Which place is cheaper, Sado or Tainan City?
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 Tainan City or Sado?
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 Tainan City and Sado can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Tainan City or Sado?
Tainan City
The oldest city in Taiwan, Tainan was once the nation's capital during imperial times and is today famous for its temples and historic buildings which speak to this distant past. Additionally Tainan has become known for its lively night markets and fantastic snack foods available from a large concentrate of street vendors located throughout the city.
Sado
Sado Island, Japan is located just off the coast of Niigata and is an old gold mining town that has since developed into a quiet summer holiday destination. The island is home to two mountain ranges, O-Sado in the north and Ko-sado in the south, with the popular Kuninaka plain in between the mountain ranges. With the remoteness of the island, it has become a popular destination for tourists to experience old Japan and get away from the busy mainland.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Taiwan, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Taiwan, The Best Adventure Tours to Japan, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Japan.
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Tainan City Prices
Taiwan PricesSado Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTainan City $149Sado $82
The average daily cost (per person) in Tainan City is $149, while the average daily cost in Sado is $82. 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 Tainan City and Sado in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTainan City $64Sado $31
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTainan City $128Sado $62
Compare Hotels in Tainan City and Sado
Looking for a hotel in Tainan City or Sado? 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: Tainan City Hotel Prices and Sado Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tainan City $20Sado $14
Is it cheaper to fly into Tainan City or Sado?
Prices for flights to both Sado and Tainan City 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 dayTainan City $72Sado $42
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tainan City $11Sado $8.74
Tours and Activities in Sado
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Sado are as follows:
- Sado Island Highlights: 3-Hour Bike Tour: $84
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTainan City $6.14Sado $69
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tainan City and Sado, we can see that Tainan City is more expensive. And not only is Sado much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sado would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sado 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 Tainan City would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tainan City than you might in Sado.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tainan City Expensive? and Is Sado 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.