Which place is cheaper, Xiamen or Yangshuo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Yangshuo or Xiamen?
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 Xiamen can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Yangshuo or Xiamen?
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.
Xiamen
Xiamen is a coastal city in the Fujian Province of China and has been a major port city and gateway to China for centuries. This vibrant and modern city was named the most livable city in the world in 2002 and one of the first cities to be named a Special Economic Zone. Xiamen is best known for being home to Gulangyu Island, a beautiful island full of historic colonial buildings and lovely walking paths.
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 $72Xiamen $64
The average daily cost (per person) in Yangshuo is $72, while the average daily cost in Xiamen is $64. 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 Xiamen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYangshuo $25Xiamen $31
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYangshuo $50Xiamen $62
Compare Hotels in Yangshuo and Xiamen
Looking for a hotel in Yangshuo or Xiamen? 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 $42Xiamen $5.99
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangshuo
Also for Yangshuo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Yangshuo Rock Climbing with Hotel Transfer (3 hours): $69
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo(Xingping) Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $21
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Guilin hotel: $37
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $48
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Yangshuo hotel: $21
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Longsheng hotel: $107
- Private Impression Sanjie Liu Evening Show with Hotel Transfer: $88
- Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin Train Stations: $49
- Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin International Airport (KWL): $49
- Impression Liu Sanjie - Ticket Booking (including Round-trip Transfer): $75
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Xiamen
Also for Xiamen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer between Xiamen City and Tianluokeng Tulou Village: $115
- Private Transfer to Tianluokeng Tulou and Hekeng Hakka Tulou from Xiamen City : $98
- Private Transfer to Gaobei Tulou and Hongkeng Tulou from Xiamen City: $98
- Private Transfer between Xiamen City and Tianluokeng Tulou Cluster : $89
- Private Transfer Service between Xiamen and Anxi : $89
- Private Transfer Between Xiamen City and HongKeng Hakka Tulou Cluster: $89
- Private Transfer between Xiamen City and Hua’an Earth Building: $89
- Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport Chauffeur Service ,Xiamen Airport Transfer: $47
- Private Transfer between Riyue Gu Hotspring Resort and Xiamen City : $32
- Private Xiamen Gaoqi Airport Arrival Transfer to City Area: $30
- Xiamen North Railway Station Private Transfer from City Area: $19
- Xiamen Gaoqi Airport Private Transfer to Local Railway Station : $19
Is it cheaper to fly into Yangshuo or Xiamen?
Prices for flights to both Xiamen 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 $19Xiamen $26
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 $23Xiamen $16
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: $149
- 1 Day - Yangshuo Bike Tour: $80
- 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 Li-River Tour from Yangshuo to Yangdi With the English Speaking Driver: $159
- 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 Xiamen
For Xiamen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Fujian Tulou Private Day Tour to World Heritage Site Tianluokeng Tulou Cluster: $178
- Xiamen Private One Day Tailor Made Tour with Gulangyu and City Highlights : $176
- 1-Day Xiamen City Highlights and Gulangyu Island Private Tour: $244
- 4-Hour Xiamen Private Shore Excursion Tour in Your Way: $121
- 4-hour Xiamen Private Flexible Tour in Your Way: $113
- A Night Tour to Xiamen Gulang Island: $100
- Day Tour to Admire the Panorama of Gulangyu Island and Visit the Precious Birds: $110
- Dongshan Island Highlights Full-Day Private Tour: $232
- Flexible Private Half-Day Tour to Visit the Top Attraction Xiamen Yuanbo Garden: $110
- Flexible Private Xiamen Layover Tour with Meal: $176
- Flexible Xiamen Private Half Day Tour to Experience Xiamen Botanical Garden: $105
- Flexible Xiamen Private Half Day Tour with Meal Option: $109
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYangshuo $33Xiamen $17
When comparing the travel costs between Yangshuo and Xiamen, we can see that Yangshuo 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 Xiamen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Yangshuo or Xiamen?
Xiamen has a larger population, and is about 93% larger than the population of Yangshuo. When comparing the sizes of Yangshuo and Xiamen, 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 Xiamen?
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 Xiamen in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Yangshuo and Xiamen.
In the summer, Yangshuo is around the same temperature as Xiamen. Typically, the summer temperatures in Yangshuo in July average around 30°C (86°F), and Xiamen averages at about 30°C (86°F).
Xiamen receives a lot of rain in the summer. Yangshuo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Yangshuo usually receives more rain than Xiamen. Yangshuo gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Xiamen receives 140 mm (5.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyYangshuo 30°C (86°F)Xiamen 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Xiamen in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Yangshuo as well as Xiamen.
In October, Yangshuo is generally around the same temperature as Xiamen. Daily temperatures in Yangshuo average around 23°C (73°F), and Xiamen fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
Yangshuo usually gets more rain in October than Xiamen. Yangshuo gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Xiamen receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberYangshuo 23°C (73°F)Xiamen 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Xiamen in the Winter?
Both Xiamen and Yangshuo are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Yangshuo is cooler than Xiamen in the winter. The daily temperature in Yangshuo averages around 10°C (49°F) in January, and Xiamen fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
In January, Yangshuo usually receives more rain than Xiamen. Yangshuo gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Xiamen receives 37 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryYangshuo 10°C (49°F)Xiamen 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Xiamen in the Spring?
Both Xiamen and Yangshuo during the spring are popular places to visit.
In the spring, Yangshuo is around the same temperature as Xiamen. Typically, the spring temperatures in Yangshuo in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Xiamen averages at about 20°C (69°F).
Xiamen 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 Xiamen. Yangshuo gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Xiamen receives 147 mm (5.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilYangshuo 20°C (68°F)Xiamen 20°C (69°F)
Typical Weather for Xiamen and Yangshuo
| Yangshuo | Xiamen | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 147 mm (5.8 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 197 mm (7.7 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
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