Which place is cheaper, Yangshuo or Delhi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Delhi or Yangshuo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Yangshuo, 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: Delhi or Yangshuo?
Delhi
Delhi is the largest city in northern India and is officially the country's capital. The city has a population of 11 million with the metropolitan population reaching over 16 million. The city is similar in landscape to the rest of its surrounding area. It is very flat with the river Yamuna flowing on the eastern side of the city. The Aravalii Hills are in the western portion of the city. The city's history dates back to the 6th century BC and it has served as a capital for various kingdoms and empires.
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 Food and Culinary Tours in India, The Best Photography Tours in India, The Best Budget Tours to China, and The Best Tours for Seniors to China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDelhi $44Yangshuo $73
The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $44, while the average daily cost in Yangshuo is $73. 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 Delhi and Yangshuo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDelhi $23Yangshuo $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDelhi $46Yangshuo $52
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Yangshuo
Looking for a hotel in Delhi 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: Delhi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Delhi $5.25Yangshuo $43
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Delhi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Delhi:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.12
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Taxi to Airport$1.90
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Subway$0.38
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Uber Cab$0.95
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Delhi Metro Smart Card$1.79
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Auto-rickshaw$1.19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:
- 3-Days Delhi and Varanasi Tour by Express Train.Includes,Hotel Transfers.: $275
- 3-Days Amritsar tour from Delhi Includes Hotel,Train tickets & Transfers: $200
- Private Transfer: Delhi to Corbett National Park with Brunch: $199
- 3-days Jaipur,Delhi Tour by Fast Train includes,Train tickets,Hotel & Transfers: $190
- A Delectable Meal At The Great Kebab Factory with Private Transfer: $172
- From Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Trip with Transfers: $169
- Private Transfer Delhi to Amritsar: $150
- Private Transfer New Delhi To Shimla : $150
- Private Transfer: Delhi to Agra via Vrindavan & Mathura: $145
- One-Way Private Transfer From Delhi To Pushkar: $144
- Indira Gandhi Airport(DEL) to Delhi - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $141
- One Way Private Transfer Delhi to Agra Including Guided Tour: $112
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangshuo
Also for Yangshuo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Impression Liu Sanjie - Ticket Booking (including Round-trip Transfer): $75
- Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin Train Stations: $49
- Private Impression Sanjie Liu Evening Show with Hotel Transfer: $88
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Longsheng hotel: $107
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Yangshuo hotel: $21
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Guilin hotel: $37
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Longsheng hotel: $85
- Private Yangshuo Transfer from Hotel to Longji terraces Hotel: $96
- Yangshuo Rock Climbing with Hotel Transfer (3 hours): $69
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Xingping hotel: $67
Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Yangshuo?
Prices for flights to both Yangshuo and Delhi 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 dayDelhi $12Yangshuo $19
Typical Food Prices in Delhi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Delhi:
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McDonalds$3.49
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Delhi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Delhi.
- Appetizing virtual cooking class from Delhi: $20
- Old Delhi Food Tour with local, A must for Indian culinary lover!: $21
- Online: Indian Food Cooking Class: $33
- Old Delhi Heritage Sightseeing | Walking Tour | Street Food Tour: $34
- Indian Cooking and Dining experience. : $37
- Food Tour to Old Delhi with a Local: $38
- Vegetarian : Private Cooking Class in Delhi: $44
- Delhi by Evening Tour by Private Air-Condition vehicle includes Dinner. : $45
- Delhi Kabul Cooking Class: $47
- Culinary Delights Of Delhi Half Day Food Tour: $48
- Indian Cooking Class in Authentic Indian Home - (Learn 6 Things): $54
- Delhi Food Tour - Food included: $55
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yangshuo
For Yangshuo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Full-day Cultural Experience: Taichi, Cooking & Painting Lessons: $100
- Yangshuo Full Day Tour: Cooking class, River boat, Light Show: $259
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Delhi $13Yangshuo $24
Typical Entertainment Prices in Delhi
Here are a few typical costs in Delhi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Red Fort$10
Tours and Activities in Delhi
Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2-Day Agra Taj Mahal Overnight Tour from Delhi: $199
- 3 Days Golden Triangle Tour from Delhi: $299
- 3 Days Private Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and Triangle Tour : $147
- 6 Hours: Delhi Temples and Spiritual Sites Tour: $45
- Agra Overnight Tour by Car from Delhi: $300
- All Inclusive Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Baby Taj Tour From Delhi : $40
- All Inclusive: Same day Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi : $50
- Bharatpur Birding adventure from Delhi: $159
- Delhi Agra Jaipur 3 Days Golden Triangle Tour From New Delhi: $36
- Delhi Evening City Tour with Guide: $53
- Delhi Local tour with Agra, 2 Days Tour (All inclusive) : $40
- Delhi's historical 7 hours experience tour : $25
Tours and Activities in Yangshuo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Yangshuo.
- Impression Sanjie Liu Show Ticket: $45
- Yangshuo Impression Liusanjie Show Ticket: $45
- Impression Liusanjie Show Ticket: $48
- Yangshuo Ruyi peak & round way cable car ticket: $55
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata Ticket: $56
- Half/Full-Day Yangshuo Countryside Moderate Cycling and Sightseeing Private Tour: $60
- Qixianfeng Tea Plantation Tour in Yangshuo: $79
- 1 Day - Yangshuo Bike Tour: $80
- Gullin: Li River Cruise with Pickup and Yangshuo: $81
- Xingping Parasailing Experience Ticket: $89
- Yangshuo Parasailing Experience Ticket: $89
- Yangshuo Classic Private Day Tour: $106
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDelhi $8.63Yangshuo $34
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Yangshuo, we can see that Yangshuo is more expensive. And not only is Delhi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Delhi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Delhi 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 Delhi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Delhi Expensive? and Is Yangshuo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Delhi or Yangshuo?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Yangshuo. When comparing the sizes of Delhi 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 Delhi or Yangshuo?
Yangshuo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Delhi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Delhi or Yangshuo in the Summer?
Both Yangshuo and Delhi during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Delhi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's very hot in Delhi this time of the year. Delhi is around the same temperature as Yangshuo in the summer. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 31°C (88°F) in July, and Yangshuo fluctuates around 30°C (86°F).
Yangshuo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Delhi. Delhi usually gets less rain in July than Yangshuo. Delhi gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDelhi 31°C (88°F)Yangshuo 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Yangshuo in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Delhi and Yangshuo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round.
In the autumn, Delhi is a little warmer than Yangshuo. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Delhi in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Yangshuo averages at about 23°C (73°F).
In October, Delhi usually receives less rain than Yangshuo. Delhi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDelhi 26°C (79°F)Yangshuo 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Yangshuo in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Delhi as well as Yangshuo. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Delhi is generally much warmer than Yangshuo. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 15°C (59°F), and Yangshuo fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
Delhi usually gets less rain in January than Yangshuo. Delhi gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDelhi 15°C (59°F)Yangshuo 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Yangshuo in the Spring?
Both Yangshuo and Delhi are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year.
Delhi is a little warmer than Yangshuo in the spring. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Yangshuo fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Yangshuo. In April, Delhi usually receives less rain than Yangshuo. Delhi gets 40 mm (1.6 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 AprilDelhi 29°C (84°F)Yangshuo 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Yangshuo and Delhi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) |
| May | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) |
| Jun | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) |
| Jul | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
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