Which place is cheaper, Tiger Leaping Gorge or Nanchang?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Nanchang or Tiger Leaping Gorge?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Nanchang and Tiger Leaping Gorge can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Nanchang or Tiger Leaping Gorge?
Nanchang
Capital of Jiangxi Province, Nanchang is a city of southern China with a significant history. Landmarks like the Tengwang Pavilion represent the city's distant past, while its nickname - "the city of Heroes" - comes from the 1927 Nanchang Uprising when the Communist Party began. Today the city serves as a center for politics, economy, culture, science, education, commerce, and transportation.
Tiger Leaping Gorge
One of the deepest gorges in the world, Tiger Leaping Gorge gets its name from legend, where a tiger used a great rock in the center of the gorge as a stepping stone to leap from one side to the other. It is surrounded by stunning mountain scenery on either side with the Yangtze River rushing down through its center. Visitors come to Tiger Leaping Gorge to hike and witness its natural beauty.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China, and The Best Historical Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNanchang $58Tiger Leaping Gorge $42
The average daily cost (per person) in Nanchang is $58, while the average daily cost in Tiger Leaping Gorge is $42. 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 Nanchang and Tiger Leaping Gorge in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNanchang $20Tiger Leaping Gorge $13
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNanchang $40Tiger Leaping Gorge $26
Compare Hotels in Nanchang and Tiger Leaping Gorge
Looking for a hotel in Nanchang or Tiger Leaping Gorge? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nanchang $11Tiger Leaping Gorge $17
Is it cheaper to fly into Nanchang or Tiger Leaping Gorge?
Prices for flights to both Tiger Leaping Gorge and Nanchang 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 dayNanchang $32Tiger Leaping Gorge $16
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nanchang $4.57Tiger Leaping Gorge $15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNanchang $6.32Tiger Leaping Gorge $6.37
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nanchang and Tiger Leaping Gorge, we can see that Nanchang is more expensive. And not only is Tiger Leaping Gorge much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tiger Leaping Gorge would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tiger Leaping Gorge 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 Nanchang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nanchang than you might in Tiger Leaping Gorge.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nanchang Expensive? and Is Tiger Leaping Gorge 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.