Which place is cheaper, Picton or Hangzhou?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hangzhou or Picton?
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 Hangzhou and Picton. 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: Hangzhou or Picton?
Hangzhou
Hangzhou is a city in Eastern China, about an hour by train from Shanghai, renowned for its historic relics and natural beauty. Each year it attracts more than 20 million tourists who come to see what the city has to offer. Set amongst the natural scenery of lakes and mountains, Hangzhou is modern city that coexists with the old. Historic pagodas and cultural sites built around the central lake sit like they belong amidst the skyscrapers and bustling markets of today.
Picton
Picton, New Zealand is located in the picturesque Marlborough Region on the South Island. With beachfront access in a central location and near the Marlborough Sounds, Picton is an ideal place for anyone looking for both adventure and relaxation in one of the most naturally beautiful countries in the world.
The weather in Picton is fairly mild, ranging from the low fifties to high sixties, Fahrenheit, throughout the year. Their summer months are December through March, this is when you'll find temperatures in the high sixties. During the winter, June through August, Picton experiences averages of fifty degree Fahrenheit. This means you can visit any time of the year without having to worry about weather inhibiting any of your outdoor activities!
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to China, The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, The Best Adventure Tours to New Zealand, and The Best Eco Tours in New Zealand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHangzhou $65Picton $87
The average daily cost (per person) in Hangzhou is $65, while the average daily cost in Picton is $87. 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 Hangzhou and Picton in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHangzhou $23Picton $37
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHangzhou $46Picton $74
Compare Hotels in Hangzhou and Picton
Looking for a hotel in Hangzhou or Picton? 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: Picton Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hangzhou $8.11Picton -
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hangzhou
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Hangzhou:
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Local Bus for Two$0.55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hangzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hangzhou:
- Private Transfer between Hangzhou Songcheng Park and City Area: $23
- Private Transfer to Impression West Lake show in Hangzhou: $27
- Hangzhou Private Transfer: City Hotels to Railway Station: $28
- [Airport Transfer] Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport ⇔ Hangzhou City Transfer ☆ High reputation for service! <Charter charter>: $29
- Hangzhou Railway Station Private Arrival Transfer to City Area : $29
- Hangzhou Railway Station Private Departure Transfer from City Area : $29
- Hangzhou East Railway Station Transfer To Hangzhou Downtown City: $32
- Hangzhou Private Transfer: Railway Station to City Hotels: $33
- Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport To Hangzhou downtown city one way private transfer: $35
- Private Transfer between Hangzhou Safari Park and City Hotels: $37
- Private Hangzhou Airport Transfer from City hotels: $41
- Private Hangzhou Airport Transfer to City Hotels or Railway Station: $41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Picton
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Picton:
- Private Transfer from Blenheim Airport (BHE) to Picton Port: $46
- Private Transfer from Blenheim city hotels to Picton Cruise Port: $38
- Private Transfer from Picton Cruise Port to Blenheim City Hotels: $38
- Private Transfer from Picton Port to Blenheim Airport (BHE): $46
Is it cheaper to fly into Hangzhou or Picton?
Prices for flights to both Picton and Hangzhou 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 dayHangzhou $18Picton $20
Typical Food Prices in Hangzhou
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hangzhou:
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Breakfast Pastries$2.35
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Pizza Hut Lunch$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hangzhou
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hangzhou.
