Which place is cheaper, Khao Yai National Park or Kobe?
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 Kobe or Khao Yai National Park?
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 Kobe and Khao Yai National Park. 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: Kobe or Khao Yai National Park?
Kobe
Located between the sea and the Rokko mountain range, Kobe is a port city in Japan also considered to be one of the country's most attractive. Though it was devastated by a historic earthquake in 1995, known locally as the Great Hanshin Earthquake, Kobe has fully recovered to its cosmopolitan splendor with plenty for visitors to see and do.
Khao Yai National Park
Adventurous travelers are always in search of new terrain to conquer. At over 2,000 square kilometers, Khao Yai National Park is Thailand's second largest national park, and just full of jungles to trek through. In the southwest of Thailand is a sanctuary of mountains and waterfalls.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Tokyo, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Japan, The Best Adventure Tours to Thailand, and The Best Eco Tours in Thailand.
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Kobe Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKobe $130Khao Yai National Park $85
The average daily cost (per person) in Kobe is $130, while the average daily cost in Khao Yai National Park is $85. 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 Kobe and Khao Yai National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKobe $63Khao Yai National Park $41
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKobe $126Khao Yai National Park $82
Compare Hotels in Kobe and Khao Yai National Park
Looking for a hotel in Kobe or Khao Yai 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: Kobe Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kobe $14Khao Yai National Park $16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kobe
Also for Kobe, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Kobe Port to Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX): $176
- Private Transfer from Kobe Port to Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX): $71
- Private Transfer from Kobe Cruise Port to Kobe Airport (UKB): $71
- Private Transfer from Kobe Cruise Port to Kobe Airport (UKB): $91
- Private Transfer from Kobe Airport (UKB) to Kobe Cruise Port: $71
- Private Transfer Kobe Airport UKB to Osaka and Kobe City: $58
- Private Arrival Transfer From Kobe Airport to Kobe City: $155
- Kobe to Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX) - Departure Private Transfer: $76
- Kobe hotels to Kobe Airport (UKB) - Departure Private Transfer: $71
- Kobe City: Private transfer to/from Kansai Airport: $176
- Kobe City: Private transfer to/from Itami Airport: $115
- Kobe Airport Transfers : Kobe City to Kobe Airport UKB in Business Van: $178
Is it cheaper to fly into Kobe or Khao Yai National Park?
Prices for flights to both Khao Yai National Park and Kobe 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 dayKobe $54Khao Yai National Park $33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kobe
For Kobe, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Okonomiyaki Cooking Class: Create Your Own Savory Pancake: $55
- Kobe Home Cooking Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class: $61
- Shinkaichi Evening Food Tour with Local Guide: $71
- Shinkaichi Evening Food Tour with Local Guide: $72
- Discover Kobe's Flavors On A Cooking Class: $76
- Kobe Private Food Tour with Local Guide: $95
- Cooking Class with Kobe Beef Sukiyaki and Origami: $101
- Eat Like a Local Private & Personalized Food Tour: $224
- Private tour in Kobe with beef dinner: $487
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kobe $24Khao Yai National Park $10
Tours and Activities in Kobe
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Kobe.
- Kobe to Setouchi Triennale Art Festival Day Tour : $264
- 1-Day Kobe Highlights Tour including Sake Tasting: $178
- 1-Day Walking Tour around Kobe : Mountains, Sea and Sake: $143
- 4-Hour Multicultural Kobe Walking Tour with Genuine Kobe Beef : $177
- Arima Onsen History Tour: $46
- Classic Kobe GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $14
- Cruise Shore Excursion: Kobe Sake Tasting with Local Guide: $108
- Full Day Walking Tour Around Kobe Mountains Sea and Sake: $159
- KOBE Sake Tasting Tour at Breweries (tasting fee included): $103
- KOBE Sake Tasting Tour at Breweries (tasting fee included): $108
- KOBE Sake Walking Tour in Japan's Top Sake Breweries: $88
- KOBE, SHIOYA, a quaint fishing town walking tour : $97
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKobe $8.87Khao Yai National Park $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Kobe
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kobe:
- Private Sake Tour and Tasting at a Kobe Brewery: $82
- Sake Brewery and Japanese Life Experience Tour in Kobe: $87
- Sake Brewery Tour with Tasting Sake: $88
- KOBE Sake brewery PRIVATE walking tour with Local guide: $89
- Sake Brewery Tour with Tasting and Kobe Beef Bites: $108
- 5-Hour Nadagogo Sake Brewery Private Guided Experience: $186
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kobe and Khao Yai National Park, we can see that Kobe is more expensive. And not only is Khao Yai National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Khao Yai National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Khao Yai 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 Kobe would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kobe than you might in Khao Yai National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kobe Expensive? and Is Khao Yai National Park Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Kobe or Khao Yai National Park?
