A Travel Price Comparison for China Shaanxi vs. Anhui for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Shaanxi or Anhui?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Shaanxi and Anhui can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Shaanxi or Anhui?

Shaanxi

Shaanxi is a province of central China-central geographically, culturally, and historically. Its ancient capital, Xian (or Xi'an), was a starting point for the Silk Road and is also famous as the home to the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor, an archaeological site known for its thousands of clay soldiers called the Terracotta Army. Other attractions include the Hukou waterfalls, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, the Shaanxi History Museum, and the Great Wall of China on Huashan Mountain.

Anhui

Exploring the Chinese province of Anhui is like walking around a painting. The picturesque mountains and the untouched villages make this a quiet escape from the harsh and loud cities surrounding it. Travelers should put Anhui on their list if they're seeking a glimpse into the China of the past.

Only a few hours from Shanghai or Hangzhou, this region is easy to access, but feels a world away.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in China, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in China, The Best Adventure Tours to China, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in China.


Which place is cheaper, Anhui or Shaanxi?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Shaanxi is $95, while the average daily cost in Anhui is $64. 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 Shaanxi and Anhui in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Shaanxi $61
    Anhui $26
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Shaanxi $122
    Anhui $52
Compare Hotels in Shaanxi and Anhui

Looking for a hotel in Shaanxi or Anhui? 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.

Hotels in Shaanxi


Hotels in Anhui


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Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Shaanxi $12
    Anhui $13

Is it cheaper to fly into Shaanxi or Anhui?

Prices for flights to both Anhui and Shaanxi 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Shaanxi $12
    Anhui $25

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Shaanxi $35
    Anhui $20

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Shaanxi $7.28
    Anhui $13


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Shaanxi and Anhui, we can see that Shaanxi is more expensive. And not only is Anhui much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Anhui would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Anhui 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 Shaanxi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Shaanxi than you might in Anhui.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Shaanxi Expensive? and Is Anhui Expensive?.


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