Which place is cheaper, Noosa Heads or Guilin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Guilin or Noosa Heads?
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 Noosa Heads can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Guilin or Noosa Heads?
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.
Noosa Heads
A town and suburb located on Queensland, Australia's Sunshine Coast, Noosa is best known as a destination of pleasant weather, beautiful beachside scenery, shopping, dining, and outdoor adventure. Some of the top attractions of the area include Noosa National Park and Sunshine Beach.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China, The Best Historical Tours in China, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Australia, and The Best Walking Tours in Australia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGuilin $69Noosa Heads $116
The average daily cost (per person) in Guilin is $69, while the average daily cost in Noosa Heads is $116. 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 Noosa Heads in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGuilin $35Noosa Heads $61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGuilin $70Noosa Heads $122
Compare Hotels in Guilin and Noosa Heads
Looking for a hotel in Guilin or Noosa Heads? 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: Noosa Heads Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Guilin $5.92Noosa Heads $18
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Guilin
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Guilin are as follows:
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Taxi$2.84
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guilin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guilin:
- Private Transfer from Zhangjiajie to Guilin: $391
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Zhangjiajie: $391
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Fenghuang and stops at Longji rice terraces area: $267
- Private Transfer: Guilin to/from Zhangjiajie/Fenghuang: $256
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Zhaoxing and stops at Chengyang Dong Village: $197
- Private Transfer from Haikou (HAK) airport to/from Sanya hotel: $120
- Private Transfer: Guilin Airport to Yangshuo Hotel: $115
- Live Show of Impression Liu San Jie including the Transfer Services: $102
- Private Transfer from Guilin hotel to Longsheng hotel: $80
- Haikou Meilan Airport Chauffeur Service, Haikou Airport Transfer, Pick up: $75
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Chauffeur Service , to Dongguan Transfer: $71
- Private Transfer from Guilin hotel to Xingping hotel: $64
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Noosa Heads
Also for Noosa Heads, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Australia Zoo Transfer from Noosa and Sunshine Coast: $81
- Eumundi Markets Bus Transfer from Noosa, Noosaville & Mooloolaba: $33
- Eumundi Markets Bus Transfer: Mooloolaba Sunshine Coast& Noosa : $33
- Premium Airport/ Cruise Terminal Transfers: $243
- Private Morning Transfer From Noosa to Rainbow Beach: $92
- Private Transfer from Sunshine Coast Airport to Hotels 11 pax: $226
- Private Transfer from Sunshine Coast Airport to Hotels 13 pax: $233
- Private Transfer to or from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY): $110
- Private Transfers from Sunshine Coast Airport to Noosa (2pax): $99
- Private Transfers from Sunshine Coast Airport to Noosa (6pax): $120
- Private Transfers from Sunshine Coast Airport to Noosa (8pax): $133
Is it cheaper to fly into Guilin or Noosa Heads?
Prices for flights to both Noosa Heads 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 $23Noosa Heads $35
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$1.42
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Noosa Heads
For Noosa Heads, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Australian Food Cooking Class: $83
- Cooking Classes on Witta Maleny Sunshine Coast: $123
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Guilin $28Noosa Heads $42
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:
- Full-Day Guilin Li-River Cruise with 4 star boat and Reed Flute Cave Tour: $262
- 1 Day Guilin to Yangshuo with top scenery & culture private tour : $120
- 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 Yangshuo private Day Tour with the Scooter: $105
- 1 day Guilin Li River Cruise and Yangshuo Countryside with Scooter Private Tour: $204
- 1 day Li River cruise & Yangshuo countryside private day tour : $120
- 1-DAY Private Longji Rice Terraces and Minority Villages Tour: $70
- 1-DAy Private Guilin -Li River Cruise-Yangshuo Highlights tour: $70
- 1-Day Guilin Tour to Reed Flute Cave, Xianggong Hill, Bamboo Boat and Night Show: $89
- 1-Day Longji Terrace Fields-Dazhai village Tour with the English Speaking Driver: $79
- 1-Day Longji Terrace Fields-Pingan village Tour with the English Speaking Driver: $79
Typical Entertainment Prices in Noosa Heads
For Noosa Heads, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Surf Lesson$45
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Sea Kayak Tour (for 2)$89
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Sunset Cruise (for 2)$14
Tours and Activities in Noosa Heads
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Noosa Heads.
