Which place is cheaper, Nagoya or Yangshuo?
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 Yangshuo or Nagoya?
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 Nagoya can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Yangshuo or Nagoya?
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.
Nagoya
Nagoya is Japan's fourth-largest city after Tokyo, Yokohama, and Osaka, as well as one of the nation's major economic centers, being the home of auto giants like Toyota, Honda, and Mitsubishi Motors. With a history that dates back to samurai and ninja, Nagoya has evolved over the years into a trade center and hub for automobile and aircraft manufacturing. And it's also home to the Legoland resort!
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to China, The Best Tours for Seniors to China, The Best Luxury Tours to Japan, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Japan.
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Yangshuo Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayYangshuo $86Nagoya $113
The average daily cost (per person) in Yangshuo is $86, while the average daily cost in Nagoya is $113. 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 Nagoya in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYangshuo $26Nagoya $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYangshuo $52Nagoya $96
Compare Hotels in Yangshuo and Nagoya
Looking for a hotel in Yangshuo or Nagoya? 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: Nagoya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Yangshuo $43Nagoya $12
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
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Xingping hotel: $67
- Private Yangshuo Transfer from Hotel to Longji terraces Hotel: $96
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo(Xingping) Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $21
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Guilin hotel: $37
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Longsheng hotel: $107
- Private One Way Transfer Service to Guilin City Hotel or Airport from Yangshuo: $48
- Private Impression Sanjie Liu Evening Show with Hotel Transfer: $88
- Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin Train Stations: $49
- Private Airport Transfer: Yangshuo Hotel to Guilin Liangjiang Airport: $45
- Impression Liu Sanjie - Ticket Booking (including Round-trip Transfer): $62
- Guilin: Li River Cruise with Transfer to Yangshuo: $80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nagoya
Also for Nagoya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer between Chubu Centrair Int'l Airport and Nagoya: $296
- Nagoya Private Transfer To or From Suzuka Service: $292
- Private Transfer - Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya Int Airport (NGO): $285
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Int Airport (NGO) to Nagoya Port: $285
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Airport (NGO) to Toyama Port: $235
- Private Departure Transfer Nagoya City to Chubu Centrair International Airport: $208
- Private Transfer - Nagoya Int Airport (NGO) to Nagoya Cruise Port: $201
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya Airport (NGO): $201
- Nagoya to Nagoya Int Airport (NGO) - Departure Private Transfer: $151
- Private Transfer from Nagoya hotels to Nagoya Cruise Port: $139
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya hotels: $139
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya City Hotels: $126
Is it cheaper to fly into Yangshuo or Nagoya?
Prices for flights to both Nagoya 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 $33Nagoya $49
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yangshuo
For Yangshuo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Yangshuo Cooking Class with Market Trip: $45
- Full-day Cultural Experience: Taichi, Cooking & Painting Lessons: $100
- The impression Liu sanjie show and local dinner in town : $145
- Combo Impression Sanjie Liu Show and Authentic Cooking Experience: $199
- Yangshuo Full Day Tour: Cooking class, River boat, Light Show: $259
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nagoya
For Nagoya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Nagoya Night Bar & Food Tour with Locals 【Private Tour】: $59
- Osu Kannon Temple & Street Food Tour in Nagoya's Osu District: $83
- Specialties of Nagoya Food Tour: $159
- Traditional Ukai Watching Private Tour from Nagoya With Dinner: $221
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Yangshuo $24Nagoya $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: $170
- 1-Day Guilin City Tour and Ends of Longji Rice Terraces from Yangshuo: $218
- 1-Day Private Yangshuo Bicycle Tour along Ten-Mile Gallery: $119
- 1-Day Terracotta Warriors Tour from Beijing/Chengdu/Shanghai: $497
- All Inclusive Private Hiking Tour in Yangshuo: $84
- Day Tour in Yangshuo and Li River: $155
- Enchanting Li River & Beyond: Cruise, Peaks & Panorama: $293
- Entry Ticket to Liu San Jie Impression Show: $71
- From Guilin: 6-Day Yangtze River Cruise with Excursions: $1,299
- From Guilin: Yangshuo Rock-climbing & River-tracing Tour: $282
- From Xingping River-tracing Half Day Private Tour: $102
Tours and Activities in Nagoya
For Nagoya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Buddhas at a Temple and Tea Ceremony Experience: $91
- 2 Hour Private Scenic Mountain Castle Tour in Gifu: $76
- A Fun Car Tour to Inuyama Castle and a Phallus: $160
- A tour to enjoy Japanese official gambling (horse racing, bicycle racing, pachinko): $72
- All-You-Can-Drink Sake Tasting Tour in Nagoya: $185
- Arimatsu townscape walk & aperture experience: Accompanying professional photographer: $138
- Atsuta Shrine Visit and Sweets Making Experience in Nagoya: $276
- Autumn Leaves Private Tour in Nagoya: $172
- Bus Tour to Hida Takayama and Shirakawa-go with Hida Pork Lunch : $81
- Experience Being a Shinto Priest or Shrine Maiden at NAGOYA: $45
- Experience the Soul of the Sword-smith : Samurai Spirit in Seki: $242
- From Nagoya Kyoto Day Tour with Kobe Beef Shabu Shabu Lunch: $93
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYangshuo $34Nagoya $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Nagoya
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Nagoya:
- The Nagoya Restaurant and Bar Crawl: $40
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Yangshuo and Nagoya, we can see that Nagoya is more expensive. And not only is Yangshuo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Yangshuo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Yangshuo 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 Nagoya would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nagoya than you might in Yangshuo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Yangshuo Expensive? and Is Nagoya Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Yangshuo or Nagoya?
Nagoya has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Yangshuo. When comparing the sizes of Yangshuo and Nagoya, 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 Nagoya?
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 Nagoya in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Yangshuo and Nagoya. Furthermore, the summer months attract visitors to Nagoya because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Yangshuo is a little warmer than Nagoya. Typically, the summer temperatures in Yangshuo in July average around 30°C (86°F), and Nagoya averages at about 27°C (80°F).
Nagoya receives a lot of rain in the summer. Yangshuo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Yangshuo usually receives around the same amount of rain as Nagoya. Yangshuo gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 213 mm (8.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyYangshuo 30°C (86°F)Nagoya 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Nagoya in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Yangshuo as well as Nagoya. Additionally, the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Nagoya this time of year.
In October, Yangshuo is generally a little warmer than Nagoya. Daily temperatures in Yangshuo average around 23°C (73°F), and Nagoya fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It's quite rainy in Nagoya. Yangshuo usually gets less rain in October than Nagoya. Yangshuo gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberYangshuo 23°C (73°F)Nagoya 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Nagoya in the Winter?
Both Nagoya and Yangshuo are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Nagoya for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Nagoya. Yangshuo is much warmer than Nagoya in the winter. The daily temperature in Yangshuo averages around 10°C (49°F) in January, and Nagoya fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).
In January, Yangshuo usually receives more rain than Nagoya. Yangshuo gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryYangshuo 10°C (49°F)Nagoya 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Nagoya in the Spring?
Both Nagoya and Yangshuo during the spring are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Nagoya in the spring for the activities around the city.
In the spring, Yangshuo is a little warmer than Nagoya. Typically, the spring temperatures in Yangshuo in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Nagoya averages at about 14°C (58°F).
Nagoya gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Yangshuo. Yangshuo usually gets more rain in April than Nagoya. Yangshuo gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 152 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilYangshuo 20°C (68°F)Nagoya 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Nagoya and Yangshuo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 213 mm (8.4 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 213 mm (8.4 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 204 mm (8 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
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