Which place is cheaper, Dunedin or Hongcun?
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 Hongcun or Dunedin?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hongcun and Dunedin 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: Hongcun or Dunedin?
Hongcun
When you picture ancient China, you likely picture old cobblestone streets, white homes with pointed black roofs and a slight air of mysticism in the surroundings. This is Hongcun.
The backdrop for Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is not usually on the top of many traveler's lists. This isn't a bustling tourist town with guides offering to show you the sights or carts peddling the latest tacky souvenir. It's a quiet village where you'll see the real Chinese culture. The homes along the complex water canals air their fish in their windows to preserve it for their family dinners. There is no bowing to tourism here.
Dunedin
Dunedin is the second largest city on the South Island of New Zealand. It is situated on the southeast coast and is largely Scottish in its heritage. It is part of the Otago region and has mild temperatures during the spring and summer, but extremely cold temperatures during the end of fall and winter. Dunedin is a university town; The University of Otago is the oldest in New Zealand, established in 1869. The students make up over a tenth of the entire city's population.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in China, The Best Adventure Tours to China, The Best Adventure Tours to New Zealand, and The Best Eco Tours in New Zealand.
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Hongcun Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHongcun $67Dunedin $122
The average daily cost (per person) in Hongcun is $67, while the average daily cost in Dunedin is $122. 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 Hongcun and Dunedin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHongcun $23Dunedin $51
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHongcun $46Dunedin $102
Compare Hotels in Hongcun and Dunedin
Looking for a hotel in Hongcun or Dunedin? 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: Dunedin Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hongcun $12Dunedin $27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dunedin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dunedin:
- Dunedin Intl Airport (DUN) to Dunedin - Arrival Private Transfer: $81
- Private Transfer from Chalmers Port to Dunedin Airport (DUD): $144
- Private Transfer from Chalmers Cruise Port to Dunedin City Hotels: $144
Is it cheaper to fly into Hongcun or Dunedin?
Prices for flights to both Dunedin and Hongcun 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 dayHongcun $33Dunedin $49
Typical Food Prices in Hongcun
Some typical examples of dining costs in Hongcun are as follows:
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Lunch for Two$4.91
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Breakfast of Dumplings$2.10
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dunedin
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Dunedin.
- Delicious walking food tour of Dunedin: $134
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hongcun $17Dunedin $17
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hongcun
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Hongcun are as follows:
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Two Entrance Tickets$29
Tours and Activities in Dunedin
Here are a few actual costs in Dunedin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Hidden Tūhura Otago Museum Experience: $8.93
- Explore Self-Guided Audio Tour Adventure: $14
- Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour: $15
- Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket: $27
- Larnach Castle & Gardens Admission Ticket: $28
- Garden and City tour: $36
- Wildlife and Penguin Tour: $39
- Heritage Dunedin City Walking Guided Tour: $39
- Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch: $39
- Monarch - One Hour Wildlife Cruise: $41
- Wildlife and Penguin Tour: $43
- Shore Excursion: V8 Trike, Peninsula and City Tour: $48
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHongcun $14Dunedin $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Dunedin
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Dunedin:
- Emerson's Brewery Tour: $24
- Speight's Brewery Tour & Guided Tasting: $27
- Speight's Brewery Guided Tour with Tasting: $27
- City Sights Tour, Distillery & Lunch all inclusive: $138
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hongcun and Dunedin, we can see that Dunedin is more expensive. And not only is Hongcun much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Hongcun is in Asia and Dunedin 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 Hongcun would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hongcun 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 Dunedin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dunedin than you might in Hongcun.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hongcun Expensive? and Is Dunedin 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.