Which place is cheaper, Guangxi or Shandong?
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 Shandong or Guangxi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Shandong and Guangxi can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Shandong or Guangxi?
Shandong
Shandong Province, China is located on the Yellow Sea in the north eastern part of the country, with the Yellow River running throughout the province. The province is known for their natural beauty, ancient temples, and pristine cities. The province as a whole does not see many tourists, so expect to get some very friendly attention, especially when traveling through smaller cities.
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 Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in China, The Best Adventure Tours to China, The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, and The Best Cultural Tours in China.
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Shandong Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayShandong $67Guangxi $90
The average daily cost (per person) in Shandong is $67, while the average daily cost in Guangxi is $90. 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 Shandong and Guangxi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personShandong $24Guangxi $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomShandong $48Guangxi $50
Compare Hotels in Shandong and Guangxi
Looking for a hotel in Shandong 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.Shandong $11Guangxi $31
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
- Guilin liangjiang Airport Chauffeur Service,Guilin Airport Transfer: $40
- Nanning Wuxu Airport Chauffeur Service, Nanning Airport Transfer, Pickup: $48
- Nanning Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Airport: $55
- Nanning Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Railway Station: $55
- Private Transfer from Longsheng hotel to Guilin hotel: $80
- Private Transfer from Longsheng hotel to Yangshuo hotel: $85
- Nanning Private Arrival Transfer: Airport to Hotel: $88
- 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 Shandong or Guangxi?
Prices for flights to both Guangxi and Shandong 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 dayShandong $30Guangxi $43
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Shandong $21Guangxi $22
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
- Private Yangshuo One Day Tour: $128
- Nature and Li River Private Day Tour: $137
- Xingping Xianggong Hill and Yangshuo Countryside Classic Day Tour: $153
- Yangshuo County 2-Day Tour from Guilin: $157
- 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
- Elephant Trunk Hill and Duxiu Peak Guilin Private Day Tour: $244
- Private Day Tour to Xing'An Water Street and Ling Canal from Guilin: $244
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayShandong $15Guangxi $20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Shandong and Guangxi, we can see that Guangxi is more expensive. And not only is Shandong much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Shandong would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Shandong 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 Guangxi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Guangxi than you might in Shandong.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Shandong 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.