Which place is cheaper, Chichibu-Tama-Kai or Yangshuo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Yangshuo or Chichibu-Tama-Kai?
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 Yangshuo and Chichibu-Tama-Kai can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Yangshuo or Chichibu-Tama-Kai?
Yangshuo
A county of the city, Guilin, Yangshuo is located in a region famous for its karst topography. Surrounded by jagged mountain peaks and bordered on one side by the Li River, Yangshuo has become a popular home base for tourists looking to explore the region's natural wonders. Backpackers and tourists, both foreign and domestic, come to Yangshuo every year making it a city of many cultures. Most locals are even able to speak English, which is fairly uncommon for Chinese cities.
Chichibu-Tama-Kai
Located at the intersection of the Saitama, Yamanashi, Nagano, and Tokyo Prefectures, Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park is a national park in Japan webbed with hiking trails and many ancient shrines. Mount Mitake, Mount Mitsumine, and Mount Mito are just three of the eight peaks that tower above the park at over 2000 meters, while rivers sources flowing below include the Arakawa River, Shinano River, Tama River, and Fuefuki River (Fuji River).
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to China, The Best Tours for Seniors to China, The Best 10-Day Tours in Japan, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayYangshuo $72Chichibu-Tama-Kai $69
The average daily cost (per person) in Yangshuo is $72, while the average daily cost in Chichibu-Tama-Kai is $69. 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 Yangshuo and Chichibu-Tama-Kai in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYangshuo $25Chichibu-Tama-Kai $34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYangshuo $50Chichibu-Tama-Kai $68
Compare Hotels in Yangshuo and Chichibu-Tama-Kai
Looking for a hotel in Yangshuo or Chichibu-Tama-Kai? 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.Yangshuo $42Chichibu-Tama-Kai $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangshuo
Also for Yangshuo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Longsheng hotel: $107
- Private Impression Sanjie Liu Evening Show with Hotel Transfer: $88
- Impression Liu Sanjie - Ticket Booking (including Round-trip Transfer): $75
- Yangshuo Rock Climbing with Hotel Transfer (3 hours): $69
- Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin Train Stations: $49
- Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin International Airport (KWL): $49
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $48
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Guilin hotel: $37
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo(Xingping) Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $21
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Yangshuo hotel: $21
Is it cheaper to fly into Yangshuo or Chichibu-Tama-Kai?
Prices for flights to both Chichibu-Tama-Kai and Yangshuo 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 dayYangshuo $19Chichibu-Tama-Kai $24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yangshuo
For Yangshuo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3-Hour Yangshuo Cooking Class with Yangshuo Town Shopping: $138
- Yangshuo Full Day Tour: Cooking class, River boat, Light Show: $259
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Yangshuo $23Chichibu-Tama-Kai $7.13
Tours and Activities in Yangshuo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Yangshuo.
- Longji Rice Terraces Day Tour from Yangshuo hotel: $181
- Yangshuo Helicopter Tour from Yangshuo hotel: $149
- 1 Day - Yangshuo Bike Tour: $80
- 1-Day Longji Rice Terraces hiking tour from Guilin/Yangshuo hotel: $188
- 1-Day Tour: Yangshuo Yulong Bamboo Boat and Ruyi Peak Cable Car: $149
- 2 Day - Longji Rice Terraces - Sunrise Hiking Tour: $280
- Full-Day Li-River Tour from Yangshuo to Yangdi With the English Speaking Driver: $159
- Full-day Tour: Longji Rice Terraces & Minority Villages: $146
- Full/Half-Day Yangshuo Xianggong Hill Sunrise Private Tour: $136
- Guilin Highlight Sightseeing Private Day City Tour: $139
- Guilin Tea plantation and Longji Rice Terraces Day Tour from Yangshuo hotel: $181
- Guilin Yangshuo Day tour from Guangzhou by Round Way Bullet Train: $212
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYangshuo $33Chichibu-Tama-Kai $8.30
When comparing the travel costs between Yangshuo and Chichibu-Tama-Kai, we can see that Yangshuo 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 Yangshuo Expensive? and Is Chichibu-Tama-Kai Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Yangshuo or Chichibu-Tama-Kai?
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 Yangshuo or Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the Summer?
Both Chichibu-Tama-Kai and Yangshuo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the summer for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Yangshuo is generally a little warmer than Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Daily temperatures in Yangshuo average around 30°C (86°F), and Chichibu-Tama-Kai fluctuates around 25°C (78°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Chichibu-Tama-Kai. It's quite rainy in Yangshuo. In July, Yangshuo usually receives more rain than Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Yangshuo gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Chichibu-Tama-Kai receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyYangshuo 30°C (86°F)Chichibu-Tama-Kai 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the Autumn?
Both Chichibu-Tama-Kai and Yangshuo during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Chichibu-Tama-Kai for the hiking trails and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Yangshuo is a little warmer than Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the autumn. The daily temperature in Yangshuo averages around 23°C (73°F) in October, and Chichibu-Tama-Kai fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
Chichibu-Tama-Kai gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Yangshuo usually gets less rain in October than Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Yangshuo gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Chichibu-Tama-Kai receives 116 mm (4.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberYangshuo 23°C (73°F)Chichibu-Tama-Kai 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Yangshuo and Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Chichibu-Tama-Kai because of the museums and the cuisine.
The weather in Chichibu-Tama-Kai can be very cold. In the winter, Yangshuo is much warmer than Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Typically, the winter temperatures in Yangshuo in January average around 10°C (49°F), and Chichibu-Tama-Kai averages at about 4°C (39°F).
In January, Yangshuo usually receives more rain than Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Yangshuo gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Chichibu-Tama-Kai receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryYangshuo 10°C (49°F)Chichibu-Tama-Kai 4°C (39°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Yangshuo as well as Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Also, the natural beauty are the main draw to Chichibu-Tama-Kai this time of year.
In April, Yangshuo is generally much warmer than Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Daily temperatures in Yangshuo average around 20°C (68°F), and Chichibu-Tama-Kai fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
Yangshuo receives a lot of rain in the spring. Yangshuo usually gets more rain in April than Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Yangshuo gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Chichibu-Tama-Kai receives 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilYangshuo 20°C (68°F)Chichibu-Tama-Kai 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Chichibu-Tama-Kai and Yangshuo
| Yangshuo | Chichibu-Tama-Kai | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 177 mm (7 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
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