures in Can Tho average around 28°C (82°F), and Guilin fluctuates around 30°C (86°F).
It's quite rainy in Guilin. Can Tho receives a lot of rain in the summer. Can Tho usually gets more rain in July than Guilin. Can Tho gets 313 mm (12.3 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCan Tho 28°C (82°F)Guilin 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Can Tho or Guilin in the Autumn?
Both Guilin and Can Tho are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Can Tho throughout the year.
Can Tho is a little warmer than Guilin in the autumn. The daily temperature in Can Tho averages around 28°C (82°F) in October, and Guilin fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
It's quite rainy in Can Tho. In October, Can Tho usually receives more rain than Guilin. Can Tho gets 343 mm (13.5 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn. The dry season in Can Tho is December to April. The rainy season in Can Tho is May to November.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCan Tho 28°C (82°F)Guilin 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Can Tho or Guilin in the Winter?
Both Guilin and Can Tho during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Can Tho because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the winter, Can Tho is much warmer than Guilin. Typically, the winter temperatures in Can Tho in January average around 26°C (78°F), and Guilin averages at about 10°C (49°F).
Can Tho usually gets less rain in January than Guilin. Can Tho gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCan Tho 26°C (78°F)Guilin 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Can Tho or Guilin in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Can Tho and Guilin. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Can Tho year-round.
In April, Can Tho is generally a little warmer than Guilin. Daily temperatures in Can Tho average around 29°C (84°F), and Guilin fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
Guilin receives a lot of rain in the spring. Can Tho gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Can Tho usually receives less rain than Guilin. Can Tho gets 103 mm (4.1 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain each month for the spring. December to April in Can Tho is the dry season. Also, May to November is the rainy season in Can Tho.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCan Tho 29°C (84°F)Guilin 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Guilin and Can Tho
| Can Tho | Guilin | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (78°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (80°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) |
| May | 29°C (84°F) | 268 mm (10.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 332 mm (13.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 313 mm (12.3 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 365 mm (14.4 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 360 mm (14.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 343 mm (13.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 163 mm (6.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
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.