Which place is cheaper, Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) or Shenzhen?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Shenzhen or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Shenzhen and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 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: Shenzhen or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
Shenzhen
Located in the Guangdong Province of southeastern China, Shenzhen is a metropolis that connects Hong Kong to China's mainland. It is one of China's most populous cities, inhabited by vast array of people from other Chinese regions. It is perhaps best known for it shopping, collection of amusement parks, green parks, museums and galleries, and a few historic sites. It is on UNESCO's Creative Cities list.
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
In the heart of the Anhui Province of China is the stunning Mount Huangshan, or Yellow Mountain. This UNESCO World Heritage Site draws in visitors from around the world to take in the stunning views and conquer a new challenge.
Mount Huangshan is one of the most popular destinations in China. Because of this, most of the towns and regions around it also use the name Huangshan. Even the closest town, Tunxi, has begun going by Huangshan City. Keep this in mind as it could potentially cause some confusion in transit.
The whole of Huangshan has 36 separate peaks rising approximately 1,800 meters into the air. It is often covered in a spiritual-feeling mist that makes the peaks appear to live in the clouds. It has inspired artists for centuries, and is often thought to be the model for the typical mountain ranges seen in ancient Chinese paintings.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, The Best Cultural Tours in China, The Best Luxury Tours to China, and The Best Budget Tours to China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayShenzhen $123Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Shenzhen is $123, while the average daily cost in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) is $57. 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 Shenzhen and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personShenzhen $89Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomShenzhen $178Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $50
Compare Hotels in Shenzhen and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
Looking for a hotel in Shenzhen or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)? 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.Shenzhen $15Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Shenzhen
Also for Shenzhen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Departure Transfers from Hong Kong to HKG Airport: $22
- Private Departure Transfer:Shenzhen City Hotel to Any Shenzhen Railway Station : $29
- Private Departure Transfer: City Hotel to Shenzhen Shekou Ferry Terminal: $29
- Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) Private Transfer: $30
- [Airport Transfer] Shenzhen Airport 送 迎 Shenzhen City Transfer High reputation for service! : $32
- A One-Way Disneyland Pick-Up Transfer to Hong Kong Hotel: $33
- Kai Tak Cruise Terminal to Hong Kong City - Arrival Private Transfer : $36
- Private Transfer from Kai Tak Cruise Terminal to Hong Kong Hotels: $36
- Private Transfer from Shenzhen city hotels to Shekou Cruise Port: $41
- Private Transfer from Shekou Cruise Port to Shenzhen city hotels: $41
- Private Transfer from Shenzhen Int Airport (SZX) to Shekou Port: $41
- Private Transfer from Shekou Cruise Port to Shenzhen Airport(SZX): $41
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain):
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Shuttle Bus to Tangkou for Two$3.59
Is it cheaper to fly into Shenzhen or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
Prices for flights to both Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Shenzhen 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 dayShenzhen $20Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Shenzhen
For Shenzhen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Vegetarian Food Tour: $77
- Hong Kong Food Tour: Sham Shui Po District: $107
- Hong Kong Food Tour: Central and Sheung Wan Districts: $107
- Secret Food Tour With the Locals in Tin Hau Hong Kong w/ Private Tour Option: $109
- Traditional Chinese Pun Choi cooking class in Hong Kong: $112
- Private Food Tour With the Locals in Hong Kong: $141
- Hong Kong Food Tour with a Local: A Feast for Foodies 100% Personalized: $159
- Kowloon Street Food Tour with a Local: 100% Personalized & Private: $159
- The 10 Tastings of Hong Kong With Locals: Private Street Food Tour : $160
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Shenzhen $17Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $27
Tours and Activities in Shenzhen
For Shenzhen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Skip the Line! Walk to the Peak: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.34
- Yau Ma Tei: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in the Heart of Kowloon: $5.40
- Victoria Peak: Climb to the summit via the Mid-Levels escalato on an audio tour: $5.40
- Hong Kong Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Hong Kong Airport Express Train Tickets(Avoid Heavy Traffic): $15
- Lovely Hong Kong Self-Guided Audio Tour: $16
- [Entry After 6pm] sky100 Min. 2pax Ticket Offer (F-II_2P): $17
- Walking Tour in Hong Kong - Local Experience (New & Best) : $17
- sky100 Tales of Hongkong Admission Ticket F-KE: $21
- TramOramic Sightseeing Tour plus 2-Day Tramways Ticket: $23
- sky100 Hong Kong Observation Deck Tickets: $23
- Dukling Boat Tour in Victoria Harbour: $25
Typical Entertainment Prices in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) are as follows:
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Two Entrance Tickets$64
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Two Cable Car Passes$22
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayShenzhen $19Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Shenzhen and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain), we can see that Shenzhen is more expensive. And not only is Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 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 Shenzhen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Shenzhen than you might in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain).
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Shenzhen Expensive? and Is Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Shenzhen or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Shenzhen or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Shenzhen as well as Huangshan (Yellow Mountain).
Shenzhen is around the same temperature as Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the summer. The daily temperature in Shenzhen averages around 30°C (85°F) in July, and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).
It's quite rainy in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Shenzhen receives a lot of rain in the summer. Shenzhen usually gets more rain in July than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Shenzhen gets 323 mm (12.7 in) of rain, while Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives 185 mm (7.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyShenzhen 30°C (85°F)Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Shenzhen or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the Autumn?
Both Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Shenzhen are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In the autumn, Shenzhen is a little warmer than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Typically, the autumn temperatures in Shenzhen in October average around 26°C (78°F), and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) averages at about 19°C (65°F).
It's quite rainy in Shenzhen. In October, Shenzhen usually receives more rain than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Shenzhen gets 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain, while Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberShenzhen 26°C (78°F)Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Shenzhen or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the Winter?
Both Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Shenzhen during the winter are popular places to visit.
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) can be very cold during winter. In January, Shenzhen is generally much warmer than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Daily temperatures in Shenzhen average around 16°C (60°F), and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).
Shenzhen usually gets less rain in January than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Shenzhen gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryShenzhen 16°C (60°F)Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Shenzhen or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Shenzhen and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain).
Shenzhen is a little warmer than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the spring. The daily temperature in Shenzhen averages around 23°C (73°F) in April, and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives a lot of rain in the spring. Shenzhen gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Shenzhen usually receives less rain than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Shenzhen gets 154 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilShenzhen 23°C (73°F)Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 17°C (62°F)
Typical Weather for Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Shenzhen
| Shenzhen | Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 16°C (60°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Apr | 23°C (73°F) | 154 mm (6.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| May | 27°C (80°F) | 325 mm (12.8 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (83°F) | 382 mm (15 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 235 mm (9.2 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (85°F) | 323 mm (12.7 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 393 mm (15.5 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 121 mm (4.7 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 300 mm (11.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (78°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 17°C (63°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
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