Which place is cheaper, Yokohama or Tanah Rata?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tanah Rata or Yokohama?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Yokohama? 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 Yokohama?
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.
Yokohama
Located on the western coast of Tokyo Bay just south of Tokyo, Yokohama is Japan's second largest city and one of the most-visited cities by foreigners. It features one of the largest Chinatown's in the world as well as many parks and architectural landmarks.
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 Tokyo, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Tokyo.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTanah Rata $137Yokohama $124
The average daily cost (per person) in Tanah Rata is $137, while the average daily cost in Yokohama is $124. 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 Yokohama in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTanah Rata $67Yokohama $69
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTanah Rata $134Yokohama $138
Compare Hotels in Tanah Rata and Yokohama
Looking for a hotel in Tanah Rata or Yokohama? 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 Yokohama Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tanah Rata $29Yokohama $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tanah Rata
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Tanah Rata:
- Cameron Highland to KUL Hotel (One Way Transfer): $153
- Cameron Highlands City To Kuala Lumpur City Transfer: $94
- Cameron Highlands City to Kuala Lumpur City One-way Transfer: $92
- Cameron Highlands Hotels to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $94
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur Airport Departure Transfer: $110
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $93
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $93
- CameronHighland CityHotel to KualaLumpur Airport One-way Transfer: $109
- Chauffeur: Cameron Highlands to Singapore Van Transfer: $118
- Departure Transfer from Cameron Highland to KLIA/KLIA2: $169
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yokohama
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yokohama:
- Haneda Airport to/from Yokohama Private transfer: $119
- Haneda Airport: Private One-Way Transfer to/from Yokohama: $148
- Narita Airport to/from Yokohama Private Transfer: $324
- Narita Airport: Private One-Way Transfer to/from Yokohama: $264
- Private Departure Transfer : Yokohama City to Haneda Airport: $119
- Private Departure Transfer : Yokohama City to Narita International Airport: $239
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Cruise Port to Narita Airport NRT: $114
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Cruise Port to Tokyo: $76
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Cruise Port to Tokyo city hotels: $96
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Port to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND): $59
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Port to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND): $65
- Shared Departure Transfer : Yokohama City to Haneda Airport: $54
Is it cheaper to fly into Tanah Rata or Yokohama?
Prices for flights to both Yokohama 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 $44Yokohama $37
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$5.66
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Dessert$0.63
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Lunch$3.98
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Afternoon tea$3.88
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yokohama
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Yokohama.
- TAKOYAKI Cooking Class with All-you-can-drink in Tokyo, Roppongi: $46
- Sushi Roll and Side Dish Cooking Experience in Tokyo: $78
- 3-Hour Shared Halal-Friendly Japanese Cooking Class in Tokyo: $85
- Ginza Private Walking and Tokyo Local Food Tour: $104
- Shinjuku Izakaya Food Tour: $108
- Sakuragicho/Noge Walking & Local Food Tour: $114
- Half-day Cooking Class in Yokohama Local Shopping District: $123
- Adventurous Japanese Food Tour: $124
- Experience Izakaya With A Mini Food Tour Of Tokyo: $161
- Night Food Tour Starting Ginza: $162
- Yokohama Private Food Tours with a Local: 100% Personalized : $186
- Tokyo Allstar Food Tour: $245
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tanah Rata $34Yokohama $29
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$5.66
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Tour of Orang Asli Village$21
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: Agro Delight Tour: $61
- Cameron Highlands Full Day Tour: $75
- Cameron Highlands City to Kuala Lumpur Airport EN-ROUTE Batu Caves Tour: $109
- Cameron Highlands City Hotels to Kuala Lumpur Airport EN-ROUTE Batu Caves Tour: $110
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur International Airport EN-ROUTE Batu Caves Tour: $110
- Special Cameron Highlands ~ Day tour;Solo;Couple;Group: $292
Tours and Activities in Yokohama
Here are a few actual costs in Yokohama for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Yokohama Zoo Zoorasia Admission Ticket: $6.29
- Marine Tower Observation Floor Ticket: $7.58
- Tokyo Walking Tour with Licensed Guide Shinjuku: $20
- Family tour with Manhole covers & Vehicles: $22
- Takoyaki making experience ~Japan's popular street food~: $23
- Easy Ramen making experience in Kabukicho, Shinjuku: $26
- Tokyo Tower: Privat tour, day or night with local guide: $27
- Experience Comparing Sake and Delicacies in shinjyuku: $32
- 【Carefully selected】Japanese sake tasting experience: $32
- 3 Hours Private Edo Tokyo Shinjuku Entertainment Tour: $32
- Walking tour focus on 5 Architecture and history: $35
- Small-Group Souvenirs Hunting Tour in Ginza: $36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTanah Rata $19Yokohama $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Yokohama
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Yokohama:
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: $26
- Tokyo Hidden Izakaya and Sake Small-Group Pub Tour with Local Guide: $163
When comparing the travel costs between Tanah Rata and Yokohama, we can see that Tanah Rata is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
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 Yokohama Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tanah Rata or Yokohama?
Yokohama has a larger population, and is about 510 times larger than the population of Tanah Rata. When comparing the sizes of Tanah Rata and Yokohama, 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 Tanah Rata or Yokohama?
Yokohama 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 Yokohama in the Summer?
Both Yokohama and Tanah Rata are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tanah Rata throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Yokohama in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Tanah Rata is around the same temperature as Yokohama. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tanah Rata in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Yokohama averages at about 25°C (78°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Yokohama. In July, Tanah Rata usually receives less rain than Yokohama. Tanah Rata gets 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTanah Rata 27°C (81°F)Yokohama 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Yokohama in the Autumn?
Both Yokohama and Tanah Rata during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Tanah Rata because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, most visitors come to Yokohama for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
In October, Tanah Rata is generally much warmer than Yokohama. Daily temperatures in Tanah Rata average around 27°C (81°F), and Yokohama fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
Yokohama gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Tanah Rata. Tanah Rata usually gets more rain in October than Yokohama. Tanah Rata gets 237 mm (9.3 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 175 mm (6.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTanah Rata 27°C (81°F)Yokohama 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Yokohama in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Tanah Rata and Yokohama. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tanah Rata year-round. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Yokohama because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Tanah Rata is much warmer than Yokohama in the winter. The daily temperature in Tanah Rata averages around 27°C (80°F) in January, and Yokohama fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
Tanah Rata gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Tanah Rata usually receives more rain than Yokohama. Tanah Rata gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTanah Rata 27°C (80°F)Yokohama 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Yokohama in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Tanah Rata as well as Yokohama. Tanah Rata attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the activities around the city are the main draw to Yokohama this time of year.
In the spring, Tanah Rata is much warmer than Yokohama. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tanah Rata in April average around 28°C (82°F), and Yokohama averages at about 14°C (58°F).
It's quite rainy in Yokohama. Tanah Rata receives a lot of rain in the spring. Tanah Rata usually gets more rain in April than Yokohama. Tanah Rata gets 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 145 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTanah Rata 28°C (82°F)Yokohama 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Yokohama and Tanah Rata
| Tanah Rata | Yokohama | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 126 mm (5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 175 mm (6.9 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 270 mm (10.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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