Which place is cheaper, Longsheng or Phuket?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Phuket or Longsheng, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Phuket Island is the tourist mecca of southern Thailand. Known for its beaches and resorts, the island brings in a massive amount of travelers from all over the world, year round. Although the beaches are beautiful, Phuket has also become more westernized and tourist-oriented in recent decades, leaving many travelers to venture elsewhere to find that amazing beach with a more authentic Thai vibe. However, Phuket Island is quite large, and hidden gems can still be found.
A county of the city, Guilin, Longsheng is a hub of several ethnic cultures that thrive on farming and tourism. It is located about 50 or so miles north of the Guilin city center. The region is perhaps most known for the Dragon's Backbone Rice Terraces located in Heping Township. These, along with many other natural features like hot springs, waterfalls, and meadows are a few of the main attractions that draw visitors to Longsheng.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Thailand, The Best 2-Week Tours in Thailand, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in China, and The Best Adventure Tours to China.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Phuket is $105, while the average daily cost in Longsheng is $78. 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 Phuket and Longsheng in more detail.
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Phuket:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Phuket:
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Phuket:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Phuket.
Here are a few typical costs in Phuket for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Here are a few actual costs in Phuket for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Phuket from other travelers:
Also in Phuket, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Phuket and Longsheng, we can see that Phuket is more expensive. And not only is Longsheng much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Longsheng would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Longsheng 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 Phuket would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Phuket than you might in Longsheng.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Phuket Expensive? and Is Longsheng Expensive?.
Longsheng has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Phuket experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Both Longsheng and Phuket during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Phuket because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Phuket is around the same temperature as Longsheng in the summer. The daily temperature in Phuket averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Longsheng fluctuates around 30°C (86°F).
Longsheng gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Phuket. Phuket usually gets more rain in July than Longsheng. Phuket gets 287 mm (11.3 in) of rain, while Longsheng receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Phuket and Longsheng. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Phuket year-round.
In the autumn, Phuket is a little warmer than Longsheng. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Phuket in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Longsheng averages at about 23°C (73°F).
Phuket gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Phuket usually receives more rain than Longsheng. Phuket gets 304 mm (12 in) of rain, while Longsheng receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn. December to March in Phuket is the dry season. Also, June to October is the rainy season in Phuket.
The winter brings many poeple to Phuket as well as Longsheng. Phuket attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Phuket is generally much warmer than Longsheng. Daily temperatures in Phuket average around 28°C (82°F), and Longsheng fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
Phuket usually gets less rain in January than Longsheng. Phuket gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Longsheng receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, December to March in Phuket is the dry season.
Both Longsheng and Phuket are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Phuket throughout the year.
Phuket is a little warmer than Longsheng in the spring. The daily temperature in Phuket averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Longsheng fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Longsheng. It's quite rainy in Phuket. In April, Phuket usually receives less rain than Longsheng. Phuket gets 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain, while Longsheng receives 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain each month for the spring. The rainy season in Phuket is June to October.
Phuket | Longsheng | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
Feb | 28°C (83°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
Mar | 29°C (84°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) |
May | 28°C (83°F) | 318 mm (12.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) |
Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 279 mm (11 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) |
Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 287 mm (11.3 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) |
Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 399 mm (15.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 304 mm (12 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |