Which place is cheaper, Hanoi or Deqin?
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 Deqin or Hanoi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Deqin and Hanoi. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Deqin or Hanoi?
Deqin
Highly influenced by Tibet, Deqin is both a county and a town located in the Hengduanshan Mountains of China's Yunnan province. Most people visit the area as a home base from which to hike into the surrounding mountains, though the temples and traditional villages also add to the allure of the area.
Hanoi
Hanoi is the chaotic capital of Vietnam, and it serves as a great introduction to the country for many travelers. It's the second largest city in the country after Saigon and is an interesting combination of East meets West. There's traditional Vietnamese culture with subtle influences brought by the French. The city continues to grow and change rapidly and it's easy to get lost amidst the chaos.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, The Best Cultural Tours in China, The Best Adventure Tours to Vietnam, and The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam.
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Deqin Prices
China PricesHanoi Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDeqin $81Hanoi $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Deqin is $81, while the average daily cost in Hanoi 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 Deqin and Hanoi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDeqin $38Hanoi $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDeqin $76Hanoi $50
Compare Hotels in Deqin and Hanoi
Looking for a hotel in Deqin or Hanoi? 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: Hanoi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Deqin $20Hanoi $6.60
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hanoi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Hanoi:
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Taxi to Bus Station$1.15
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Shuttle Bus From Airport (for Two)$3.06
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Local Bus Ride (for Two)$0.38
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Short Taxi Ride$1.30
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Short Motorbike Ride (10 Minutes)$0.77
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hanoi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hanoi:
- 1 Day Halong Bay Tour on Alova Cruise with Transfer & Lunch: $63
- 1 Day Halong Cruise Tour with Transfer and early return to Hanoi: $43
- 1 Day Tour to Halong Bay Cruise from 3 - 5 star Cruise & Transfer: $41
- 2 Days 1 night Ba Be Lake BEST ADVENTURE: transfer,homestay,boat,kayak,swim,cave: $153
- 2-Day 1-Night Halong Bay Luxury Cruise with Hanoi Transfer: $218
- 2-Day Adenture Pu Luong Motorbike Tour with Transfer from HANOI: $125
- 2-Day Halong Bay & Ninh Binh Tour With Transfer - Best Seller: $120
- 2-Day Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Ha Long Bay With Transfer: $190
- 2-Day In Halong Bay Cruise With Transfer From Hanoi: $200
- 2-Day Sapa Package Tours & Limousine Transfer: $150
- 2-day Ha Long Bay Cruise included Transfer, Kayking and Swimming: $180
- 25 Minutes Scenic Halong Seaplane from Hanoi Transfer Expressway: $280
Is it cheaper to fly into Deqin or Hanoi?
Prices for flights to both Hanoi and Deqin 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 dayDeqin $29Hanoi $23
Typical Food Prices in Hanoi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hanoi:
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High End Dinner (for Two)$11
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$4.21
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Bowl of Pho$0.77
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Italian Dinner (for Food)$5.93
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hanoi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hanoi.
- Private Hanoi Old Quarter Street Food Tour with Student Guide: $1.89
- Private Hanoi Cycling Sightseeing & Street Food Tour By Bike: $1.89
- (Group/Individual) HANOI STREET FOOD TOUR: $5.13
- Ninh Binh Hoa Lu Night Show, Dinner and Cruise from Tam Coc: $17
- Hanoi Walking Street Food Tour with Train-Street Visit: $18
- Hanoi Cooking Class: Pho/Bun Cha/Banh Xeo...+Free Egg/Salt Coffee: $19
- Hanoi local street food tour: $20
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with egg coffee making: $20
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Train Street Visit: $20
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: Hidden Local Eats & Full Meal Experience: $20
- Walking food tour & Train Street visit small group: $22
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: $23
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Deqin $14Hanoi $8.15
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hanoi
Here are a few typical costs in Hanoi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Puppet Theater$1.53
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The Hanoi Hilton Entrance$1.53
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National History Museum$1.53
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Puppet Theater Ticket$2.68
Tours and Activities in Hanoi
Here are a few actual costs in Hanoi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Hanoi Old Quarter City Sightseeing Cycling Private Tour By Cyclo: $1.81
- Private Hanoi City Sightseeing Shore Excursion From Halong Port: $1.89
- Sapa Herbal Incense Handicrafts Making Workshop Tour From Sapa: $1.89
- Ninh Binh Tour: Trang An, Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Bai Dinh Pagoda: $1.89
- From Sapa Trek, Cat Cat Village & Fansipan Summit Tour: $1.89
- Hanoi Old Quarter Sightseeing Tour by Traditional Cyclo Rickshaw: $1.89
- Ha Giang Loop Motorbike Adventure with Easy Rider, Round-Trip Bus: $1.89
- 2-Day Ninh Binh Adventure: Trang An, Tam Coc, Hoa Lu & Mua Cave: $1.89
- 2-Day Mai Chau & Pu Luong Tour with Trekking & Bamboo Rafting: $1.89
- Hanoi Quang Phu Cau Incense Village Tour With Coffee Train Street: $1.89
- Hanoi City Private Tour With Street Food Experience & Aquarium: $1.89
- Hanoi City Cycling Tour: West Lake, Old Quarter & Cultural Sights: $1.89
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDeqin $12Hanoi $7.38
Sample the Local Flavors in Hanoi
Also in Hanoi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Hanoi Night Bar Crawl with Local Guide & Free Shots: $45
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Deqin and Hanoi, we can see that Deqin is more expensive. And not only is Hanoi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hanoi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hanoi 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 Deqin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Deqin than you might in Hanoi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Deqin Expensive? and Is Hanoi Expensive?.
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.