Which place is cheaper, Guilin or Wuhu?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Wuhu or Guilin?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Wuhu and Guilin. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Wuhu or Guilin?
Wuhu
The city of Wuhu is located in the southeast of the Anhui province of China. It lies on the south bank of the Yangtze River, and about 74 miles from the capital city of Hefei. It is made of floodplains, terraces and low hills, and its plentiful water supply makes it the perfect spot for fish and rice production.
The area has a subtropical climate with a humid monsoon season. When planning your trip, remember that the rainy season is from spring to early winter with the heaviest rainfall from mid-June to early July. So the best trips will be in autumn when it is nice and cool, and the chrysanthemums are in bloom.
Guilin
Guilin is a city in Southern China situated on the west bank of the Li River with Hunan to the north. Its name means, "Forest of Sweet Osmanthus," owing to the large number of fragrant Sweet Osmanthus trees located in the city. Products like tea, sugar, and wine, can be made from the tree and are found in many shops throughout Guilin. A popular tourist destination, the city is renowned for its scenery of karst topography with unique mountains jutting out of the urban landscape.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Lhasa, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Shanghai, The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayWuhu $86Guilin $67
The average daily cost (per person) in Wuhu is $86, while the average daily cost in Guilin is $67. 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 Wuhu and Guilin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personWuhu $30Guilin $34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomWuhu $60Guilin $68
Compare Hotels in Wuhu and Guilin
Looking for a hotel in Wuhu or Guilin? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Wuhu $26Guilin $5.77
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Guilin
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Guilin are as follows:
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Taxi$2.76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guilin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guilin:
- Private Arrival Transfer: Guilin Train Stations to Downtown Hotel: $17
- Private Departure Transfer from Hotel to Guilin Train Stations: $17
- [Airport Transfer] Haikou Airport ⇔ Haikou City Transfer ☆ High reputation for service! <Charter charter> *: $23
- Private Arrival Transfer: Guilin International Airport (KWL) to Downtown Hotel: $25
- Private Departure Transfer: Downtown Guilin Hotel to Airport (KWL): $25
- Private Airport Transfer:Guilin Hotel to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport: $35
- Guilin Railway stations Transfer Service: $37
- Transfer from Guilin Hotels to Yangshuo Town: $37
- Transfer from Guilin Liangjiang Airport to Guilin City Center: $41
- Private Guilin Airport Transfer to Yangshuo: $42
- One Way Transfer Service between Guilin city and airport: $43
- Private Airport Transfer: Guilin Liangjiang Airport to Yangshuo Hotel: $45
Is it cheaper to fly into Wuhu or Guilin?
Prices for flights to both Guilin and Wuhu 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 dayWuhu $39Guilin $22
Typical Food Prices in Guilin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Guilin:
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Fresh Coconut Drink$1.38
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guilin
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guilin.
- Half day Yangshuo Cooking lesson Small Group Tour: $62
- Full-Day Li-River with the 4 Star Luxury Boat VIP Room and Yangshuo Cooking Tour: $286
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Wuhu $18Guilin $28
Typical Entertainment Prices in Guilin
Here are a few typical costs in Guilin for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entrance to the Caves$17
Tours and Activities in Guilin
Here are a few actual costs in Guilin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Guilin Four lakes night cruise with the English speaking driver from Guilin hotel: $47
- Half-Day Self-Guided Yangshuo Xianggong Hill Sunrise Tour: $52
- Li River Cruise Ticket Booking (E-ticket & Seat Reservation): $54
- Private Full-Day City Tour with Fubo Hill: $59
- Full-Day Guilin Essence and Lifestyle Walking Tour: $69
- Private Bike Tour: Yangshuo Countryside: $72
- Kayaking Adventure with Local Guide: $72
- Yangshuo Old Town and Li River Cruise from Guilin: $72
- One Day Private Longshen Rice Terraces Tour Including Lunch: $73
- Half/Full day Yangshuo Cuiping hill Sunset Private Tour: $73
- Full/Half-Day Yangshuo Xianggong Mountain Sunrise Private Tour: $77
- 1-Day Longji Terrace Fields-Dazhai village Tour with the English Speaking Driver: $79
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayWuhu $8.10Guilin $5.73
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Wuhu and Guilin, we can see that Wuhu is more expensive. And not only is Guilin much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Guilin would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guilin 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 Wuhu would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Wuhu than you might in Guilin.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Wuhu Expensive? and Is Guilin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Wuhu or Guilin?
Guilin has a larger population, and is about 28% larger than the population of Wuhu. When comparing the sizes of Wuhu and Guilin, 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 Wuhu or Guilin?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Wuhu or Guilin in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Wuhu and Guilin.
In the summer, Wuhu is around the same temperature as Guilin. Typically, the summer temperatures in Wuhu in July average around 28°C (83°F), and Guilin averages at about 30°C (86°F).
Guilin receives a lot of rain in the summer. Wuhu gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Wuhu usually receives less rain than Guilin. Wuhu gets 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyWuhu 28°C (83°F)Guilin 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Wuhu or Guilin in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Wuhu as well as Guilin.
In October, Wuhu is generally cooler than Guilin. Daily temperatures in Wuhu average around 17°C (63°F), and Guilin fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Wuhu usually gets less rain in October than Guilin. Wuhu gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberWuhu 17°C (63°F)Guilin 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Wuhu or Guilin in the Winter?
Both Guilin and Wuhu are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Wuhu can be very cold during winter. Wuhu is much colder than Guilin in the winter. The daily temperature in Wuhu averages around 3°C (37°F) in January, and Guilin fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
In January, Wuhu usually receives less rain than Guilin. Wuhu gets 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryWuhu 3°C (37°F)Guilin 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Wuhu or Guilin in the Spring?
Both Guilin and Wuhu during the spring are popular places to visit.
In the spring, Wuhu is cooler than Guilin. Typically, the spring temperatures in Wuhu in April average around 15°C (60°F), and Guilin averages at about 20°C (68°F).
Guilin gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Wuhu. Wuhu usually gets less rain in April than Guilin. Wuhu gets 101 mm (4 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilWuhu 15°C (60°F)Guilin 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Guilin and Wuhu
| Wuhu | Guilin | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (40°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (48°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) |
| May | 21°C (69°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (83°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (83°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (74°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (52°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (41°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 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.