Which place is cheaper, Jingdezhen or Yangshuo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Yangshuo or Jingdezhen?
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 Jingdezhen can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Yangshuo or Jingdezhen?
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.
Jingdezhen
Jingdezhen, China is a city located in the Jianxi Province in the southwestern part of the country. It is famous for being the "Porcelain Capital" due to a history of producing pottery for over 1,700 years. This city itself ignites memories of a time when Chinese craftsmanship was at it's peak thanks to their weekly craft shows and art village.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to China, The Best Tours for Seniors to China, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Beijing, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Lhasa.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayYangshuo $72Jingdezhen $58
The average daily cost (per person) in Yangshuo is $72, while the average daily cost in Jingdezhen 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 Yangshuo and Jingdezhen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYangshuo $25Jingdezhen $30
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYangshuo $50Jingdezhen $60
Compare Hotels in Yangshuo and Jingdezhen
Looking for a hotel in Yangshuo or Jingdezhen? 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 $42Jingdezhen $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangshuo
Also for Yangshuo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo(Xingping) Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $21
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Yangshuo hotel: $21
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Guilin hotel: $37
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $48
- Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin Train Stations: $49
- Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin International Airport (KWL): $49
- Yangshuo Rock Climbing with Hotel Transfer (3 hours): $69
- Impression Liu Sanjie - Ticket Booking (including Round-trip Transfer): $75
- Private Impression Sanjie Liu Evening Show with Hotel Transfer: $88
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Longsheng hotel: $107
Is it cheaper to fly into Yangshuo or Jingdezhen?
Prices for flights to both Jingdezhen 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 $19Jingdezhen $20
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 $23Jingdezhen $8.00
Tours and Activities in Yangshuo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Yangshuo.
- Tour to learn Chinese cuisine in Yangshuo group: $37
- Impression Sanjie Liu Show Ticket: $45
- Yangshuo Impression Liusanjie Show Ticket: $45
- Yangshuo Impression Liusanjie Show Ticket: $47
- Yangshuo Ruyi peak & round way cable car ticket: $55
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata Ticket: $56
- Half/Full-Day Yangshuo Countryside Moderate Cycling and Sightseeing Private Tour: $60
- Gullin: Li River Cruise with Pickup and Yangshuo: $65
- Private Half-Day Bike and Bamboo Raft Tour in Yangshuo: $80
- 1 Day - Yangshuo Bike Tour: $80
- Xingping Parasailing Experience Ticket: $89
- Yangshuo Parasailing Experience Ticket: $89
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYangshuo $33Jingdezhen $38
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Yangshuo and Jingdezhen, we can see that Yangshuo is more expensive. And not only is Jingdezhen much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Jingdezhen would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jingdezhen 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 Yangshuo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yangshuo than you might in Jingdezhen.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Yangshuo Expensive? and Is Jingdezhen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Yangshuo or Jingdezhen?
Jingdezhen has a larger population, and is about 4% larger than the population of Yangshuo. When comparing the sizes of Yangshuo and Jingdezhen, 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.
When is the best time to visit Yangshuo or Jingdezhen?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Yangshuo or Jingdezhen in the Summer?
Both Jingdezhen and Yangshuo during the summer are popular places to visit.
Yangshuo is around the same temperature as Jingdezhen in the summer. The daily temperature in Yangshuo averages around 30°C (86°F) in July, and Jingdezhen fluctuates around 30°C (85°F).
Jingdezhen gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Yangshuo. Yangshuo usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Jingdezhen. Yangshuo gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Jingdezhen receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyYangshuo 30°C (86°F)Jingdezhen 30°C (85°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Jingdezhen in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Yangshuo and Jingdezhen.
In the autumn, Yangshuo is a little warmer than Jingdezhen. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Yangshuo in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Jingdezhen averages at about 20°C (68°F).
In October, Yangshuo usually receives more rain than Jingdezhen. Yangshuo gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Jingdezhen receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberYangshuo 23°C (73°F)Jingdezhen 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Jingdezhen in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Yangshuo as well as Jingdezhen.
In January, Yangshuo is generally much warmer than Jingdezhen. Daily temperatures in Yangshuo average around 10°C (49°F), and Jingdezhen fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
Yangshuo usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Jingdezhen. Yangshuo gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Jingdezhen receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryYangshuo 10°C (49°F)Jingdezhen 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Jingdezhen in the Spring?
Both Jingdezhen and Yangshuo are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
Yangshuo is a little warmer than Jingdezhen in the spring. The daily temperature in Yangshuo averages around 20°C (68°F) in April, and Jingdezhen fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Jingdezhen. It's quite rainy in Yangshuo. In April, Yangshuo usually receives more rain than Jingdezhen. Yangshuo gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Jingdezhen receives 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilYangshuo 20°C (68°F)Jingdezhen 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Jingdezhen and Yangshuo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 123 mm (4.9 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 270 mm (10.6 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
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