Which place is cheaper, Chichibu-Tama-Kai or Guangzhou?
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 Guangzhou or Chichibu-Tama-Kai?
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 Guangzhou and Chichibu-Tama-Kai can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Guangzhou or Chichibu-Tama-Kai?
Guangzhou
With a population of more than 12 million, Guangzhou is the third largest city in China after Beijing and Shanghai. Though it has a long history, founded in 214 BC, the city has also many modern attractions, a mix of the old and new with temples and parks as well as skyscrapers and shopping centers. Its location on the Pearl River has contributed to this growth, making Guangzhou a major port and commercial hub.
Chichibu-Tama-Kai
Located at the intersection of the Saitama, Yamanashi, Nagano, and Tokyo Prefectures, Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park is a national park in Japan webbed with hiking trails and many ancient shrines. Mount Mitake, Mount Mitsumine, and Mount Mito are just three of the eight peaks that tower above the park at over 2000 meters, while rivers sources flowing below include the Arakawa River, Shinano River, Tama River, and Fuefuki River (Fuji River).
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in China, The Best 2-Week Tours in China, The Best 10-Day Tours in Japan, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGuangzhou $104Chichibu-Tama-Kai $90
The average daily cost (per person) in Guangzhou is $104, while the average daily cost in Chichibu-Tama-Kai is $90. 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 Guangzhou and Chichibu-Tama-Kai in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGuangzhou $58Chichibu-Tama-Kai $35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGuangzhou $116Chichibu-Tama-Kai $70
Compare Hotels in Guangzhou and Chichibu-Tama-Kai
Looking for a hotel in Guangzhou or Chichibu-Tama-Kai? 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.Guangzhou $14Chichibu-Tama-Kai $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guangzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guangzhou:
- Shenzhen Day Tour from Guangzhou by Round Way Private Transfer: $255
- Guangzhou Layover Visa-Free Private Tour with Airport Transfer: $200
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou Int Airport (CAN) to Shekou Port: $194
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou city hotels to Shekou Cruise Port: $176
- Guangzhou Airport to Hotel: Private Transfer for up to 15 Pax: $170
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Chauffeur Service, To Dongguan Transfer: $135
- Pearl River Night Cruise with Private Transfers in Guangzhou: $129
- Guangzhou Airport to Hotel: Private Transfer for up to 5 pax: $120
- Private Arrival Transfer in English-speaking: Airport to Hotel: $99
- Guangzhou Night Pearl River Cruise VIP Seating with Private Transfer: $96
- Private Transfer in Guangzhou with Fluent English Speaking Driver: $90
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou Baiyun Airport to Guangzhou Hotel: $90
Is it cheaper to fly into Guangzhou or Chichibu-Tama-Kai?
Prices for flights to both Chichibu-Tama-Kai and Guangzhou 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 dayGuangzhou $34Chichibu-Tama-Kai $43
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guangzhou
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guangzhou.
