Which place is cheaper, Dunedin or Wuyuan?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Wuyuan or Dunedin?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Wuyuan and Dunedin can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Wuyuan or Dunedin?
Wuyuan
Wuyuan, China is a small city in the Jiangxi Province in the south central area of the country. The city acts as a transport hub for the province, with many main bus routes running through it. Wuyuan also acts as the main thoroughfare when traveling to local remote villages in the area. It is best to know some Mandarin as this region does not see many non-Mandarin speaking tourists, which also means you should expect some very friendly attention!
Dunedin
Dunedin is the second largest city on the South Island of New Zealand. It is situated on the southeast coast and is largely Scottish in its heritage. It is part of the Otago region and has mild temperatures during the spring and summer, but extremely cold temperatures during the end of fall and winter. Dunedin is a university town; The University of Otago is the oldest in New Zealand, established in 1869. The students make up over a tenth of the entire city's population.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Shanghai, The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in New Zealand, and The Best Adventure Tours to New Zealand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayWuyuan $57Dunedin $102
The average daily cost (per person) in Wuyuan is $57, while the average daily cost in Dunedin is $102. 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 Wuyuan and Dunedin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personWuyuan $26Dunedin $52
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomWuyuan $52Dunedin $104
Compare Hotels in Wuyuan and Dunedin
Looking for a hotel in Wuyuan or Dunedin? 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: Dunedin Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Wuyuan $13Dunedin $27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dunedin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dunedin:
- ONE WAY MOMONA: Transfer from /to Dunedin Airport: $125
- Momona Airport: One-Way Private Transfer to Momona: $90
- Dunedin Int Airport(DUD) to Dunedin - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $72
- Private Transfer from Chalmers Cruise Port to Dunedin City Hotels: $44
- Private Transfer from Chalmers Port to Dunedin Airport (DUD): $44
Is it cheaper to fly into Wuyuan or Dunedin?
Prices for flights to both Dunedin and Wuyuan 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 dayWuyuan $20Dunedin $29
Typical Food Prices in Wuyuan
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Wuyuan:
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Gummy Candy$0.28
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Cookies$0.69
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Wuyuan $19Dunedin $17
Tours and Activities in Dunedin
Here are a few actual costs in Dunedin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Shore Excursion: V8 Trike, Peninsula and City Tour: $48
- A 2 hour Small Group Dunedin City Highlights Tour: $57
- Albatross, Wildlife and Harbour Cruise: $97
- All in Dunedin - Nature & City Tour: $520
- Brews and Views: Private Tour of Dunedin’s Craft Beer Scene: $1,035
- Captivating Side of Dunedin Walking Tour for Couples: $273
- Castle, Coast & City Small Group Tour (8 pax max): $120
- Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula: $106
- Cruise Dunedin City and Castle Tour: $112
- Dunedin Adventure: Family Heritage & Nature Walk: $174
- Dunedin Adventure: Family Heritage & Nature Walk: $339
- Dunedin City & Coast Views 3-Hour Small-Group Tour: $74
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayWuyuan $14Dunedin $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Dunedin
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Dunedin:
- Speight Brewery Small Group Guided Tour from Dunedin: $21
- Emerson's Brewery Tour: $24
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Wuyuan and Dunedin, we can see that Dunedin is more expensive. And not only is Wuyuan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Wuyuan is in Asia and Dunedin is in Pacific, 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 Wuyuan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Wuyuan 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 Dunedin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dunedin than you might in Wuyuan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Wuyuan Expensive? and Is Dunedin Expensive?.
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.