Which place is cheaper, Longsheng or Haifa?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Haifa or Longsheng?
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 Haifa and Longsheng. 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: Haifa or Longsheng?
Haifa
Located on the northern Mediterranean coast of Israel, Haifa is Israel's third largest city. It is also a beautiful and strategically located city near the border with Lebanon. The population of Haifa, which is approximately 300,000, is surprisingly diverse. There are Jews, Muslim, and Christian Arabs throughout the city. While Haifa is an industrial city with a strong work ethic and a good job base, it is also a beautiful city with many gardens and a stunning coastline. Today the job base has increasingly become technology based with some large companies such as Google and Microsoft offering employment in the area. Haifa University is also the country's top technology university.
Longsheng
A county of the city, Guilin, Longsheng is a hub of several ethnic cultures that thrive on farming and tourism. It is located about 50 or so miles north of the Guilin city center. The region is perhaps most known for the Dragon's Backbone Rice Terraces located in Heping Township. These, along with many other natural features like hot springs, waterfalls, and meadows are a few of the main attractions that draw visitors to Longsheng.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Israel, The Best Cultural Tours in Israel, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in China, and The Best Adventure Tours to China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHaifa $123Longsheng $78
The average daily cost (per person) in Haifa is $123, while the average daily cost in Longsheng is $78. 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 Haifa and Longsheng in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHaifa $74Longsheng $20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHaifa $148Longsheng $40
Compare Hotels in Haifa and Longsheng
Looking for a hotel in Haifa or Longsheng? 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: Haifa Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Haifa $4.93Longsheng $41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Haifa
Also for Haifa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfers all over the Holyland: Haifa, TLV, Airport, JLM, Jordan: $195
- Private Transfer from Haifa Cruise Port to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV): $173
- Private Transfer from Haifa Cruise Port to Tel Aviv City: $173
Is it cheaper to fly into Haifa or Longsheng?
Prices for flights to both Longsheng and Haifa 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 dayHaifa $44Longsheng $35
Typical Food Prices in Haifa
For Haifa, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner$27
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Haifa $5.68Longsheng $8.38
Tours and Activities in Haifa
For Haifa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Romantic Walking Tour In Haifa for Couples: $290
- Caesarea, Haifa, Acre, Rosh Hanikra Private Day Tour: $700
- Christianity Day Tour: Haifa Port to Nazareth and Sea of Galilee : $295
- From Tel Aviv: Caesarea, Haifa & Akko Guided Tour: $1,300
- From Tel Aviv: Northern Israel Coast Private Tour: $999
- Full Day Tour to Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee: $290
- Haifa Port Shore Excursion: Nazareth and Sea of Galilee Day Tour from Haifa Port: $120
- Haifa Port: Full-Day Christianity Cruise to Galilee: $388
- Haifa Private Tour: $160
- Haifa, Acre & Rosh Anikra Grottos Haifa Port FullDay Shared Tour: $231
- Haifa, Acre and Rosh Anikra for Cruises with Licensed Guide: $405
- Jerusalem & Bethlehem Tour from Haifa Port 2024 - Small Group: $255
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHaifa $13Longsheng $7.89
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Haifa and Longsheng, we can see that Haifa is more expensive. And not only is Longsheng much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Haifa is in Middle East and Longsheng 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 Longsheng would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Longsheng 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 Haifa would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Haifa than you might in Longsheng.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Haifa Expensive? and Is Longsheng Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Haifa or Longsheng?
Longsheng has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Haifa experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Haifa or Longsheng in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Haifa and Longsheng. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Haifa year-round.
In the summer, Haifa is cooler than Longsheng. Typically, the summer temperatures in Haifa in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Longsheng averages at about 30°C (86°F).
Longsheng receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Haifa usually receives less rain than Longsheng. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Longsheng receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHaifa 27°C (81°F)Longsheng 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Longsheng in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Haifa as well as Longsheng. Haifa attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Haifa is generally around the same temperature as Longsheng. Daily temperatures in Haifa average around 24°C (75°F), and Longsheng fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Haifa usually gets less rain in October than Longsheng. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Longsheng receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHaifa 24°C (75°F)Longsheng 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Longsheng in the Winter?
Both Longsheng and Haifa are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Haifa throughout the year.
Haifa is a little warmer than Longsheng in the winter. The daily temperature in Haifa averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Longsheng fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
It's quite rainy in Haifa. In January, Haifa usually receives more rain than Longsheng. Haifa gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Longsheng receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHaifa 14°C (57°F)Longsheng 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Longsheng in the Spring?
Both Longsheng and Haifa during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Haifa because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the spring, Haifa is around the same temperature as Longsheng. Typically, the spring temperatures in Haifa in April average around 19°C (66°F), and Longsheng averages at about 20°C (68°F).
Longsheng gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Haifa usually gets less rain in April than Longsheng. Haifa gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Longsheng receives 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHaifa 19°C (66°F)Longsheng 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Longsheng and Haifa
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 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.