- Old Town Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $79
- Food Tour - Eat Like Local + Rice Roll Workshop: $96
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour VIP Cruise and Dim-Sum Dinner Option: $146
- Guangzhou walking tour with dimsum dinner&Zhujiang river cruise: $160
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour with Canton Tower and Dim-Sum Dinner: $176
- Pearl River Night Cruise and Karaoke Tour with Buffet Dinner in Guangzhou: $179
- Private Guangzhou Food Tour Michelin Restaurant&Local Food Market: $180
- Morning Tea, Cantonese Opera, and Food Tour: $183
- Cantonese Dim Sum Dinner with Pearl River Night Cruise in Guangzhou: $199
- Guangzhou Pearl River Night Cruise and Din Tai Feng Dinner: $199
- Guangzhou Private Night Tour: Lychee Bay, Beijing Road, Cruise, Dinner: $204
- Private Cooking Canton Cuisine Cooking Class in Guangzhou : $266
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Guangzhou $18Chichibu-Tama-Kai $7.39
Tours and Activities in Guangzhou
Here are a few actual costs in Guangzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Guangzhou Self-Guided Tour with Private Car and Driver Service: $75
- Liuxihe National Forest Park Private Day Tour from Guangzhou: $266
- 1 Day Historical Guangzhou Layover Tour from Airport: $260
- 1-Day Guangzhou Airport Layover Visa-Free Private City Tour: $185
- 3-Hour Private Tour to Museum of Nanyue King Tomb in Guangzhou: $91
- 4-Hour Baiyun Mountain Yuntai Garden Private Guangzhou City Tour: $180
- 4-Hour Flexible Private Guangzhou City Tour with Dim-Sum Options: $153
- 4-Hour Private Flexible Guangzhou City Tour with Dim-Sum Option: $100
- 4-Hour Private Tour to Museum of Nanyue King & Academy of Clan Chen in Guangzhou: $91
- 5-Hour Private Guangzhou Yumcha Tasting with Local Food Market Experience : $118
- 5-Hour Sai Kwan Walking Tour with Unique Food Tasting: $72
- 6-Day Guangzhou to Guilin Scenic Tour: $1,598
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGuangzhou $14Chichibu-Tama-Kai $8.60
When comparing the travel costs between Guangzhou and Chichibu-Tama-Kai, we can see that Guangzhou 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 Guangzhou Expensive? and Is Chichibu-Tama-Kai Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Guangzhou or Chichibu-Tama-Kai?
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 Guangzhou or Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the Summer?
Both Chichibu-Tama-Kai and Guangzhou during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the summer for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.
Guangzhou is a little warmer than Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the summer. The daily temperature in Guangzhou averages around 29°C (84°F) in July, and Chichibu-Tama-Kai fluctuates around 25°C (78°F).
Chichibu-Tama-Kai gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Guangzhou. Guangzhou usually gets more rain in July than Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Guangzhou gets 228 mm (9 in) of rain, while Chichibu-Tama-Kai receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGuangzhou 29°C (84°F)Chichibu-Tama-Kai 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Guangzhou or Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Guangzhou and Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Also, most visitors come to Chichibu-Tama-Kai for the hiking trails and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Guangzhou is a little warmer than Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Guangzhou in October average around 25°C (76°F), and Chichibu-Tama-Kai averages at about 17°C (62°F).
Chichibu-Tama-Kai receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Guangzhou usually receives less rain than Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Guangzhou gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Chichibu-Tama-Kai receives 116 mm (4.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGuangzhou 25°C (76°F)Chichibu-Tama-Kai 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Guangzhou or Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Guangzhou as well as Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Chichibu-Tama-Kai because of the museums and the cuisine.
The weather in Chichibu-Tama-Kai can be very cold. In January, Guangzhou is generally much warmer than Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Daily temperatures in Guangzhou average around 14°C (58°F), and Chichibu-Tama-Kai fluctuates around 4°C (39°F).
Guangzhou usually gets more rain in January than Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Guangzhou gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Chichibu-Tama-Kai receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGuangzhou 14°C (58°F)Chichibu-Tama-Kai 4°C (39°F)
Should I visit Guangzhou or Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the Spring?
Both Chichibu-Tama-Kai and Guangzhou are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the natural beauty are the main draw to Chichibu-Tama-Kai this time of year.
Guangzhou is much warmer than Chichibu-Tama-Kai in the spring. The daily temperature in Guangzhou averages around 22°C (72°F) in April, and Chichibu-Tama-Kai fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
It's quite rainy in Guangzhou. In April, Guangzhou usually receives more rain than Chichibu-Tama-Kai. Guangzhou gets 182 mm (7.2 in) of rain, while Chichibu-Tama-Kai receives 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGuangzhou 22°C (72°F)Chichibu-Tama-Kai 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Chichibu-Tama-Kai and Guangzhou
| Guangzhou | Chichibu-Tama-Kai | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Feb | 15°C (59°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 18°C (65°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 22°C (72°F) | 182 mm (7.2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| May | 26°C (79°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 228 mm (9 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 177 mm (7 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (76°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
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