Which place is cheaper, Pyeongchang or Guilin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Guilin or Pyeongchang?
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 Pyeongchang can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Guilin or Pyeongchang?
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.
Pyeongchang
Pyeongchang is a county of South Korea situated in the Taebaek Mountains in Gangwon Province. A popular location for winter sports, it was chosen as the host city for the 2018 Winter Olympics. Other attractions include Buddhist temples, parks, villages, and natural scenery.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China, The Best Historical Tours in China, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Seoul, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Seoul.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGuilin $67Pyeongchang $114
The average daily cost (per person) in Guilin is $67, while the average daily cost in Pyeongchang is $114. 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 Pyeongchang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGuilin $34Pyeongchang $62
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGuilin $68Pyeongchang $124
Compare Hotels in Guilin and Pyeongchang
Looking for a hotel in Guilin or Pyeongchang? 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: Pyeongchang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Guilin $5.76Pyeongchang $25
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:
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Guilin hotel: $92
- Private Transfer: Guilin Airport to Yangshuo Hotel: $115
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo/Guilin to Sanjiang and stops Longji Rice Terraces: $160
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Zhaoxing and stops at Longji terraces: $168
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Zhaoxing and stops at Chengyang Dong Village: $197
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Fenghuang and stops at Longji rice terraces area: $267
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Fenghuang and stops at Chengyang Dong Village: $267
- Private Transfer from Guilin hotel to Yangshuo hotel: $37
- Private Transfer from Guilin hotel to Xingping hotel: $64
- Private Guilin Airport Transfer to Yangshuo: $42
- Private Departure Transfer: Downtown Guilin Hotel to Airport (KWL): $25
- Private Departure Transfer from Hotel to Guilin Train Stations: $17
Is it cheaper to fly into Guilin or Pyeongchang?
Prices for flights to both Pyeongchang 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 $22Pyeongchang $27
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 $28Pyeongchang $51
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 $5.72Pyeongchang $8.79
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Guilin and Pyeongchang, we can see that Pyeongchang is more expensive. And not only is Guilin much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Pyeongchang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Guilin or Pyeongchang?
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 Pyeongchang in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Guilin as well as Pyeongchang.
Guilin is a little warmer than Pyeongchang in the summer. The daily temperature in Guilin averages around 30°C (86°F) in July, and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
It's quite rainy in Pyeongchang. Guilin receives a lot of rain in the summer. Guilin usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Pyeongchang. Guilin gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 217 mm (8.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGuilin 30°C (86°F)Pyeongchang 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Guilin or Pyeongchang in the Autumn?
Both Pyeongchang and Guilin are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In the autumn, Guilin is a little warmer than Pyeongchang. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Guilin in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Pyeongchang averages at about 15°C (60°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Pyeongchang. In October, Guilin usually receives less rain than Pyeongchang. Guilin gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGuilin 23°C (73°F)Pyeongchang 15°C (60°F)
Should I visit Guilin or Pyeongchang in the Winter?
Both Pyeongchang and Guilin during the winter are popular places to visit.
Pyeongchang can be very cold during winter. In January, Guilin is generally much warmer than Pyeongchang. Daily temperatures in Guilin average around 10°C (49°F), and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 0°C (33°F).
Guilin usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Pyeongchang. Guilin gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGuilin 10°C (49°F)Pyeongchang 0°C (33°F)
Should I visit Guilin or Pyeongchang in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Guilin and Pyeongchang.
Guilin is much warmer than Pyeongchang in the spring. The daily temperature in Guilin averages around 20°C (68°F) in April, and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
Guilin gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Guilin usually receives more rain than Pyeongchang. Guilin gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 77 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGuilin 20°C (68°F)Pyeongchang 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Pyeongchang and Guilin
| Guilin | Pyeongchang | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 39 mm (1.5 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.