A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Yangshuo vs. Sapporo for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Yangshuo or Sapporo?

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

Where Should I go: Yangshuo or Sapporo?

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.

Sapporo

Capital of the northern Japanese island Hokkaido, Sapporo is a city surrounded by mountains and known for its beer, skiing, and annual snow festival with stunning ice sculptures. As host to the 1972 Winter Olympics, the city limits are dotted with ski jumps, hills, and popular ski resorts still in use today.

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Which place is cheaper, Sapporo or Yangshuo?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Yangshuo Prices
    China Prices
    Sapporo Prices
    Japan Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Yangshuo $86
    Sapporo $132

The average daily cost (per person) in Yangshuo is $86, while the average daily cost in Sapporo is $132. 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 Sapporo in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Yangshuo $26
    Sapporo $65
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Yangshuo $52
    Sapporo $130
Compare Hotels in Yangshuo and Sapporo

Looking for a hotel in Yangshuo or Sapporo? 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.

Hotels in Yangshuo


Hotels in Sapporo


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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: Sapporo Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Yangshuo $43
    Sapporo $16

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
  • Guilin Private Transfer in English-speaking Services: Between Airport & Yangshuo: $106
  • Private Yangshuo Transfer from Hotel to Longji terraces Hotel: $96
  • From Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Transfer 3 hours Private Tour: $89
  • Private Impression Sanjie Liu Evening Show with Hotel Transfer: $88
  • Guilin: Li River Cruise with Transfer to Yangshuo: $80
  • From Rock Climbing with Transfer Private (3 hours): $69
  • Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Xingping hotel: $67
  • Impression Liu Sanjie - Ticket Booking (including Round-trip Transfer): $62
  • Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Yangshuo hotel: $56
  • Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin Train Stations: $49
  • Private One Way Transfer Service to Guilin City Hotel or Airport from Yangshuo: $48

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sapporo

Also for Sapporo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • New Chitose Airport (CTS) Private Transfer: $284
  • Private Transfer from Muroran Cruise Port to Sapporo Airport(CTS): $274
  • Private Departure Transfer : Sapporo City to New Chitose Airport: $237
  • Airport Transfer! Hotel in center of Sapporo to New Chitose Airport (CTS): $140
  • Sapporo City: Private Transfer to/from New Chitose Airport: $132
  • Private Transfer from Sapporo City Hotels to Otaru Cruise Port: $113
  • Shin Chitose Airport to/from Sapporo City: Shared Transfer: $93

Is it cheaper to fly into Yangshuo or Sapporo?

Prices for flights to both Sapporo 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 $33
    Sapporo $54

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 Sapporo

For Sapporo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Private Japanese Cooking Class in Sapporo with Local Host Kanae: $72
  • Japanese Cooking Class in the Heart of Sapporo with Sakura: $72
  • Private Market Tour and Cooking Class with Kanae, a Sapporo Local: $82
  • Sapporo Bar Hopping Food Tour: $97
  • Hands-on Japanese Home Cooking Class in Sapporo with Noriko: $108
  • Sapporo Night Food Tour: 3 Hidden Restaurants with a Foodie Guide: $218

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Yangshuo $24
    Sapporo $17

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 Sapporo

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

  • Asahiyama Zoo, Christmas Tree, Fairy Terrace Day Tour | Hokkaido: $100
  • 1 Day Ski Tour Package from Sapporo Station: $281
  • 1 Day Tour from Sapporo Blue Pond and Hills of Seasonal Colors: $254
  • 1 Day Tour to Hill of the Buddha, Sapporo and Sake: $174
  • 1-Day Ski Tour Package from Sapporo Station: $288
  • 1-Day Walking Tour in Historical Sights of Sapporo: $161
  • 2 Day Tour to Icebreaker Mombetsu and Asahiyama Zoo in Hokkaido: $286
  • Authentic Japanese Home Dining Experience in Sapporo with Noriko: $88
  • Authentic Nijo Market Seafood Lunch & History Tour: $64
  • Autumn Tour from Sapporo Hoheikyo Dam and Hoheikyo Onsen: $174
  • Calligraphy Experience Set 60 minute plan: $69
  • Daisetsuzan National Park and Kurodake Ropeway Autumn Tour: $88

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Yangshuo $34
    Sapporo $8.26

Sample the Local Flavors in Sapporo

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sapporo:

  • Sapporo Tour in the Port City of Otaru and Local beer brewery: $174
  • 1-Day Tour The port city of Otaru & Local Brewery: $178


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


Which is Bigger, Yangshuo or Sapporo?

Sapporo has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Yangshuo. When comparing the sizes of Yangshuo and Sapporo, 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 Sapporo?

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 Sapporo in the Summer?

Both Sapporo and Yangshuo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Sapporo in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Yangshuo is a little warmer than Sapporo. Typically, the summer temperatures in Yangshuo in July average around 30°C (86°F), and Sapporo averages at about 21°C (69°F).

It's quite rainy in Yangshuo. In July, Yangshuo usually receives more rain than Sapporo. Yangshuo gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Sapporo receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Yangshuo 30°C (86°F) 
    Sapporo 21°C (69°F)

Should I visit Yangshuo or Sapporo in the Autumn?

Both Sapporo and Yangshuo during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Sapporo for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.

In October, Yangshuo is generally much warmer than Sapporo. Daily temperatures in Yangshuo average around 23°C (73°F), and Sapporo fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).

Sapporo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Yangshuo usually gets less rain in October than Sapporo. Yangshuo gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Sapporo receives 116 mm (4.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Yangshuo 23°C (73°F) 
    Sapporo 11°C (52°F)

Should I visit Yangshuo or Sapporo in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Yangshuo and Sapporo. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Sapporo because of the skiing, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

The weather in Sapporo can be very cold. Yangshuo is much warmer than Sapporo in the winter. The daily temperature in Yangshuo averages around 10°C (49°F) in January, and Sapporo fluctuates around -5°C (24°F).

Sapporo receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Yangshuo usually receives less rain than Sapporo. Yangshuo gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Sapporo receives 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Yangshuo 10°C (49°F) 
    Sapporo -5°C (24°F)

Should I visit Yangshuo or Sapporo in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Yangshuo as well as Sapporo. Additionally, the activities around the city are the main draw to Sapporo this time of year.

In the spring, Yangshuo is much warmer than Sapporo. Typically, the spring temperatures in Yangshuo in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Sapporo averages at about 7°C (44°F).

Yangshuo receives a lot of rain in the spring. Yangshuo usually gets more rain in April than Sapporo. Yangshuo gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Sapporo receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Yangshuo 20°C (68°F) 
    Sapporo 7°C (44°F)

Typical Weather for Sapporo and Yangshuo

Yangshuo Sapporo
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (49°F) 61 mm (2.4 in) -5°C (24°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Feb 11°C (51°F) 87 mm (3.4 in) -4°C (24°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Mar 15°C (59°F) 129 mm (5.1 in) -0°C (32°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Apr 20°C (68°F) 263 mm (10.3 in) 7°C (44°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
May 25°C (77°F) 334 mm (13.2 in) 12°C (54°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Jun 28°C (82°F) 320 mm (12.6 in) 17°C (62°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Jul 30°C (86°F) 206 mm (8.1 in) 21°C (69°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Aug 30°C (86°F) 168 mm (6.6 in) 22°C (72°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)
Sep 27°C (81°F) 72 mm (2.8 in) 17°C (63°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Oct 23°C (73°F) 93 mm (3.7 in) 11°C (52°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Nov 17°C (63°F) 81 mm (3.2 in) 4°C (40°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Dec 12°C (53°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) -1°C (30°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)