Which place is cheaper, Pyeongchang or Tanah Rata?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tanah Rata or Pyeongchang?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Pyeongchang? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Tanah Rata or Pyeongchang?
Tanah Rata
Tanah Rata is one of the main tourist towns in the Cameron Highlands. The Cameron Highlands are in western Malaysia and are a popular retreat for Malaysian residents and international travelers alike. The area's higher elevation offers an often much needed break from the country's oppressive heat. It also has a beautiful setting that is rich in agriculture and has rolling hills that are beautifully covered in tea plantations. Tanah Rata has many of the area's tourist amenities. ATMS, banks, and the area's main hospital are all found in town. For some, the area feels too touristy, but if you linger longer, and explore on your own, you can easily escape the mass tourism and see the area for what it is.
Pyeongchang
Pyeongchang is a county of South Korea situated in the Taebaek Mountains in Gangwon Province. A popular location for winter sports, it was chosen as the host city for the 2018 Winter Olympics. Other attractions include Buddhist temples, parks, villages, and natural scenery.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Malaysia, The Best 2-Week Tours in Malaysia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Seoul, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Seoul.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTanah Rata $158Pyeongchang $121
The average daily cost (per person) in Tanah Rata is $158, while the average daily cost in Pyeongchang is $121. 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 Tanah Rata and Pyeongchang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTanah Rata $77Pyeongchang $65
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTanah Rata $154Pyeongchang $130
Compare Hotels in Tanah Rata and Pyeongchang
Looking for a hotel in Tanah Rata or Pyeongchang? 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: Tanah Rata Hotel Prices and Pyeongchang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tanah Rata $34Pyeongchang $26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tanah Rata
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Tanah Rata:
- Shared Transfer : Cameron Highland to Taman Negara via Kuala Tembeling Jetty: $156
- Departure Transfer from Cameron Highland to KLIA/KLIA2: $169
- Chauffeur: Cameron Highlands to Singapore Van Transfer: $125
- CameronHighland CityHotel to KualaLumpur Airport One-way Transfer: $109
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $93
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $93
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur Airport Departure Transfer: $110
- Cameron Highlands Hotels to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $94
- Cameron Highlands City to Kuala Lumpur City One-way Transfer: $92
- Cameron Highlands City To Kuala Lumpur City Transfer: $94
- Cameron Highland to Kuala Besut Jetty One Way SIC Transfer: $156
- Cameron Highland to KUL Hotel (One Way Transfer): $153
Is it cheaper to fly into Tanah Rata or Pyeongchang?
Prices for flights to both Pyeongchang and Tanah Rata 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 dayTanah Rata $51Pyeongchang $29
Typical Food Prices in Tanah Rata
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Tanah Rata:
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Dinner for Two$6.55
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Dessert$0.73
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Lunch$4.61
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Afternoon tea$4.48
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tanah Rata $39Pyeongchang $53
Typical Entertainment Prices in Tanah Rata
Here are a few typical costs in Tanah Rata for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Tea Factory Visit$6.55
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Tour of Orang Asli Village$24
Tours and Activities in Tanah Rata
Here are a few actual costs in Tanah Rata for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Cameron Highlands Sightseing Tour: $33
- Cameron Highlands City Hotels to Kuala Lumpur Airport EN-ROUTE Batu Caves Tour: $110
- Cameron Highlands City to Kuala Lumpur Airport EN-ROUTE Batu Caves Tour: $109
- Cameron Highlands Full Day Tour: $75
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur International Airport EN-ROUTE Batu Caves Tour: $110
- Cameron Highlands: Agro Delight Tour: $61
- Special Cameron Highlands ~ Day tour;Solo;Couple;Group: $292
Tours and Activities in Pyeongchang
For Pyeongchang, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Balwangsan Cable Car & Samyang Ranch One Day Tour: $94
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTanah Rata $22Pyeongchang $9.27
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tanah Rata and Pyeongchang, we can see that Tanah Rata is more expensive. And not only is Pyeongchang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Pyeongchang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pyeongchang 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 Tanah Rata would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tanah Rata than you might in Pyeongchang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tanah Rata Expensive? and Is Pyeongchang Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Tanah Rata or Pyeongchang?
Pyeongchang has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Tanah Rata experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Pyeongchang in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Tanah Rata as well as Pyeongchang. Tanah Rata attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the summer, Tanah Rata is a little warmer than Pyeongchang. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tanah Rata in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Pyeongchang averages at about 24°C (76°F).
It's quite rainy in Pyeongchang. Tanah Rata usually gets less rain in July than Pyeongchang. Tanah Rata gets 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 217 mm (8.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTanah Rata 27°C (81°F)Pyeongchang 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Pyeongchang in the Autumn?
Both Pyeongchang and Tanah Rata are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tanah Rata throughout the year.
In October, Tanah Rata is generally much warmer than Pyeongchang. Daily temperatures in Tanah Rata average around 27°C (81°F), and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Pyeongchang. It's quite rainy in Tanah Rata. In October, Tanah Rata usually receives more rain than Pyeongchang. Tanah Rata gets 237 mm (9.3 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTanah Rata 27°C (81°F)Pyeongchang 15°C (60°F)
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Pyeongchang in the Winter?
Both Pyeongchang and Tanah Rata during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Tanah Rata because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The weather in Pyeongchang can be very cold. Tanah Rata is much warmer than Pyeongchang in the winter. The daily temperature in Tanah Rata averages around 27°C (80°F) in January, and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 0°C (33°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Tanah Rata. Tanah Rata usually gets more rain in January than Pyeongchang. Tanah Rata gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTanah Rata 27°C (80°F)Pyeongchang 0°C (33°F)
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Pyeongchang in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Tanah Rata and Pyeongchang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tanah Rata year-round.
In the spring, Tanah Rata is much warmer than Pyeongchang. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tanah Rata in April average around 28°C (82°F), and Pyeongchang averages at about 12°C (54°F).
Tanah Rata gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Tanah Rata usually receives more rain than Pyeongchang. Tanah Rata gets 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 77 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTanah Rata 28°C (82°F)Pyeongchang 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Pyeongchang and Tanah Rata
| Tanah Rata | Pyeongchang | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 126 mm (5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 270 mm (10.6 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
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.