Which place is cheaper, Yichang 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 Yichang?
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 Yichang. 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 Yichang?
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.
Yichang
Yichang, China is an ancient city situated on the northern bank of the Yangtze River in central China. The city is located just below the famed Three Gorges Dam and is a popular ending point for many Yangtze River cruises. Yichang offers beautiful natural scenery and ancient relics from the Three Kingdom Period.
Yichang experiences cool, rainy, winters and hot, humid, summers. Temperatures tend to stay in the 40's Fahrenheit during winter and the 80's in the summer. Spring, Summer, and Autumn are fantastic times to visit, although if you prefer to beat the heat, stay away during late summer!
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 Beijing, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Lhasa.
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Nha Trang Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNha Trang $48Yichang $74
The average daily cost (per person) in Nha Trang is $48, while the average daily cost in Yichang is $74. 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 Yichang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNha Trang $13Yichang $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNha Trang $26Yichang $50
Compare Hotels in Nha Trang and Yichang
Looking for a hotel in Nha Trang or Yichang? 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 $13Yichang $14
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 Yichang
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yichang:
- Private transfer from Yichang to Zhangjiajie: $290
- Yichang Airport Transfer Service, Yichang train station Pick up: $20
Is it cheaper to fly into Nha Trang or Yichang?
Prices for flights to both Yichang 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 $25Yichang $38
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nha Trang $9.03Yichang $18
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 Yichang
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Yichang are as follows:
- From Yichang to Chongqing: 5-Day Cruise with Meals: $993
- From 5-Day Yangtze River Cruise to Chongqing: $679
- Private Day Tour in Yichang to Sanyou Cave and Sanxia Waterfall : $239
- Yichang - Chongqing Yangtze Miracle Luxury 5D4N Cruise: $720
- Yichang Tourist Center to Yichang Sanxia Airport (YIH): $53
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNha Trang $18Yichang $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nha Trang and Yichang, we can see that Yichang 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 Yichang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yichang 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 Yichang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nha Trang or Yichang?
Yichang has a larger population, and is about 68% larger than the population of Nha Trang. When comparing the sizes of Nha Trang and Yichang, 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 Yichang?
Yichang 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 Yichang in the Summer?
Both Yichang 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 July, Nha Trang is generally around the same temperature as Yichang. Daily temperatures in Nha Trang average around 28°C (82°F), and Yichang fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).
Yichang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Nha Trang usually gets less rain in July than Yichang. Nha Trang gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Yichang receives 229 mm (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.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNha Trang 28°C (82°F)Yichang 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Yichang in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Nha Trang and Yichang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nha Trang year-round.
Nha Trang is a little warmer than Yichang in the autumn. The daily temperature in Nha Trang averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Yichang fluctuates around 20°C (67°F).
Nha Trang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Nha Trang usually receives more rain than Yichang. Nha Trang gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Yichang receives 87 mm (3.4 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)Yichang 20°C (67°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Yichang in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Nha Trang as well as Yichang. Nha Trang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the winter, Nha Trang is much warmer than Yichang. Typically, the winter temperatures in Nha Trang in January average around 24°C (75°F), and Yichang averages at about 6°C (43°F).
Nha Trang usually gets more rain in January than Yichang. Nha Trang gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Yichang receives 20 mm (0.8 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)Yichang 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Yichang in the Spring?
Both Yichang 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 April, Nha Trang is generally a little warmer than Yichang. Daily temperatures in Nha Trang average around 26°C (79°F), and Yichang fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
In April, Nha Trang usually receives less rain than Yichang. Nha Trang gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Yichang receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNha Trang 26°C (79°F)Yichang 18°C (65°F)
Typical Weather for Yichang 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) | 6°C (43°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Feb | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| May | 29°C (84°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 229 mm (9 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (75°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 22 mm (0.9 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.