Which place is cheaper, Guangxi or Yunnan?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Yunnan or Guangxi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Yunnan or Guangxi, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Yunnan or Guangxi?
Yunnan
Located in southwestern China, Yunnan is a province known for its large number of ethnic minorities as well as its varied landscape from snow-capped mountains and rice terraces to lakes and deep gorges. It is also one of the most diverse provinces in China with the Northwest being heavily influenced by Tibet and the South being influenced by the cultures of Laos and Burma.
Guangxi
An autonomous region in southern China, Guangxi is mainly known for its impressive landscapes - rivers, caves, and towering karst topography. The Li River winds through the province connecting Guilin and Yangshuo, Guangxi's most popular cities. Other attractions include waterfalls, beaches, rice terraces, and local culture.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Lhasa, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Shanghai, The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China.
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Yunnan Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayYunnan $4,157Guangxi $85
The average daily cost (per person) in Yunnan is $4,157, while the average daily cost in Guangxi is $85. 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 Yunnan and Guangxi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYunnan $1,222Guangxi $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYunnan $
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2.00Guangxi $48
Compare Hotels in Yunnan and Guangxi
Looking for a hotel in Yunnan or Guangxi? 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.Yunnan $644Guangxi $29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guangxi
Also for Guangxi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Guilin liangjiang Airport Chauffeur Service,Guilin Airport Transfer: $57
- Nanning Wuxu Airport Chauffeur Service, Nanning Airport Transfer, Pickup: $48
- Private One Way Transfer Service to Yangshuo from Longsheng (Ping'an / Dazhai ): $94
- Private Transfer from Longsheng hotel to Guilin hotel: $80
- Private Transfer from Longsheng hotel to Xingping hotel: $107
- Private Transfer from Longsheng hotel to Yangshuo hotel: $85
- [Airport Transfer] Nanning Airport / Nanning City Transfer High reputation for service! : $18
Is it cheaper to fly into Yunnan or Guangxi?
Prices for flights to both Guangxi and Yunnan 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 dayYunnan $1,971Guangxi $41
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Yunnan $599Guangxi $21
Tours and Activities in Yunnan
Here are a few actual costs in Yunnan for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 8-Day Yunnan Tour Of Kunming,Dali, Lijiang And Shangri-La: $3,800
- China Shangri-La Tiger Leaping Gorge : A Canyon Adventure: $104
- Dali: Chongsheng Temple, Xizhou, & Erhai Lake Tour: $309
- Kunming: Yunnan Ethnic Village Private Tour (Half Day): $66
- Kunming: Yunnan Provincial Museum Private Tour (Half Day): $66
- Lijiang: Pudacuo National Park and White Water Terrace Tour: $116
- Lijiang: Shangri-La Scenic Area Private Tour: $116
- Shangri-La Area Private Day Tour: $151
- Shangri-La: Balagezong Scenic Area Private Tour: $85
- Shangri-La: Tiger Leaping Gorge & Songzanlin Monastery Tour: $331
- Xishuangbanna: Botanical Garden and Dai Garden 1-Day Tour: $218
- Xishuangbanna: Half-Day Tour to the Dai Nationality Garden: $159
Tours and Activities in Guangxi
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Guangxi.
- Guilin Discovery Mini Group Day Tour: $92
- Li River Photography Mini Group Day Tour: $113
- Private Yangshuo One Day Tour: $128
- Nature and Li River Private Day Tour: $137
- Xingping Xianggong Hill and Yangshuo Countryside Classic Day Tour: $153
- Guilin Yangshuo Day tour from Nanning by Round Way Bullet Train: $186
- 1-Day Guilin City Tour and Ends of Yangshuo from Longji Rice Terraces: $195
- Nanning Detian Waterfall Private Day Tour: $200
- 1-Day Sanjiang Chengyang Tour and Ends of Guilin/Yangshuo from Longji Terraces: $210
- Private Day Tour to Yangshuo from Guilin: Yulong River, Li River Boat and More: $212
- 1-Day Yangshuo Tour and Ends of Guilin from Longji Rice Terraces: $221
- Elephant Trunk Hill and Duxiu Peak Guilin Private Day Tour : $244
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYunnan $593Guangxi $19
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Yunnan and Guangxi, we can see that Yunnan is more expensive. And not only is Guangxi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Guangxi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guangxi 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 Yunnan would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yunnan than you might in Guangxi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Yunnan Expensive? and Is Guangxi Expensive?.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.