Kobe has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Khao Yai National Park experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Kobe or Khao Yai National Park in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Kobe and Khao Yai National Park. Many visitors come to Kobe in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences. Khao Yai National Park attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the summer, Kobe is around the same temperature as Khao Yai National Park. Typically, the summer temperatures in Kobe in July average around 27°C (80°F), and Khao Yai National Park averages at about 28°C (83°F).
Kobe usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Khao Yai National Park during summer. Kobe gets 183 hours of sunny skies, while Khao Yai National Park receives 176 hours of full sun in the summer.
Khao Yai National Park receives a lot of rain in the summer. Kobe gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Kobe usually receives less rain than Khao Yai National Park. Kobe gets 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 315 mm (12.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKobe 27°C (80°F)Khao Yai National Park 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Kobe or Khao Yai National Park in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Kobe as well as Khao Yai National Park. Most visitors come to Kobe for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Khao Yai National Park throughout the year.
In October, Kobe is generally much colder than Khao Yai National Park. Daily temperatures in Kobe average around 18°C (65°F), and Khao Yai National Park fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Khao Yai National Park. In the autumn, Kobe often gets less sunshine than Khao Yai National Park. Kobe gets 159 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Khao Yai National Park receives 206 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Khao Yai National Park. Kobe receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Kobe usually gets less rain in October than Khao Yai National Park. Kobe gets 102 mm (4 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 173 mm (6.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKobe 18°C (65°F)Khao Yai National Park 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Kobe or Khao Yai National Park in the Winter?
Both Khao Yai National Park and Kobe are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The winter months attract visitors to Kobe because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Plenty of visitors come to Khao Yai National Park because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Kobe is much colder than Khao Yai National Park in the winter. The daily temperature in Kobe averages around 5°C (42°F) in January, and Khao Yai National Park fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
It's quite sunny in Khao Yai National Park. Kobe usually receives less sunshine than Khao Yai National Park during winter. Kobe gets 140 hours of sunny skies, while Khao Yai National Park receives 276 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Kobe usually receives more rain than Khao Yai National Park. Kobe gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKobe 5°C (42°F)Khao Yai National Park 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Kobe or Khao Yai National Park in the Spring?
Both Khao Yai National Park and Kobe during the spring are popular places to visit. The activities around the city are the main draw to Kobe this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Khao Yai National Park year-round.
In the spring, Kobe is much colder than Khao Yai National Park. Typically, the spring temperatures in Kobe in April average around 15°C (58°F), and Khao Yai National Park averages at about 30°C (87°F).
In Khao Yai National Park, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Kobe often gets less sunshine than Khao Yai National Park. Kobe gets 176 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Khao Yai National Park receives 262 hours of full sun.
Khao Yai National Park gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Kobe. Kobe usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Khao Yai National Park. Kobe gets 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 128 mm (5.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKobe 15°C (58°F)Khao Yai National Park 30°C (87°F)
Typical Weather for Khao Yai National Park and Kobe
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (42°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (42°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (47°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (58°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 30°C (87°F) | 128 mm (5.1 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 225 mm (8.8 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 219 mm (8.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 277 mm (10.9 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 315 mm (12.4 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (83°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 385 mm (15.1 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 360 mm (14.2 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (65°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (46°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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.