Which place is cheaper, Yangshuo or Islamabad?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Islamabad or Yangshuo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Islamabad and Yangshuo 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: Islamabad or Yangshuo?
Islamabad
Islamabad is the capital of Pakistan, specially built in the 1960's to replace the former capital, Karachi. Most of the city's population are employees of the government, though many people come from all over Pakistan to enjoy the city's peaceful atmosphere and green spaces, museums, and monuments.
Yangshuo
A county of the city, Guilin, Yangshuo is located in a region famous for its karst topography. Surrounded by jagged mountain peaks and bordered on one side by the Li River, Yangshuo has become a popular home base for tourists looking to explore the region's natural wonders. Backpackers and tourists, both foreign and domestic, come to Yangshuo every year making it a city of many cultures. Most locals are even able to speak English, which is fairly uncommon for Chinese cities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Pakistan, The Best Cultural Tours in Pakistan, The Best Budget Tours to China, and The Best Tours for Seniors to China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIslamabad $42Yangshuo $72
The average daily cost (per person) in Islamabad is $42, while the average daily cost in Yangshuo is $72. 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 Islamabad and Yangshuo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIslamabad $20Yangshuo $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIslamabad $40Yangshuo $50
Compare Hotels in Islamabad and Yangshuo
Looking for a hotel in Islamabad or Yangshuo? 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: Islamabad Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Islamabad $7.68Yangshuo $42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Islamabad
Also for Islamabad, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transit Trip: Murree Exploration Day Trip & Round Trip Airport Transfer: $140
- Private Transfer from Islamabad Airport to Pakistan: $61
- Islamabad International Airport Departure Drop off Transfer : $55
- Premium Services: Islamabad International Airport Transfer - Departures: $55
- Premium Services: Islamabad International Airport Transfer - Arrival: $55
- Islamabad International Airport Arrival Pick up Transfer: $55
- Private Chauffeur: Arrival Transfer Airport Pick up (Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore): $50
- Islamabad International Airport Transfer - ARRIVAL: $40
- Islamabad International Airport Transfer - DEPARTURE: $40
- Islamabad International Airport Transfer: $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangshuo
Also for Yangshuo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Longsheng hotel: $107
- Private Impression Sanjie Liu Evening Show with Hotel Transfer: $88
- Impression Liu Sanjie - Ticket Booking (including Round-trip Transfer): $75
- Yangshuo Rock Climbing with Hotel Transfer (3 hours): $69
- Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin Train Stations: $49
- Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin International Airport (KWL): $49
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $48
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Guilin hotel: $37
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo(Xingping) Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $21
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Yangshuo hotel: $21
Is it cheaper to fly into Islamabad or Yangshuo?
Prices for flights to both Yangshuo and Islamabad 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 dayIslamabad $15Yangshuo $19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yangshuo
For Yangshuo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3-Hour Yangshuo Cooking Class with Yangshuo Town Shopping: $138
- Yangshuo Full Day Tour: Cooking class, River boat, Light Show: $259
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Islamabad $9.48Yangshuo $23
Tours and Activities in Islamabad
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Islamabad.
- 5-Hour Private Guided Tour in Islamabad City: $130
- Best of Islamabad Half Day Tour With Meal At Monal Restaurant (Morn & Eve Slots): $100
- From 15 Day Trekking Tour of Thalay and Nangma: $3,070
- From 9-Day Colors of Hunza Valley Cultural Tour: $2,065
- From Full Day Guided Taxila Ruins Exploration Tour: $150
- From Full Day Historical Peshawar Guided City Tour: $160
- From Skardu and Baltistan Cultural Tour with Food: $2,339
- Full Day Private Guided Tour of Taxila Gandahara Civilization : $140
- Full-Day Sightseeing Tour Of Islamabad: $80
- Full-day Essential Islamabad Tour: $150
- Islamabad City Tour : $150
- Islamabad City Tour With Faisal Mosque, Pakistan Monument & Lunch : $110
Tours and Activities in Yangshuo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Yangshuo.
- Longji Rice Terraces Day Tour from Yangshuo hotel: $181
- Yangshuo Helicopter Tour from Yangshuo hotel: $149
- 1 Day - Yangshuo Bike Tour: $80
- 1-Day Longji Rice Terraces hiking tour from Guilin/Yangshuo hotel: $188
- 1-Day Tour: Yangshuo Yulong Bamboo Boat and Ruyi Peak Cable Car: $149
- 2 Day - Longji Rice Terraces - Sunrise Hiking Tour: $280
- Full-Day Li-River Tour from Yangshuo to Yangdi With the English Speaking Driver: $159
- Full-day Tour: Longji Rice Terraces & Minority Villages: $146
- Full/Half-Day Yangshuo Xianggong Hill Sunrise Private Tour: $136
- Guilin Highlight Sightseeing Private Day City Tour: $139
- Guilin Tea plantation and Longji Rice Terraces Day Tour from Yangshuo hotel: $181
- Guilin Yangshuo Day tour from Guangzhou by Round Way Bullet Train: $212
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIslamabad $2.88Yangshuo $33
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Islamabad and Yangshuo, we can see that Yangshuo is more expensive. And not only is Islamabad much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Islamabad would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Islamabad 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 Yangshuo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yangshuo than you might in Islamabad.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Islamabad Expensive? and Is Yangshuo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Islamabad or Yangshuo?
Islamabad has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Yangshuo. When comparing the sizes of Islamabad and Yangshuo, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit Islamabad or Yangshuo?
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 Islamabad or Yangshuo in the Summer?
Both Yangshuo and Islamabad are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
The heat can be very extreme in Islamabad. In the summer, Islamabad is around the same temperature as Yangshuo. Typically, the summer temperatures in Islamabad in July average around 32°C (90°F), and Yangshuo averages at about 30°C (86°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Yangshuo. It's quite rainy in Islamabad. In July, Islamabad usually receives more rain than Yangshuo. Islamabad gets 237 mm (9.3 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyIslamabad 32°C (90°F)Yangshuo 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Islamabad or Yangshuo in the Autumn?
Both Yangshuo and Islamabad during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In October, Islamabad is generally a little warmer than Yangshuo. Daily temperatures in Islamabad average around 26°C (80°F), and Yangshuo fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Islamabad usually gets less rain in October than Yangshuo. Islamabad gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberIslamabad 26°C (80°F)Yangshuo 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Islamabad or Yangshuo in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Islamabad and Yangshuo.
Islamabad is a little warmer than Yangshuo in the winter. The daily temperature in Islamabad averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Yangshuo fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
In January, Islamabad usually receives less rain than Yangshuo. Islamabad gets 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryIslamabad 14°C (57°F)Yangshuo 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Islamabad or Yangshuo in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Islamabad as well as Yangshuo.
In the spring, Islamabad is a little warmer than Yangshuo. Typically, the spring temperatures in Islamabad in April average around 27°C (80°F), and Yangshuo averages at about 20°C (68°F).
It's quite rainy in Yangshuo. Islamabad usually gets less rain in April than Yangshuo. Islamabad gets 37 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilIslamabad 27°C (80°F)Yangshuo 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Yangshuo and Islamabad
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (80°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) |
| May | 32°C (89°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) |
| Jun | 35°C (94°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) |
| Jul | 32°C (90°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Aug | 31°C (89°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (87°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (80°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
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