Which place is cheaper, Chichibu-Tama-Kai or Guilin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Guilin or Chichibu-Tama-Kai?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Guilin and Chichibu-Tama-Kai can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Guilin or Chichibu-Tama-Kai?
Guilin
Guilin is a city in Southern China situated on the west bank of the Li River with Hunan to the north. Its name means, "Forest of Sweet Osmanthus," owing to the large number of fragrant Sweet Osmanthus trees located in the city. Products like tea, sugar, and wine, can be made from the tree and are found in many shops throughout Guilin. A popular tourist destination, the city is renowned for its scenery of karst topography with unique mountains jutting out of the urban landscape.
Chichibu-Tama-Kai
Located at the intersection of the Saitama, Yamanashi, Nagano, and Tokyo Prefectures, Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park is a national park in Japan webbed with hiking trails and many ancient shrines. Mount Mitake, Mount Mitsumine, and Mount Mito are just three of the eight peaks that tower above the park at over 2000 meters, while rivers sources flowing below include the Arakawa River, Shinano River, Tama River, and Fuefuki River (Fuji River).
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China, The Best Historical Tours in China, The Best 10-Day Tours in Japan, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGuilin $67Chichibu-Tama-Kai $69
The average daily cost (per person) in Guilin is $67, while the average daily cost in Chichibu-Tama-Kai is $69. 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 Guilin and Chichibu-Tama-Kai in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGuilin $34Chichibu-Tama-Kai $34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGuilin $68Chichibu-Tama-Kai $68
Compare Hotels in Guilin and Chichibu-Tama-Kai
Looking for a hotel in Guilin or Chichibu-Tama-Kai? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Guilin $5.76Chichibu-Tama-Kai $20
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Guilin
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Guilin are as follows:
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Taxi$2.76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guilin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guilin:
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Fenghuang and stops at Chengyang Dong Village: $267
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Fenghuang and stops at Longji rice terraces area: $267
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Zhaoxing and stops at Chengyang Dong Village: $197
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Zhaoxing and stops at Longji terraces: $168
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo/Guilin to Sanjiang and stops Longji Rice Terraces: $160
- Private Transfer: Guilin Airport to Yangshuo Hotel: $115
- Guilin Private Transfer in English-speaking Services: Airport to Hotel Roundtrip: $99
- Guilin Private Transfer (English-speaking) Between Guilin Hotels & Yangshuo: $93
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Guilin hotel: $92
- Private Transfer from Guilin hotel to Xingping hotel: $64
- Guilin Transfer Services: Airport,train station & hotel: $57
- Four Lakes Night Cruise with Round-trip Transfer: $57
Is it cheaper to fly into Guilin or Chichibu-Tama-Kai?
Prices for flights to both Chichibu-Tama-Kai and Guilin 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 dayGuilin $22Chichibu-Tama-Kai $24
Typical Food Prices in Guilin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Guilin:
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Fresh Coconut Drink$1.38
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guilin
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guilin.
- Half day Yangshuo Cooking lesson Small Group Tour: $62
- Full-Day Li-River with the 4 Star Luxury Boat VIP Room and Yangshuo Cooking Tour: $286
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Guilin $28Chichibu-Tama-Kai $7.13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Guilin
Here are a few typical costs in Guilin for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entrance to the Caves$17
Tours and Activities in Guilin
Here are a few actual costs in Guilin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2-Day Self-Guided Guilin Tour with 4 Star Boat, Yangshuo and Longji Terraces : $200
- Full-Day Guilin Li-River Cruise with 4 star boat and Reed Flute Cave Tour: $262
- Full-Day Yangshuo Sunrise and Li-River cruise with the 4 Star Boat Private Tour: $272
- Longji Rice Terraces Day Tour with the Ping'an and Dazhai Village: $209
- 1 Day Guilin to Yangshuo with top scenery & culture private tour : $79
- 1 Day Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo with Private Guide & Driver: $219
- 1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking: $169
- 1 Day Relaxing Li River Cruise Private Tour with the 4 Star Luxury Boat VIP Room: $251
- 1 Day Yangshuo Countryside Cycling and Yulong bamboo boat Private Tour: $94
- 1 Day Yangshuo Countryside Hiking along the Yulong river Private Tour: $103
- 1 Day Yangshuo private Day Tour with the Scooter: $105
- 1 day Guilin Li River Cruise and Yangshuo Countryside with Scooter Private Tour: $204
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGuilin $5.72Chichibu-Tama-Kai $8.30
When comparing the travel costs between Guilin and Chichibu-Tama-Kai, we can see that Chichibu-Tama-Kai is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Guilin Expensive? and Is Chichibu-Tama-Kai Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Guilin or Chichibu-Tama-Kai?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Guilin or Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the Summer?
Both Chichibu-Tama-Kai and Guilin during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the summer for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.
Guilin is a little warmer than Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the summer. The daily temperature in Guilin averages around 30°C (86°F) in July, and Chichibu-Tama-Kai fluctuates around 25°C (78°F).
Chichibu-Tama-Kai gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Guilin. Guilin usually gets more rain in July than Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Guilin gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Chichibu-Tama-Kai receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGuilin 30°C (86°F)Chichibu-Tama-Kai 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Guilin or Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Guilin and Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Also, most visitors come to Chichibu-Tama-Kai for the hiking trails and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Guilin is a little warmer than Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Guilin in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Chichibu-Tama-Kai averages at about 17°C (62°F).
Chichibu-Tama-Kai receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Guilin usually receives less rain than Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Guilin gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Chichibu-Tama-Kai receives 116 mm (4.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGuilin 23°C (73°F)Chichibu-Tama-Kai 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Guilin or Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Guilin as well as Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Chichibu-Tama-Kai because of the museums and the cuisine.
The weather in Chichibu-Tama-Kai can be very cold. In January, Guilin is generally much warmer than Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Daily temperatures in Guilin average around 10°C (49°F), and Chichibu-Tama-Kai fluctuates around 4°C (39°F).
Guilin usually gets more rain in January than Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Guilin gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Chichibu-Tama-Kai receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGuilin 10°C (49°F)Chichibu-Tama-Kai 4°C (39°F)
Should I visit Guilin or Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the Spring?
Both Chichibu-Tama-Kai and Guilin are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the natural beauty are the main draw to Chichibu-Tama-Kai this time of year.
Guilin is much warmer than Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the spring. The daily temperature in Guilin averages around 20°C (68°F) in April, and Chichibu-Tama-Kai fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
It's quite rainy in Guilin. In April, Guilin usually receives more rain than Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Guilin gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Chichibu-Tama-Kai receives 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGuilin 20°C (68°F)Chichibu-Tama-Kai 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Chichibu-Tama-Kai and Guilin
| Guilin | Chichibu-Tama-Kai | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 177 mm (7 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
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.