Which place is cheaper, Tiger Leaping Gorge or Shenzhen?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Shenzhen or Tiger Leaping Gorge?
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 Tiger Leaping Gorge 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 Tiger Leaping Gorge?
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.
Tiger Leaping Gorge
One of the deepest gorges in the world, Tiger Leaping Gorge gets its name from legend, where a tiger used a great rock in the center of the gorge as a stepping stone to leap from one side to the other. It is surrounded by stunning mountain scenery on either side with the Yangtze River rushing down through its center. Visitors come to Tiger Leaping Gorge to hike and witness its natural beauty.
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 $127Tiger Leaping Gorge $43
The average daily cost (per person) in Shenzhen is $127, while the average daily cost in Tiger Leaping Gorge is $43. 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 Tiger Leaping Gorge in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personShenzhen $92Tiger Leaping Gorge $14
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomShenzhen $184Tiger Leaping Gorge $28
Compare Hotels in Shenzhen and Tiger Leaping Gorge
Looking for a hotel in Shenzhen or Tiger Leaping Gorge? 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 $15Tiger Leaping Gorge $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Shenzhen
Also for Shenzhen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- A One-Way Disneyland Pick-Up Transfer to Hong Kong Hotel: $33
- Kai Tak Cruise Terminal to Hong Kong Airport (HKG) -Departure Private Transfer : $46
- A One-Way Hotel Pick-Up Transfer to Ocean Park Hong Kong: $26
- AIRPORT TRANSFER service : $33
- Arrival Transfer Hong Kong Kai Tak Port to Hong Kong by Minivan: $80
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Chauffeur Service , to Shenzhen Transfer: $71
- Hong Kong Airport (HKG) to Hong Kong - Arrival Private Transfer: $66
- Hong Kong Airport (HKG) to Hong Kong -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $132
- Hong Kong Airport (HKG) to Hong Kong hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $121
- Hong Kong Airport (HKG) to Kai Tak Port - Round- Trip Private Transfer : $92
- Hong Kong Airport HKG Private Transfer to Kowloon City: $34
- Hong Kong Airport to Hong Kong City Private Arrival Transfer: $92
Is it cheaper to fly into Shenzhen or Tiger Leaping Gorge?
Prices for flights to both Tiger Leaping Gorge 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 $20Tiger Leaping Gorge $16
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: $79
- Wet market tour & cooking class with local mum: $92
- Hong Kong Guided Dinner + Laser Show Lounge Entry (2023) | 200+ booked : $101
- Hong Kong Food Tour: Central and Sheung Wan Districts: $108
- Secret Food Tour With the Locals in Tin Hau Hong Kong w/ Private Tour Option: $109
- Small Group Local Market Walking Tour and Chinese Cooking Class in Hong Kong: $132
- Hong Kong Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $140
- Private Food Tour With the Locals in Hong Kong: $146
- Traditional Chinese Pun Choi cooking class in Hong Kong: $147
- Hong Kong Food Tour with a Local: A Feast for Foodies 100% Personalized: $168
- Kowloon Street Food Tour with a Local: 100% Personalized & Private: $168
- Kowloon Night Street Food Tour with a Local: Private & Customized: $187
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Shenzhen $17Tiger Leaping Gorge $15
Tours and Activities in Shenzhen
For Shenzhen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Hong Kong Airport Express Tickets - Tsing Yi Station (One Way): $7.84
- Hong Kong Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Hong Kong Airport Express Ticket: $11
- One Way Express Ticket in Kowloon Station Hong Kong Airport: $12
- One Way Hong Kong Airport Express Ticket: $13
- **HK Resident**sky100 Admission Ticket [F-HC1_HK]: $14
- Round Trip Express Ticket in Tsing Yi Station Hong Kong Airport : $14
- [Entry After 6pm] sky100 Min. 2pax Ticket (F-II_2P): $17
- Victoria Peak Tram and Sky Terrace 428 Ticket in Hong Kong: $19
- sky100 Tales of Hongkong Admission Ticket F-KE: $21
- Hong Kong Airport Express Tickets Kowloon Station Round Trip: $22
- TramOramic Sightseeing Tour plus 2-Day Tramways Ticket: $23
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayShenzhen $20Tiger Leaping Gorge $6.54
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Shenzhen and Tiger Leaping Gorge, we can see that Shenzhen is more expensive. And not only is Tiger Leaping Gorge much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tiger Leaping Gorge would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tiger Leaping Gorge 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 Tiger Leaping Gorge.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Shenzhen Expensive? and Is Tiger Leaping Gorge 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.