Should I Visit Haifa or Yangshuo for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Haifa or Yangshuo?

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 Yangshuo. 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 Yangshuo?

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.

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 One Week (7-Day) Tours in Israel, The Best 2-Week Tours in Israel, The Best Budget Tours to China, and The Best Tours for Seniors to China.

Which place is cheaper, Yangshuo or Haifa?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

Haifa Prices
Israel Prices

Yangshuo Prices
China Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Haifa $163

Yangshuo $85

The average daily cost (per person) in Haifa is $163, while the average daily cost in Yangshuo is $85. 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 Yangshuo in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Haifa $78

Yangshuo $25
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Haifa $156

Yangshuo $50

Compare Hotels in Haifa and Yangshuo

Looking for a hotel in Haifa 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.

Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.

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

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Haifa $5.18

Yangshuo $42

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

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangshuo

Also for Yangshuo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Xingping hotel: $67
Yangshuo Rock Climbing with Hotel Transfer (3-4 hours): $99
Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Xingping hotel: $21
Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Guilin hotel: $37
Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Yangshuo hotel: $21
Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Guilin hotel: $64
Private Impression Sanjie Liu Evening Show with Hotel Transfer: $88
Impression Liu Sanjie - Ticket Booking (including Round-trip Transfer): $75
Guilin: Li River Cruise with Transfer to Yangshuo: $78
Guilin Private Transfer in English-speaking Services: Between Airport & Yangshuo: $106

Is it cheaper to fly into Haifa or Yangshuo?

Prices for flights to both Yangshuo 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

Food Meals for one day

Haifa $81

Yangshuo $32

Typical Food Prices in Haifa

For Haifa, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:

Dinner

$28

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yangshuo

For Yangshuo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

Yangshuo Cooking Class with Market Trip: $30
The impression Liu sanjie show and local dinner in town : $145
Yangshuo Full Day Tour: Cooking class, River boat, Light Show: $259

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Haifa $5.98

Yangshuo $23

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: $283
Caesarea, Haifa & Akko Tour / From Jerusalem: $150
Caesarea, Haifa & Akko Tour / From Tel-Aviv: $150
Caesarea, Haifa, Acre, Rosh Hanikra Private Day Tour: $687
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: $419
Haifa Private Tour: $163
Haifa, Acre and Rosh Anikra for Cruises with Licensed Guide: $437
Jerusalem & Bethlehem Tour from Haifa Port 2024 - Small Group: $255
Jerusalem & Bethlehem Tour from Haifa Port. Private Tour: $268

Tours and Activities in Yangshuo

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Yangshuo.

Longji Rice Terraces Day Tour from Yangshuo hotel: $181
Yangshuo Helicopter Tour from Yangshuo hotel: $170
1 Day - Yangshuo Bike Tour: $80
1-Day Guilin City Tour and Ends of Longji Rice Terraces from Yangshuo: $218
1-Day Longji Rice Terraces hiking tour from Guilin/Yangshuo hotel: $188
1-Day Terracotta Warriors Tour from Beijing/Chengdu/Shanghai: $485
1-Day Yangshuo Car Tour: $119
1-Day Yangshuo Chinese Culture and Bicycle Tour: $85
2 Day - Longji Rice Terraces - Sunrise Hiking Tour: $280
2-Day Guilin & 4-Star Cruise, Caves, Landscapes: $709
4-Hour Small Group Rock Climbing Tour in Yangshuo: $61
From Guilin: 6-Day Yangtze River Cruise with Excursions: $1,299

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Haifa $14

Yangshuo $33

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Haifa and Yangshuo, we can see that Haifa is more expensive. And not only is Yangshuo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Haifa 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 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 Yangshuo.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Haifa Expensive? and Is Yangshuo Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Haifa or Yangshuo?

Yangshuo has a larger population, and is about 12% larger than the population of Haifa. When comparing the sizes of Haifa 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 Haifa or Yangshuo?

Yangshuo 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 Yangshuo in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Haifa and Yangshuo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Haifa year-round.

In the summer, Haifa is cooler than Yangshuo. Typically, the summer temperatures in Haifa in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Yangshuo averages at about 30°C (86°F).

Yangshuo receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Haifa usually receives less rain than Yangshuo. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Summer Average Temperatures July

Haifa 27°C (81°F)

Yangshuo 30°C (86°F)

Should I visit Haifa or Yangshuo in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Haifa as well as Yangshuo. Haifa attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In October, Haifa is generally around the same temperature as Yangshuo. Daily temperatures in Haifa average around 24°C (75°F), and Yangshuo fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).

Haifa usually gets less rain in October than Yangshuo. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

Autumn Average Temperatures October

Haifa 24°C (75°F)

Yangshuo 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Haifa or Yangshuo in the Winter?

Both Yangshuo 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 Yangshuo in the winter. The daily temperature in Haifa averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Yangshuo fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).

It's quite rainy in Haifa. In January, Haifa usually receives more rain than Yangshuo. Haifa gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Winter Average Temperatures January

Haifa 14°C (57°F)

Yangshuo 10°C (49°F)

Should I visit Haifa or Yangshuo in the Spring?

Both Yangshuo 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 Yangshuo. Typically, the spring temperatures in Haifa in April average around 19°C (66°F), and Yangshuo averages at about 20°C (68°F).

Yangshuo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Haifa usually gets less rain in April than Yangshuo. Haifa gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain this time of the year.

Spring Average Temperatures April

Haifa 19°C (66°F)

Yangshuo 20°C (68°F)

Typical Weather for Yangshuo and Haifa

	Haifa		Yangshuo
	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)

A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Haifa vs. Yangshuo for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Haifa or Yangshuo?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Haifa or Yangshuo?

Haifa

Yangshuo

Which place is cheaper, Yangshuo or Haifa?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Haifa and Yangshuo

Local Transportation

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Haifa

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangshuo

Is it cheaper to fly into Haifa or Yangshuo?

Food

Typical Food Prices in Haifa

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yangshuo

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Haifa

Tours and Activities in Yangshuo

Alcohol

Which is Bigger, Haifa or Yangshuo?

When is the best time to visit Haifa or Yangshuo?

Should I visit Haifa or Yangshuo in the Summer?

Should I visit Haifa or Yangshuo in the Autumn?

Should I visit Haifa or Yangshuo in the Winter?

Should I visit Haifa or Yangshuo in the Spring?

Typical Weather for Yangshuo and Haifa

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A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Haifa vs. Yangshuo for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Haifa or Yangshuo?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Haifa or Yangshuo?

Haifa

Yangshuo

Which place is cheaper, Yangshuo or Haifa?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Haifa and Yangshuo

Local Transportation

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Haifa

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangshuo

Is it cheaper to fly into Haifa or Yangshuo?

Food

Typical Food Prices in Haifa

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yangshuo

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Haifa

Tours and Activities in Yangshuo

Alcohol

Which is Bigger, Haifa or Yangshuo?

When is the best time to visit Haifa or Yangshuo?

Should I visit Haifa or Yangshuo in the Summer?

Should I visit Haifa or Yangshuo in the Autumn?

Should I visit Haifa or Yangshuo in the Winter?

Should I visit Haifa or Yangshuo in the Spring?

Typical Weather for Yangshuo and Haifa

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