Which place is cheaper, Guangxi or Shaanxi?
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 Shaanxi or Guangxi?
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 Guangxi 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 Guangxi?
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.
Guangxi
An autonomous region in southern China, Guangxi is mainly known for its impressive landscapes - rivers, caves, and towering karst topography. The Li River winds through the province connecting Guilin and Yangshuo, Guangxi's most popular cities. Other attractions include waterfalls, beaches, rice terraces, and local culture.
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.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayShaanxi $104Guangxi $85
The average daily cost (per person) in Shaanxi is $104, while the average daily cost in Guangxi is $85. 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 Guangxi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personShaanxi $61Guangxi $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomShaanxi $122Guangxi $48
Compare Hotels in Shaanxi and Guangxi
Looking for a hotel in Shaanxi or Guangxi? 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.Shaanxi $12Guangxi $29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guangxi
Also for Guangxi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- [Airport Transfer] Nanning Airport / Nanning City Transfer High reputation for service! : $18
- Nanning Wuxu Airport Chauffeur Service, Nanning Airport Transfer, Pickup: $48
- Guilin liangjiang Airport Chauffeur Service,Guilin Airport Transfer: $57
- Private Transfer from Longsheng hotel to Guilin hotel: $80
- Private Transfer from Longsheng hotel to Yangshuo hotel: $85
- Private One Way Transfer Service to Yangshuo from Longsheng (Ping'an / Dazhai ): $94
- Private Transfer from Longsheng hotel to Xingping hotel: $107
Is it cheaper to fly into Shaanxi or Guangxi?
Prices for flights to both Guangxi 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
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Food Meals for one dayShaanxi $21Guangxi $41
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Shaanxi $36Guangxi $21
Tours and Activities in Guangxi
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Guangxi.
- Guilin Discovery Mini Group Day Tour: $92
- Li River Photography Mini Group Day Tour: $113
- Private Yangshuo One Day Tour: $128
- Nature and Li River Private Day Tour: $137
- Xingping Xianggong Hill and Yangshuo Countryside Classic Day Tour: $153
- Guilin Yangshuo Day tour from Nanning by Round Way Bullet Train: $186
- 1-Day Guilin City Tour and Ends of Yangshuo from Longji Rice Terraces: $195
- Nanning Detian Waterfall Private Day Tour: $200
- 1-Day Sanjiang Chengyang Tour and Ends of Guilin/Yangshuo from Longji Terraces: $210
- Private Day Tour to Yangshuo from Guilin: Yulong River, Li River Boat and More: $212
- 1-Day Yangshuo Tour and Ends of Guilin from Longji Rice Terraces: $221
- Elephant Trunk Hill and Duxiu Peak Guilin Private Day Tour : $244
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayShaanxi $7.34Guangxi $19
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Shaanxi and Guangxi, we can see that Shaanxi is more expensive. And not only is Guangxi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Guangxi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guangxi 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 Guangxi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Shaanxi Expensive? and Is Guangxi Expensive?.
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.