Which place is cheaper, Gold Coast or Wuyuan?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Wuyuan or Gold Coast?
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 Gold Coast can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Wuyuan or Gold Coast?
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!
Gold Coast
The Gold Coast is one of Australia's premier destinations. Famous for gorgeous beaches, warm weather, watersports, and plenty of activities for all ages, millions of tourists from Australia as well as everywhere in the world flock to this region every year. With beaches, national parks, theme parks, shopping and dining, nice resorts, boating, fishing, diving, theme parks and more, the Gold Coast offers something for everyone.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Shanghai, The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Australia, and The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Australia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayWuyuan $57Gold Coast $98
The average daily cost (per person) in Wuyuan is $57, while the average daily cost in Gold Coast is $98. 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 Gold Coast in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personWuyuan $26Gold Coast $55
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomWuyuan $52Gold Coast $110
Compare Hotels in Wuyuan and Gold Coast
Looking for a hotel in Wuyuan or Gold Coast? 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.Wuyuan $13Gold Coast $23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gold Coast
Also for Gold Coast, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Tandem Skydive Byron Bay with Transfers: $240
- Tangalooma Snorkel the Wrecks Cruise Transfers: $154
- Tangalooma Marine Discovery Day Cruise Transfers: $147
- Tangalooma Desert Safari Day Cruise Transfers: $147
- Private Gold Coast Airport Arrival Transfer to Byron Bay: $137
- Arrival Transfer: Airport OOL to Gold Coast by Luxury Van: $127
- Gold Coast Airport Transfer: Airport OOL to Gold Coast in Luxury Car: $127
- Gold Coast Airport Transfer: Gold Coast to Airport OOL in Luxury Car: $127
- Departure Private Transfer: Gold Coast to Airport OOL in Luxury Van: $127
- Gold Coast Airport Transfer: Airport OOL to Gold Coast in Luxury Van: $126
- Gold Coast Airport Transfer: Gold Coast to Airport OOL in Luxury Van: $126
- Tangalooma Beach Day Cruise with Bus Transfers: $114
Is it cheaper to fly into Wuyuan or Gold Coast?
Prices for flights to both Gold Coast 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 $20Gold Coast $27
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Gold Coast
For Gold Coast, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Australian Outback Spectacular Dinner & Show: $72
- Gold Coast Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise: $79
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Wuyuan $19Gold Coast $19
Tours and Activities in Gold Coast
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Gold Coast.
- 1.5 hr Jet Ski Safari tour to South Stradbroke Island!: $184
- 2 Hours Dolphin Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour on the Broadwater: $50
- 2.5 hr Jet Ski Safaris tour - Ultimate Adventure + island stop: $264
- 2.5-Hour Ultimate Learn to Surf Adventure: $43
- 2.5hr Gold Coast Kayaking & snorkelling tour: $52
- 3-Day Ticket: Dreamworld with WhiteWaterWorld & SkyPoint: $97
- Aquaduck Gold Coast 1 hour City and River Tour: $36
- Arro Jet Boating Experience, Surfers Paradise Gold Coast: $52
- Breakfast sailing cruise includes snacks & drinks: $79
- Brisbane: Winery Tour with Tastings and 2-Course Lunch: $150
- Broadwater Morning Cruise: $39
- Broadwater Morning Cruise with Spirit of Gold Coast: $39
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayWuyuan $14Gold Coast $5.19
Sample the Local Flavors in Gold Coast
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gold Coast:
- Tamborine Mountain: Wine Tasting Tour with 2-Course Lunch: $124
- Full-Day Guided Wine Tour in Mt Tamborine From Gold Coast : $132
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Wuyuan and Gold Coast, we can see that Gold Coast 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 Gold Coast 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 Gold Coast would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Gold Coast 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 Gold Coast Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Wuyuan or Gold Coast?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Gold Coast is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Wuyuan has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Wuyuan or Gold Coast in the Summer?
Both Gold Coast and Wuyuan are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Gold Coast because of the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Wuyuan is a little warmer than Gold Coast. Typically, the summer temperatures in Wuyuan in July average around 30°C (85°F), and Gold Coast averages at about 25°C (77°F)in January.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Gold Coast. It's quite rainy in Wuyuan. In July, Wuyuan usually receives more rain than Gold Coastin January. Wuyuan gets 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain, while Gold Coast receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryWuyuan 30°C (85°F)Gold Coast 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Wuyuan or Gold Coast in the Autumn?
Both Gold Coast and Wuyuan during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the shopping scene are the main draw to Gold Coast this time of year.
In October, Wuyuan is generally around the same temperature as Gold Coastin April. Daily temperatures in Wuyuan average around 20°C (68°F), and Gold Coast fluctuates around 22°C (71°F).
Gold Coast gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Wuyuan usually gets less rain in October than Gold Coastin April. Wuyuan gets 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Gold Coast receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilWuyuan 20°C (68°F)Gold Coast 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Wuyuan or Gold Coast in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Wuyuan and Gold Coast. Also, many travelers come to Gold Coast for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Wuyuan is much colder than Gold Coast in the winter. The daily temperature in Wuyuan averages around 6°C (43°F) in January, and Gold Coast fluctuates around 15°C (59°F)in July.
In January, Wuyuan usually receives less rain than Gold Coastin July. Wuyuan gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Gold Coast receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyWuyuan 6°C (43°F)Gold Coast 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Wuyuan or Gold Coast in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Wuyuan as well as Gold Coast. Also, many visitors come to Gold Coast in the spring for the beaches and the activities around the city.
In the spring, Wuyuan is cooler than Gold Coast. Typically, the spring temperatures in Wuyuan in April average around 18°C (64°F), and Gold Coast averages at about 21°C (69°F)in October.
It's quite rainy in Gold Coast. Wuyuan receives a lot of rain in the spring. Wuyuan usually gets more rain in April than Gold Coastin October. Wuyuan gets 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Gold Coast receives 103 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberWuyuan 18°C (64°F)Gold Coast 21°C (69°F)
Typical Weather for Gold Coast and Wuyuan
| Wuyuan | Gold Coast | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (43°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 123 mm (4.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Apr | 18°C (64°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| May | 23°C (73°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (79°F) | 270 mm (10.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (85°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (85°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (78°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 103 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (47°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 129 mm (5.1 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.