Which place is cheaper, Chichibu-Tama-Kai or Penang?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Penang or Chichibu-Tama-Kai?
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 Penang and Chichibu-Tama-Kai. 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: Penang or Chichibu-Tama-Kai?
Penang
Just off the northwestern coast of Malaysia is the charming and diverse island state of Penang. As the link between the ancient kingdoms of Asia and Europe's colonial empire, this area is enriched with Malay, Chinese, Indian and European influences. This exciting culture is centered in George Town, the main city of the state.
Chichibu-Tama-Kai
Located at the intersection of the Saitama, Yamanashi, Nagano, and Tokyo Prefectures, Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park is a national park in Japan webbed with hiking trails and many ancient shrines. Mount Mitake, Mount Mitsumine, and Mount Mito are just three of the eight peaks that tower above the park at over 2000 meters, while rivers sources flowing below include the Arakawa River, Shinano River, Tama River, and Fuefuki River (Fuji River).
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Malaysia, The Best 2-Week Tours in Malaysia, The Best 10-Day Tours in Japan, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPenang $103Chichibu-Tama-Kai $69
The average daily cost (per person) in Penang is $103, while the average daily cost in Chichibu-Tama-Kai is $69. 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 Penang and Chichibu-Tama-Kai in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPenang $49Chichibu-Tama-Kai $34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPenang $98Chichibu-Tama-Kai $68
Compare Hotels in Penang and Chichibu-Tama-Kai
Looking for a hotel in Penang or Chichibu-Tama-Kai? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Penang $12Chichibu-Tama-Kai $20
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Penang
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Penang:
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Local Bus$1.26
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Island Ferry$0.50
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Bus From Airport to George Town$0.57
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Taxi From Airport to George Town$9.64
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Motorbike Rental (One Day)$6.29
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Bicycle Rental (One Day)$2.10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Penang
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Penang:
- Full-Day Private Transfer in Penang City : $210
- Penang City Hotels to Kuala Lumpur City Hotels One-way Transfer: $140
- Penang City Hotels to Kuala Lumpur Airport One-way Transfer: $140
- Chauffeur: Penang Island to Singapore Van Transfer: $138
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal, Penang to Kuala Lumpur Hotel (Door to Door) Transfer: $120
- Penang Intl Airport (PEN): Transfer to Penang Island hotels: $116
- Penang Airport (PEN): Transfer to Swettenham Cruise Port: $116
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal: Transfer to Penang Island: $116
- Penang City to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $107
- Penang to Kuala Lumpur 1-way Transfer: $107
- Penang Airport PEN to Penang Island - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $85
- Penang Airport to Swettenham Cruise Port - Round Trip Transfer: $76
Is it cheaper to fly into Penang or Chichibu-Tama-Kai?
Prices for flights to both Chichibu-Tama-Kai and Penang 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 dayPenang $33Chichibu-Tama-Kai $24
Typical Food Prices in Penang
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Penang:
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Snack$1.68
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Dinner at The Suffolk House (for 2)$72
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Lunch at Sakae Sushi (for 2)$61
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Lassy Juice$1.47
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Dinner for 2$3.14
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Street Stall Food$0.59
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$3.98
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Italian Lunch (for Two)$10
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Penang
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Penang.
