Which place is cheaper, Pattaya or Mount Kailash?
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 Mount Kailash or Pattaya?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Mount Kailash or Pattaya? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Mount Kailash or Pattaya?
Mount Kailash
The main point of entry to Mount Kailash is a small village called Darchen. Once an important sheep station for nomads and their flocks, the village has now grown to provide for the pilgrims wishing to embark towards Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar. It contains a number of guest houses and restaurants as well as a hotel where pilgrims must get permission from the Public Security Bureau to make the trek around the mountain. Also in the village are a handful of small stores and kiosks, as well as some grounds for camping. It is about 330 km (a one-day bus drive) from the town of Shiquanhe to the northeast, where Gunsa Airport is located, offering flights twice a week to Lhasa and Chengdu.
Pattaya
Go where the locals go. If that is your vacation motto, you will want to take a look at the popular weekend getaway of Pattaya, Thailand. This seaside resort on the Eastern Gulf Coast of Thailand is just outside of Bangkok, and full of resorts, beer bars and beaches.
Hosting more than five million visitors a year, Pattaya is easily accessed from the capital and the airport. Keep in mind, the sex tourism industry is still a large money earner for this city, but efforts by local authorities have created resorts and attractions for families and vacationers from all around the world.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Bangkok, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Phuket.
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Mount Kailash Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMount Kailash $95Pattaya $88
The average daily cost (per person) in Mount Kailash is $95, while the average daily cost in Pattaya is $88. 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 Mount Kailash and Pattaya in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMount Kailash $29Pattaya $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMount Kailash $58Pattaya $52
Compare Hotels in Mount Kailash and Pattaya
Looking for a hotel in Mount Kailash or Pattaya? 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: Pattaya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mount Kailash $33Pattaya $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pattaya
Also for Pattaya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Admission Ticket to Underwater World Pattaya with Return Transfer: $51
- Airport Private Transfers from Pattaya City to Suvarnabhumi BKK: $71
- Alcazar Cabaret Show Pattaya Ticket with Transfer From Hotel: $27
- Alcazar Show Pattaya with private hotel Transfer: $35
- All Star Cruise Pattaya with Private Hotel Transfer: $73
- Art in Paradise Entry Ticket with Private Transfer: $36
- Art in Paradise Pattaya 3D Museum with Private Hotel Transfer: $43
- Bangkok Airport Private Transfer To or From Pattaya City: $79
- Big Bee farm Pattaya ( Entry & Return Transfers): $15
- Colosseum Cabaret Show Pattaya, Tickets & Transfers: $31
- Colosseum Cabaret Show in Pattaya with Hotel Transfer: $30
- Colosseum Show Pattaya Ticket with Private Hotel Transfers: $29
Is it cheaper to fly into Mount Kailash or Pattaya?
Prices for flights to both Pattaya and Mount Kailash 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 dayMount Kailash $45Pattaya $40
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pattaya
For Pattaya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Ocean Sky Dinner Cruise with Live Cabaret Show in Pattaya: $43
- Pattaya Bites Food Tour with 14+ Tastings: $49
- Pattaya Plates Food Tour with 14+ Tastings: $49
- Pattaya Night Guided Tour with Dinner: $51
- Atlantis Ocean Sky PLUS Pattaya Luxury Sunset Dinner Cruise: $67
- Thai Cooking Class in Pattaya: $73
- Koh Samet Island Tour with Dinner and Fire Show from Pattaya: $85
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mount Kailash $17Pattaya $23
Tours and Activities in Pattaya
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pattaya.
- Pattaya Floating Market Tickets: $3.03
- Pattaya Park Tower Amusement Park Ticket and Revolving Restaurant: $3.04
- Coral Island Getaway: Pattaya Day Tour with Scenic Beaches: $4.34
- Experience The Floating Market in Pattaya: $6.00
- Art in Paradise Pattaya Entrance (Ticket Only): $7.60
- Coral Island Tour by Speedboat with Indian Lunch: $7.91
- Pattaya Underwater World Admission Ticket: $8.48
- Pattaya Sheep Farm Entrance Tickets: $8.50
- Entry Ticket for Art in Paradise 3D Art Museum in Pattaya: $9.56
- Mini Siam Miniature World in Pattaya Admission Ticket: $9.73
- Mini Siam Miniature World at Pattaya Admission Ticket: $9.76
- Underwater World Pattaya (Ticket Only): $9.97
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMount Kailash $2.95Pattaya $8.77
Sample the Local Flavors in Pattaya
Also in Pattaya, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pattaya Bar Crawl: $24
When comparing the travel costs between Mount Kailash and Pattaya, we can see that Mount Kailash 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. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mount Kailash Expensive? and Is Pattaya Expensive?.
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.