- All Inclusive Night Tour with Impression West Lake Show VIP Ticket and Dinner: $117
- VIP Seated Enduring Memories of Hangzhou Show Tour with Authentic Dinner: $127
- Private Amazing Hangzhou Airport Layover Tour with Lunch or Dinner Option : $170
- Enduring Memories of Hangzhou West Lake Show VIP Ticket with Authentic Dinner: $191
- Hangzhou Private Tour to Wuzhen and Xitang Water Town with Dinner and Boat Ride: $282
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hangzhou $20Picton $109
Tours and Activities in Hangzhou
Here are a few actual costs in Hangzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Hangzhou Lingyin Temple Tour : $28
- Hangzhou Longjing Tea Plantation Culture Experience Tour: $53
- Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour : $53
- Best Price: Impression West Lake Show Ticket: $59
- Skip the Line: Impression West Lake Show Ticket: $65
- Zuiyi Hangzhou Impression West Lake Show Ticket: $69
- Enduring Memories of Hangzhou Show Ticket with Private Transport: $89
- One-day Hangzhou Lakeside Mountains Relics & Ruins Hiking – Guided Outdoor Tour : $90
- Independent Tour to Shaoxing City from Hangzhou: $94
- Night Tour with Impression West Lake Show VIP Ticket and Hefang Heritage Street : $95
- 4-Hour Hangzhou Highlights Tour of Lingyin Temple and West Lake: $99
- Genuine West Lake and Tea Experience with Locals: $100
Tours and Activities in Picton
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Picton are as follows:
- Skip the Line: Dangerous Skies WWII Exhibition - Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre: $15
- Picton Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Hinterland Cycling Tour, Havelock: $25
- Skip the Line:WWI & WWII Combo Exhibitions at the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre: $30
- Winery Express Tour: $39
- Queen Charlotte Track: Cruise & Self-Guided Hike from Picton: $52
- Kayaking Mangrove Adventure at Havelock: $56
- Marlborough Sounds and Ship Cove Cruise from Picton: $57
- Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary and Ship Cove Cruise from Picton: $58
- Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton: $58
- Cruise Ship Day - Marlborough: $60
- Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise from Picton: $67
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHangzhou $10Picton $35
Sample the Local Flavors in Picton
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Picton:
- Self-Guided Biking Wine Tour (full day) in the Marlborough Region.: $37
- Self-Guided Wine Tours by Bike with Steve & Jo in Marlborough : $40
- Marlborough: Hop On Hop Off Wine, Brewery, and Wonders Tour: $53
- Hop on Hop off Wine Tours Marlborough: $54
- Marlborough Afternoon Wine Tour with Tastings: $70
- Half-Day Wine Tour from Blenheim: $87
- Half-Day Wine Tour from Picton: $88
- Discover Marlborough Wine - Afternoon Marlborough Wine Tour : $90
- Morning Guided with Afternoon Self-Guided Biking Wine Tour: $91
- Marlborough Discovery Sampler Wine Tour - 1/2Day Blenheim: $97
- Taste the Valley Wine Tour in Marlborough with Wine Tasting: $100
- Half-Day Marlborough Wine Tour & Beer Tour : $109
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hangzhou and Picton, we can see that Picton is more expensive. And not only is Hangzhou much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Hangzhou is in Asia and Picton 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 Hangzhou would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hangzhou 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 Picton would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Picton than you might in Hangzhou.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hangzhou Expensive? and Is Picton Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hangzhou or Picton?
Hangzhou has a larger population, and is about 630 times larger than the population of Picton. When comparing the sizes of Hangzhou and Picton, 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 Hangzhou or Picton?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Picton is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Hangzhou has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Hangzhou or Picton in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Hangzhou and Picton. Also, the beaches, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Picton this time of year.
In the summer, Hangzhou is much warmer than Picton. Typically, the summer temperatures in Hangzhou in July average around 29°C (85°F), and Picton averages at about 18°C (64°F)in January.
Hangzhou gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Hangzhou usually receives more rain than Pictonin January. Hangzhou gets 129 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Picton receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryHangzhou 29°C (85°F)Picton 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Hangzhou or Picton in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Hangzhou as well as Picton. Also, many travelers come to Picton for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the small town atmosphere.
In October, Hangzhou is generally a little warmer than Pictonin April. Daily temperatures in Hangzhou average around 19°C (66°F), and Picton fluctuates around 15°C (58°F).
Hangzhou usually gets more rain in October than Pictonin April. Hangzhou gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Picton receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilHangzhou 19°C (66°F)Picton 15°C (58°F)
Should I visit Hangzhou or Picton in the Winter?
Both Picton and Hangzhou are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Picton in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Hangzhou. Hangzhou is much colder than Picton in the winter. The daily temperature in Hangzhou averages around 5°C (41°F) in January, and Picton fluctuates around 10°C (49°F)in July.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Picton. In January, Hangzhou usually receives less rain than Pictonin July. Hangzhou gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Picton receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyHangzhou 5°C (41°F)Picton 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Hangzhou or Picton in the Spring?
Both Picton and Hangzhou during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Picton for the beaches and the small town charm during these months.
In the spring, Hangzhou is a little warmer than Picton. Typically, the spring temperatures in Hangzhou in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Picton averages at about 13°C (55°F)in October.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Hangzhou. Hangzhou usually gets more rain in April than Pictonin October. Hangzhou gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Picton receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberHangzhou 16°C (61°F)Picton 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Picton and Hangzhou
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (41°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (42°F) | 88 mm (3.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (50°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (56°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
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