Which place is cheaper, Byron Bay or Longsheng?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Longsheng or Byron Bay?
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 Longsheng and Byron Bay. 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: Longsheng or Byron Bay?
Longsheng
A county of the city, Guilin, Longsheng is a hub of several ethnic cultures that thrive on farming and tourism. It is located about 50 or so miles north of the Guilin city center. The region is perhaps most known for the Dragon's Backbone Rice Terraces located in Heping Township. These, along with many other natural features like hot springs, waterfalls, and meadows are a few of the main attractions that draw visitors to Longsheng.
Byron Bay
South of Brisbane, off the Pacific Highway, is the coastal town of Byron Bay. It is close to Cape Byron, which is the easternmost point in mainland Australia. Byron Bay makes its way onto most traveler's itineraries because of its wonderful beach activities. The area is world famous for its waves, making it popular with surfers, but it also has incredible scuba diving, whale watching, and a generally relaxed atmosphere. The area continues to rise in popularity with travelers and as such, amenities and facilities are popping up everywhere.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in China, The Best Adventure Tours to China, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Australia, and The Best Contiki Tours to Australia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLongsheng $78Byron Bay $139
The average daily cost (per person) in Longsheng is $78, while the average daily cost in Byron Bay is $139. 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 Longsheng and Byron Bay in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLongsheng $20Byron Bay $66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLongsheng $40Byron Bay $132
Compare Hotels in Longsheng and Byron Bay
Looking for a hotel in Longsheng or Byron Bay? 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: Byron Bay Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Longsheng $41Byron Bay $32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Byron Bay
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Byron Bay:
- Byron Bay Tandem Skydive with Transfer Options: $240
Is it cheaper to fly into Longsheng or Byron Bay?
Prices for flights to both Byron Bay and Longsheng 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 dayLongsheng $35Byron Bay $47
Typical Food Prices in Byron Bay
Some typical examples of dining costs in Byron Bay are as follows:
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Dinner at Olivo (for 2)$58
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Longsheng $8.38Byron Bay $35
Typical Entertainment Prices in Byron Bay
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Byron Bay are as follows:
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Buddha Gardens Spa (for 2)$123
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Surf Lesson$42
Tours and Activities in Byron Bay
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Byron Bay are as follows:
- 3-Hour Small-Group Byron Bay Tour: $66
- Beyond Byron Hinterland Tour: $132
- Broken Head Aboriginal Tour: $46
- Broken Head Aboriginal Tour: $45
- Brunswick River: Byron Sunset Eco Rainforest River Cruise: $62
- Byron Bay Half-Day Tour: $65
- Byron Bay Hinterland Tour Including Rainforest Walk to Minyon Falls: $112
- Byron Bay Hinterland: National Park and Waterfalls Tour: $110
- Byron Bay Lighthouse and Hinterland Tour: $66
- Byron Bay and Beyond Tour Including Cape Bryon Lighthouse Crystal Castle and Bangalow: $125
- Brunswick Heads Sunset Rainforest Eco-Cruise: $63
- Brunswick River Scenic Kayak Tour: $39
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLongsheng $7.89Byron Bay $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Byron Bay
Also in Byron Bay, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Arvo Session Brewery and Distillery Tour: $97
- Afternoon Brewery and Distillery session : $99
- Full-Day Brewery and Distillery Tour with Lunch: $127
- Full Barrel Brewery and Distillery tour: $129
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Longsheng and Byron Bay, we can see that Byron Bay is more expensive. And not only is Longsheng much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Longsheng is in Asia and Byron Bay 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 Longsheng would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Longsheng 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 Byron Bay would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Byron Bay than you might in Longsheng.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Longsheng Expensive? and Is Byron Bay Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Longsheng or Byron Bay?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Byron Bay is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Longsheng has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Longsheng or Byron Bay in the Summer?
Both Byron Bay and Longsheng during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Byron Bay because of the beaches, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
Longsheng is a little warmer than Byron Bay in the summer. The daily temperature in Longsheng averages around 30°C (86°F) in July, and Byron Bay fluctuates around 23°C (74°F)in January.
Byron Bay gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Longsheng. Longsheng usually gets more rain in July than Byron Bayin January. Longsheng gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Byron Bay receives 140 mm (5.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryLongsheng 30°C (86°F)Byron Bay 23°C (74°F)
Should I visit Longsheng or Byron Bay in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Longsheng and Byron Bay. Also, the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Byron Bay this time of year.
In the autumn, Longsheng is around the same temperature as Byron Bay. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Longsheng in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Byron Bay averages at about 20°C (69°F)in April.
Byron Bay receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Longsheng usually receives less rain than Byron Bayin April. Longsheng gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Byron Bay receives 133 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilLongsheng 23°C (73°F)Byron Bay 20°C (69°F)
Should I visit Longsheng or Byron Bay in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Longsheng as well as Byron Bay. Also, many travelers come to Byron Bay for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Longsheng is generally cooler than Byron Bayin July. Daily temperatures in Longsheng average around 10°C (49°F), and Byron Bay fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Longsheng usually gets more rain in January than Byron Bayin July. Longsheng gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Byron Bay receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyLongsheng 10°C (49°F)Byron Bay 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Longsheng or Byron Bay in the Spring?
Both Byron Bay and Longsheng are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Byron Bay in the spring for the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty.
Longsheng is around the same temperature as Byron Bay in the spring. The daily temperature in Longsheng averages around 20°C (68°F) in April, and Byron Bay fluctuates around 19°C (67°F)in October.
It's quite rainy in Longsheng. In April, Longsheng usually receives more rain than Byron Bayin October. Longsheng gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Byron Bay receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberLongsheng 20°C (68°F)Byron Bay 19°C (67°F)
Typical Weather for Byron Bay and Longsheng
| Longsheng | Byron Bay | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 133 mm (5.2 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 133 mm (5.2 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 32 mm (1.2 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 118 mm (4.6 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.