Which place is cheaper, Wellington 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 Wellington?
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 Wellington. 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 Wellington?
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.
Wellington
Wellington is the capital and second largest city in New Zealand. It sits on the southwestern edge of the North Island between Cook Strait and the Rimutaka Range. It's a beautiful setting that is encircled by mountains giving it a beautiful backdrop. There are also many cultural sights and attractions around town. Wellington really is the perfect mix of New Zealand's natural beauty and a vibrant urban core. The film industry is also prevelant in the city. The city's production centers have helped create Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit trilogies, Avatar, Tin Tin, and District 9.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in China, The Best Adventure Tours to China, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in New Zealand, and The Best Adventure Tours to New Zealand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLongsheng $105Wellington $124
The average daily cost (per person) in Longsheng is $105, while the average daily cost in Wellington is $124. 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 Wellington in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLongsheng $21Wellington $60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLongsheng $42Wellington $120
Compare Hotels in Longsheng and Wellington
Looking for a hotel in Longsheng or Wellington? 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: Wellington Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Longsheng $42Wellington $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Wellington
Also for Wellington, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Wellington Airport(WLG) to Wellington-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $156
- Private Transfer from Wellington hotels to Wellington Cruise Port: $106
- WLG Airport to City Private RoundTrip Transfer: $93
- Private Airport Transfer Service Vice Versa in Wellington by SUV: $75
- Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour: $59
- Private Large SUV Airport Transfers Wellington - Executive Travel: $58
- Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket + Transfer: $57
- Private Transfer from Wellington Airport (WLG) to Wellington Port: $26
- Private Transfer from Wellington Port to Wellington Airport (WLG): $26
Is it cheaper to fly into Longsheng or Wellington?
Prices for flights to both Wellington 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 $61Wellington $51
Typical Food Prices in Wellington
For Wellington, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner$8.87
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Wellington
For Wellington, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3 Hour Walking Food Tour: $125
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Longsheng $8.51Wellington $16
Tours and Activities in Wellington
For Wellington, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Auckland: Wētā Workshop Unleashed Creative Classes Ticket: $38
- Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament: $33
- Craft beers & car museum - Half Day Tour incl beverage samples: $99
- Craft beers & car museums - Full Day Tour incl beverage samples: $168
- Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour : $53
- From Half-Day Foodie Tour of the Wairarapa: $108
- From Kapiti Island Classic Guided Day Tour: $289
- From Martinborough Winery Tour: $111
- From Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Tour: $127
- Full Day Guided Wellington Tour including Cable Car: $150
- Full Day Lord of the Rings Tour: $177
- Full Day Tour of Wellington: $177
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLongsheng $8.01Wellington $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Wellington
Also in Wellington, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wellington Craft Brewery Half-Day Guided Tour with Tastings: $99
- From Martinborough Wine Tasting Tour: $168
- Exclusive Martinborough Wine Tour: $210
- Chefs Private Martinborough wine tour with Gourmet Lunch: $391
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Longsheng and Wellington, we can see that Wellington 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 Wellington 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 Wellington would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Wellington 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 Wellington Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Longsheng or Wellington?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Wellington 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 Wellington in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Longsheng and Wellington. Also, many travelers come to Wellington for the beaches, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
Longsheng is much warmer than Wellington in the summer. The daily temperature in Longsheng averages around 30°C (86°F) in July, and Wellington fluctuates around 18°C (64°F)in January.
Longsheng gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Longsheng usually receives more rain than Wellingtonin January. Longsheng gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Wellington receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryLongsheng 30°C (86°F)Wellington 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Longsheng or Wellington in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Longsheng as well as Wellington. Also, many visitors come to Wellington in the autumn for the hiking trails and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Longsheng is much warmer than Wellington. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Longsheng in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Wellington averages at about 15°C (58°F)in April.
Longsheng usually gets more rain in October than Wellingtonin April. Longsheng gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Wellington receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilLongsheng 23°C (73°F)Wellington 15°C (58°F)
Should I visit Longsheng or Wellington in the Winter?
Both Wellington and Longsheng are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Wellington for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In January, Longsheng is generally around the same temperature as Wellingtonin July. Daily temperatures in Longsheng average around 10°C (49°F), and Wellington fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Wellington. In January, Longsheng usually receives less rain than Wellingtonin July. Longsheng gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Wellington receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyLongsheng 10°C (49°F)Wellington 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Longsheng or Wellington in the Spring?
Both Wellington and Longsheng during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to Wellington because of the beaches.
Longsheng is much warmer than Wellington in the spring. The daily temperature in Longsheng averages around 20°C (68°F) in April, and Wellington fluctuates around 13°C (55°F)in October.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Longsheng. Longsheng usually gets more rain in April than Wellingtonin October. Longsheng gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Wellington receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberLongsheng 20°C (68°F)Wellington 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Wellington and Longsheng
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 69 mm (2.7 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.