A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Tiberias vs. Yangshuo for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Tiberias or Yangshuo?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Tiberias or Yangshuo? 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: Tiberias or Yangshuo?

Tiberias

Tiberias is a major tourist destination in Israel. It's positioned on the western side of the Sea of Galilee and is a popular spot for Israeli and international tourists alike. The town itself offers great views of the beautiful blue waters and the surrounding green hills. Tiberias is also considered to be one of the Jewish Four Holy Cities. Many people also use Tiberias as a jumping off point to explore the Golan Heights area.

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 3-Day Tours from Jerusalem, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Jerusalem, The Best Budget Tours to China, and The Best Tours for Seniors to China.


Which place is cheaper, Yangshuo or Tiberias?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Tiberias is $90, 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 Tiberias and Yangshuo in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Tiberias $57
    Yangshuo $25
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Tiberias $114
    Yangshuo $50
Compare Hotels in Tiberias and Yangshuo

Looking for a hotel in Tiberias 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.

Hotels in Tiberias


Hotels in Yangshuo


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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: Tiberias Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Tiberias $4.71
    Yangshuo $43

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangshuo

Also for Yangshuo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Airport Transfer: Yangshuo Hotel to Guilin Liangjiang Airport: $45
  • Private Impression Sanjie Liu Evening Show with Hotel Transfer: $88
  • Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Guilin hotel: $64
  • Private Transfer from Yangshuo Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $48
  • Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Guilin hotel: $37
  • Private Transfer from Yangshuo(Xingping) Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $21
  • Private Yangshuo Transfer from Hotel to Longji terraces Hotel: $96
  • Visit 100% primitive cave with Transfer: $97
  • Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Xingping hotel: $67

Is it cheaper to fly into Tiberias or Yangshuo?

Prices for flights to both Yangshuo and Tiberias 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Tiberias $29
    Yangshuo $19
Typical Food Prices in Tiberias

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Tiberias:


  • Lunch for Two
    $5.49
  • Pastry
    $1.92

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yangshuo

For Yangshuo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Full-day Cultural Experience: Taichi, Cooking & Painting Lessons: $100
  • Yangshuo Full Day Tour: Cooking class, River boat, Light Show: $259

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Tiberias $11
    Yangshuo $23
Typical Entertainment Prices in Tiberias

Here are a few typical costs in Tiberias for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Two Bikes for Day
    $33

Tours and Activities in Tiberias

Here are a few actual costs in Tiberias for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Culinary Day Tour of the Galilee: $287
  • Haifa Shore Excursion: Nazareth and the Galilee - for cruise ship guests only: $115
  • Safed Wine & Cheese Tour: $250
  • Shabbat Experience in Tzfat with Wine Pairing: $160

Tours and Activities in Yangshuo

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Yangshuo.

  • Impression Sanjie Liu Show Ticket: $45
  • Yangshuo Impression Liusanjie Show Ticket: $45
  • Yangshuo Ruyi peak & round way cable car ticket: $55
  • Half/Full-Day Yangshuo Countryside Moderate Cycling and Sightseeing Private Tour: $60
  • One Day Xianggong Hill Xingping Bamboo Boat West Street Tour : $79
  • 1 Day - Yangshuo Bike Tour: $80
  • Xingping Parasailing Experience Ticket: $89
  • Yangshuo Parasailing Experience Ticket: $89
  • Yangshuo Classic Private Day Tour: $106
  • Half-day Tour: Largest Tea Plantation & Amazing Xianggong Hill: $107
  • Half-Day Private Tour: Yangshuo Sidecar Tour from Yangshuo hotel: $117
  • Private Tea Picking Tour and Taste in Yangshuo: $120

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Tiberias $17
    Yangshuo $33


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tiberias and Yangshuo, we can see that Tiberias is more expensive. And not only is Yangshuo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tiberias is in Middle East and Yangshuo is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Yangshuo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Yangshuo 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 Tiberias would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tiberias than you might in Yangshuo.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tiberias Expensive? and Is Yangshuo Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Tiberias or Yangshuo?

Yangshuo has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Tiberias. When comparing the sizes of Tiberias 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 Tiberias or Yangshuo?

Yangshuo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Tiberias experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Tiberias or Yangshuo in the Summer?

Both Yangshuo and Tiberias during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Tiberias because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In the summer, Tiberias is around the same temperature as Yangshuo. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tiberias in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Yangshuo averages at about 30°C (86°F).

Yangshuo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Tiberias usually gets less rain in July than Yangshuo. Tiberias gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Tiberias 28°C (82°F) 
    Yangshuo 30°C (86°F)

Should I visit Tiberias or Yangshuo in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Tiberias and Yangshuo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tiberias year-round.

In October, Tiberias is generally around the same temperature as Yangshuo. Daily temperatures in Tiberias average around 24°C (75°F), and Yangshuo fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).

In October, Tiberias usually receives less rain than Yangshuo. Tiberias gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Tiberias 24°C (75°F) 
    Yangshuo 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Tiberias or Yangshuo in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Tiberias as well as Yangshuo. Tiberias attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

Tiberias is a little warmer than Yangshuo in the winter. The daily temperature in Tiberias averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Yangshuo fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).

Tiberias usually gets less rain in January than Yangshuo. Tiberias gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Tiberias 14°C (57°F) 
    Yangshuo 10°C (49°F)

Should I visit Tiberias or Yangshuo in the Spring?

Both Yangshuo and Tiberias are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tiberias throughout the year.

In the spring, Tiberias is around the same temperature as Yangshuo. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tiberias in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Yangshuo averages at about 20°C (68°F).

It rains a lot this time of the year in Yangshuo. In April, Tiberias usually receives less rain than Yangshuo. Tiberias gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Yangshuo receives 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Tiberias 20°C (68°F) 
    Yangshuo 20°C (68°F)

Typical Weather for Yangshuo and Tiberias

Tiberias Yangshuo
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 14°C (57°F) 41 mm (1.6 in) 10°C (49°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Feb 14°C (57°F) 37 mm (1.5 in) 11°C (51°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Mar 16°C (61°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 15°C (59°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Apr 20°C (68°F) 26 mm (1 in) 20°C (68°F) 263 mm (10.3 in)
May 23°C (73°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 25°C (77°F) 334 mm (13.2 in)
Jun 27°C (81°F) 0 mm (0 in) 28°C (82°F) 320 mm (12.6 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 0 mm (0 in) 30°C (86°F) 206 mm (8.1 in)
Aug 29°C (84°F) 0 mm (0 in) 30°C (86°F) 168 mm (6.6 in)
Sep 27°C (81°F) 7 mm (0.3 in) 27°C (81°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Oct 24°C (75°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 23°C (73°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Nov 20°C (68°F) 22 mm (0.9 in) 17°C (63°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Dec 16°C (61°F) 37 mm (1.5 in) 12°C (53°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)