Which place is cheaper, Shijiazhuang or Yangshuo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Yangshuo or Shijiazhuang?
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 Shijiazhuang can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Yangshuo or Shijiazhuang?
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.
Shijiazhuang
Shijiazhuang is the capital city of Hebei Province in China. It is a fairly young city, acting as the regional transport hub and economic center, though there are a few sights worth seeing. The city is also the largest pharmaceutical hub in China, as well as an important center for textile, IT, manufacturing, and chemical industries.
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 $72Shijiazhuang $77
The average daily cost (per person) in Yangshuo is $72, while the average daily cost in Shijiazhuang is $77. 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 Shijiazhuang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYangshuo $25Shijiazhuang $44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYangshuo $50Shijiazhuang $88
Compare Hotels in Yangshuo and Shijiazhuang
Looking for a hotel in Yangshuo or Shijiazhuang? 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 $42Shijiazhuang $27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangshuo
Also for Yangshuo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Impression Liu Sanjie - Ticket Booking (including Round-trip Transfer): $75
- Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin International Airport (KWL): $49
- Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin Train Stations: $49
- Private Impression Sanjie Liu Evening Show with Hotel Transfer: $88
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Longsheng hotel: $107
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Yangshuo hotel: $21
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $48
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Guilin hotel: $37
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo(Xingping) Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $21
- Yangshuo Rock Climbing with Hotel Transfer (3 hours): $69
Is it cheaper to fly into Yangshuo or Shijiazhuang?
Prices for flights to both Shijiazhuang 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 $19Shijiazhuang $18
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 $23Shijiazhuang $4.35
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 $33Shijiazhuang $5.14
When comparing the travel costs between Yangshuo and Shijiazhuang, we can see that Shijiazhuang 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 Shijiazhuang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Yangshuo or Shijiazhuang?
Shijiazhuang has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Yangshuo. When comparing the sizes of Yangshuo and Shijiazhuang, 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 Shijiazhuang?
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 Shijiazhuang in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Yangshuo as well as Shijiazhuang.
Yangshuo is around the same temperature as Shijiazhuang in the summer. The daily temperature in Yangshuo averages around 30°C (86°F) in July, and Shijiazhuang fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It's quite rainy in Shijiazhuang. Yangshuo receives a lot of rain in the summer. Yangshuo usually gets more rain in July than Shijiazhuang. Yangshuo gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Shijiazhuang receives 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyYangshuo 30°C (86°F)Shijiazhuang 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Shijiazhuang in the Autumn?
Both Shijiazhuang and Yangshuo are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In the autumn, Yangshuo is a little warmer than Shijiazhuang. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Yangshuo in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Shijiazhuang averages at about 15°C (59°F).
In October, Yangshuo usually receives more rain than Shijiazhuang. Yangshuo gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Shijiazhuang receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberYangshuo 23°C (73°F)Shijiazhuang 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Shijiazhuang in the Winter?
Both Shijiazhuang and Yangshuo during the winter are popular places to visit.
The weather in Shijiazhuang can be very cold. In January, Yangshuo is generally much warmer than Shijiazhuang. Daily temperatures in Yangshuo average around 10°C (49°F), and Shijiazhuang fluctuates around -2°C (29°F).
Yangshuo usually gets more rain in January than Shijiazhuang. Yangshuo gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Shijiazhuang receives 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryYangshuo 10°C (49°F)Shijiazhuang -2°C (29°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Shijiazhuang in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Yangshuo and Shijiazhuang.
Yangshuo is a little warmer than Shijiazhuang in the spring. The daily temperature in Yangshuo averages around 20°C (68°F) in April, and Shijiazhuang fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
Yangshuo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Yangshuo usually receives more rain than Shijiazhuang. Yangshuo gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Shijiazhuang receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilYangshuo 20°C (68°F)Shijiazhuang 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Shijiazhuang and Yangshuo
| Yangshuo | Shijiazhuang | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 21°C (71°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 156 mm (6.1 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
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