Which place is cheaper, Torquay or Yangshuo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Yangshuo or Torquay?
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 Torquay can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Yangshuo or Torquay?
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.
Torquay
Located on the eastern end of the Great Ocean Road, Torquay is a seaside town of Victoria famous for its surfing and beaches. Surf town through and through, it is also the headquarters for the Quiksilver and Rip Curl surf gear companies, and home to the Rip Curl Easter Pro, the world's longest running surf contest held on Bells Beach.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to China, The Best Tours for Seniors to China, The Best Budget Tours to Australia, and The Best Luxury Tours to Australia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayYangshuo $72Torquay $86
The average daily cost (per person) in Yangshuo is $72, while the average daily cost in Torquay is $86. 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 Torquay in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYangshuo $25Torquay $39
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYangshuo $50Torquay $78
Compare Hotels in Yangshuo and Torquay
Looking for a hotel in Yangshuo or Torquay? 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 $42Torquay $39
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
- Visit 100% primitive cave with Transfer: $97
- Private Impression Sanjie Liu Evening Show with Hotel Transfer: $88
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Longsheng hotel: $85
- Liusanjie Light Show with Round way private transfer from Xingping hotel: $69
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Yangshuo hotel: $56
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Guilin hotel: $37
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo(Xingping) Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $21
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Yangshuo hotel: $21
Is it cheaper to fly into Yangshuo or Torquay?
Prices for flights to both Torquay 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 $19Torquay $25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yangshuo
For Yangshuo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Yangshuo Full Day Tour: Cooking class, River boat, Light Show: $259
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Yangshuo $23Torquay $11
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 - Yangshuo Bike Tour: $80
- 1-Day Guilin City Tour with the Daxu Town and Yao Mountain from Yangshuo: $187
- 1-Day Longji Rice Terraces hiking tour from Guilin/Yangshuo hotel: $188
- 1-Day Tour: Yangshuo Yulong Bamboo Boat and Ruyi Peak Cable Car: $149
- 2 Day - Longji Rice Terraces - Sunrise Hiking Tour: $280
- Full-day Tour: Longji Rice Terraces & Minority Villages: $146
- Full/Half-Day Yangshuo Xianggong Hill Sunrise Private Tour: $136
- Guilin Highlight Sightseeing Private Day City Tour: $139
- Guilin Tea plantation and Longji Rice Terraces Day Tour from Yangshuo hotel: $181
- Guilin Yangshuo Day tour from Guangzhou by Round Way Bullet Train: $212
Tours and Activities in Torquay
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Torquay.
- Fraser Island & Dolphin Sailing Adventure: $73
- Hervey Bay Whale Watching Experience: $94
- K'gari (Fraser Island) West Coast Half Day Cruise from Hervey Bay: $93
- Milbi Sunset Cruise with Champagne and Prawns: $52
- Spirit of Hervey Bay Whale Watching Cruise: $92
- Three-Quarter Day Hervey Bay Premium Whale Watching Cruise: $119
- Turtle Discovery & Great Sandy Marine Park Adventure: $83
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYangshuo $33Torquay $7.42
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Yangshuo and Torquay, we can see that Torquay is more expensive. And not only is Yangshuo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Yangshuo is in Asia and Torquay is in Pacific, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. 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 Torquay would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Torquay 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 Torquay Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Yangshuo or Torquay?
Yangshuo has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Torquay. When comparing the sizes of Yangshuo and Torquay, 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 Torquay?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Torquay is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Yangshuo has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Yangshuo or Torquay in the Summer?
Both Torquay and Yangshuo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Torquay for the beaches, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
Yangshuo is a little warmer than Torquay in the summer. The daily temperature in Yangshuo averages around 30°C (86°F) in July, and Torquay fluctuates around 26°C (78°F)in January.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Torquay. It's quite rainy in Yangshuo. In July, Yangshuo usually receives more rain than Torquayin January. Yangshuo gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Torquay receives 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryYangshuo 30°C (86°F)Torquay 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Torquay in the Autumn?
Both Torquay and Yangshuo during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Torquay in the autumn for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Yangshuo is around the same temperature as Torquay. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Yangshuo in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Torquay averages at about 22°C (72°F)in April.
Yangshuo usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Torquayin April. Yangshuo gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Torquay receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilYangshuo 23°C (73°F)Torquay 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Torquay in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Yangshuo and Torquay. Also, most visitors come to Torquay for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In January, Yangshuo is generally much colder than Torquayin July. Daily temperatures in Yangshuo average around 10°C (49°F), and Torquay fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
In January, Yangshuo usually receives around the same amount of rain as Torquayin July. Yangshuo gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Torquay receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyYangshuo 10°C (49°F)Torquay 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Torquay in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Yangshuo as well as Torquay. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Torquay because of the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty.
Yangshuo is around the same temperature as Torquay in the spring. The daily temperature in Yangshuo averages around 20°C (68°F) in April, and Torquay fluctuates around 21°C (71°F)in October.
Yangshuo receives a lot of rain in the spring. Yangshuo usually gets more rain in April than Torquayin October. Yangshuo gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Torquay receives 75 mm (2.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberYangshuo 20°C (68°F)Torquay 21°C (71°F)
Typical Weather for Torquay and Yangshuo
| Yangshuo | Torquay | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 163 mm (6.4 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 21°C (71°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 106 mm (4.2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
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