Which place is cheaper, Wuyuan or Can Tho?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Can Tho or Wuyuan?
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 Wuyuan can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Can Tho or Wuyuan?
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.
Wuyuan
Wuyuan, China is a small city in the Jiangxi Province in the south central area of the country. The city acts as a transport hub for the province, with many main bus routes running through it. Wuyuan also acts as the main thoroughfare when traveling to local remote villages in the area. It is best to know some Mandarin as this region does not see many non-Mandarin speaking tourists, which also means you should expect some very friendly attention!
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in Vietnam, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Vietnam, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Shanghai, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCan Tho $57Wuyuan $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Can Tho is $57, while the average daily cost in Wuyuan is $57. 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 Wuyuan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCan Tho $27Wuyuan $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCan Tho $54Wuyuan $52
Compare Hotels in Can Tho and Wuyuan
Looking for a hotel in Can Tho or Wuyuan? 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 $13Wuyuan $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Can Tho
Also for Can Tho, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Can Tho (VCA) Airport to Ho Chi Minh: $112
- Private Transfer from Can Tho City to Tan Son Nhat (SGN) Airport: $112
- Private Transfer from Thanh Thoi to Tan Son Nhat (SGN) Airport: $106
- Private Transfer from Vinh Long to Tan Son Nhat (SGN) Airport: $105
- Private Transfer: Can Tho Airport to/from Can Tho City Center: $43
- Private Transfer: Can Tho Airport - Can Tho City Center: $40
- PRIVATE CAR: Can Tho AIRPORT <=> CanTho Hotels (one way transfer): $30
- Private Transfer from Can Tho City to Can Tho (VCA) Airport: $25
- Private Transfer from Can Tho (VCA) Airport to Can Tho City: $25
Is it cheaper to fly into Can Tho or Wuyuan?
Prices for flights to both Wuyuan 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 $17Wuyuan $20
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)$5.19
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Coconut$0.28
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Mango$1.08
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Hot Pot Dinner (for Two)$6.95
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Two Vietnamese Iced Coffees$0.64
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Casual Lunch (for One)$2.80
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
- Explore Can Tho City tour combine Local Food tour - in afternoon: $35
- 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: $47
- Full-Day Experience in Mekong Cycling and Authentic Home Cooking: $60
- Can Tho Cooking Class - Motorbike trip in the countryside: $69
- 2 Days Tour in Can Tho with Boat Trip and Cooking Class : $139
Typical Food Prices in Wuyuan
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Wuyuan:
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Gummy Candy$0.28
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Cookies$0.69
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Can Tho $17Wuyuan $19
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$2.00
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Half Day Floating Market Tour$8.39
Tours and Activities in Can Tho
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Can Tho.
- 'Cai Rang' Floating Market 2-Day Tour With Biking & Boating: $140
- 3-DAY CA MAU CAPE TOUR IN MEKONG DELTA FROM SAI GON: $166
- A unique tour of the floating market includes a cacao plantation.: $48
- An Giang Full Day tour visit Tra Su bird sanctuary From Can Tho: $155
- Bicycle Tour Through Peaceful Villages: $40
- Boat tour visit 3 pagodas, Ancient house, see sunset on mekong river: $59
- CASA Authentic Bicycle Tour: $89
- CASA Authentic Mekong Motorbike Tour: $89
- Cai Rang Floating Market One Day Private Tour from Ho Chi Minh City: $145
- Cai Rang Floating Market Tour -Amazing Can Tho : $45
- Can Tho Sunset Tour : $35
- Cycling in the village in Can Tho - countryside bike tour: $55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCan Tho $6.59Wuyuan $14
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$3.20
When comparing the travel costs between Can Tho and Wuyuan, we can see that Wuyuan 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 Can Tho Expensive? and Is Wuyuan Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Can Tho or Wuyuan?
Wuyuan 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 Wuyuan in the Summer?
Both Wuyuan and Can Tho are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Can Tho throughout the year.
Can Tho is around the same temperature as Wuyuan in the summer. The daily temperature in Can Tho averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Wuyuan fluctuates around 30°C (85°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Wuyuan. It's quite rainy in Can Tho. In July, Can Tho usually receives more rain than Wuyuan. Can Tho gets 313 mm (12.3 in) of rain, while Wuyuan receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCan Tho 28°C (82°F)Wuyuan 30°C (85°F)
Should I visit Can Tho or Wuyuan in the Autumn?
Both Wuyuan and Can Tho during the autumn 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 autumn, Can Tho is a little warmer than Wuyuan. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Can Tho in October average around 28°C (82°F), and Wuyuan averages at about 20°C (68°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Can Tho. Can Tho usually gets more rain in October than Wuyuan. Can Tho gets 343 mm (13.5 in) of rain, while Wuyuan receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year. December to April is the dry season in Can Tho. May to November is the rainy season in Can Tho.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCan Tho 28°C (82°F)Wuyuan 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Can Tho or Wuyuan in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Can Tho and Wuyuan. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Can Tho year-round.
In January, Can Tho is generally much warmer than Wuyuan. Daily temperatures in Can Tho average around 26°C (78°F), and Wuyuan fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
In January, Can Tho usually receives less rain than Wuyuan. Can Tho gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Wuyuan receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCan Tho 26°C (78°F)Wuyuan 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Can Tho or Wuyuan in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Can Tho as well as Wuyuan. Can Tho attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Can Tho is much warmer than Wuyuan in the spring. The daily temperature in Can Tho averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Wuyuan fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It's quite rainy in Wuyuan. Can Tho receives a lot of rain in the spring. Can Tho usually gets less rain in April than Wuyuan. Can Tho gets 103 mm (4.1 in) of rain, while Wuyuan receives 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, December to April in Can Tho is the dry season. May to November in Can Tho is the rainy season.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCan Tho 29°C (84°F)Wuyuan 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Wuyuan and Can Tho
| Can Tho | Wuyuan | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (78°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (80°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 123 mm (4.9 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) |
| May | 29°C (84°F) | 268 mm (10.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 332 mm (13.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 270 mm (10.6 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 313 mm (12.3 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 365 mm (14.4 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 360 mm (14.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 343 mm (13.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 163 mm (6.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 48 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.