Which place is cheaper, Fiordland National Park or Hengyang?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Hengyang or Fiordland 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 Hengyang and Fiordland 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: Hengyang or Fiordland National Park?
Hengyang
Hengyang, China is a stunning, historically significant, city in southern China. With an almost six-thousand-year old history, Hengyang is the second largest city in the Hunan Province and is known for its agricultural, fishing, and rice. Near Hengyang is Mount Heng, a mountain famous in Chinese history and religion; it has 72 peaks and dozens of temples in the town below it.
Fiordland National Park
One of UNESCO's World Heritage Sites, Fiordland National Park is New Zealand's largest park, as well as one of the largest in the world. Although it may be the largest, it is the least explored park in the country. The park takes up the southwest region of the south island. The Department of Conservation manages the park (like all of the other parks in the country) and they try to keep development minimal in efforts to protect the environment and manage human activity. When visiting the park, prepare for rain as the park as over 200 days of rain per year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to China, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Beijing, The Best Eco Tours in New Zealand, and The Best Thrill-Seeking Tours in New Zealand.
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Hengyang Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHengyang $75Fiordland National Park $113
The average daily cost (per person) in Hengyang is $75, while the average daily cost in Fiordland National Park is $113. 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 Hengyang and Fiordland National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHengyang $27Fiordland National Park $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHengyang $54Fiordland National Park $96
Compare Hotels in Hengyang and Fiordland National Park
Looking for a hotel in Hengyang or Fiordland 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hengyang $14Fiordland National Park $41
Is it cheaper to fly into Hengyang or Fiordland National Park?
Prices for flights to both Fiordland National Park and Hengyang 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 dayHengyang $37Fiordland National Park $39
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hengyang $19Fiordland National Park $20
Tours and Activities in Fiordland National Park
For Fiordland National Park, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Te Anau: River Jet Boat and Bike Ride Tour with Local Guide: $141
- Milford Sound: Premium Small Group Cruise with Canape Lunch: $404
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHengyang $13Fiordland National Park $8.03
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hengyang and Fiordland National Park, we can see that Fiordland National Park is more expensive. And not only is Hengyang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Hengyang is in Asia and Fiordland National Park 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 Hengyang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hengyang 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 Fiordland National Park would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fiordland National Park than you might in Hengyang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hengyang Expensive? and Is Fiordland National Park Expensive?.
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.