Which place is cheaper, Hobart or Zhangjiajie?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Zhangjiajie or Hobart?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Zhangjiajie and Hobart. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Zhangjiajie or Hobart?
Zhangjiajie
Zhangjiajie, China is a picturesque city located in the northwest of the Hunan Province. This ancient city, which dates all the way back to the Stone Age, is famous for being home to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Wulingyuan Scenic Area. Zhangjiajie is also known for being a popular filming location and and overall great place to escape the bustling Chinese cities. Zhangjiajie has its own dialect, which is a branch of the Hunan and Southern dialects, so Mandarin does not always translate when trying to speak to locals here.
Hobart
Hobart is the capital city of the Australian island state of Tasmania. It is small compared to the mainland's larger cities and has a cooler climate with four distinct seasons. Hobart is also the second oldest capital, behind Sydney, with remnants of its past visible in old sandstone warehouses now home to cafes and galleries, as well as a historic district with narrow lanes and colonial-era cottages.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in China, The Best 10-Day Tours in China, The Best Budget Tours to Australia, and The Best Luxury Tours to Australia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayZhangjiajie $63Hobart $134
The average daily cost (per person) in Zhangjiajie is $63, while the average daily cost in Hobart is $134. 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 Zhangjiajie and Hobart in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZhangjiajie $30Hobart $76
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZhangjiajie $60Hobart $152
Compare Hotels in Zhangjiajie and Hobart
Looking for a hotel in Zhangjiajie or Hobart? 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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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Hobart Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zhangjiajie $14Hobart $28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zhangjiajie
Also for Zhangjiajie, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Zhangjiajie to Fenghuang and stops at Furong old town: $187
- Private Transfer from Zhangjiajie Train Station to Fenghuang hotel: $149
- Private Car Transfer From WLY to Glass Bridge (Round Trip ): $105
- Zhangjiajie Private Departure Transfer:City Hotel to Railway Station: $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hobart
Also for Hobart, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Port Arthur Return Transfer, mimimum 4 passengers : $218
- Private Transfer from Hobart Airport (HBA) to Arthur Cruise Port: $50
- Private Transfer from Hobart City Hotels to Arthur Cruise Port : $50
- Hobart to Hobart Int Airport (HBA) - Departure Private Transfer: $44
- Private Transfer from Hobart Airport (HBA) to Hobart Cruise Port: $29
- Private Transfer from Hobart Cruise Port to Hobart city hotels: $29
- Private Transfer from Hobart City Hotels to Hobart Cruise Port: $29
- Grand Cayman Shared Airport Transfer: $22
- Hobart Airport: Express Bus Transfer to Hobart City: $13
Is it cheaper to fly into Zhangjiajie or Hobart?
Prices for flights to both Hobart and Zhangjiajie 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 dayZhangjiajie $20Hobart $28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zhangjiajie
For Zhangjiajie, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Full-Day Private Discovery Tour to Tianmen Mountain National Park with Dinner: $184
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Zhangjiajie $23Hobart $23
Tours and Activities in Zhangjiajie
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Zhangjiajie.
- Half-Day Self-Guided Fenghuang Night Tour from Zhangjiajie: $200
- (Private Day Tour) Zhangjiajie National Park + Tianzi Mountain: $195
- 1 Day Dragon Sitting Gorge & Red Stone Forest Geo-park TOUR！: $272
- 1 Day Tianmen Mountain Tour: $139
- 1 Day Zhangjiajie Tianmen Mountain and Glass Skywalk Tour: $154
- 1 Days Zhangjiajie Natural Beauty Tour with Baofeng Lake: $132
- 1-Day Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon(Glass Bridge) & Baofeng Lake Tour: $240
- 1-Day Zhangjiajie Tianmen Mountain Tour: $146
- 2-Day “Best Of Zhangjiajie”-Avatar World & Tianmen Mountain Tour: $260
- 2-Day Zhangjiajie Happy Foodie&Sightseeing Tour: $300
- 2-Day Zhangjiajie Tour Including Yuanjiajie Mountains: $550
- 2-Full Days Zhangjiajie National Forest Park Tour : $284
Tours and Activities in Hobart
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hobart.
