Which place is cheaper, Longsheng or Qingdao?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Qingdao or Longsheng?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Qingdao 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.
Where Should I go: Qingdao or Longsheng?
Qingdao
Qingdao, China, located in the Shandong Province, is a very large city right on the Yellow Sea coast. The city, whose name means "The Green Island" due to it's gorgeous landscapes and interesting geography, was named China's most livable city in 2012. The city is rich in history, having almost become a German territory in 1897 and being occupied by the Japanese during WWI. Evidence of these occupiers is present in much of the architecture around the city, which includes a few Catholic and Protestant churches.
Longsheng
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 Cultural Tours in China, The Best Luxury Tours to China, The Best Budget Tours to China, and The Best Tours for Seniors to China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayQingdao $58Longsheng $78
The average daily cost (per person) in Qingdao is $58, 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 Qingdao and Longsheng in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personQingdao $26Longsheng $20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomQingdao $52Longsheng $40
Compare Hotels in Qingdao and Longsheng
Looking for a hotel in Qingdao or Longsheng? 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.Qingdao $12Longsheng $41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Qingdao
Also for Qingdao, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Qingdao Liuting Airport Transfer Service by Minivan: $86
- Qingdao Private Transfer from Qingdao central to Qingdao Airport (TAO): $83
- Qingdao Private Transfer from Qingdao Airport (TAO) to central Qingdao: $82
- Qingdao Northern Railway Station Arrival Private One-Way Transfer: $42
- Qingdao Railway Station Depature Transfer from City Hotels: $36
- Qingdao Railway Station Arrival Transfer to City Hotel: $36
- Qingdao Cruise Port Departure Transfer from City Hotels: $36
- Private Departure Transfer: City Hotel to Qingdao Railway Station : $36
Is it cheaper to fly into Qingdao or Longsheng?
Prices for flights to both Longsheng and Qingdao 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 dayQingdao $20Longsheng $35
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Qingdao $20Longsheng $8.39
Tours and Activities in Qingdao
For Qingdao, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Qingdao Essentials Tour: City Highlights and Beer Museum: $216
- All-Inclusive Private Day Tour: Qingdao Highlights with Lunch: $285
- Laoshan Mountain Full Day Private Activity Tour: $224
- Private Qingdao City tour with Lunch and Qingdao beer: $175
- Private Qingdao Historic architectural day tour with Tsingdao beer during Lunch: $190
- Private Qingdao Laoshan day tour with lunch& round way cable car: $240
- Private Qingdao Laoshan half day tour with one bottle of Tsingdao beer as gift: $199
- Qingdao Discover Tour to the Mount Laoshan and Tasting Famous Local Beer: $248
- Qingdao Private Day Tour to Laoshan Mountain with Lunch and Cable Car: $238
- Qingdao Private Tour: City Highlights and Laoshan Mountain with Lunch+Cable Car: $268
- Qingdao Shore Excursion: Private Full Day Laoshan Mountain Sightseeing Tour: $207
- Qingdao private half day tour with Tsingdao Beer Lunch : $202
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayQingdao $14Longsheng $7.90
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Qingdao and Longsheng, we can see that Longsheng is more expensive. And not only is Qingdao much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Qingdao would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Qingdao 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 Longsheng would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Longsheng than you might in Qingdao.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Qingdao Expensive? and Is Longsheng Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Qingdao or Longsheng?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Qingdao or Longsheng in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Qingdao and Longsheng.
In July, Qingdao is generally cooler than Longsheng. Daily temperatures in Qingdao average around 25°C (77°F), and Longsheng fluctuates around 30°C (86°F).
Longsheng receives a lot of rain in the summer. Qingdao gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Qingdao usually receives around the same amount of rain as Longsheng. Qingdao gets 211 mm (8.3 in) of rain, while Longsheng receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyQingdao 25°C (77°F)Longsheng 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Qingdao or Longsheng in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Qingdao as well as Longsheng.
Qingdao is cooler than Longsheng in the autumn. The daily temperature in Qingdao averages around 17°C (62°F) in October, and Longsheng fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Qingdao usually gets less rain in October than Longsheng. Qingdao gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Longsheng receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberQingdao 17°C (62°F)Longsheng 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Qingdao or Longsheng in the Winter?
Both Longsheng and Qingdao are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Qingdao can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Qingdao is much colder than Longsheng. Typically, the winter temperatures in Qingdao in January average around -0°C (32°F), and Longsheng averages at about 10°C (49°F).
In January, Qingdao usually receives less rain than Longsheng. Qingdao gets 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Longsheng receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryQingdao -0°C (32°F)Longsheng 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Qingdao or Longsheng in the Spring?
Both Longsheng and Qingdao during the spring are popular places to visit.
In April, Qingdao is generally much colder than Longsheng. Daily temperatures in Qingdao average around 12°C (53°F), and Longsheng fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
Longsheng gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Qingdao usually gets less rain in April than Longsheng. Qingdao gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Longsheng receives 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilQingdao 12°C (53°F)Longsheng 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Longsheng and Qingdao
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -0°C (32°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 1°C (34°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (53°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) |
| May | 17°C (62°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 162 mm (6.4 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 10°C (49°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (37°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
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