Which place is cheaper, Dewa Sanzan or Yangshuo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Yangshuo or Dewa Sanzan?
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 Dewa Sanzan can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Yangshuo or Dewa Sanzan?
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.
Dewa Sanzan
Dewa Sanzan, Japan is a picturesque city in the Tohoku region which consists solely of the three sacred mountains: Mount Haguro, Mount Gassan, and Mount Yudono. The mountains are considered holy to the Japanese Shinto religion and are a popular pilgrimage site, especially since many ascetic pilgrims live in the mountains and are occasionally spotted throughout the various hiking trails.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to China, The Best Tours for Seniors to China, The Best Contiki Tours to Japan, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayYangshuo $72Dewa Sanzan $65
The average daily cost (per person) in Yangshuo is $72, while the average daily cost in Dewa Sanzan is $65. 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 Dewa Sanzan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYangshuo $25Dewa Sanzan $28
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYangshuo $50Dewa Sanzan $56
Compare Hotels in Yangshuo and Dewa Sanzan
Looking for a hotel in Yangshuo or Dewa Sanzan? 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: Dewa Sanzan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Yangshuo $42Dewa Sanzan $22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangshuo
Also for Yangshuo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Yangshuo hotel: $56
- Visit 100% primitive cave with Transfer: $97
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo(Xingping) Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $21
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Longsheng hotel: $85
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Guilin hotel: $37
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Yangshuo hotel: $21
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Longsheng hotel: $107
- Private Impression Sanjie Liu Evening Show with Hotel Transfer: $88
- Liusanjie Light Show with Round way private transfer from Xingping hotel: $69
Is it cheaper to fly into Yangshuo or Dewa Sanzan?
Prices for flights to both Dewa Sanzan 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 $19Dewa Sanzan $24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yangshuo
For Yangshuo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Yangshuo Full Day Tour: Cooking class, River boat, Light Show: $259
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Yangshuo $23Dewa Sanzan $9.23
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: $170
- 1 Day - Yangshuo Bike Tour: $80
- 1-Day Guilin City Tour with the Daxu Town and Yao Mountain from Yangshuo: $187
- 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 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
Tours and Activities in Dewa Sanzan
For Dewa Sanzan, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Tsuruoka & Dewa-Sanzan Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide: $228
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYangshuo $33Dewa Sanzan $7.27
When comparing the travel costs between Yangshuo and Dewa Sanzan, 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 Dewa Sanzan Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Yangshuo or Dewa Sanzan?
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 Dewa Sanzan in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Yangshuo and Dewa Sanzan. Also, the hiking are the main draw to Dewa Sanzan this time of year.
Yangshuo is a little warmer than Dewa Sanzan in the summer. The daily temperature in Yangshuo averages around 30°C (86°F) in July, and Dewa Sanzan fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).
Dewa Sanzan receives a lot of rain in the summer. Yangshuo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Yangshuo usually receives more rain than Dewa Sanzan. Yangshuo gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Dewa Sanzan receives 191 mm (7.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyYangshuo 30°C (86°F)Dewa Sanzan 23°C (74°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Dewa Sanzan in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Yangshuo as well as Dewa Sanzan. Also, many travelers come to Dewa Sanzan for the hiking trails.
In the autumn, Yangshuo is much warmer than Dewa Sanzan. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Yangshuo in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Dewa Sanzan averages at about 13°C (56°F).
It's quite rainy in Dewa Sanzan. Yangshuo usually gets less rain in October than Dewa Sanzan. Yangshuo gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Dewa Sanzan receives 152 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberYangshuo 23°C (73°F)Dewa Sanzan 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Dewa Sanzan in the Winter?
Both Dewa Sanzan and Yangshuo are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Dewa Sanzan in the winter for the museums and the cuisine.
Dewa Sanzan can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Yangshuo is generally much warmer than Dewa Sanzan. Daily temperatures in Yangshuo average around 10°C (49°F), and Dewa Sanzan fluctuates around -1°C (30°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Dewa Sanzan. In January, Yangshuo usually receives less rain than Dewa Sanzan. Yangshuo gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Dewa Sanzan receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryYangshuo 10°C (49°F)Dewa Sanzan -1°C (30°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Dewa Sanzan in the Spring?
Both Dewa Sanzan and Yangshuo during the spring are popular places to visit.
Yangshuo is much warmer than Dewa Sanzan in the spring. The daily temperature in Yangshuo averages around 20°C (68°F) in April, and Dewa Sanzan fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Yangshuo. Yangshuo usually gets more rain in April than Dewa Sanzan. Yangshuo gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Dewa Sanzan receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilYangshuo 20°C (68°F)Dewa Sanzan 9°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Dewa Sanzan and Yangshuo
| Yangshuo | Dewa Sanzan | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 151 mm (6 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 191 mm (7.5 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 154 mm (6.1 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 207 mm (8.1 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 231 mm (9.1 in) |
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