Which place is cheaper, Qingdao or Wuyuan?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Wuyuan or Qingdao?
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 Qingdao can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Wuyuan or Qingdao?
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!
Qingdao
Qingdao, China, located in the Shandong Province, is a very large city right on the Yellow Sea coast. The city, whose name means "The Green Island" due to it's gorgeous landscapes and interesting geography, was named China's most livable city in 2012. The city is rich in history, having almost become a German territory in 1897 and being occupied by the Japanese during WWI. Evidence of these occupiers is present in much of the architecture around the city, which includes a few Catholic and Protestant churches.
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 Family-Friendly Tours to China, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayWuyuan $57Qingdao $58
The average daily cost (per person) in Wuyuan is $57, while the average daily cost in Qingdao is $58. 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 Qingdao in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personWuyuan $26Qingdao $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomWuyuan $52Qingdao $52
Compare Hotels in Wuyuan and Qingdao
Looking for a hotel in Wuyuan or Qingdao? 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 $13Qingdao $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Qingdao
Also for Qingdao, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Qingdao Liuting Airport Transfer Service by Minivan: $86
- Qingdao Private Transfer from Qingdao Airport (TAO) to central Qingdao: $83
- Qingdao Private Transfer from Qingdao central to Qingdao Airport (TAO): $83
- Qingdao Northern Railway Station Arrival Private One-Way Transfer: $42
- Qingdao Railway Station Depature Transfer from City Hotels: $36
- Qingdao Railway Station Arrival Transfer to City Hotel: $36
- Qingdao Cruise Port Departure Transfer from City Hotels: $36
- Private Departure Transfer: City Hotel to Qingdao Railway Station : $36
Is it cheaper to fly into Wuyuan or Qingdao?
Prices for flights to both Qingdao 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 $20Qingdao $20
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 $19Qingdao $20
Tours and Activities in Qingdao
For Qingdao, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Qingdao Essentials Tour: City Highlights and Beer Museum: $216
- All-Inclusive Private Day Tour: Qingdao Highlights with Lunch: $285
- Laoshan Mountain Full Day Private Activity Tour: $224
- Private Qingdao City tour with Lunch and Qingdao beer: $175
- Private Qingdao Historic architectural day tour with Tsingdao beer during Lunch: $190
- Private Qingdao Laoshan day tour with lunch& round way cable car: $240
- Private Qingdao Laoshan half day tour with one bottle of Tsingdao beer as gift: $199
- Qingdao Discover Tour to the Mount Laoshan and Tasting Famous Local Beer: $248
- Qingdao Private Day Tour to Laoshan Mountain with Lunch and Cable Car: $238
- Qingdao Private Tour: City Highlights and Laoshan Mountain with Lunch+Cable Car: $268
- Qingdao Shore Excursion: Private Full Day Laoshan Mountain Sightseeing Tour: $207
- Qingdao private half day tour with Tsingdao Beer Lunch : $202
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayWuyuan $14Qingdao $14
When comparing the travel costs between Wuyuan and Qingdao, we can see that Qingdao is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Wuyuan Expensive? and Is Qingdao Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Wuyuan or Qingdao?
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 Wuyuan or Qingdao in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Wuyuan and Qingdao.
In the summer, Wuyuan is a little warmer than Qingdao. Typically, the summer temperatures in Wuyuan in July average around 30°C (85°F), and Qingdao averages at about 25°C (77°F).
Qingdao receives a lot of rain in the summer. Wuyuan gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Wuyuan usually receives less rain than Qingdao. Wuyuan gets 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain, while Qingdao receives 211 mm (8.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyWuyuan 30°C (85°F)Qingdao 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Wuyuan or Qingdao in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Wuyuan as well as Qingdao.
In October, Wuyuan is generally a little warmer than Qingdao. Daily temperatures in Wuyuan average around 20°C (68°F), and Qingdao fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
Wuyuan usually gets more rain in October than Qingdao. Wuyuan gets 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Qingdao receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberWuyuan 20°C (68°F)Qingdao 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Wuyuan or Qingdao in the Winter?
Both Qingdao and Wuyuan are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Qingdao can be very cold during winter. Wuyuan is much warmer than Qingdao in the winter. The daily temperature in Wuyuan averages around 6°C (43°F) in January, and Qingdao fluctuates around -0°C (32°F).
In January, Wuyuan usually receives more rain than Qingdao. Wuyuan gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Qingdao receives 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryWuyuan 6°C (43°F)Qingdao -0°C (32°F)
Should I visit Wuyuan or Qingdao in the Spring?
Both Qingdao and Wuyuan during the spring are popular places to visit.
In the spring, Wuyuan is much warmer than Qingdao. Typically, the spring temperatures in Wuyuan in April average around 18°C (64°F), and Qingdao averages at about 12°C (53°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Wuyuan. Wuyuan usually gets more rain in April than Qingdao. Wuyuan gets 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Qingdao receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilWuyuan 18°C (64°F)Qingdao 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Qingdao and Wuyuan
| Wuyuan | Qingdao | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (43°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 123 mm (4.9 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 18°C (64°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| May | 23°C (73°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (79°F) | 270 mm (10.6 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (85°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (85°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 162 mm (6.4 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (78°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (47°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 10 mm (0.4 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.