Which place is cheaper, Napier or Yangon?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Yangon or Napier?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Yangon or Napier, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Yangon or Napier?
Yangon
Yangon, formerly known as Rangoon, is the largest city and economic center for the nation of Myanmar, formerly known as Burma. The city is a mix of British, Burmese, Chinese, and Indian influences, and is host to beautiful 19th-century colonial architecture as well as modern skyscrapers. The people of Yangon mainly follow the Buddhist religion and it is common to see monks wandering along the busy streets amidst gilded temples.
Napier
Napier is city on the eastern coast of the North Island of New Zealand. It is part of the Hawke's Bay Region, a famous area for wine vineyards. Napier has a population of 61,000 people and is known for its Art Deco architecture and of course, wine.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to New Zealand, and The Best G Adventures Tours to New Zealand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayYangon $70Napier $189
The average daily cost (per person) in Yangon is $70, while the average daily cost in Napier is $189. 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 Yangon and Napier in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYangon $31Napier $98
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYangon $62Napier $196
Compare Hotels in Yangon and Napier
Looking for a hotel in Yangon or Napier? 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: Napier Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Yangon $2.38Napier $29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangon
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yangon:
- Yangon Airport Private Transfer: $45
- Yangon Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $60
- Private Yangon Departure Transfer: Hotel to Yangon Airport: $80
- Private Transfer from or to Rangon International Airport (YIA): $30
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Yangon International Airport (RGN): $23
- Private Arrival Transfer: Yangon International Airport (RGN) to Hotel: $23
- Private Airport Transfer: Yangon Airport (RGN) → Yangon Hotel: $35
- Bagan (Nyaung Oo) Airport Private Transfer: $27
Is it cheaper to fly into Yangon or Napier?
Prices for flights to both Napier and Yangon 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 dayYangon $17Napier $61
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yangon
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Yangon.
- Cooking Myanmar Food and Explore Dala: $46
- Cooking class in the down town of Yangon, half day tour (07:30 AM - 12:30 PM): $65
- Cooking Class in Yangon,Myanmar: $67
Typical Food Prices in Napier
For Napier, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Casural Lunch$8.11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Napier
For Napier, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Taste Hawke's Bay - A Sweet treat food Tour: $151
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Yangon -Napier $26
Tours and Activities in Yangon
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Yangon are as follows:
- 8hrs - Dalla & Twantay Small Town One Day Tour: $142
- : Memorable Moment in The Heart of Yangon (08:00 AM - 06:00 PM)Full Day Tour: $110
- Adventure Full day visit to Thanlyin (Syriam): $70
- Adventure Half-day visit in Yangon including Shwedagon Pagoda: $78
- An Ancient Wonder of Kyaikhtiyo Pagoda 2D1N Tour (The Golden Rock): $256
- Bagan Cultrue Tour: $50
- Bagan Sightseeing Tour by Private Guide and Car: $42
- Bago Full-Day Private Tour from Yangon: $138
- Bago Full-Day Tour from Yangon: $117
- Bago by Train: Full-day sightseeing tour: $117
- Best Yangon City Tour with Experience English Speaking Guide: $142
- Burmese Antiques Heritage Shopping Tour: $87
Tours and Activities in Napier
For Napier, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Discover Napier Earthquake: Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Hawkes Bay Wineries Self-Guided Bike Tour: $38
- National Aquarium of New Zealand in Napier Native Icons Tour: $38
- Hawke's Bay: Self Guided Coast to Vineyards Cycle Tour: $46
- Great Escape Self-Guided Scenic Cycle Winery Tour from Napier: $47
- Cape Kidnappers Gannet, Nature & Sightseeing Tour: $57
- Hawkes Bay Wineries Self-Guided Electric Bike Tour: $59
- Coast to Country Winery Cycle Tour: $59
- Cape Coast Winery Tour on Pedal or E-Bikes: $67
- Shore Excursion: 4 Hour Premium Hawke's Bay, Napier Art deco Tour: $71
- Shore excursion: Napier-Premium Wineries & Sights /Art deco tour: $71
- Shore Excursion: 4-Hour Discover Hawkes Bay and Napier Tour: $74
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYangon -Napier $16
Typical Alcohol Prices in Napier
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Napier are as follows:
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Wine$12
Sample the Local Flavors in Napier
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Napier:
- Art-Deco + Te Mata Peak+ Garden Walk + Wine Tasting: $86
- Deco Napier, Te Mata Peak, Garden Walk and Wine Tasting Tour: $88
- Afternoon Wine Tasting + visit Silky Oaks Chocolates: $112
- Wine Tasting Tour in Napier Region: $113
- From Hawke's Bay Small Group Wine Tour: $113
- Hawkes Bay Wine Tour: Explore NZ's Great Wine Capital: $115
- Top-Rated Hawke’s Bay Wine Tour - Small Group: $121
- Art Deco Heritage & Gin Distillery Tour with Tasting: $126
- Hawkes Bay - Scenic, luncheon, wine Tour: $130
- Wine Tour and Tastings in Hawkes Bay: $163
- Hawke's Bay Premium Wine Tour: Craggy Range, Te Mata Peak, Napier: $178
- Signature Wine Tour Napier 4 Wineries Cheese and Luxury Vehicle: $192
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Yangon and Napier, we can see that Napier is more expensive. And not only is Yangon much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Yangon is in Asia and Napier 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 Yangon would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Yangon 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 Napier would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Napier than you might in Yangon.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Yangon Expensive? and Is Napier Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Yangon or Napier?
Yangon has a larger population, and is about 80 times larger than the population of Napier. When comparing the sizes of Yangon and Napier, 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.
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.