Which place is cheaper, Xiamen or Nha Trang?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Nha Trang or Xiamen?
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 Xiamen. 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 Xiamen?
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.
Xiamen
Xiamen is a coastal city in the Fujian Province of China and has been a major port city and gateway to China for centuries. This vibrant and modern city was named the most livable city in the world in 2002 and one of the first cities to be named a Special Economic Zone. Xiamen is best known for being home to Gulangyu Island, a beautiful island full of historic colonial buildings and lovely walking paths.
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, 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 $39Xiamen $64
The average daily cost (per person) in Nha Trang is $39, while the average daily cost in Xiamen is $64. 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 Xiamen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNha Trang $13Xiamen $30
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNha Trang $26Xiamen $60
Compare Hotels in Nha Trang and Xiamen
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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 $13Xiamen $5.98
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:
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang Train Station to/from Hotel in Nha Trang: $20
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang Train Station - Nha Trang Center: $19
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang City Center to Tuy Hoa City Center: $228
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang City Center to Da Lat City Center: $166
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang City Center to Cau Da/Vinpearl Port: $20
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang City Center - Tuy Hoa City: $222
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang City Center - Da Nang City: $573
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang City Center - Cau Da Port: $19
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang Airport to/from Vinpearl Port: $25
- Private Transfer: Da Nang Center to Nha Trang Center: $573
- Private Transfer: Cam Ranh Airport - Nha Trang outskirt: $25
- Private Transfer: Cam Ranh Airport - Cau Da Port: $23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Xiamen
Also for Xiamen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Service between Xiamen City and Nanjing Tulou : $115
- Private Transfer between Xiamen City and Tianluokeng Tulou Village: $115
- Private Transfer to Gaobei Tulou and Hongkeng Tulou from Xiamen City: $98
- Private Transfer to Gaobei Tulou and Yunshuiyao Village from Xiamen City: $98
- Private Transfer to Tianluokeng Tulou and Hekeng Hakka Tulou from Xiamen City : $98
- Private Transfer to Tianluokeng Tulou and HongKeng Hakka Tulou from Xiamen City : $98
- Private Transfer Between Xiamen City and HongKeng Hakka Tulou Cluster: $89
- Private Transfer Service between Xiamen and Anxi : $89
- Private Transfer between Xiamen City and Hui'an county in Quanzhou: $89
- Private Transfer between Xiamen City and Hua’an Earth Building: $89
- Private Transfer between Xiamen City and Gaobei Tulou Cluster: $89
- Private Transfer Between Xiamen City and Yun Shui Yao Ancient Town: $89
Is it cheaper to fly into Nha Trang or Xiamen?
Prices for flights to both Xiamen 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 $15Xiamen $26
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
- Nha Trang Special Sunset River Cruise for sightseeing and nice dinner: $77
- 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
- Nha Trang Sunset Cocktails and Dinner Cruise: $90
- 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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nha Trang $9.51Xiamen $16
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.
- Day Cruise Exploring Nha Trang Bay｜Nha Trang: $98
- Half Day Car Nha Trang Excursion From Cruise Port (Min 2 pax): $50
- NHATRANG Adventure & Country Tour by Vintage JEEP/Modern SUV: $80
- Nha Trang 3 Island Private Tour: $49
- Nha Trang Full Day Private Tour Snorkeling Included Lunch And Mud Bath: $155
- 01 Day trip motorcycle Tour Nha trang to Dalat ( one way ): $83
- 03 Hour Pedicab Explore Nha Trang City (Small Group Tour) : $69
- 2 Days Daklak Highland Tour From Nha Trang Included Hotel And Meals: $295
- 2 Days Private Guided Tour to Mui Ne from Nha Trang Included Lunch: $195
- 2 days private tour from Nha Trang to Lak lake - and back Nha Trang: $200
- 3 Day VIP Tour at Hon Tam Resort in Nha Trang: $49
- 3 Hour Pedicab City Tour Nha Trang: $69
Tours and Activities in Xiamen
For Xiamen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Fujian Tulou Private Day Tour to World Heritage Site Tianluokeng Tulou Cluster: $178
- Xiamen Private One Day Tailor Made Tour with Gulangyu and City Highlights : $176
- 1-Day Xiamen City Highlights and Gulangyu Island Private Tour: $244
- 4-Hour Xiamen Private Shore Excursion Tour in Your Way: $121
- 4-hour Xiamen Private Flexible Tour in Your Way: $113
- A 2 Days 1 Night Group Tour to Explore Kinmen Island: $216
- A Night Tour to Xiamen Gulang Island: $100
- All Inclusive Xiamen Private Layover Tour to Hakka Tulou Village with Options: $234
- Day Tour to Admire the Panorama of Gulangyu Island and Visit the Precious Birds: $110
- Dongshan Island Highlights Full-Day Private Tour: $232
- Flexible Private Half-Day Tour to Visit the Top Attraction Xiamen Yuanbo Garden: $110
- Flexible Private Xiamen Layover Tour with Meal: $176
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNha Trang $19Xiamen $17
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nha Trang and Xiamen, we can see that Xiamen 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 Xiamen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Xiamen 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 Xiamen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nha Trang or Xiamen?
Xiamen has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Nha Trang. When comparing the sizes of Nha Trang and Xiamen, 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 Xiamen?
Xiamen 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 Xiamen in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Nha Trang and Xiamen. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nha Trang year-round.
In the summer, Nha Trang is around the same temperature as Xiamen. Typically, the summer temperatures in Nha Trang in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Xiamen averages at about 30°C (86°F).
Xiamen receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Nha Trang usually receives less rain than Xiamen. Nha Trang gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Xiamen receives 140 mm (5.5 in) of rain each month for the summer. January to August in Nha Trang is the dry season. Also, September to December is the rainy season in Nha Trang.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNha Trang 28°C (82°F)Xiamen 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Xiamen in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Nha Trang as well as Xiamen. Nha Trang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Nha Trang is generally around the same temperature as Xiamen. Daily temperatures in Nha Trang average around 26°C (79°F), and Xiamen fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
Nha Trang receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Nha Trang usually gets more rain in October than Xiamen. Nha Trang gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Xiamen receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year. September to December in Nha Trang is the rainy season.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNha Trang 26°C (79°F)Xiamen 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Xiamen in the Winter?
Both Xiamen and Nha Trang are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nha Trang throughout the year.
Nha Trang is much warmer than Xiamen in the winter. The daily temperature in Nha Trang averages around 24°C (75°F) in January, and Xiamen fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
In January, Nha Trang usually receives more rain than Xiamen. Nha Trang gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Xiamen receives 37 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the winter. The dry season in Nha Trang is January to August.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNha Trang 24°C (75°F)Xiamen 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Xiamen in the Spring?
Both Xiamen and Nha Trang during the spring 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 spring, Nha Trang is a little warmer than Xiamen. Typically, the spring temperatures in Nha Trang in April average around 26°C (79°F), and Xiamen averages at about 20°C (69°F).
Xiamen gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Nha Trang usually gets less rain in April than Xiamen. Nha Trang gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Xiamen receives 147 mm (5.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNha Trang 26°C (79°F)Xiamen 20°C (69°F)
Typical Weather for Xiamen and Nha Trang
| Nha Trang | Xiamen | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) |
| Feb | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 147 mm (5.8 in) |
| May | 29°C (84°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 197 mm (7.7 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (75°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 25 mm (1 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.