Which place is cheaper, Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) or Hoi An?
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Should you visit Hoi An or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
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 Hoi An and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). 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: Hoi An or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
Hoi An
Located just south of the city of Da Nang, Hoi An is famous for it's beautiful old town. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Unfortunately, since its designation as a World Heritage Site in 1999, mass tourism has grown and the city has felt the growing pains. Most of the homes and shops in the old town are now used for commercial purposes. The city is still quaint, but the old town is lined with tailor shops, souvenir stores, and restaurants. Foreigners are required to purchase a ticket to enter the old town of Hoi An (120,000 VND, about $5).
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
In the heart of the Anhui Province of China is the stunning Mount Huangshan, or Yellow Mountain. This UNESCO World Heritage Site draws in visitors from around the world to take in the stunning views and conquer a new challenge.
Mount Huangshan is one of the most popular destinations in China. Because of this, most of the towns and regions around it also use the name Huangshan. Even the closest town, Tunxi, has begun going by Huangshan City. Keep this in mind as it could potentially cause some confusion in transit.
The whole of Huangshan has 36 separate peaks rising approximately 1,800 meters into the air. It is often covered in a spiritual-feeling mist that makes the peaks appear to live in the clouds. It has inspired artists for centuries, and is often thought to be the model for the typical mountain ranges seen in ancient Chinese paintings.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Vietnam, The Best Tours Under $1000 in Vietnam, The Best 10-Day Tours in China, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHoi An $46Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Hoi An is $46, while the average daily cost in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) is $57. 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 Hoi An and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHoi An $21Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHoi An $42Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $50
Compare Hotels in Hoi An and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
Looking for a hotel in Hoi An or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)? 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: Hoi An Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hoi An $19Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $9.99
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hoi An
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Hoi An are as follows:
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Taxi From Danang to Hoi An$8.79
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Bus From Hoi An Bus Station to Town$0.60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hoi An
Also for Hoi An, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer to Da Nang Hotels or to Hoi An City: $4.10
- Hoi An and Da Nang Airport/City Shuttle Transfer Service: $6.00
- Da Nang Airport : transfer to Da Nang center / to Hoi An: $7.06
- Da Nang Airport : transfer to Da Nang center / to Hoi An: $7.06
- From One-Way Shared Bus Transfer to Da Nang: $8.82
- From Hoi An/Da Nang: Shuttle Bus Transfer to My Son: $9.00
- Hue: Transfer to/from Airport, Hoi An, Danang by Private Car: $10
- Basket Boat Ticket & Transfer in Cam Thanh Village: $14
- Hoi An : Cam Thanh Basket Boat Riding W Two-way Transfers: $14
- Hoi An Bamboo Basket Boat Tour with Two-way Transfers: $14
- Hoi An : Cam Thanh Basket Boat Riding W Two-way Transfers: $14
- Hoi An Basket Boat Ride Includes Two-way Transfers: $14
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain):
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Shuttle Bus to Tangkou for Two$3.59
Is it cheaper to fly into Hoi An or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
Prices for flights to both Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Hoi An 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 dayHoi An $9.95Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $19
Typical Food Prices in Hoi An
For Hoi An, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner at Bamboo Village (for Two)$14
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$3.99
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Casual Dinner (for Two)$7.99
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hoi An
For Hoi An, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bamboo Basket Boat Tour with Optional Lunch/Dinner: $14
- Hoi An:Traditional Cooking Class with Cam Thanh Local Family: $21
- Traditional Cooking Class & meal w Cam Thanh Family: $21
- Hoi An/Da Nang: Vietnamese Cooking Class with Transportation: $22
- From Cooking Class at Organic Farm: $22
- Mad Monkey Hoi An Cooking Class & Bamboo Boats: $23
- Traditional Vietnamese Cooking Class in Leina Cookery: $23
- Evening Tra Que Cooking Class with Locals in Herb Village: $24
- Hoi An : Basket Boat Ride & Cooking Class with Market Tour: $24
- Vietnamese Cooking Class with Local Family in Hoi An: $24
- Cooking Class with Traditional Vietnamese Meals: $24
- Hoi An : Cooking Class W Optional Basket Boat & Market Tour: $25
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hoi An $13Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $27
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hoi An
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Hoi An's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Golf (for Two)$148
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Short Boat Ride$1.60
Tours and Activities in Hoi An
For Hoi An, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Hoi An Ancient Town - Free Walking Tour: $2.05
- Hoi An Ancient Town- Free Walking Tour with Local Guide: $2.05
- Experience Kim Bong Carpentry with Local Artisans: $6.57
- Experience Bamboo Basket Boat on Coconut village w Locals: $6.89
- Da Nang/Hoi An:Experience Basket Boat ride in Coconut Forest: $7.18
- Hoi An Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.65
- Bus to My Son Sanctuary with Entrance ticket: $8.00
- Experience the Art of Vietnamese Coffee Making: $11
- Mad Monkey Hoi An Bicycle Tour: $12
- Cam Thanh Tour with Bamboo Basket Boat: $12
- Hoi An : Bamboo Basket Boat Tour: $12
- Basket Boat Experience: $13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) are as follows:
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Two Entrance Tickets$63
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Two Cable Car Passes$22
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHoi An $9.06Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $15
Typical Alcohol Prices in Hoi An
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Hoi An are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine$9.59
Sample the Local Flavors in Hoi An
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Hoi An:
- Pub Crawl by Bus with Shots at Each Bar: $8.21
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hoi An and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain), we can see that Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) is more expensive. And not only is Hoi An much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hoi An would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hoi An 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 Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) than you might in Hoi An.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hoi An Expensive? and Is Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Hoi An or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Hoi An experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Hoi An or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Hoi An as well as Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Hoi An attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Hoi An is generally around the same temperature as Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Daily temperatures in Hoi An average around 29°C (85°F), and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).
It's quite rainy in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Hoi An usually gets less rain in July than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Hoi An gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives 185 mm (7.3 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, February to July in Hoi An is the dry season. September to January in Hoi An is the rainy season.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHoi An 29°C (85°F)Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Hoi An or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the Autumn?
Both Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Hoi An are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hoi An throughout the year.
Hoi An is a little warmer than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the autumn. The daily temperature in Hoi An averages around 25°C (78°F) in October, and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
It's quite rainy in Hoi An. In October, Hoi An usually receives more rain than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Hoi An gets 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain, while Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHoi An 25°C (78°F)Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Hoi An or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the Winter?
Both Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Hoi An during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Hoi An because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Hoi An is much warmer than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Typically, the winter temperatures in Hoi An in January average around 22°C (71°F), and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) averages at about 4°C (40°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Hoi An. Hoi An usually gets more rain in January than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Hoi An gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year. February to July is the dry season in Hoi An. September to January is the rainy season in Hoi An.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHoi An 22°C (71°F)Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Hoi An or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Hoi An and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hoi An year-round.
In April, Hoi An is generally much warmer than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Daily temperatures in Hoi An average around 26°C (80°F), and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Hoi An usually receives less rain than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Hoi An gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHoi An 26°C (80°F)Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 17°C (62°F)
Typical Weather for Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Hoi An
| Hoi An | Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 22°C (71°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Mar | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (80°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (85°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 235 mm (9.2 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 121 mm (4.7 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 331 mm (13 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 613 mm (24.1 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Nov | 24°C (76°F) | 376 mm (14.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 223 mm (8.8 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
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