Which place is cheaper, Hongcun or Nha Trang?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Nha Trang or Hongcun?
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 Hongcun. 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 Hongcun?
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.
Hongcun
When you picture ancient China, you likely picture old cobblestone streets, white homes with pointed black roofs and a slight air of mysticism in the surroundings. This is Hongcun.
The backdrop for Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is not usually on the top of many traveler's lists. This isn't a bustling tourist town with guides offering to show you the sights or carts peddling the latest tacky souvenir. It's a quiet village where you'll see the real Chinese culture. The homes along the complex water canals air their fish in their windows to preserve it for their family dinners. There is no bowing to tourism here.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Ho Chi Minh City, The Best 10-Day Tours from Hanoi, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in China, and The Best Adventure Tours to China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNha Trang $39Hongcun $52
The average daily cost (per person) in Nha Trang is $39, while the average daily cost in Hongcun is $52. 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 Hongcun in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNha Trang $13Hongcun $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNha Trang $26Hongcun $46
Compare Hotels in Nha Trang and Hongcun
Looking for a hotel in Nha Trang or Hongcun? 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 $13Hongcun $12
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$0.12
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Taxi From Airport$15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nha Trang
Also for Nha Trang, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Nha Trang airport transfer : $9.00
- NHA TRANG : Cam Ranh Airport Private Transfer: $16
- Private Arrival Transfer: Cam Ranh Airport to Nha Trang City Hotels: $19
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang City Center - Cau Da Port: $19
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang Train Station - Nha Trang Center: $19
- Cam Ranh Airport - Airport Transportation - Private Transfer: $20
- Nha Trang to Mövenpick Resort Private - Private Transfer: $20
- Nha Trang to The Anam Resort - Private Transfer: $20
- Nha Trang to Duyen Ha Resort - Private Transfer: $20
- Nha Trang to Golden Peak Resort - Private Transfer: $20
- Nha Trang to Cam Ranh Riviera Beach Resort - Private Transfer: $20
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang City Center to Cau Da/Vinpearl Port: $20
Is it cheaper to fly into Nha Trang or Hongcun?
Prices for flights to both Hongcun 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 $15Hongcun $19
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)$5.59
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nha Trang
For Nha Trang, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Street Food Tour & Fresh Beer Tasting by Scooter: $62
- Nha Trang Cooking Class (visiting local market & countryside): $67
- Viet Garden Cooking Class (Countryside and Market tour): $68
- NhaTrang Private Sunset River Cruise for a nice dinner at a riverside restaurant: $82
- Nha Trang Half-Day Cooking Class: $85
- Countryside Private Cooking Class: $87
- Romantic Sunset Cocktails and Dinner Cruise: $90
- Watching Stunning Sunset with Cocktail and Dinner on Luxury Cruise : $92
- Nha Trang River Cruises and Cooking Class Included Lunch: $95
- Private Half-Day Cooking Class in Nha Trang with Pick Up: $97
- Day Cruise Or Sunset Dinner Cruise on The Sea: $100
- Cruise tour and dinner at luxurious Nha Trang Bay: $106
Typical Food Prices in Hongcun
Some typical examples of dining costs in Hongcun are as follows:
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Lunch for Two$4.83
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Breakfast of Dumplings$2.07
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nha Trang $9.51Hongcun $17
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)$1.28
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Two Rental Lounge Chairs on Beach$2.80
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Vinpearl Land Amusement Park$18
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Fairy Spring Waterfall Entrance$0.40
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Thap Ba Mud Bath$3.99
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Cyclo Tour of City (One Day)$9.99
Tours and Activities in Nha Trang
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Nha Trang.
- VinWonders Entry Ticket with Optional Cable Car: $2.95
- Nha Trang : Combo Monkey Island with Orchids Island Ticket: $17
- Stand-up Paddleboard Sunset Tour: $19
- Nha Trang Island Hopping Tour Snorkeling and Floating Party: $21
- Nha Trang Half Day Tour to Po Nagar and Long Son Pagoda: $22
- Snorkeling Tour at Coral Reef: $23
- Island Hopping Tour, Snorkeling & Floating Party: $24
- City tour by Cyclo: $25
- Hoi An Impression Theme Park and Memories Show Tickets: $25
- Nha Trang Snorkeling Tour-Vuongland Travel: $26
- Amazing Snorkeling at Mun Island ( Group Tour ): $29
- Nha Trang City Half-Day Tour: $29
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hongcun
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Hongcun are as follows:
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Two Entrance Tickets$29
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNha Trang $19Hongcun $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nha Trang and Hongcun, we can see that Hongcun 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 Hongcun would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hongcun 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 Hongcun Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Nha Trang or Hongcun?
Hongcun 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 Hongcun in the Summer?
Both Hongcun and Nha Trang during the summer 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 summer, Nha Trang is around the same temperature as Hongcun. Typically, the summer temperatures in Nha Trang in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Hongcun averages at about 29°C (85°F).
Hongcun gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Nha Trang usually gets less rain in July than Hongcun. Nha Trang gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Hongcun receives 185 mm (7.3 in) of rain this time of the year. January to August is the dry season in Nha Trang. September to December is the rainy season in Nha Trang.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNha Trang 28°C (82°F)Hongcun 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Hongcun in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Nha Trang and Hongcun. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nha Trang year-round.
In October, Nha Trang is generally a little warmer than Hongcun. Daily temperatures in Nha Trang average around 26°C (79°F), and Hongcun fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
Nha Trang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Nha Trang usually receives more rain than Hongcun. Nha Trang gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Hongcun receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn. Also, September to December is the rainy season in Nha Trang.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNha Trang 26°C (79°F)Hongcun 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Hongcun in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Nha Trang as well as Hongcun. Nha Trang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Hongcun. Nha Trang is much warmer than Hongcun in the winter. The daily temperature in Nha Trang averages around 24°C (75°F) in January, and Hongcun fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).
Nha Trang usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Hongcun. Nha Trang gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Hongcun receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, January to August in Nha Trang is the dry season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNha Trang 24°C (75°F)Hongcun 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Hongcun in the Spring?
Both Hongcun and Nha Trang are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nha Trang throughout the year.
In the spring, Nha Trang is much warmer than Hongcun. Typically, the spring temperatures in Nha Trang in April average around 26°C (79°F), and Hongcun averages at about 17°C (62°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Hongcun. In April, Nha Trang usually receives less rain than Hongcun. Nha Trang gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Hongcun receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNha Trang 26°C (79°F)Hongcun 17°C (62°F)
Typical Weather for Hongcun 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) | 4°C (40°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| May | 29°C (84°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 235 mm (9.2 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 121 mm (4.7 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (75°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 36 mm (1.4 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.