A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Wuhu vs. Sado for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Wuhu or Sado?

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 Sado. 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 Sado?

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.

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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Lhasa, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Shanghai, The Best Adventure Tours to Japan, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Japan.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Wuhu and Sado, we can see that Wuhu 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 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 Sado.

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

When is the best time to visit Wuhu or Sado?

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 Sado in the Summer?

Both Sado and Wuhu are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Sado for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Wuhu is a little warmer than Sado. Typically, the summer temperatures in Wuhu in July average around 28°C (83°F), and Sado averages at about 23°C (74°F).

It rains a lot this time of the year in Sado. It's quite rainy in Wuhu. In July, Wuhu usually receives more rain than Sado. Wuhu gets 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Sado receives 161 mm (6.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Wuhu or Sado in the Autumn?

Both Sado and Wuhu during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Sado in the autumn for the hiking trails and the shopping scene.

In October, Wuhu is generally a little warmer than Sado. Daily temperatures in Wuhu average around 17°C (63°F), and Sado fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).

Sado gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Wuhu usually gets less rain in October than Sado. Wuhu gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Sado receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Wuhu or Sado in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Wuhu and Sado. Also, most visitors come to Sado for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.

Sado can be very cold during winter. Wuhu can get quite cold in the winter. Wuhu is around the same temperature as Sado in the winter. The daily temperature in Wuhu averages around 3°C (37°F) in January, and Sado fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).

Sado receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Wuhu usually receives less rain than Sado. Wuhu gets 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Sado receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Wuhu or Sado in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Wuhu as well as Sado.

In the spring, Wuhu is a little warmer than Sado. Typically, the spring temperatures in Wuhu in April average around 15°C (60°F), and Sado averages at about 10°C (51°F).

It's quite rainy in Sado. Wuhu receives a lot of rain in the spring. Wuhu usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Sado. Wuhu gets 101 mm (4 in) of rain, while Sado receives 102 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Sado and Wuhu