A Travel Price Comparison for China Yangshuo vs. Nanjing for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

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Should you visit Yangshuo or Nanjing?

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 Nanjing can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Yangshuo or Nanjing?

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.

Nanjing

Nanjing is the capital city of the Jiangsu Province on the central eastern coast of China, just north of Shanghai. This historically and culturally rich city lies at the lower end of the Yangtze river, resulting in lush and scenic landscapes. Nanjing is well-known for having many popular historical sites, some of which have been listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Which city is cheaper, Nanjing or Yangshuo?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Yangshuo is $73, while the average daily cost in Nanjing is $98. 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 city. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Yangshuo and Nanjing in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Yangshuo $26
    Nanjing $47
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Yangshuo $52
    Nanjing $94
Compare Hotels in Yangshuo and Nanjing

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Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Yangshuo $43
    Nanjing $39

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nanjing

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nanjing:

  • Nanjing To Shanghai City /Airport Private/Business Transfer: $276
  • Private Day Tour: Nanjing City Highlights with Hotel or Railway Station Transfer: $232
  • Nanjing to Beijing Bullet Train Ticket with Local Private Transfers: $163
  • Nanjing Private Transfer from Nanjing central to Nanjing Lukou Airport (NKG): $131
  • Nanjing To Huangshan Bullet Train Ticket with Local Private Transfers: $121
  • Nanjing to Beijing Bullet Train Ticket with Train Station Transfer: $113
  • Private Nanjing Airport Transfer to Zhenjiang City: $110
  • Nanjing to Shanghai Bullet Train Ticket with Train Station Transfer: $103
  • Nanjing Tangshan Hot Spring Spa Experience with Private Transfer: $103
  • Private Round-Trip Transfer: Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG): $98
  • Nanjing to Hangzhou Bullet Train Ticket with Train Station Transfer: $94
  • Nanjing to Huangshan Bullet Train Ticket with Train Station Transfer: $91

Is it cheaper to fly into Yangshuo or Nanjing?

Prices for flights to both Nanjing 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Yangshuo $19
    Nanjing $29

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nanjing

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nanjing.

  • 3-Hour Nanjing Authentic Local Food Tour by Public Transportation: $93
  • Nanjing City Private Night Tour with Qinghuai River Cruise and Dinner Option: $101
  • Flexible Private Nanjing City Night Tour with Dinner Option: $107
  • Private Nanjing Local Street Food Tour with Night River Cruise: $112
  • Half-Day Nanjing City Private Flexible Tour with Lunch or Dinner Option: $137
  • Nanjing Tangshan Mountain Hot Spring Experience and Hot Pot Dinner: $175

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Yangshuo $24
    Nanjing $9.50

Tours and Activities in Yangshuo

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Yangshuo.

  • Xingping Li River Fisherman Show and Sunset Private Tour: $147

Tours and Activities in Nanjing

Here are a few actual costs in Nanjing for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 2-Day Beijing Private Tour Including the Great Wall from Nanjing by Bullet Train: $534
  • 2-Day Beijing Private Tour from Nanjing by Bullet Train with Drop-Off Options: $488
  • 2-Day Mount Huangshan and Xidi Village Private Tour from Nanjing by Bullet Train: $549
  • 2-Day Mt Huangshan and Hongcun Village Private Tour from Nanjing by Bullet Train: $549
  • 2-Day Nanjing Private Flexible Tour with Tangshan Hot Spring Spa Experience: $300
  • 2-Day Private Beijing Highlights Tour from Nanjing by Bullet Train: $499
  • 2-Day Private Customized Harbin Tour from Nanjing by Air: $1,118
  • 2-Day Private Lijiang Highlights Tour from Nanjing by Plane: $948
  • 2-Day Private Tour from Nanjing by Air and Train:Highlights of Xi'an and Beijing: $969
  • 2-Day Private Tour from Shenzhen with Hotel:Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes: $798
  • 2-Day Private Tour of Beijing UNESCO World Heritage Sites from Nanjing by Train: $521
  • 2-Day Unlimited Nanjing Private Flexible Tour with Lunch Option: $238

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Yangshuo $34
    Nanjing $9.70

About these numbers

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Yangshuo and Nanjing, we can see that Nanjing 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 Nanjing would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nanjing than you might in Yangshuo.


When is the best time to visit Yangshuo or Nanjing?

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 Nanjing in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Yangshuo as well as Nanjing.

Yangshuo is around the same temperature as Nanjing in the summer. The temperature in Yangshuo is usually 30°C (86°F) in July, and Nanjing stays around 28°C (83°F).

It's quite rainy in Nanjing. Yangshuo receives a lot of rain in the summer. Yangshuo usually gets more rain in July than Nanjing. Yangshuo gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Nanjing receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Yangshuo 30°C (86°F) 
    Nanjing 28°C (83°F)

Should I visit Yangshuo or Nanjing in the Autumn?

Both Nanjing and Yangshuo are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.

In the autumn, Yangshuo is a little warmer than Nanjing. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Yangshuo in October are around 23°C (73°F), and Nanjing is about 17°C (63°F).

In October, Yangshuo usually receives more rain than Nanjing. Yangshuo gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Nanjing receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Yangshuo 23°C (73°F) 
    Nanjing 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Yangshuo or Nanjing in the Winter?

Both Nanjing and Yangshuo during the winter are popular places to visit.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Nanjing. In January, Yangshuo is generally much warmer than Nanjing. Temperatures in Yangshuo average around 10°C (49°F), and Nanjing stays around 3°C (37°F).

Yangshuo usually gets more rain in January than Nanjing. Yangshuo gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Nanjing receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Yangshuo 10°C (49°F) 
    Nanjing 3°C (37°F)

Should I visit Yangshuo or Nanjing in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Yangshuo and Nanjing.

Yangshuo is a little warmer than Nanjing in the spring. The temperature in Yangshuo is usually 20°C (68°F) in April, and Nanjing stays around 15°C (60°F).

Nanjing receives a lot of rain in the spring. Yangshuo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Yangshuo usually receives more rain than Nanjing. Yangshuo gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Nanjing receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Yangshuo 20°C (68°F) 
    Nanjing 15°C (60°F)

Typical Weather for Nanjing and Yangshuo

Yangshuo Nanjing
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (49°F) 61 mm (2.4 in) 3°C (37°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Feb 11°C (51°F) 87 mm (3.4 in) 4°C (40°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Mar 15°C (59°F) 129 mm (5.1 in) 9°C (48°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Apr 20°C (68°F) 263 mm (10.3 in) 15°C (60°F) 101 mm (4 in)
May 25°C (77°F) 334 mm (13.2 in) 21°C (69°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Jun 28°C (82°F) 320 mm (12.6 in) 25°C (77°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Jul 30°C (86°F) 206 mm (8.1 in) 28°C (83°F) 174 mm (6.9 in)
Aug 30°C (86°F) 168 mm (6.6 in) 28°C (83°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)
Sep 27°C (81°F) 72 mm (2.8 in) 23°C (74°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Oct 23°C (73°F) 93 mm (3.7 in) 17°C (63°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Nov 17°C (63°F) 81 mm (3.2 in) 11°C (52°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Dec 12°C (53°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 5°C (41°F) 25 mm (1 in)


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