Which place is cheaper, Yangshuo or Eilat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Eilat or Yangshuo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Eilat or Yangshuo? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Eilat or Yangshuo?
Eilat
Eilat serves as the gateway to Israel from Egypt. It's located at the southern tip of the country and sits on the Red Sea with views of the Gulf of Aqaba. It's location in the Negev Desert along the beautiful coast make it appealing to both domestic and international vacationers.
Eilat is a resort town with many dive shops and snorkeling opportunities. The population of about 50,000 can easily be overshadowed by vacationers. With no shortage of sun, entertainment, bars, and partying, you will find both Israeli and international tourists looking for an oasis of fun and relaxation.
Although the area's coral reefs were being damaged by overuse, the removal of contraversial fish cages in 2008 has led to a slow recovery and an improvement in the quality of diving and snorkeling in the area. There are also less crowds than you will find in Sharm el-Sheikh or Dahab, Egypt.
Eilat has a hot desert climate. The summers are hot and dry and the winters are warm and dry. Temperatures in the winter can range from 52 to 73 degrees Fahrenheit and summer temperatures are usually between 79 and 104 degrees Fahrenheit.
Yangshuo
A county of the city, Guilin, Yangshuo is located in a region famous for its karst topography. Surrounded by jagged mountain peaks and bordered on one side by the Li River, Yangshuo has become a popular home base for tourists looking to explore the region's natural wonders. Backpackers and tourists, both foreign and domestic, come to Yangshuo every year making it a city of many cultures. Most locals are even able to speak English, which is fairly uncommon for Chinese cities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Israel, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Israel, The Best Budget Tours to China, and The Best Tours for Seniors to China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEilat $140Yangshuo $72
The average daily cost (per person) in Eilat is $140, while the average daily cost in Yangshuo is $72. 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 Eilat and Yangshuo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEilat $93Yangshuo $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEilat $186Yangshuo $50
Compare Hotels in Eilat and Yangshuo
Looking for a hotel in Eilat or Yangshuo? 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: Eilat Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Eilat $13Yangshuo $42
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Eilat
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Eilat:
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Local Bus$3.71
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Eilat
Also for Eilat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Jerusalem: One-Way Shuttle Transfer to Eilat: $90
- Private Transfer From Ramon airport Eilat to Eilat Hotels or Arava Border : $70
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangshuo
Also for Yangshuo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Yangshuo Transfer from Hotel to Longji terraces Hotel: $96
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Xingping hotel: $21
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Longsheng hotel: $85
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Guilin hotel: $37
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Yangshuo hotel: $21
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Longsheng hotel: $107
- Private Impression Sanjie Liu Evening Show with Hotel Transfer: $88
- Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin Train Stations: $49
- Impression Liu Sanjie - Ticket Booking (including Round-trip Transfer): $75
- Guilin Private Transfer in English-speaking Services: Between Airport & Yangshuo: $106
Is it cheaper to fly into Eilat or Yangshuo?
Prices for flights to both Yangshuo and Eilat 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 dayEilat $35Yangshuo $19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yangshuo
For Yangshuo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3-Hour Yangshuo Cooking Class with Yangshuo Town Shopping: $138
- Yangshuo Full Day Tour: Cooking class, River boat, Light Show: $259
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Eilat $16Yangshuo $23
Tours and Activities in Eilat
For Eilat, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1 Day Tour to Petra From Eilat: $217
- 2 day tour to Petra from Eilat: $299
- Day Tour to Petra from Eilat: $219
- From Timna Park Guided Jeep Tour: $64
- Full Day Petra Tour from Eilat: $289
- Full-Day Tour of Petra from Eilat: $199
- Glass Bottom Boat Cruise in Eilat: $30
- Jeep tour adventure Eilat mountains: $55
- Park Timna: Small Group Photo Tour: $130
- Petra 1-Day Tour from Eilat + FREE Traditional Lunch: $199
- Petra 2-Day Tour from Eilat + FREE Authentic Lunch: $290
- Petra and Wadi Rum 2 day tour from Eilat: $299
Tours and Activities in Yangshuo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Yangshuo.
- Yangshuo Helicopter Tour from Yangshuo hotel: $149
- 1 Day - Yangshuo Bike Tour: $80
- 1-Day Guilin City Tour and Ends of Longji Rice Terraces from Yangshuo: $218
- 1-Day Guilin City Tour with the Daxu Town and Yao Mountain from Yangshuo: $187
- 1-Day Longji Rice Terraces hiking tour from Guilin/Yangshuo hotel: $188
- 2 Day - Longji Rice Terraces - Sunrise Hiking Tour: $280
- All Inclusive Private Hiking Tour in Yangshuo: $84
- Full-day Tour: Longji Rice Terraces & Minority Villages: $146
- Full/Half-Day Yangshuo Xianggong Hill Sunrise Private Tour: $136
- Guilin Highlight Sightseeing Private Day City Tour: $139
- Guilin Tea plantation and Longji Rice Terraces Day Tour from Xingping hotel: $181
- Guilin Yangshuo Day tour from Guangzhou by Round Way Bullet Train: $212
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEilat $27Yangshuo $33
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Eilat and Yangshuo, we can see that Eilat is more expensive. And not only is Yangshuo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Eilat is in Middle East and Yangshuo is in Asia, 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 Yangshuo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Yangshuo 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 Eilat would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Eilat than you might in Yangshuo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Eilat Expensive? and Is Yangshuo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Eilat or Yangshuo?
Yangshuo has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Eilat. When comparing the sizes of Eilat and Yangshuo, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit Eilat or Yangshuo?
Yangshuo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Eilat experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Eilat or Yangshuo in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Eilat and Yangshuo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Eilat year-round.
Eilat can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Eilat is generally around the same temperature as Yangshuo. Daily temperatures in Eilat average around 33°C (91°F), and Yangshuo fluctuates around 30°C (86°F).
Yangshuo receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Eilat usually receives less rain than Yangshuo. Eilat gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEilat 33°C (91°F)Yangshuo 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Eilat or Yangshuo in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Eilat as well as Yangshuo. Eilat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Eilat is a little warmer than Yangshuo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Eilat averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Yangshuo fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Eilat usually gets less rain in October than Yangshuo. Eilat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEilat 26°C (79°F)Yangshuo 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Eilat or Yangshuo in the Winter?
Both Yangshuo and Eilat are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Eilat throughout the year.
In the winter, Eilat is a little warmer than Yangshuo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Eilat in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Yangshuo averages at about 10°C (49°F).
In January, Eilat usually receives less rain than Yangshuo. Eilat gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEilat 14°C (57°F)Yangshuo 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Eilat or Yangshuo in the Spring?
Both Yangshuo and Eilat during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Eilat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Eilat is generally a little warmer than Yangshuo. Daily temperatures in Eilat average around 24°C (75°F), and Yangshuo fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
Yangshuo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Eilat usually gets less rain in April than Yangshuo. Eilat gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEilat 24°C (75°F)Yangshuo 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Yangshuo and Eilat
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
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