- Paintball extreme fun, excitement and all out adrenaline pumping experience: $20
- 1 Hour Tour Mooloolaba Sunset Cruise: $24
- The Original 1-Hour Mooloolaba Canal Cruise: $24
- SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium Entrance Ticket: $26
- Maleny Botanic Gardens Bird Aviary Experience Ticket: $29
- Sunset Cruise Mooloolaba: $31
- Aquaduck Sunshine Coast - 1hr Mooloolaba Amphibious Tour: $34
- The Ginger Factory Play, Taste & Discover Bundle Experience: $36
- Noosa National Park Scenic Adventure Boat Tour on Whalesongs: $41
- Seafood Lunch Cruise: $44
- Sunset Tour with Live Music: $51
- Bushtucker Cruise: $51
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGuilin $5.88Noosa Heads $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Noosa Heads
Also in Noosa Heads, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Eumundi Market and Distillery Experience Market Days Wednesday & Saturday: $96
- Sunshine Coast Brewery Tour with Lunch: $168
- Hinterland Cheese & Wine Tasting Tour - with 2 course lunch included: $188
- Noosa Hinterland Tour with Gourmet Lunch, Wine Tasting & Everglades Lake: $198
- Sunshine Coast Private Gourmet Food and Wine Tour: $246
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Guilin and Noosa Heads, we can see that Noosa Heads is more expensive. And not only is Guilin much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Guilin is in Asia and Noosa Heads 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 Guilin would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guilin 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 Noosa Heads would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Noosa Heads than you might in Guilin.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Guilin Expensive? and Is Noosa Heads Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Guilin or Noosa Heads?
Guilin has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Noosa Heads. When comparing the sizes of Guilin and Noosa Heads, 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 Guilin or Noosa Heads?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Noosa Heads is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Guilin has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Guilin or Noosa Heads in the Summer?
Both Noosa Heads and Guilin during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many visitors come to Noosa Heads in the summer for the beaches, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Guilin is much warmer than Noosa Heads. Typically, the summer temperatures in Guilin in July average around 30°C (86°F), and Noosa Heads averages at about 20°C (67°F)in January.
Noosa Heads 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 Noosa Headsin January. Guilin gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Noosa Heads receives 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryGuilin 30°C (86°F)Noosa Heads 20°C (67°F)
Should I visit Guilin or Noosa Heads in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Guilin and Noosa Heads. Furthermore, most visitors come to Noosa Heads for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Guilin is generally much warmer than Noosa Headsin April. Daily temperatures in Guilin average around 23°C (73°F), and Noosa Heads fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
In October, Guilin usually receives more rain than Noosa Headsin April. Guilin gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Noosa Heads receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilGuilin 23°C (73°F)Noosa Heads 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Guilin or Noosa Heads in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Guilin as well as Noosa Heads. Additionally, the winter months attract visitors to Noosa Heads because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Guilin is a little warmer than Noosa Heads in the winter. The daily temperature in Guilin averages around 10°C (49°F) in January, and Noosa Heads fluctuates around 7°C (44°F)in July.
Guilin usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Noosa Headsin July. Guilin gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Noosa Heads receives 57 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyGuilin 10°C (49°F)Noosa Heads 7°C (44°F)
Should I visit Guilin or Noosa Heads in the Spring?
Both Noosa Heads and Guilin are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty are the main draw to Noosa Heads this time of year.
In the spring, Guilin is a little warmer than Noosa Heads. Typically, the spring temperatures in Guilin in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Noosa Heads averages at about 14°C (57°F)in October.
It's quite rainy in Guilin. In April, Guilin usually receives more rain than Noosa Headsin October. Guilin gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Noosa Heads receives 76 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberGuilin 20°C (68°F)Noosa Heads 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Noosa Heads and Guilin
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
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