Which place is cheaper, Khao Sok National Park or Nanjing?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Nanjing or Khao Sok National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Nanjing or Khao Sok National Park? 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: Nanjing or Khao Sok National Park?
Nanjing
Nanjing is the capital city of the Jiangsu Province on the central eastern coast of China, just north of Shanghai. This historically and culturally rich city lies at the lower end of the Yangtze river, resulting in lush and scenic landscapes. Nanjing is well-known for having many popular historical sites, some of which have been listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Khao Sok National Park
In the south of Thailand, visitors will find a gorgeous getaway of pure nature. The Khao Sok National Park is a jungle reserve that covers over 700 square kilometers, and described as one of the most beautiful wildlife reserves in the country.
Many say this jungle is over 160 million years old making it one of the world's oldest rainforests. The lush environment of limestone, waterfalls and thickets of vegetation will make any wanderer eager to discover more. Keep your eyes peeled for bears, boars, gaurs, tapirs, gibbons, deer, marbled cats, wild elephants and more. Look to the sky for over 300 species of bird and 38 different types of bats.
You'll find the best time to book is from December to April, better known as the dry season. From June to October there is significantly more rain and the threat of monsoons. Not only does it rain on your parade, but also it causes the leeches to emerge.
To enter the park is a 300 baht fee for foreigners, 150 for children, and 40 for Thai citizens. If someone tries to sell you a ticket for more than that, simply buy one at the park entrance. When planning your stay remember that your entrance fee is only valid for 24 hours. If you're staying multiple days, you'll need to pay up front. Often if you're with a tour, the entrance fee is included in the tour price, but you should inquire about this to make sure.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in China, The Best 10-Day Tours in China, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Thailand, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNanjing $96Khao Sok National Park $88
The average daily cost (per person) in Nanjing is $96, while the average daily cost in Khao Sok National Park 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 Nanjing and Khao Sok National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNanjing $46Khao Sok National Park $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNanjing $92Khao Sok National Park $44
Compare Hotels in Nanjing and Khao Sok National Park
Looking for a hotel in Nanjing or Khao Sok National Park? 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.Nanjing $38Khao Sok National Park $64
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nanjing
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nanjing:
- Huangshan Tunxi International Airport Private Arrival Transfer to City Area: $20
- Nanjing Railway Station Private Transfer from City Center: $32
- Private Arrival Transfer to Nanjing City from Railway Station : $32
- Private Transfer between Nanjing Olympic Stadium and City Hotel: $33
- Private Departure Transfer:City Hotel to Nanjing Any Railway Station: $34
- Nanjing Railway Station Private Arrival Transfer to City Hotels: $35
- Nanjing Airport (NKG) to Nanjing - Arrival Private Transfer : $36
- Tangshan Hot Spring Resorts Private Transfer from Nanjing Railway Station: $44
- Nanjing Lukou International Airport Private Arrival Transfer to City Center: $45
- Private Departure Transfer from Nanjing City Center to Lukou Int'l Airport: $45
- Private Transfer to Nanjing Railway Station from Lukou Airport : $45
- Nanjing Railway Station Private Transfer to Lukou International Airport: $45
Is it cheaper to fly into Nanjing or Khao Sok National Park?
Prices for flights to both Khao Sok National Park and Nanjing 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 dayNanjing $28Khao Sok National Park $26
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nanjing
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nanjing.
- 3-Hour Nanjing Authentic Local Food Tour by Public Transportation: $93
- Flexible Private Nanjing City Night Tour with Dinner Option : $112
- Nanjing City Private Night Tour with Qinghuai River Cruise and Dinner Option: $114
- Nanjing Tangshan Mountain Hot Spring Experience and Hot Pot Dinner: $175
- Private Amazing Nanjing Airport Layover Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $181
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nanjing $9.27Khao Sok National Park $28
Tours and Activities in Nanjing
Here are a few actual costs in Nanjing for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Flexible Private Nanjing Independent Tour : $63
- Nanjing Self-Guided Day Tour with Private Car and Driver Service: $70
- Nanjing Private English Tour Guide Service: $75
- Private Amazing Nanjing City Day Tour in Your Way: $75
- Nanjing Professional English Tour Guide Service: $91
- Half-Day Nanjing Purple Mountain Private Tour in Your Way: $94
- Yangzhou Self-Guided Tour from Nanjing with Private Car and Driver Service : $94
- 4-Hour Nanjing City Private Tailor-Made Tour in Your Way : $109
- Half-Day Nanjing City Private Flexible Tour : $109
- 4-Hour Nanjing Private Tour: Xiaoling Tomb, Ming City Wall and Memorial Hall : $115
- Nanjing Private Flexible Day Tour with Ancient and Modern History: $119
- Half-Day Private Customized Nanjing City Tour: $122
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNanjing $9.46Khao Sok National Park $5.65
When comparing the travel costs between Nanjing and Khao Sok National Park, we can see that Nanjing 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 Nanjing Expensive? and Is Khao Sok National Park Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Nanjing or Khao Sok National Park?
Nanjing has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Khao Sok National Park experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Nanjing or Khao Sok National Park in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Nanjing and Khao Sok National Park. Khao Sok National Park attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the summer, Nanjing is around the same temperature as Khao Sok National Park. Typically, the summer temperatures in Nanjing in July average around 28°C (83°F), and Khao Sok National Park averages at about 28°C (82°F).
Khao Sok National Park receives a lot of rain in the summer. Nanjing gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Nanjing usually receives less rain than Khao Sok National Park. Nanjing gets 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Khao Sok National Park receives 284 mm (11.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNanjing 28°C (83°F)Khao Sok National Park 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Nanjing or Khao Sok National Park in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Nanjing as well as Khao Sok National Park. The warm climate attracts visitors to Khao Sok National Park throughout the year.
In October, Nanjing is generally much colder than Khao Sok National Park. Daily temperatures in Nanjing average around 17°C (63°F), and Khao Sok National Park fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It's quite rainy in Khao Sok National Park. Nanjing usually gets less rain in October than Khao Sok National Park. Nanjing gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Khao Sok National Park receives 351 mm (13.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNanjing 17°C (63°F)Khao Sok National Park 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Nanjing or Khao Sok National Park in the Winter?
Both Khao Sok National Park and Nanjing are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Khao Sok National Park because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Nanjing. Nanjing is much colder than Khao Sok National Park in the winter. The daily temperature in Nanjing averages around 3°C (37°F) in January, and Khao Sok National Park fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
In January, Nanjing usually receives less rain than Khao Sok National Park. Nanjing gets 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Khao Sok National Park receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNanjing 3°C (37°F)Khao Sok National Park 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Nanjing or Khao Sok National Park in the Spring?
Both Khao Sok National Park and Nanjing during the spring are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Khao Sok National Park year-round.
In the spring, Nanjing is much colder than Khao Sok National Park. Typically, the spring temperatures in Nanjing in April average around 15°C (60°F), and Khao Sok National Park averages at about 29°C (83°F).
Khao Sok National Park gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Nanjing. Nanjing usually gets less rain in April than Khao Sok National Park. Nanjing gets 101 mm (4 in) of rain, while Khao Sok National Park receives 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNanjing 15°C (60°F)Khao Sok National Park 29°C (83°F)
Typical Weather for Khao Sok National Park and Nanjing
| Nanjing | Khao Sok National Park | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (40°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (48°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| May | 21°C (69°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 345 mm (13.6 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 286 mm (11.3 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (83°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (83°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 272 mm (10.7 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (74°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 417 mm (16.4 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 351 mm (13.8 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (52°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 188 mm (7.4 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (41°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 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.