Which place is cheaper, Royal Chitwan National Park or Hiroshima?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hiroshima or Royal Chitwan 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 Hiroshima and Royal Chitwan 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: Hiroshima or Royal Chitwan National Park?
Hiroshima
Hiroshima is positioned on the coast of the Seto Inland Sea and is an industrial city made up of many zigzagging rivers and wide boulevard streets. Today Hiroshima is a modern and vibrant city with great food and an energetic nightlife, but the image that remains in most visitor's minds is the Hiroshima of 1945 when it became the horrific sight of the first atomic bomb attack. Hiroshima shares the colorful neon atmosphere of other major Japanese cities and its hard to recognize the city immortalized all those years ago on that fateful day.
Royal Chitwan National Park
The majestic elephant, the silly monkey and dozens of soaring birds call the Royal Chitwan National Park home. At the foot of the Himalayas, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is 932 square kilometers of animal and plant life preservation in Nepal.
Once the favorite hunting ground for Nepal's ruling class, the area began seeing the endangerment of all the area animals. So in 1957, Nepal passed its first conservation law to protect the rhinos and their habitat. At the end of the 1960s, however, DDT had cleared 70% of Royal Chitwan National Park jungles, thousands of people had created moved in on the land and only 95 rhinos were left. By 1977 the park was under complete protection, enlarged to the present-day size and is one of the last refuges of the Bengal tiger.
This park, also known as "the heart of the jungle," provides over 70,000 annual visitors with opportunities to get close and personal with animals they've only seen in movies. Fair warning, however, the weather is quite hot and humid for most of the year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Japan, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Japan, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Pokhara, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Nepal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHiroshima $108Royal Chitwan National Park $35
The average daily cost (per person) in Hiroshima is $108, while the average daily cost in Royal Chitwan National Park is $35. 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 Hiroshima and Royal Chitwan National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHiroshima $69Royal Chitwan National Park $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHiroshima $138Royal Chitwan National Park $22
Compare Hotels in Hiroshima and Royal Chitwan National Park
Looking for a hotel in Hiroshima or Royal Chitwan 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: Hiroshima Hotel Prices and Royal Chitwan National Park Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hiroshima $10Royal Chitwan National Park $22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hiroshima
Also for Hiroshima, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Hiroshima Port to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ): $55
- Private Transfer from Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) to Hiroshima Port: $55
- Private Transfer from Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) to Hiroshima Port: $61
- Private Departure Transfer Hiroshima City to Hiroshima International Airport: $237
- Private Arrival Transfer From Hiroshima International Airport to Hiroshima City: $237
- Iwakuni Airport to/from Hiroshima City Private Transfer: $254
- Hiroshima port Shore excursion Private transfer: $526
- Hiroshima Airport to/from Hiroshima City Private Transfer: $183
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Royal Chitwan National Park
Also for Royal Chitwan National Park, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Chitwan to Kathmandu One Way Transfer by Private AC Car : $75
Is it cheaper to fly into Hiroshima or Royal Chitwan National Park?
Prices for flights to both Royal Chitwan National Park and Hiroshima 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 dayHiroshima $31Royal Chitwan National Park $9.33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hiroshima
For Hiroshima, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Food and Culture Guided Walking Tour with Dinner: $81
- Bar Hopping Food Tour: $88
- Best of Hiroshima Food Tour: $171
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hiroshima $5.81Royal Chitwan National Park $9.53
Tours and Activities in Hiroshima
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hiroshima.
- 2 Day Bus Tour in Hiroshima and Miyajima: $299
- Kimono and Calligraphy Experience in Miyajima: $93
- 1 Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour from Hiroshima, Kyoto, or Osaka: $154
- 3 Hour Nanaura Tour around Miyajima with Lunch Box: $273
- 30 Minutes One Way Cruise from Miyahama Onsen to Miyajima: $123
- 4 Hour Miyajima PRIVATE Tour: $113
- 4 Hour Private Hiroshima City Walking Tour: $98
- All Included Tour in Hiroshima With Cruiser Pick Up and Lunch: $136
- Bouldering, Sake and Food, Local Gem Hiroshima Evening Tour: $178
- Experience Japan Tour & Projection Mapping in Hiroshima: $139
- From Hiroshima and Miyajima Island 1-Day Bus Tour: $119
- From Private Tour to Kure: $133
Tours and Activities in Royal Chitwan National Park
For Royal Chitwan National Park, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1 Night 2 Days Chitwan Safari Tour: $118
- 2 Nights 3 Days Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour : $154
- 3 Nights 4 Days Comfortable Chitwan Safari Tour: $195
- Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour: $140
- Experience the ride in Lowlands of Nepal: $62
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHiroshima $13Royal Chitwan National Park $6.42
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hiroshima and Royal Chitwan National Park, we can see that Hiroshima is more expensive. And not only is Royal Chitwan National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Royal Chitwan National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Royal Chitwan National Park 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 Hiroshima would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hiroshima than you might in Royal Chitwan National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hiroshima Expensive? and Is Royal Chitwan 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.