- Penang Food Tour - Georgetown: $62
- Eat Like A Local: Penang Street Food Tour: $62
- 3-Hour Heritage on a Plate Dinner Hop in George Town Penang: $65
- Private Half Day Penang Tasty Local Street Food Tour: $87
- 4-Hour Georgetown Food Tour: $88
- Cooking Classes In Penang By Penang Chiak: $93
- Private Dinner at THE TOP with Skywalk Experience from Penang: $103
- Chef Samuel's Private Malaysian Cooking Class with Wet Market Tour: $116
- Food Tour at Penang - Eat Like a Local, Feel Like a Local: $120
- Experience Malaysia: Authentic Malaysia Cooking Tour: $121
- Dinner at Penang Hill Including Train Ride: $141
- Penang's Night Eat-Venture Vespa Food Tour: $160
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Penang $49Chichibu-Tama-Kai $7.13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Penang
Here are a few typical costs in Penang for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Butterfly Gardens$6.50
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Trishaw Tour (One Hour)$6.29
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Fort Cornwallis Entrance$0.42
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Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi Entrance$2.10
Tours and Activities in Penang
Here are a few actual costs in Penang for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Penang City Temple Tour with Penang Hill(Fast Lane) & Kek Lok Si: $100
- 4 Hour Food and Heritage Walking Tour in Penang George Town: $75
- 4-Hour Heritage Walking Tour of Georgetown: $58
- 6-Hours Penang Private Tour: $151
- Admission Ticket for Dark Mansion Glow-in-the-Dark Museum in Penang: $8.80
- Asia Camera Museum Admission Ticket: $5.38
- Countryside Cycling Tour by Matahari: $82
- Discover Georgetown Heritage Private Tour in Penang: $51
- Discover Penang City Tour: $47
- Discover Penang City in Amazing Tour: $82
- Enjoy Hill & Temple Sightseeing Tour - Penang City: $68
- Entopia Butterfly Farm & Tropical Spice Garden Tour: $81
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPenang $15Chichibu-Tama-Kai $8.30
Typical Alcohol Prices in Penang
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Penang:
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Beer$1.68
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Penang and Chichibu-Tama-Kai, we can see that Penang is more expensive. And not only is Chichibu-Tama-Kai much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Chichibu-Tama-Kai would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chichibu-Tama-Kai 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 Penang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Penang than you might in Chichibu-Tama-Kai.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Penang Expensive? and Is Chichibu-Tama-Kai Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Penang or Chichibu-Tama-Kai?
Chichibu-Tama-Kai has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Penang experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Penang or Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the Summer?
Both Chichibu-Tama-Kai and Penang during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Penang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Chichibu-Tama-Kai because of the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Penang is around the same temperature as Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Typically, the summer temperatures in Penang in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Chichibu-Tama-Kai averages at about 25°C (78°F).
Chichibu-Tama-Kai gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Penang. Penang usually gets more rain in July than Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Penang gets 210 mm (8.3 in) of rain, while Chichibu-Tama-Kai receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPenang 27°C (81°F)Chichibu-Tama-Kai 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Penang or Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Penang and Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Penang year-round. Also, the hiking trails and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Chichibu-Tama-Kai this time of year.
In October, Penang is generally much warmer than Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Daily temperatures in Penang average around 27°C (81°F), and Chichibu-Tama-Kai fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
Chichibu-Tama-Kai receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Penang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Penang usually receives more rain than Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Penang gets 340 mm (13.4 in) of rain, while Chichibu-Tama-Kai receives 116 mm (4.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPenang 27°C (81°F)Chichibu-Tama-Kai 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Penang or Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Penang as well as Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Penang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many travelers come to Chichibu-Tama-Kai for the museums and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Penang is much warmer than Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the winter. The daily temperature in Penang averages around 28°C (82°F) in January, and Chichibu-Tama-Kai fluctuates around 4°C (39°F).
Penang usually gets more rain in January than Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Penang gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Chichibu-Tama-Kai receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPenang 28°C (82°F)Chichibu-Tama-Kai 4°C (39°F)
Should I visit Penang or Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the Spring?
Both Chichibu-Tama-Kai and Penang are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Penang throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the spring for the natural beauty.
In the spring, Penang is much warmer than Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Typically, the spring temperatures in Penang in April average around 28°C (82°F), and Chichibu-Tama-Kai averages at about 13°C (56°F).
It's quite rainy in Penang. In April, Penang usually receives more rain than Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Penang gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Chichibu-Tama-Kai receives 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPenang 28°C (82°F)Chichibu-Tama-Kai 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Chichibu-Tama-Kai and Penang
| Penang | Chichibu-Tama-Kai | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 330 mm (13 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 177 mm (7 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 340 mm (13.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 27 mm (1.1 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.