Which place is cheaper, Guangzhou or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
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Should you visit Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) or Guangzhou?
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 Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Guangzhou. 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: Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) or Guangzhou?
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.
Guangzhou
With a population of more than 12 million, Guangzhou is the third largest city in China after Beijing and Shanghai. Though it has a long history, founded in 214 BC, the city has also many modern attractions, a mix of the old and new with temples and parks as well as skyscrapers and shopping centers. Its location on the Pearl River has contributed to this growth, making Guangzhou a major port and commercial hub.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in China, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in China, The Best 2-Week Tours in China, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHuangshan (Yellow Mountain) $57Guangzhou $89
The average daily cost (per person) in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) is $57, while the average daily cost in Guangzhou is $89. 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 Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Guangzhou in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHuangshan (Yellow Mountain) $25Guangzhou $57
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHuangshan (Yellow Mountain) $50Guangzhou $114
Compare Hotels in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Guangzhou
Looking for a hotel in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) or Guangzhou? 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.Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $10Guangzhou $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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guangzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guangzhou:
- Guangzhou Downtown Hotel - Baiyun Airport OneWay Private Transfer: $35
- Guangzhou Chimelong International Circus Private Transfer Service: $38
- Private Baiyun Airport Arrival Transfer to Guangzhou City Area: $49
- Private Baiyun Airport Transfer to Guangzhou Railway or East Railway Station: $49
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou City Center to South Railway Station: $49
- Private Baiyun Airport Arrival Transfer to Canton Fair Pazhou Complex: $49
- Private Baiyun Airport Arrival Transfer to Guangzhou South Railway Station : $53
- Guangzhou airport to hotel private transfer : $57
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Chauffeur Service , To Guangzhou Transfer,Pickup: $59
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou city hotels to Shekou Cruise Port: $61
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer in Guangzhou APT-HTL (CAN): $62
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer in Guangzhou HTL-APT (CAN): $62
Is it cheaper to fly into Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) or Guangzhou?
Prices for flights to both Guangzhou and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 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 dayHuangshan (Yellow Mountain) $19Guangzhou $19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guangzhou
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guangzhou.
- Guangzhou Evening Food Tour Through Local Neighborhood: $65
- Guangzhou walking tour with dimsum dinner&Zhujiang river cruise: $100
- Yum Cha Dim Sum Dinner and Pearl River Night Cruise Private Tour : $110
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour VIP Cruise and Dim-Sum Dinner Option: $146
- 3-Hour Guangzhou Private Cooking Class with Local Market Visit : $165
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour with Canton Tower and Dim-Sum Dinner: $176
- Private Guangzhou Food Tour Michelin Restaurant&Local Food Market: $180
- Cantonese Dim Sum Dinner with Pearl River Night Cruise in Guangzhou: $199
- Guangzhou Pearl River Night Cruise and Din Tai Feng Dinner: $199
- Guangzhou Private Night Tour: Lychee Bay, Beijing Road, Cruise, Dinner: $204
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $27Guangzhou $18
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$64
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Two Cable Car Passes$22
Tours and Activities in Guangzhou
Here are a few actual costs in Guangzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Foshan Classic Old Town Tour : $15
- Guangzhou Pearl River Night Cruise Ticket (Redemption Required): $21
- Original Martial Arts Tour : $40
- Discovery more Guangzhou evening foodie tour with locals : $65
- 5-Hour Sai Kwan Walking Tour with Unique Food Tasting: $72
- Guided Cycle Tour of Guangzhou: $75
- Guangzhou Self-Guided Tour with Private Car and Driver Service: $75
- Guangzhou Pearl River Night Cruise Tour: $77
- Small Group Guangzhou Layover Tour: $87
- Guangzhou Foodie Tour: $88
- Walking Tour of Xiguan Ancient Town: $89
- 4-Hour Private Tour to Museum of Nanyue King & Academy of Clan Chen in Guangzhou: $91
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHuangshan (Yellow Mountain) $15Guangzhou $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Guangzhou, we can see that Guangzhou is more expensive. And not only is Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 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 Guangzhou would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Guangzhou than you might in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain).
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) Expensive? and Is Guangzhou Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) or Guangzhou?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) or Guangzhou in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Guangzhou.
In the summer, Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) is around the same temperature as Guangzhou. Typically, the summer temperatures in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in July average around 29°C (85°F), and Guangzhou averages at about 29°C (84°F).
Guangzhou receives a lot of rain in the summer. Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) usually receives less rain than Guangzhou. Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) gets 185 mm (7.3 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHuangshan (Yellow Mountain) 29°C (85°F)Guangzhou 29°C (84°F)
Should I visit Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) or Guangzhou in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) as well as Guangzhou.
In October, Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) is generally cooler than Guangzhou. Daily temperatures in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) average around 19°C (65°F), and Guangzhou fluctuates around 25°C (76°F).
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Guangzhou. Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) gets 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHuangshan (Yellow Mountain) 19°C (65°F)Guangzhou 25°C (76°F)
Should I visit Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) or Guangzhou in the Winter?
Both Guangzhou and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) can be very cold during winter. Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) is much colder than Guangzhou in the winter. The daily temperature in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) averages around 4°C (40°F) in January, and Guangzhou fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
In January, Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) usually receives less rain than Guangzhou. Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHuangshan (Yellow Mountain) 4°C (40°F)Guangzhou 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) or Guangzhou in the Spring?
Both Guangzhou and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) during the spring are popular places to visit.
In the spring, Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) is cooler than Guangzhou. Typically, the spring temperatures in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in April average around 17°C (62°F), and Guangzhou averages at about 22°C (72°F).
Guangzhou gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Guangzhou. Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 182 mm (7.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHuangshan (Yellow Mountain) 17°C (62°F)Guangzhou 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Guangzhou and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 4°C (40°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (42°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (51°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 182 mm (7.2 in) |
| May | 22°C (71°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 235 mm (9.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.1 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 121 mm (4.7 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (65°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (44°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
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