Which place is cheaper, Khao Yai National Park or Hanoi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hanoi or Khao Yai National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hanoi and Khao Yai National Park can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Hanoi or Khao Yai National Park?
Hanoi
Hanoi is the chaotic capital of Vietnam, and it serves as a great introduction to the country for many travelers. It's the second largest city in the country after Saigon and is an interesting combination of East meets West. There's traditional Vietnamese culture with subtle influences brought by the French. The city continues to grow and change rapidly and it's easy to get lost amidst the chaos.
Khao Yai National Park
Adventurous travelers are always in search of new terrain to conquer. At over 2,000 square kilometers, Khao Yai National Park is Thailand's second largest national park, and just full of jungles to trek through. In the southwest of Thailand is a sanctuary of mountains and waterfalls.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Vietnam, The Best G Adventures Tours to Vietnam, The Best Adventure Tours to Thailand, and The Best Eco Tours in Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHanoi $49Khao Yai National Park $67
The average daily cost (per person) in Hanoi is $49, while the average daily cost in Khao Yai National Park is $67. 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 Hanoi and Khao Yai National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHanoi $25Khao Yai National Park $39
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHanoi $50Khao Yai National Park $78
Compare Hotels in Hanoi and Khao Yai National Park
Looking for a hotel in Hanoi or Khao Yai National Park? 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: Hanoi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hanoi $7.01Khao Yai National Park $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hanoi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Hanoi:
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Taxi to Bus Station$1.22
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Shuttle Bus From Airport (for Two)$3.25
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Local Bus Ride (for Two)$0.41
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Short Taxi Ride$1.38
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Short Motorbike Ride (10 Minutes)$0.81
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hanoi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hanoi:
- Vietnam Airport Transfer and Visa On Arrival: $55
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Ha Noi HTL-APT (HAN): $14
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Ha Noi APT-HTL (HAN): $14
- Transfer to or from Sapa in a Sleeper Bus from Hanoi: $34
- Transfer between Hanoi and Sapa : $14
- The Best Sapa Tour 2D1N Stay At 3* Hotel -Transfer by Sleep BUS : $143
- The Best Sapa Tour 2D1N At 3 Star Hotel by sleeping BUS TRANSFER : $129
- The Best 2D1N HALONG BAY- All Inclusive,Overnight on Boat By Expressway Transfer: $125
- Symphony Cruise- Luxury Day Trip From Hanoi With Express Transfer: $105
- Shuttle Bus Transfer from Hanoi to Halong Bay : $17
- Sea Octopus - Luxury Halong Cruise From Hanoi Roundtrip Transfer: $105
- Sapa Trekking 2 Days 1 Night Transfer By Sleeper Bus: $90
Is it cheaper to fly into Hanoi or Khao Yai National Park?
Prices for flights to both Khao Yai National Park and Hanoi 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 dayHanoi $13Khao Yai National Park $18
Typical Food Prices in Hanoi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hanoi:
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High End Dinner (for Two)$12
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$4.47
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Bowl of Pho$0.81
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Italian Dinner (for Food)$6.30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hanoi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hanoi.
