Which place is cheaper, Guilin or Nha Trang?
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 Nha Trang or Guilin?
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 Nha Trang and Guilin. 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: Nha Trang or Guilin?
Nha Trang
For the relaxation of a small beach town, plus the energy of a young city, consider Nha Trang, Vietnam. As the most famous seaside town in Vietnam, Nha Trang is certainly livelier than many other beach resort towns. Visiting this part of Vietnam is not for the faint of heart. These people know the meaning of nightlife - and make the night last as long as they can.
Guilin
Guilin is a city in Southern China situated on the west bank of the Li River with Hunan to the north. Its name means, "Forest of Sweet Osmanthus," owing to the large number of fragrant Sweet Osmanthus trees located in the city. Products like tea, sugar, and wine, can be made from the tree and are found in many shops throughout Guilin. A popular tourist destination, the city is renowned for its scenery of karst topography with unique mountains jutting out of the urban landscape.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Vietnam, The Best Adventure Tours to Vietnam, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China, and The Best Historical Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNha Trang $48Guilin $84
The average daily cost (per person) in Nha Trang is $48, while the average daily cost in Guilin is $84. 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 Nha Trang and Guilin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNha Trang $13Guilin $35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNha Trang $26Guilin $70
Compare Hotels in Nha Trang and Guilin
Looking for a hotel in Nha Trang or Guilin? 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: Nha Trang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nha Trang $13Guilin $5.85
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nha Trang
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Nha Trang:
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Local Bus Ticket$0.11
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Taxi From Airport$14
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Guilin
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Guilin are as follows:
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Taxi$2.80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guilin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guilin:
- Private Transfer from/to Zhangjiajie to Guilin: $387
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Fenghuang and stops at Chengyang Dong Village: $267
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Fenghuang and stops at Longji rice terraces area: $267
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Fenghuang and stops at Hongjiang: $267
- Private Transfer: Guilin to/from Zhangjiajie/Fenghuang: $256
- Guilin Airport to Yangshuo: Private Transfer for up to 15 Pax: $190
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Zhaoxing and stops at Longji terraces: $168
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo/Guilin to Sanjiang and stops Longji Rice Terraces: $160
- Private Transfer from Haikou (HAK) airport to/from Sanya hotel: $120
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Guilin hotel: $120
- Guilin Private Transfer in English-speaking Services: Airport to Hotel Roundtrip: $99
- 2-hours Yangshuo Yulong Bamboo Boat Tour with the Round-way Private Transfers: $83
Is it cheaper to fly into Nha Trang or Guilin?
Prices for flights to both Guilin and Nha Trang 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 dayNha Trang $25Guilin $39
Typical Food Prices in Nha Trang
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Nha Trang:
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$5.31
Typical Food Prices in Guilin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Guilin:
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Fresh Coconut Drink$1.40
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guilin
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guilin.
- Half day Yangshuo Cooking lesson Small Group Tour: $62
- Full-Day Li-River with the 4 Star Luxury Boat VIP Room and Yangshuo Cooking Tour: $286
- Countryside Cycling 1-day Tour with Cooking Class: $306
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nha Trang $9.03Guilin $28
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nha Trang
For Nha Trang, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Po Ngar Cham Entrance (for Two)$1.21
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Two Rental Lounge Chairs on Beach$2.65
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Vinpearl Land Amusement Park$17
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Fairy Spring Waterfall Entrance$0.38
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Thap Ba Mud Bath$3.79
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Cyclo Tour of City (One Day)$9.48
Typical Entertainment Prices in Guilin
Here are a few typical costs in Guilin for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entrance to the Caves$17
Tours and Activities in Guilin
Here are a few actual costs in Guilin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2-Day Self-Guided Guilin Tour with 4 Star Boat, Yangshuo and Longji Terraces : $200
- Longji Rice Terraces Day Tour with the Ping'an and Dazhai Village: $209
- 1 Day Congjiang Ethnic Dong Village Private Tour from Guilin: $219
- 1 Day Guilin Sanjiang Tour to Dong Villages: $169
- 1 Day Guilin Tour: Village Visit, Waterfall Viewing, Hiking: $230
- 1 Day Li River Cruise and Yangshuo Biking Adventure: $72
- 1 Day Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo with Private Guide: $209
- 1 Day Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo with Private Guide & Driver: $209
- 1 Day Private Cruise Tour at Li River from Guilin with Biking: $198
- 1 Day Private Longji Rice Terraces and Minority Village Tour: $202
- 1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking: $172
- 1 Day Relaxing Guilin Li River Cruise and Yangshuo Private Tour: $205
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNha Trang $18Guilin $5.81
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nha Trang and Guilin, we can see that Guilin is more expensive. And not only is Nha Trang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Nha Trang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nha Trang 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 Guilin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Guilin than you might in Nha Trang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nha Trang Expensive? and Is Guilin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nha Trang or Guilin?
Guilin has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Nha Trang. When comparing the sizes of Nha Trang and Guilin, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit Nha Trang or Guilin?
Guilin has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Nha Trang experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Nha Trang or Guilin in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Nha Trang as well as Guilin. Nha Trang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Nha Trang is generally around the same temperature as Guilin. Daily temperatures in Nha Trang average around 28°C (82°F), and Guilin fluctuates around 30°C (86°F).
It's quite rainy in Guilin. Nha Trang usually gets less rain in July than Guilin. Nha Trang gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, January to August in Nha Trang is the dry season. September to December in Nha Trang is the rainy season.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNha Trang 28°C (82°F)Guilin 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Guilin in the Autumn?
Both Guilin and Nha Trang are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nha Trang throughout the year.
Nha Trang is a little warmer than Guilin in the autumn. The daily temperature in Nha Trang averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Guilin fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
It's quite rainy in Nha Trang. In October, Nha Trang usually receives more rain than Guilin. Nha Trang gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn. The rainy season in Nha Trang is September to December.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNha Trang 26°C (79°F)Guilin 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Guilin in the Winter?
Both Guilin and Nha Trang during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Nha Trang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the winter, Nha Trang is much warmer than Guilin. Typically, the winter temperatures in Nha Trang in January average around 24°C (75°F), and Guilin averages at about 10°C (49°F).
Nha Trang usually gets less rain in January than Guilin. Nha Trang gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year. January to August is the dry season in Nha Trang.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNha Trang 24°C (75°F)Guilin 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Guilin in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Nha Trang and Guilin. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nha Trang year-round.
In April, Nha Trang is generally a little warmer than Guilin. Daily temperatures in Nha Trang average around 26°C (79°F), and Guilin fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
Guilin receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Nha Trang usually receives less rain than Guilin. Nha Trang gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNha Trang 26°C (79°F)Guilin 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Guilin and Nha Trang
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) |
| May | 29°C (84°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (75°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 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.