Which place is cheaper, Nara 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 Nara?
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 Nara. 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 Nara?
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.
Nara
As Japan's first capital, Nara offers a world of tradition and culture second only to the city of Kyoto. It is home to eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites, which are largely concentrated in the area of Nara Park. Here, it is also common to see many deer wandering freely amongst the temples and shrines.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, The Best Cultural Tours in China, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Japan, and The Best Cultural Tours in Japan.
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Deqin Prices
China PricesNara Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDeqin $80Nara $103
The average daily cost (per person) in Deqin is $80, while the average daily cost in Nara is $103. 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 Nara in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDeqin $38Nara $50
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDeqin $76Nara $100
Compare Hotels in Deqin and Nara
Looking for a hotel in Deqin or Nara? 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: Nara Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Deqin $19Nara $5.61
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nara:
- City-to-City Transfer, from Nara to Each City in Kansai: $201
- Kansai Airport (KIX): Private Transfer To/From Nara City Hotels: $172
- Nara/Kobe ⇆ Osaka or Kansai Airport (KIX) Private Transfer: $98
Is it cheaper to fly into Deqin or Nara?
Prices for flights to both Nara 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 $29Nara $47
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nara
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nara.
- Authentic Onigiri Cooking Class & Meal in a Local Home: $50
- Udon and Tempura Cooking Class in Nara: $61
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Deqin $13Nara $7.51
Tours and Activities in Nara
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nara are as follows:
- Nara Art Clock Making Workshop Experience: $26
- Nara Station Bamboo Lantern Craft Experience: $26
- Nara Craft Tours - local Craft beers tour experience in Nara City: $26
- If it's a matter of fact, it's a matter of doing Project Fauci's sumi culture experience.: $29
- Nara Highlights Private Walking Tour with Local Guide: $41
- All must-sees in 3 hours - Nara Park Classic Tour! From JR Nara!: $41
- Book for 4 or more! “Sushi Experience Course” in Nara: $42
- Hand Made Udon Noodle Experience Class in Nara: $49
- Nara Deer, Great Buddha & Traditional Mochi Experience: $51
- Nara Highlight Walking Tour with Furoshiki Experience with Lunch: $51
- Perfect Nara Park Half-Day Bus Tour with English Speaking Guide: $64
- Uji Walking Tour World Heritage Temple and Matcha Custom Made: $64
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDeqin $12Nara $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Nara
Also in Nara, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Nara Afternoon Sake Brewery Tour (Tastings Included): $108
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Deqin and Nara, we can see that Nara 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 Nara would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nara 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 Nara 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.