Which place is cheaper, Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) or Cebu?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Cebu or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Cebu or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Cebu or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
Cebu
Cebu Island is an important island in the Visayas region of the Philippines, characterized by its main port at Cebu City as well as many natural features. The most-visited areas include islands of Mactan, Bantayan, Badian, Malapascua and Camotes, all which have resorts and hotels. Scuba diving and snorkeling are common activities along the shoreline, while hiking the mountainous spine of the island is popular inland.
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
In the heart of the Anhui Province of China is the stunning Mount Huangshan, or Yellow Mountain. This UNESCO World Heritage Site draws in visitors from around the world to take in the stunning views and conquer a new challenge.
Mount Huangshan is one of the most popular destinations in China. Because of this, most of the towns and regions around it also use the name Huangshan. Even the closest town, Tunxi, has begun going by Huangshan City. Keep this in mind as it could potentially cause some confusion in transit.
The whole of Huangshan has 36 separate peaks rising approximately 1,800 meters into the air. It is often covered in a spiritual-feeling mist that makes the peaks appear to live in the clouds. It has inspired artists for centuries, and is often thought to be the model for the typical mountain ranges seen in ancient Chinese paintings.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Philippines, The Best Honeymoon Tours in Philippines, The Best 10-Day Tours in China, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in China.
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Cebu Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCebu $80Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $72
The average daily cost (per person) in Cebu is $80, while the average daily cost in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) is $72. 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 Cebu and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCebu $25Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCebu $50Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $50
Compare Hotels in Cebu and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
Looking for a hotel in Cebu or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)? 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: Cebu Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cebu $26Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cebu
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cebu:
- CEB Airport to City Centre|Hotels Private Transfer: $7.00
- Cebu Airport Private Transfer to Cebu City Hotel: $18
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Cebu APT-HTL (CEB): $18
- Private One-Way Airport Transfer: $26
- Cordova Private Transfer from Cordova city to Mactan Cebu Airport (CEB): $28
- Private Car Transfer with Driver (Flexible Routes): $28
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Cebu HTL-APT (CEB): $31
- Private Airport to Hotel Transfer in Cebu City: $35
- Cebu Airport Transfer to / from Anywhere in Cebu: $37
- Canyoneering Cebu in Kawasan falls + meals + Cebu transfer option: $53
- One-way Airport Transfer to Cebu City Hotels: $89
- Cebu Safari & Adventure Park: Wildlife Tour with Transfers: $102
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain):
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Shuttle Bus to Tangkou for Two$3.64
Is it cheaper to fly into Cebu or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
Prices for flights to both Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Cebu 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 dayCebu $36Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cebu
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cebu.
- Carbon Market Food Tour & Bars with Jeepney Ride: $16
- Highlands Guided Tour with STREET FOOD TOUR OPTION: $45
- The Ultimate Cebu Food Tour: Local Tastes & Cultural Journey: $70
- Cebu City: Historical Street and Food Tour: $89
- Cebu Traditional Cuisine Cooking Class: $98
- Private Panoramic Tour with Dinner: $100
- Cebu Traditional Bamboo Cooking Class: $107
- Cebu Traditional Bamboo Cooking: $110
- Cebu Vegetarian Cooking Class: $110
- Cebu Traditional Cuisine Cooking Class: $110
- 5-Hour Evening Tour from Cebu with Dinner: $110
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cebu $17Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $27
Tours and Activities in Cebu
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cebu are as follows:
- Cebu City: Walking Tour: $21
- Cebu City: Guided Trekking Experience: $32
- Adventure Hiking Trip in the City: $36
- 3-Hour Small Group Cebu City Tour: $38
- City Sightseeing Group Tour: $39
- BEST OF Guided Heritage City Joiners Tour: $44
- Heritage Tour and Uphill Tour: $45
- Scuba Diving Experience beach entry in Mactan: $45
- Cebu Highlands Tour (Taoist temple, Leah and sirao garden)PICK UP: $46
- Cebu City: Best of Cebu Full-Day Guided Sightseeing Tour: $49
- Thrill Seekers Paradise Kawasan Canyoning Adventure: $50
- Cebu Half Day City Tour (Private Tour): $51
Typical Entertainment Prices in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) are as follows:
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Two Entrance Tickets$64
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Two Cable Car Passes$22
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCebu $14Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Cebu
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cebu:
- Makati Pub Crawl with Optional City Tour: $18
- Cebu City Light's Pub Crawl: $110
When comparing the travel costs between Cebu and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain), we can see that Cebu 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 Cebu Expensive? and Is Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Cebu or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Cebu experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Cebu or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the Summer?
Both Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Cebu are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cebu throughout the year.
In July, Cebu is generally around the same temperature as Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Daily temperatures in Cebu average around 28°C (82°F), and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). It's quite rainy in Cebu. In July, Cebu usually receives less rain than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Cebu gets 160 mm (6.3 in) of rain, while Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives 185 mm (7.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCebu 28°C (82°F)Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Cebu or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the Autumn?
Both Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Cebu during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Cebu because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Cebu is much warmer than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the autumn. The daily temperature in Cebu averages around 28°C (82°F) in October, and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Cebu. Cebu usually gets more rain in October than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Cebu gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCebu 28°C (82°F)Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Cebu or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Cebu and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cebu year-round.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). In the winter, Cebu is much warmer than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Typically, the winter temperatures in Cebu in January average around 27°C (81°F), and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) averages at about 4°C (40°F).
In January, Cebu usually receives more rain than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Cebu gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCebu 27°C (81°F)Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Cebu or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Cebu as well as Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Cebu attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Cebu is generally much warmer than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Daily temperatures in Cebu average around 29°C (84°F), and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
It's quite rainy in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Cebu usually gets less rain in April than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Cebu gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCebu 29°C (84°F)Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 17°C (62°F)
Typical Weather for Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Cebu
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 235 mm (9.2 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 121 mm (4.7 in) |
| Sep | 29°C (84°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
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