Which place is cheaper, Yangshuo or Da Nang?
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 Da Nang or Yangshuo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Da Nang or Yangshuo? 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: Da Nang or Yangshuo?
Da Nang
Halfway between Ho Chi Minh City in the south and Hanoi in the North is the easy-going beach city of Da Nang (or Danang, for some). The third most populated city in Vietnam, Da Nang draws in crowds with its beautiful and calm beaches as well as its history as a French colonial port.
With beaches, mountains, and cityscape, there's bound to be a point of interest for all travelers. Da Nang is also a transit hub to get to the four Vietnamese UNESCO World heritage sites: Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park, Hue, Hoi An, and My Son.
Da Nang experiences wet season from September through March and dry season from April through August with average temperatures of around 80℉.
Da Nang is also known to have some of the friendliest locals, probably due to the peace and quiet and lack of heavy traffic, even in the city.
Yangshuo
A county of the city, Guilin, Yangshuo is located in a region famous for its karst topography. Surrounded by jagged mountain peaks and bordered on one side by the Li River, Yangshuo has become a popular home base for tourists looking to explore the region's natural wonders. Backpackers and tourists, both foreign and domestic, come to Yangshuo every year making it a city of many cultures. Most locals are even able to speak English, which is fairly uncommon for Chinese cities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Hanoi, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Ho Chi Minh City, The Best Budget Tours to China, and The Best Tours for Seniors to China.
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Da Nang Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDa Nang $55Yangshuo $86
The average daily cost (per person) in Da Nang is $55, while the average daily cost in Yangshuo is $86. 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 Da Nang and Yangshuo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDa Nang $18Yangshuo $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDa Nang $36Yangshuo $52
Compare Hotels in Da Nang and Yangshuo
Looking for a hotel in Da Nang or Yangshuo? 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: Da Nang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Da Nang $11Yangshuo $43
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Da Nang
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Da Nang:
- Da Nang To Hoi An Transfer By Limousine Dcar Luxury : $100
- Private Car Transfer to MY LAI MASSACRE & MY SON HOLYAND : $99
- Private Transfer From Hue to Hoi An by Car: $90
- Hue: Transfer Hue to Hoi An by Private Car- English Driver: $85
- Airport Transfer: Da Nang Airport ⇄ Vietnam City: $82
- Hoi An to Ba Na Hills Private Car Transfer: $82
- Private Transfer from Hue to Hoi An orHoi An to Hue via Hai Van Pass,Lang Co Bay: $75
- Hoi An to Hue or Hue to Hoi An via Hai Van Pass &Lap An Lagoon(Private Transfer): $75
- Transfer from Da Nang to Hue : $70
- Round trip transfer to My Son sanctuary & Hoi An ancient: $65
- Hue City Morning Then Transfer to Danang/ Hoi An by Car: $59
- Hue: Shuttle bus Transfer From Hue to Da Nang: $55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangshuo
Also for Yangshuo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo(Xingping) Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $21
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Guilin hotel: $37
- Private Airport Transfer: Yangshuo Hotel to Guilin Liangjiang Airport: $45
- Private One Way Transfer Service to Guilin City Hotel or Airport from Yangshuo: $48
- Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin Train Stations: $49
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Yangshuo hotel: $56
- Impression Liu Sanjie - Ticket Booking (including Round-trip Transfer): $62
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Xingping hotel: $67
- From Rock Climbing with Transfer Private (3 hours): $69
- Guilin: Li River Cruise with Transfer to Yangshuo: $80
- Private Impression Sanjie Liu Evening Show with Hotel Transfer: $88
- From Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Transfer 3 hours Private Tour: $89
Is it cheaper to fly into Da Nang or Yangshuo?
Prices for flights to both Yangshuo and Da Nang 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 dayDa Nang $27Yangshuo $33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Da Nang
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Da Nang.
