Which place is cheaper, Yangshuo or Sukhothai?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Sukhothai or Yangshuo?
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 Sukhothai and Yangshuo can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Sukhothai or Yangshuo?
Sukhothai
If you are the kind of wandering traveler looking to find calm and inner peace, you will want to add Sukhothai to your list. Also known as "the dawn of happiness," this area is best known for the ruins of the ancient city of Sukhothai – the capital of Thailand during the 13th century. As the first capital of Siam, the area's temples and monuments are restored and ready for visitors from around the world.
Yangshuo
A county of the city, Guilin, Yangshuo is located in a region famous for its karst topography. Surrounded by jagged mountain peaks and bordered on one side by the Li River, Yangshuo has become a popular home base for tourists looking to explore the region's natural wonders. Backpackers and tourists, both foreign and domestic, come to Yangshuo every year making it a city of many cultures. Most locals are even able to speak English, which is fairly uncommon for Chinese cities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Thailand, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Thailand, The Best Budget Tours to China, and The Best Tours for Seniors to China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySukhothai $59Yangshuo $72
The average daily cost (per person) in Sukhothai is $59, while the average daily cost in Yangshuo is $72. 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 Sukhothai and Yangshuo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSukhothai $23Yangshuo $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSukhothai $46Yangshuo $50
Compare Hotels in Sukhothai and Yangshuo
Looking for a hotel in Sukhothai or Yangshuo? 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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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Sukhothai Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sukhothai $17Yangshuo $42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sukhothai
Also for Sukhothai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer to Bangkok City: $322
- Private Transfer to Bangkok City: $268
- One -Way Private Transfer to Chiang Mai: $187
- Sukhothai Hotel Transfer: to/from Chiang Mai Hotel Transfer: $159
- Sukhothai : private car transfer to/from Chiang Mai: $138
- Sukhothai airport: Transfer to Sukhothai Historical Park: $78
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangshuo
Also for Yangshuo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Yangshuo Rock Climbing with Hotel Transfer (3 hours): $69
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo(Xingping) Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $21
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Guilin hotel: $37
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $48
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Yangshuo hotel: $21
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Longsheng hotel: $107
- Private Impression Sanjie Liu Evening Show with Hotel Transfer: $88
- Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin Train Stations: $49
- Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin International Airport (KWL): $49
- Impression Liu Sanjie - Ticket Booking (including Round-trip Transfer): $75
Is it cheaper to fly into Sukhothai or Yangshuo?
Prices for flights to both Yangshuo and Sukhothai 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 daySukhothai $19Yangshuo $19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yangshuo
For Yangshuo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3-Hour Yangshuo Cooking Class with Yangshuo Town Shopping: $138
- Yangshuo Full Day Tour: Cooking class, River boat, Light Show: $259
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sukhothai $33Yangshuo $23
Tours and Activities in Sukhothai
For Sukhothai, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Cycling Sukhothai Full Day Countryside Tour: $32
- 2.5-Hours Guided Countryside Sunset Bike Tour: $18
- Full-Day Historical Park Cycling Tour with Lunch: $42
- Half-Day Countryside Bike Tour: $26
- Historical Park & Countryside Cycling Tour: $42
Tours and Activities in Yangshuo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Yangshuo.
- Longji Rice Terraces Day Tour from Yangshuo hotel: $181
- Yangshuo Helicopter Tour from Yangshuo hotel: $149
- 1 Day - Yangshuo Bike Tour: $80
- 1-Day Longji Rice Terraces hiking tour from Guilin/Yangshuo hotel: $188
- 1-Day Tour: Yangshuo Yulong Bamboo Boat and Ruyi Peak Cable Car: $149
- 2 Day - Longji Rice Terraces - Sunrise Hiking Tour: $280
- Full-Day Li-River Tour from Yangshuo to Yangdi With the English Speaking Driver: $159
- Full-day Tour: Longji Rice Terraces & Minority Villages: $146
- Full/Half-Day Yangshuo Xianggong Hill Sunrise Private Tour: $136
- Guilin Highlight Sightseeing Private Day City Tour: $139
- Guilin Tea plantation and Longji Rice Terraces Day Tour from Yangshuo hotel: $181
- Guilin Yangshuo Day tour from Guangzhou by Round Way Bullet Train: $212
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySukhothai $12Yangshuo $33
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sukhothai and Yangshuo, we can see that Yangshuo is more expensive. And not only is Sukhothai much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sukhothai would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sukhothai 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 Yangshuo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yangshuo than you might in Sukhothai.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sukhothai Expensive? and Is Yangshuo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sukhothai or Yangshuo?
Yangshuo has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Sukhothai. When comparing the sizes of Sukhothai and Yangshuo, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit Sukhothai or Yangshuo?
Yangshuo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Sukhothai experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Sukhothai or Yangshuo in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Sukhothai and Yangshuo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Sukhothai year-round.
In the summer, Sukhothai is around the same temperature as Yangshuo. Typically, the summer temperatures in Sukhothai in July average around 29°C (84°F), and Yangshuo averages at about 30°C (86°F).
Yangshuo receives a lot of rain in the summer. Sukhothai gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Sukhothai usually receives less rain than Yangshuo. Sukhothai gets 190 mm (7.5 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySukhothai 29°C (84°F)Yangshuo 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Sukhothai or Yangshuo in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Sukhothai as well as Yangshuo. Sukhothai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Sukhothai is generally a little warmer than Yangshuo. Daily temperatures in Sukhothai average around 28°C (83°F), and Yangshuo fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Sukhothai receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Sukhothai usually gets more rain in October than Yangshuo. Sukhothai gets 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, October to April in Sukhothai is the dry season. May to October in Sukhothai is the rainy season.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSukhothai 28°C (83°F)Yangshuo 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Sukhothai or Yangshuo in the Winter?
Both Yangshuo and Sukhothai are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Sukhothai throughout the year.
Sukhothai is much warmer than Yangshuo in the winter. The daily temperature in Sukhothai averages around 25°C (77°F) in January, and Yangshuo fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
In January, Sukhothai usually receives less rain than Yangshuo. Sukhothai gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySukhothai 25°C (77°F)Yangshuo 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Sukhothai or Yangshuo in the Spring?
Both Yangshuo and Sukhothai during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Sukhothai because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The heat can be very extreme in Sukhothai. In the spring, Sukhothai is much warmer than Yangshuo. Typically, the spring temperatures in Sukhothai in April average around 32°C (89°F), and Yangshuo averages at about 20°C (68°F).
Yangshuo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Sukhothai usually gets less rain in April than Yangshuo. Sukhothai gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain this time of the year. October to April is the dry season in Sukhothai. May to October is the rainy season in Sukhothai.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSukhothai 32°C (89°F)Yangshuo 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Yangshuo and Sukhothai
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 30°C (86°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| Apr | 32°C (89°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) |
| May | 31°C (87°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (85°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) |
| Sep | 29°C (84°F) | 241 mm (9.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
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