Which place is cheaper, Yangshuo 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 Yangshuo?
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 Yangshuo. 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 Yangshuo?
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.
Yangshuo
A county of the city, Guilin, Yangshuo is located in a region famous for its karst topography. Surrounded by jagged mountain peaks and bordered on one side by the Li River, Yangshuo has become a popular home base for tourists looking to explore the region's natural wonders. Backpackers and tourists, both foreign and domestic, come to Yangshuo every year making it a city of many cultures. Most locals are even able to speak English, which is fairly uncommon for Chinese cities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Vietnam, The Best Adventure Tours to Vietnam, The Best Budget Tours to China, and The Best Tours for Seniors to China.
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Nha Trang Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNha Trang $48Yangshuo $86
The average daily cost (per person) in Nha Trang is $48, while the average daily cost in Yangshuo is $86. 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 Yangshuo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNha Trang $13Yangshuo $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNha Trang $26Yangshuo $52
Compare Hotels in Nha Trang and Yangshuo
Looking for a hotel in Nha Trang or Yangshuo? 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 $13Yangshuo $43
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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangshuo
Also for Yangshuo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Longsheng hotel: $107
- Guilin Private Transfer in English-speaking Services: Between Airport & Yangshuo: $106
- Private Yangshuo Transfer from Hotel to Longji terraces Hotel: $96
- From Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Transfer 3 hours Private Tour: $89
- Private Impression Sanjie Liu Evening Show with Hotel Transfer: $88
- Guilin: Li River Cruise with Transfer to Yangshuo: $80
- From Rock Climbing with Transfer Private (3 hours): $69
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Xingping hotel: $67
- Impression Liu Sanjie - Ticket Booking (including Round-trip Transfer): $62
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Yangshuo hotel: $56
- Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin Train Stations: $49
- Private One Way Transfer Service to Guilin City Hotel or Airport from Yangshuo: $48
Is it cheaper to fly into Nha Trang or Yangshuo?
Prices for flights to both Yangshuo 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 $25Yangshuo $33
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yangshuo
For Yangshuo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Yangshuo Cooking Class with Market Trip: $45
- Full-day Cultural Experience: Taichi, Cooking & Painting Lessons: $100
- The impression Liu sanjie show and local dinner in town : $145
- Combo Impression Sanjie Liu Show and Authentic Cooking Experience: $199
- Yangshuo Full Day Tour: Cooking class, River boat, Light Show: $259
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nha Trang $9.03Yangshuo $24
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
Tours and Activities in Yangshuo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Yangshuo.
- Longji Rice Terraces Day Tour from Yangshuo hotel: $181
- Yangshuo Helicopter Tour from Yangshuo hotel: $170
- 1-Day Guilin City Tour and Ends of Longji Rice Terraces from Yangshuo: $218
- 1-Day Private Yangshuo Bicycle Tour along Ten-Mile Gallery: $119
- 1-Day Terracotta Warriors Tour from Beijing/Chengdu/Shanghai: $497
- All Inclusive Private Hiking Tour in Yangshuo: $84
- Day Tour in Yangshuo and Li River: $155
- Enchanting Li River & Beyond: Cruise, Peaks & Panorama: $293
- Entry Ticket to Liu San Jie Impression Show: $71
- From Guilin: 6-Day Yangtze River Cruise with Excursions: $1,299
- From Guilin: Yangshuo Rock-climbing & River-tracing Tour: $282
- From Xingping River-tracing Half Day Private Tour: $102
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNha Trang $18Yangshuo $34
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nha Trang and Yangshuo, we can see that Yangshuo 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 Yangshuo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yangshuo 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 Yangshuo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nha Trang or Yangshuo?
Yangshuo has a larger population, and is about 6% larger than the population of Nha Trang. When comparing the sizes of Nha Trang and Yangshuo, 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 Yangshuo?
Yangshuo 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 Yangshuo in the Summer?
Both Yangshuo and Nha Trang are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nha Trang throughout the year.
Nha Trang is around the same temperature as Yangshuo in the summer. The daily temperature in Nha Trang averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Yangshuo fluctuates around 30°C (86°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Yangshuo. In July, Nha Trang usually receives less rain than Yangshuo. Nha Trang gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain each month for the summer. The dry season in Nha Trang is January to August. The rainy season in Nha Trang is September to December.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNha Trang 28°C (82°F)Yangshuo 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Yangshuo in the Autumn?
Both Yangshuo and Nha Trang during the autumn 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 autumn, Nha Trang is a little warmer than Yangshuo. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Nha Trang in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Yangshuo averages at about 23°C (73°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Nha Trang. Nha Trang usually gets more rain in October than Yangshuo. Nha Trang gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year. September to December is the rainy season in Nha Trang.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNha Trang 26°C (79°F)Yangshuo 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Yangshuo in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Nha Trang and Yangshuo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nha Trang year-round.
In January, Nha Trang is generally much warmer than Yangshuo. Daily temperatures in Nha Trang average around 24°C (75°F), and Yangshuo fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
In January, Nha Trang usually receives less rain than Yangshuo. Nha Trang gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter. January to August in Nha Trang is the dry season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNha Trang 24°C (75°F)Yangshuo 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Yangshuo in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Nha Trang as well as Yangshuo. Nha Trang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Nha Trang is a little warmer than Yangshuo in the spring. The daily temperature in Nha Trang averages around 26°C (79°F) in April, and Yangshuo fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
It's quite rainy in Yangshuo. Nha Trang usually gets less rain in April than Yangshuo. Nha Trang gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNha Trang 26°C (79°F)Yangshuo 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Yangshuo 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.