- Tasty Dinner Da Nang on Han River Cruise by Yatch & Champa Show: $17
- Poseidon Cruise with Dinner and Dragon Bridge Show: $17
- HộiAnTrà Quế farming &Cooking Class-BasketBoat Ride,Crab fishing: $26
- Eco Cooking Class and Basket boat tour from Da Nang/ Hoi An: $29
- Da Nang Food Tour Motorbike & Sightseeing By Ao Dai Lady Rider: $38
- 5 traditional dishes Da Nang cooking class with market trip: $39
- Seafood dinner, night market, sightseeing by night: $39
- Happy Cooking Class in Danang : $39
- Da Nang Evening Food Tour: $47
- 6-Hour Cooking Class in Danang (JDN1): $50
- Discover Da Nang by Night on a Private Food Tour: $53
- Hue Countryside Bike Tour & Cooking Class: $71
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yangshuo
For Yangshuo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Yangshuo Cooking Class with Market Trip: $45
- Full-day Cultural Experience: Taichi, Cooking & Painting Lessons: $100
- The impression Liu sanjie show and local dinner in town : $145
- Combo Impression Sanjie Liu Show and Authentic Cooking Experience: $199
- Yangshuo Full Day Tour: Cooking class, River boat, Light Show: $259
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Da Nang $13Yangshuo $24
Tours and Activities in Da Nang
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Da Nang are as follows:
- Golden Bridge- Early Departure & Marble Mountains- Private Tour: $133
- Hoi An Walking Tour, Sampan Boat Trip , Foodie Tour by Night: $69
- HoiAn Walking Tour with RiverBoat-Night Market-Colourful Lantern: $39
- Jeep Tour Danang to Hai Van Pass Lunch Lang Co Beach & Waterfall: $105
- MY SON HOLYLAND Private Tour-Early Morning at 6A.M or Afternoon : $65
- Marble Mountains - Hoi An Ancient Town Afternoon Tours FROM DANANG(15H30-21H): $35
- My Lai Massacre & My Son Holyland Fullday Private Tour : $165
- My Son Holyland & MARBLE MOUNTAIN Private Tour : $87
- 1 Day Imperial City Hue Tour from Hoi An and Da Nang City : $70
- 4-Day Private Central Vietnam Tour from Hue, My Son, Hoi An: $297
- Ba Na Hill - Golden Bridge Tour: $90
- Ba Na Hill Golden Bridge Tour with Buffet Lunch: $55
Tours and Activities in Yangshuo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Yangshuo.
- Impression Sanjie Liu Show Ticket: $45
- Impression Sanjie Liu Show Ticket: $45
- Impression Sanjie Liu Show Ticket Booking : $45
- Yangshuo Impression Liusanjie Show Ticket: $45
- Impression Liusanjie Show Ticket: $48
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata Ticket: $49
- Yulong River Bamboo Rafting Experience: $52
- Yangshuo Ruyi peak & round way cable car ticket: $55
- Yangshuo Walking Day Tour: $56
- Half/Full-Day Yangshuo Countryside Moderate Cycling and Sightseeing Private Tour: $60
- Ticket of Impression Sanjie Liu Show: $62
- Amphibious Off-Road Biking Experience: $68
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDa Nang $8.91Yangshuo $34
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Da Nang and Yangshuo, we can see that Yangshuo is more expensive. And not only is Da Nang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Da Nang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Da Nang 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 Yangshuo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yangshuo than you might in Da Nang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Da Nang Expensive? and Is Yangshuo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Da Nang or Yangshuo?
Da Nang has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Yangshuo. When comparing the sizes of Da Nang and Yangshuo, 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 Da Nang or Yangshuo?
Yangshuo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Da Nang experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Da Nang or Yangshuo in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Da Nang as well as Yangshuo. Da Nang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Da Nang is around the same temperature as Yangshuo in the summer. The daily temperature in Da Nang averages around 29°C (85°F) in July, and Yangshuo fluctuates around 30°C (86°F).
It's quite rainy in Yangshuo. Da Nang usually gets less rain in July than Yangshuo. Da Nang gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, January to July in Da Nang is the dry season. August to December in Da Nang is the rainy season.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDa Nang 29°C (85°F)Yangshuo 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Da Nang or Yangshuo in the Autumn?
Both Yangshuo and Da Nang are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Da Nang throughout the year.
In the autumn, Da Nang is a little warmer than Yangshuo. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Da Nang in October average around 25°C (78°F), and Yangshuo averages at about 23°C (73°F).
It's quite rainy in Da Nang. In October, Da Nang usually receives more rain than Yangshuo. Da Nang gets 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn. The rainy season in Da Nang is August to December.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDa Nang 25°C (78°F)Yangshuo 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Da Nang or Yangshuo in the Winter?
Both Yangshuo and Da Nang during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Da Nang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Da Nang is generally much warmer than Yangshuo. Daily temperatures in Da Nang average around 22°C (71°F), and Yangshuo fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Da Nang. Da Nang usually gets more rain in January than Yangshuo. Da Nang gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year. January to July is the dry season in Da Nang.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDa Nang 22°C (71°F)Yangshuo 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Da Nang or Yangshuo in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Da Nang and Yangshuo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Da Nang year-round.
Da Nang is a little warmer than Yangshuo in the spring. The daily temperature in Da Nang averages around 26°C (80°F) in April, and Yangshuo fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
Yangshuo receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Da Nang usually receives less rain than Yangshuo. Da Nang gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDa Nang 26°C (80°F)Yangshuo 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Yangshuo and Da Nang
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 22°C (71°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (80°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (85°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 331 mm (13 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 613 mm (24.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 24°C (76°F) | 376 mm (14.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 223 mm (8.8 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
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