Which place is cheaper, Hobart or Deqin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Deqin or Hobart?
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 Hobart. 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 Hobart?
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.
Hobart
Hobart is the capital city of the Australian island state of Tasmania. It is small compared to the mainland's larger cities and has a cooler climate with four distinct seasons. Hobart is also the second oldest capital, behind Sydney, with remnants of its past visible in old sandstone warehouses now home to cafes and galleries, as well as a historic district with narrow lanes and colonial-era cottages.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, The Best Cultural Tours in China, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Australia, and The Best Contiki Tours to Australia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDeqin $65Hobart $141
The average daily cost (per person) in Deqin is $65, while the average daily cost in Hobart is $141. 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 Hobart in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDeqin $36Hobart $80
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDeqin $72Hobart $160
Compare Hotels in Deqin and Hobart
Looking for a hotel in Deqin or Hobart? 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: Hobart Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Deqin $19Hobart $29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hobart
Also for Hobart, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Grand Cayman Shared Airport Transfer: $22
- Hobart Airport: Express Bus Transfer to Hobart City: $13
- Hobart to Hobart Int Airport (HBA) - Departure Private Transfer: $45
- Port Arthur Return Transfer, mimimum 4 passengers : $230
- Private Transfer from Hobart City Hotels to Hobart Cruise Port: $30
- Private Transfer from Hobart Cruise Port to Hobart Airport (HBA): $30
- Private Transfer from Hobart Cruise Port to Hobart city hotels: $30
Is it cheaper to fly into Deqin or Hobart?
Prices for flights to both Hobart 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 $16Hobart $30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hobart
For Hobart, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hobart Half Day Wine and Food Tour: $125
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Deqin $13Hobart $24
Tours and Activities in Hobart
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hobart.
- Hobart Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Explore Wonderful Self-Guided Audio Tour: $16
- Cascade Historic Tour: $17
- Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart: $20
- Admission Ticket to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary: $23
- Art and History Trail Walking Tour in Tasmania: $27
- 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket: $27
- kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus- Return Tour (2.5 hours): $28
- Hobart Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour: $28
- 48 Hour Hobart City Hop-On Hop-Off Tour: $34
- Mount Wellington Pinnacle 2 Hours Small Group Tour: $35
- Port Arthur Shuttle and Tasman Sights Tour: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDeqin $11Hobart $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Hobart
Also in Hobart, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Cascade Brewery Historic Tour: $17
- Cascade Brewery Experience: $24
- Winery, Distillery and Brewery - Guided Tasting Tour: $133
- Tasmanian Premium Wine Tour with Tasmanian Cheese Platter: $146
- Signature Wine Tour - Hobart & SE Tasmania: $150
- Signature Wine Tour - Hobart & SE Tasmania: $153
- From Drink Tasmania Whisky Distillery Tour: $203
- Tasmanian Whisky Distillery Tour: $209
- Coal Valley Tour with lunch, gin and wine tastings: $227
- Distillery Tours, Thirty Tastings, Cheese & Lunch: $238
- Tassie Distillery Tour - Up to 30 tastings Lunch and morning tea : $244
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Deqin and Hobart, we can see that Hobart is more expensive. And not only is Deqin much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Deqin is in Asia and Hobart is in Pacific, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. 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 Hobart would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hobart 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 Hobart 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.