Which place is cheaper, Hiroshima or Deqin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Deqin or Hiroshima?
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 Hiroshima. 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 Hiroshima?
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.
Hiroshima
Hiroshima is positioned on the coast of the Seto Inland Sea and is an industrial city made up of many zigzagging rivers and wide boulevard streets. Today Hiroshima is a modern and vibrant city with great food and an energetic nightlife, but the image that remains in most visitor's minds is the Hiroshima of 1945 when it became the horrific sight of the first atomic bomb attack. Hiroshima shares the colorful neon atmosphere of other major Japanese cities and its hard to recognize the city immortalized all those years ago on that fateful day.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, The Best Cultural Tours in China, The Best Contiki Tours to Japan, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDeqin $65Hiroshima $108
The average daily cost (per person) in Deqin is $65, while the average daily cost in Hiroshima is $108. 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 Hiroshima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDeqin $36Hiroshima $69
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDeqin $72Hiroshima $138
Compare Hotels in Deqin and Hiroshima
Looking for a hotel in Deqin or Hiroshima? 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: Hiroshima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Deqin $19Hiroshima $10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hiroshima
Also for Hiroshima, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Hiroshima Airport to/from Hiroshima City Private Transfer: $175
- Hiroshima port Shore excursion Private transfer: $503
- Iwakuni Airport to/from Hiroshima City Private Transfer: $243
- Private Transfer from Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) to Hiroshima Port: $55
- Private Transfer from Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) to Hiroshima Port: $60
- Private Transfer from Hiroshima Port to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ): $55
- Private Transfer from Hiroshima Port to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ): $60
Is it cheaper to fly into Deqin or Hiroshima?
Prices for flights to both Hiroshima 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 $16Hiroshima $31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hiroshima
For Hiroshima, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Food and Culture Guided Walking Tour with Dinner: $82
- Bar Hopping Food Tour: $84
- Home Made Onigiri and Matcha Cooking Class: $86
- Hiroshima Bar Hopping Food Tour: $98
- Dinner Cruise on HANAIKADA (Raft-Type Boat) with Scenic View of Miyajima: $101
- Private Japanese Cooking Class in Hiroshima with a Local Family: $102
- Best of Hiroshima Food Tour: $163
- Hiroshima Food Tour with a Local Foodie, 100% Personalised & Private: $288
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Deqin $13Hiroshima $5.81
Tours and Activities in Hiroshima
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hiroshima.
- Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea): $6.72
- HIROSHIMA ORIZURU TOWER Admission Ticket: $15
- Orizuru Tower Admission Ticket in Hiroshima: $26
- Kumano Brush Factory Tour and Brush-Making Experience: $27
- Mihara Goshushi Tour-Walking around the castle town Mihara-: $28
- Tea Ceremony Experience near Atomic Bomb Dome: $34
- Tea Ceremony Experience near Atomic Bomb Dome in Hiroshima: $34
- Sunset Walking Tour at Peace Park, Hiroshima: $34
- Kyudo Traditional Japanese Archery Experience in Hiroshima: $36
- Hiroshima Historical Walking Tour - Why A-Bomb was Dropped: $37
- Tea Ceremony Experience: $45
- Hiroshima Walking Tour Why A Bomb was dropped to Hiroshima : $45
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDeqin $11Hiroshima $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Hiroshima
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Hiroshima:
- HIROSHIMA Pub Crawl: $34
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Deqin and Hiroshima, we can see that Hiroshima is more expensive. And not only is Deqin much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Deqin would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Deqin 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 Hiroshima would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hiroshima than you might in Deqin.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Deqin Expensive? and Is Hiroshima 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.