Which place is cheaper, Nagano or Deqin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Deqin or Nagano?
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 Nagano. 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 Nagano?
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.
Nagano
Nagano city and its surrounding prefecture of Japan is a temple region built around Zenkoji, a 7th century Buddhist temple that overlooks the city. Nagano was also home to the Winter Olympic Games in 1998, with some facilities still existing around town. And then there is the forested mountain Togakushi area to the northwest, which is another draw of Nagano, known for its shrines and status as the home of the Togakure Ninja School.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, The Best Cultural Tours in China, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Japan, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDeqin $65Nagano $97
The average daily cost (per person) in Deqin is $65, while the average daily cost in Nagano is $97. 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 Nagano in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDeqin $36Nagano $65
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDeqin $72Nagano $130
Compare Hotels in Deqin and Nagano
Looking for a hotel in Deqin or Nagano? 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: Nagano Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Deqin $19Nagano $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nagano
Also for Nagano, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Between Station & Snow Monkey Park: $691
Is it cheaper to fly into Deqin or Nagano?
Prices for flights to both Nagano 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 $16Nagano $24
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Deqin $13Nagano $8.79
Tours and Activities in Nagano
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Nagano.
- Welcome to Private Tour with a Local: $55
- Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour: $59
- Food & Cultural Walking Tour around Zenkoji temple in Nagano: $93
- Izakaya Food Night Tour in Nagano: $111
- Matsushiro Samurai Town Walking Tour: $118
- Half Day Private Tour! From Nagano to [Zenkoji Temple]: $120
- 1-Day Snow Monkey & Cherry Blossom Tour in Spring: $141
- 1 Day Tour: Snow Monkeys & Snow Fun in Shiga Kogen: $173
- Full-Day Tour: Matsumoto Castle & Kamikochi Alpine Valley: $188
- November 23: Ebisu-ko Fireworks & Snow Monkey Tour: $228
- Tateyama-Kurobe Guided Walking Tour: $242
- Tokyo: Luxury Snow Monkey Park Private Tour In Land Cruiser: $444
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDeqin $11Nagano -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Deqin and Nagano, we can see that Nagano 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 Nagano would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nagano 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 Nagano 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.