Which place is cheaper, Yangshuo or Nha Trang?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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.
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.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Ho Chi Minh City, The Best 10-Day Tours from Hanoi, The Best Budget Tours to China, and The Best Tours for Seniors to China.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Nha Trang is $39, while the average daily cost in Yangshuo is $72. 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.
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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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Nha Trang:
Also for Nha Trang, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Also for Yangshuo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Nha Trang:
For Nha Trang, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Yangshuo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Nha Trang, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Nha Trang.
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Yangshuo.
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?.
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.
Yangshuo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Nha Trang experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Nha Trang | Yangshuo | |||
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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) |