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: $5.00
- (Group/Individual) HANOI STREET FOOD TOUR : $5.13
- Street Food Tour with Train Street and Old Quarter: $14
- Best Hanoi Food Tour Visit Train Street Add Old Quarter: $18
- Guided Street Food Tour with Train Street Experience: $18
- Hanoi local street food tour: $20
- Hanoi Walking Street Food Tour: $20
- Hanoi food tour-Local street food tour (food&guide included): $20
- Hanoi Food Tour with Train Street Visit: $20
- Ngon ngon & Authentic Hanoi Food Tour: $23
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: $23
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Experience Guide & Real Foodie: $24
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hanoi $8.65Khao Yai National Park $9.53
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hanoi
Here are a few typical costs in Hanoi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Puppet Theater$1.63
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The Hanoi Hilton Entrance$1.63
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National History Museum$1.63
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Puppet Theater Ticket$2.84
Tours and Activities in Hanoi
Here are a few actual costs in Hanoi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Day Luxury Arcady Cruise Tour from Hanoi by Express Limousine: $75
- 2 Day Golden Bay Cruise Explore Halong Bay from Hanoi: $220
- 2 Day Oasis Bay Cruise Explore Halong Bay from Hanoi: $228
- 2 Day Private Guided Tour in Pu Luong Nature Hanoi: $169
- 2 Day Victory Cruise to Explore Halong Bay from Hanoi: $170
- 2 Days and 1 Night Lan Ha Bay Adventure from Hanoi: $245
- 2-day Gen Z Cruise Explore Halong Bay from Hanoi: $228
- 4 Days 3 Nights Ha Giang Loop Tour from Hanoi by Sleeper Bus: $235
- All-Inclusive 2D/1N 5star Cruises: Meals-Kayak-Cave-Accommodation : $175
- Amazing Ha Giang Motorbike Tour 4Days 3Nights: $266
- Beautiful Female Riders Vespa Red River Countryside Tour 5 Hours: $65
- Bicycle Tours Full Day Bicycle Tours City & Countryside: $89
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHanoi $7.83Khao Yai National Park $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Hanoi
Also in Hanoi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Guided Bar Crawl with Drinks and Nightclub Entry: $63
- Half-Day Guided Tour Australian Beef with Wine Tasting & Rickshaw in Hanoi: $109
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hanoi and Khao Yai National Park, we can see that Khao Yai National Park is more expensive. And not only is Hanoi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hanoi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hanoi 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 Khao Yai National Park would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Khao Yai National Park than you might in Hanoi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hanoi Expensive? and Is Khao Yai National Park Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Hanoi or Khao Yai National Park?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Hanoi or Khao Yai National Park in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Hanoi as well as Khao Yai National Park. Hanoi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Khao Yai National Park throughout the year.
May to September in Hanoi is the rainy season. It's quite rainy in Khao Yai National Park. Hanoi receives a lot of rain in the summer. Hanoi usually gets less rain in July than Khao Yai National Park. Hanoi gets 210 mm (8.3 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 315 mm (12.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
In July, Hanoi is generally around the same temperature as Khao Yai National Park. Daily temperatures in Hanoi average around 29°C (84°F), and Khao Yai National Park fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHanoi 29°C (84°F)Khao Yai National Park 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Khao Yai National Park in the Autumn?
Both Khao Yai National Park and Hanoi are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hanoi throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Khao Yai National Park because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Hanoi is November to April. It rains a lot this time of the year in Khao Yai National Park. It's quite rainy in Hanoi. In October, Hanoi usually receives less rain than Khao Yai National Park. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 173 mm (6.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Hanoi is cooler than Khao Yai National Park in the autumn. The daily temperature in Hanoi averages around 25°C (77°F) in October, and Khao Yai National Park fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHanoi 25°C (77°F)Khao Yai National Park 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Khao Yai National Park in the Winter?
Both Khao Yai National Park and Hanoi during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Hanoi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Khao Yai National Park year-round.
Hanoi usually gets more rain in January than Khao Yai National Park. Hanoi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the winter, Hanoi is much colder than Khao Yai National Park. Typically, the winter temperatures in Hanoi in January average around 17°C (63°F), and Khao Yai National Park averages at about 26°C (78°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHanoi 17°C (63°F)Khao Yai National Park 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Khao Yai National Park in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Hanoi and Khao Yai National Park. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hanoi year-round. Khao Yai National Park attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
November to April in Hanoi is the dry season. Also, May to September is the rainy season in Hanoi. Khao Yai National Park receives a lot of rain in the spring. Hanoi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Hanoi usually receives less rain than Khao Yai National Park. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 128 mm (5.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In April, Hanoi is generally cooler than Khao Yai National Park. Daily temperatures in Hanoi average around 24°C (75°F), and Khao Yai National Park fluctuates around 30°C (87°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHanoi 24°C (75°F)Khao Yai National Park 30°C (87°F)
Typical Weather for Khao Yai National Park and Hanoi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 30°C (87°F) | 128 mm (5.1 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 225 mm (8.8 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 277 mm (10.9 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 315 mm (12.4 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 385 mm (15.1 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 360 mm (14.2 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) |
| Nov | 22°C (72°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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