Which place is cheaper, Rotorua or Longsheng?
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 Longsheng or Rotorua?
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 Rotorua. 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 Rotorua?
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.
Rotorua
Located on the banks of Lake Rotorua, Rotorua is famous as the thermal wonderland of New Zealand. The area has a variety of geothermal sights, but it is also close to several lakes and has more traditional activities as well, including fishing, boating and white water rafting.
Rotorua is located in the Taupo Volcanic Zone, which is the largest volcano in the area. There are four major volcanic calderas that now have lakes, and several other volcanoes in the area. Rotorua sits on top of a thermal hot spring, and there are many vents and hot pools throughout the area. Many of the hot pools and sights are located within parks, with some of the best being Waimangu Volcanic Valley, Rainbow Springs Nature Park, and Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland.
Rotorua has a warm, temperate climate. Because of the area's inland location, it has less wind than many places in New Zealand. Temperatures during the winter months can fall to below freezing, but snow is incredibly rare.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in China, The Best Adventure Tours to China, The Best 2-Week Tours in New Zealand, and The Best Bicycle Tours in New Zealand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLongsheng $105Rotorua $114
The average daily cost (per person) in Longsheng is $105, while the average daily cost in Rotorua is $114. 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 Rotorua in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLongsheng $21Rotorua $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLongsheng $42Rotorua $96
Compare Hotels in Longsheng and Rotorua
Looking for a hotel in Longsheng or Rotorua? 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: Rotorua Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Longsheng $42Rotorua $4.99
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rotorua
Also for Rotorua, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Rotorua to Auckland Afternoon Transfer with Waitomo Glow Worms: $186
Is it cheaper to fly into Longsheng or Rotorua?
Prices for flights to both Rotorua 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 $61Rotorua $50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rotorua
For Rotorua, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Mitai Maori Village: Cultural Experience and Dinner Buffet: $98
- Te Puia: Te Pō Indigenous Evening Experience - Haka + Dinner: $113
- Te Puia: Te Pō Indigenous Evening Experience with Dinner: $117
- Te Pa Tu Māori Cultural Experience with Dinner: $156
- Te Puia: Te Pō Indigenous Combo - Tour, Dinner + Haka: $161
- Evening Starlight Gourmet Kayak Tour with dinner: $202
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Longsheng $8.51Rotorua $34
Typical Entertainment Prices in Rotorua
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Rotorua's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Lunch Out for Two$27
Tours and Activities in Rotorua
For Rotorua, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 4x4 Self Drive Yamaha Experience : $90
- Agrodome Farm Experience including Farm Show and Farm Tour - Rotorua: $35
- Auckland: One-Way Tour to Rotorua with Waitomo Caves: $181
- Auckland: Rotorua Highlights Tour with Wai-O-Tapu & Hot Tubs: $204
- Auckland: Rotorua Highlights inc Te Puia Tour & Redwoods: $208
- Auckland: Rotorua Highlights inc Wai O Tapu & Te Puia Tour: $225
- Auckland: Rotorua Highlights with Te Puia Tour, Show & Lunch: $228
- Cultural Experience & Seasonal Māori Cuisine at Te Pā Tū : $162
- From Auckland: Rotorua Private Day Tour with Spa Experience: $585
- From HELL's GATE Geothermal MUD BATH Half Day Tour: $159
- From Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with Festive Lunch: $177
- From WAI-O-TAPU Geothermal Wonderland Half-Day Tour: $103
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLongsheng $8.01Rotorua $12
Typical Alcohol Prices in Rotorua
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Rotorua:
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Bottle of Wine$11
When comparing the travel costs between Longsheng and Rotorua, we can see that Rotorua is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Longsheng is in Asia and Rotorua is in Pacific, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Longsheng Expensive? and Is Rotorua Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Longsheng or Rotorua?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Rotorua 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 Rotorua in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Longsheng and Rotorua. Furthermore, the summer months attract visitors to Rotorua because of the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Longsheng is much warmer than Rotorua. Typically, the summer temperatures in Longsheng in July average around 30°C (86°F), and Rotorua averages at about 12°C (54°F)in January.
Longsheng gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Longsheng usually receives more rain than Rotoruain January. Longsheng gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Rotorua receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryLongsheng 30°C (86°F)Rotorua 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Longsheng or Rotorua in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Longsheng as well as Rotorua. Additionally, the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Rotorua this time of year.
In October, Longsheng is generally a little warmer than Rotoruain April. Daily temperatures in Longsheng average around 23°C (73°F), and Rotorua fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
Longsheng usually gets more rain in October than Rotoruain April. Longsheng gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Rotorua receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilLongsheng 23°C (73°F)Rotorua 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Longsheng or Rotorua in the Winter?
Both Rotorua and Longsheng are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Rotorua for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Longsheng is much colder than Rotorua in the winter. The daily temperature in Longsheng averages around 10°C (49°F) in January, and Rotorua fluctuates around 26°C (79°F)in July.
In January, Longsheng usually receives more rain than Rotoruain July. Longsheng gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Rotorua receives 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyLongsheng 10°C (49°F)Rotorua 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Longsheng or Rotorua in the Spring?
Both Rotorua and Longsheng during the spring are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Rotorua in the spring for the natural beauty.
In the spring, Longsheng is around the same temperature as Rotorua. Typically, the spring temperatures in Longsheng in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Rotorua averages at about 19°C (66°F)in October.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Longsheng. Longsheng usually gets more rain in April than Rotoruain October. Longsheng gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Rotorua receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberLongsheng 20°C (68°F)Rotorua 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Rotorua and Longsheng
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 41 mm (1.6 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.