- Grand Hobart with Richmond Village Tour: $102
- 3 day Tasmanian highlights tour – Hobart, Port Arthur and Bruny Island: $208
- 48 Hour Hobart City Hop-On Hop-Off Tour: $33
- Art and History Trail Walking Tour in Tasmania: $25
- Bonorong Wildlife Park and Richmond Afternoon Tour from Hobart: $77
- Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary Half-Day Tour from Hobart: $76
- Bruny Island Food, Sightseeing, Guided Lighthouse Tour & Lunch : $172
- Bruny Island Traveller - Gourmet Tasting and Sightseeing Day Trip from Hobart: $175
- Cruise Ship Wine Shore Excursion: $163
- Day Tour in Mt. Field, Mt. Wellington, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and Richmond: $118
- Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart: $18
- Easy Bike Tour - Mt Wellington Summit Descent & Rainforest Ride: $98
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayZhangjiajie $16Hobart $15
Sample the Local Flavors in Hobart
Also in Hobart, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Tasmanian Premium Wine Tour with Tasmanian Cheese Platter: $135
- Signature Wine Tour - Hobart and SE Tasmania: $144
- 7- 8 Hour StelaVino Guided Wine Tours From Hobart, Tasmania: $182
- From Drink Tasmania Whisky Distillery Tour: $195
- Tasmanian Whisky Distillery Tour: $197
- Whisky Distillery Tours and Tastings - Hobart/SE Tasmania: $229
- Tasmanian Tipples: Hobart Distillery Discovery Tours: $229
- 6 Hour Distillery Guided Tours in Tasmania with Lunch and Tasting: $231
- Whisky Distillery Tours and Tastings in Hobart and SE Tasmania: $231
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Zhangjiajie and Hobart, we can see that Hobart is more expensive. And not only is Zhangjiajie much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Zhangjiajie is in Asia and Hobart 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 Zhangjiajie would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Zhangjiajie 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 Hobart would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hobart than you might in Zhangjiajie.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Zhangjiajie Expensive? and Is Hobart Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Zhangjiajie or Hobart?
Zhangjiajie has a larger population, and is about 80% larger than the population of Hobart. When comparing the sizes of Zhangjiajie and Hobart, 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 Zhangjiajie or Hobart?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Hobart is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Zhangjiajie has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Zhangjiajie or Hobart in the Summer?
Both Hobart and Zhangjiajie are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Hobart because of the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.
Zhangjiajie is much warmer than Hobart in the summer. The daily temperature in Zhangjiajie averages around 29°C (85°F) in July, and Hobart fluctuates around 17°C (63°F)in January.
It's quite rainy in Zhangjiajie. In July, Zhangjiajie usually receives more rain than Hobartin January. Zhangjiajie gets 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Hobart receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryZhangjiajie 29°C (85°F)Hobart 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Zhangjiajie or Hobart in the Autumn?
Both Hobart and Zhangjiajie during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the hiking trails and the shopping scene are the main draw to Hobart this time of year.
In the autumn, Zhangjiajie is a little warmer than Hobart. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Zhangjiajie in October average around 19°C (65°F), and Hobart averages at about 14°C (57°F)in April.
Zhangjiajie usually gets more rain in October than Hobartin April. Zhangjiajie gets 90 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Hobart receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilZhangjiajie 19°C (65°F)Hobart 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Zhangjiajie or Hobart in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Zhangjiajie and Hobart. Also, many travelers come to Hobart for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Zhangjiajie is generally much colder than Hobartin July. Daily temperatures in Zhangjiajie average around 5°C (42°F), and Hobart fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
In January, Zhangjiajie usually receives less rain than Hobartin July. Zhangjiajie gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Hobart receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyZhangjiajie 5°C (42°F)Hobart 9°C (47°F)
Should I visit Zhangjiajie or Hobart in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Zhangjiajie as well as Hobart.
Zhangjiajie is a little warmer than Hobart in the spring. The daily temperature in Zhangjiajie averages around 17°C (63°F) in April, and Hobart fluctuates around 13°C (55°F)in October.
Zhangjiajie receives a lot of rain in the spring. Zhangjiajie usually gets more rain in April than Hobartin October. Zhangjiajie gets 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain, while Hobart receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberZhangjiajie 17°C (63°F)Hobart 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Hobart and Zhangjiajie
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (42°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (44°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (52°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 179 mm (7 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 199 mm (7.8 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (83°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (65°F) | 90 mm (3.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.7 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
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