A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Nha Trang vs. Wuhu for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Nha Trang or Wuhu?

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 Wuhu. 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 Wuhu?

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.

Wuhu

The city of Wuhu is located in the southeast of the Anhui province of China. It lies on the south bank of the Yangtze River, and about 74 miles from the capital city of Hefei. It is made of floodplains, terraces and low hills, and its plentiful water supply makes it the perfect spot for fish and rice production.

The area has a subtropical climate with a humid monsoon season. When planning your trip, remember that the rainy season is from spring to early winter with the heaviest rainfall from mid-June to early July. So the best trips will be in autumn when it is nice and cool, and the chrysanthemums are in bloom.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Vietnam, The Best Adventure Tours to Vietnam, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Lhasa, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Shanghai.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nha Trang and Wuhu, we can see that Wuhu 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 Wuhu would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Wuhu 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 Wuhu Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Nha Trang or Wuhu?

Wuhu has a larger population, and is about 79% larger than the population of Nha Trang. When comparing the sizes of Nha Trang and Wuhu, 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 Wuhu?

Wuhu 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 Wuhu in the Summer?

Both Wuhu 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 Wuhu. Typically, the summer temperatures in Nha Trang in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Wuhu averages at about 28°C (83°F).

Wuhu gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Nha Trang usually gets less rain in July than Wuhu. Nha Trang gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Wuhu receives 174 mm (6.9 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.

Should I visit Nha Trang or Wuhu in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Nha Trang and Wuhu. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nha Trang year-round.

In October, Nha Trang is generally a little warmer than Wuhu. Daily temperatures in Nha Trang average around 26°C (79°F), and Wuhu fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

Nha Trang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Nha Trang usually receives more rain than Wuhu. Nha Trang gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Wuhu receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn. Also, September to December is the rainy season in Nha Trang.

Should I visit Nha Trang or Wuhu in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Nha Trang as well as Wuhu. Nha Trang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

Wuhu can get quite cold in the winter. Nha Trang is much warmer than Wuhu in the winter. The daily temperature in Nha Trang averages around 24°C (75°F) in January, and Wuhu fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).

Nha Trang usually gets more rain in January than Wuhu. Nha Trang gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Wuhu receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, January to August in Nha Trang is the dry season.

Should I visit Nha Trang or Wuhu in the Spring?

Both Wuhu 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 Wuhu. Typically, the spring temperatures in Nha Trang in April average around 26°C (79°F), and Wuhu averages at about 15°C (60°F).

It rains a lot this time of the year in Wuhu. In April, Nha Trang usually receives less rain than Wuhu. Nha Trang gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Wuhu receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Typical Weather for Wuhu and Nha Trang