Which place is cheaper, Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) or Hanoi?
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 Hanoi or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hanoi and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Hanoi or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
Hanoi
Hanoi is the chaotic capital of Vietnam, and it serves as a great introduction to the country for many travelers. It's the second largest city in the country after Saigon and is an interesting combination of East meets West. There's traditional Vietnamese culture with subtle influences brought by the French. The city continues to grow and change rapidly and it's easy to get lost amidst the chaos.
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
In the heart of the Anhui Province of China is the stunning Mount Huangshan, or Yellow Mountain. This UNESCO World Heritage Site draws in visitors from around the world to take in the stunning views and conquer a new challenge.
Mount Huangshan is one of the most popular destinations in China. Because of this, most of the towns and regions around it also use the name Huangshan. Even the closest town, Tunxi, has begun going by Huangshan City. Keep this in mind as it could potentially cause some confusion in transit.
The whole of Huangshan has 36 separate peaks rising approximately 1,800 meters into the air. It is often covered in a spiritual-feeling mist that makes the peaks appear to live in the clouds. It has inspired artists for centuries, and is often thought to be the model for the typical mountain ranges seen in ancient Chinese paintings.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Vietnam, The Best G Adventures Tours to Vietnam, The Best 10-Day Tours in China, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in China.
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Hanoi Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHanoi $57Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $72
The average daily cost (per person) in Hanoi is $57, while the average daily cost in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) is $72. 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 Hanoi and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHanoi $25Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHanoi $50Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $50
Compare Hotels in Hanoi and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
Looking for a hotel in Hanoi or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)? 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: Hanoi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hanoi $6.54Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $10
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hanoi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Hanoi:
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Taxi to Bus Station$1.14
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Shuttle Bus From Airport (for Two)$3.03
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Local Bus Ride (for Two)$0.38
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Short Taxi Ride$1.29
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Short Motorbike Ride (10 Minutes)$0.76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hanoi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hanoi:
- Hanoi Private Transfer Taxi with Vietnam SIM Card & Internet: $6.90
- Noi Bai Airport transfer to Hanoi Center and more: $8.00
- Hanoi Private Departure Transfer: City Center Hotel to Airport: $8.00
- Noi Bai Airport Transfer Service: $8.54
- Private Hanoi Airport (HAN) Transfer to Hotel/Accommodation: $9.00
- Hanoi Airport Departure Shared Transfer: $10
- Hanoi to Halong Bay Limousine Bus Transfer: $11
- Bus Transfer Hanoi to Halong Bay and Vice Versa : $11
- Private Car Ha Noi Airport Transfer : $12
- Hanoi Private Taxi Transfer Service: $13
- Private Transfer Between Hanoi Airport (han) And Hanoi City Center: $13
- Hanoi Airport Transfer: $13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain):
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Shuttle Bus to Tangkou for Two$3.64
Is it cheaper to fly into Hanoi or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
Prices for flights to both Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Hanoi 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 dayHanoi $23Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $33
Typical Food Prices in Hanoi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hanoi:
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High End Dinner (for Two)$11
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$4.17
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Bowl of Pho$0.76
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Italian Dinner (for Food)$5.88
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hanoi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hanoi.
- (Group/Individual) HANOI STREET FOOD TOUR : $5.13
- Hanoi Old Quarter Cooking Class Tour With Local Market Shopping : $9.71
- Hanoi Walking Street Food Tour with Train-Street Visit: $18
- Hanoi Cooking Class: Pho/Bun Cha/Banh Xeo...+Free Egg/Salt Coffee: $19
- Hanoi local street food tour: $20
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Train Street Visit: $22
- Hanoi food tour-Local street food tour (food&guide included): $22
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: $23
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Experience Guide & Real Foodie: $24
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Local Delicacies (3 Hours): $24
- Best Hanoi Day Street Food Tour with Real Foodie Tastings: $24
- Hanoi Food Tours: $24
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hanoi $8.07Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $27
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hanoi
Here are a few typical costs in Hanoi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Puppet Theater$1.52
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The Hanoi Hilton Entrance$1.52
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National History Museum$1.52
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Puppet Theater Ticket$2.65
Tours and Activities in Hanoi
Here are a few actual costs in Hanoi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Hanoi Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.52
- Vietnam 7 Day 30GB Tourist SIM Rental: $4.66
- (Evening) HANOI CUSTOMIZED Walking Tour: $5.00
- Hanoi Old Quarter Private Walking Tour Half Day : $5.00
- Iconic Landmarks Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.00
- Hanoi Old Quarter Half-day Private Walking Tour : $5.00
- Craft Village Tour (Quang Phu Cau, Bat Trang, Chuong Conical,...): $5.00
- Ho Chi Minh Complex & Temple of Literature Tour (half day): $5.00
- Half Day Hanoi Old Quarter Private Walking Tour : $5.00
- Half Day Hanoi Old Quarter Private Walking Tour: $5.00
- Street Food Walking Tour in Hanoi: $5.00
- Sightseeing Walking Tour in Hanoi: $5.00
Typical Entertainment Prices in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) are as follows:
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Two Entrance Tickets$64
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Two Cable Car Passes$22
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHanoi $7.30Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) $16
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hanoi and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain), we can see that Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) is more expensive. And not only is Hanoi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hanoi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hanoi 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 Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) than you might in Hanoi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hanoi Expensive? and Is Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Hanoi or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Hanoi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Hanoi or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Hanoi and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hanoi year-round.
In the summer, Hanoi is around the same temperature as Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Typically, the summer temperatures in Hanoi in July average around 29°C (84°F), and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) averages at about 29°C (85°F).
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives a lot of rain in the summer. Hanoi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Hanoi usually receives more rain than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Hanoi gets 210 mm (8.3 in) of rain, while Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives 185 mm (7.3 in) of rain each month for the summer. Also, May to September is the rainy season in Hanoi.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHanoi 29°C (84°F)Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Hanoi as well as Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Hanoi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Hanoi is generally a little warmer than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Daily temperatures in Hanoi average around 25°C (77°F), and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
Hanoi receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Hanoi usually gets more rain in October than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, November to April in Hanoi is the dry season.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHanoi 25°C (77°F)Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the Winter?
Both Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Hanoi are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hanoi throughout the year.
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) can be very cold during winter. Hanoi is much warmer than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the winter. The daily temperature in Hanoi averages around 17°C (63°F) in January, and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).
In January, Hanoi usually receives less rain than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Hanoi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHanoi 17°C (63°F)Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in the Spring?
Both Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Hanoi during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Hanoi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the spring, Hanoi is a little warmer than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Typically, the spring temperatures in Hanoi in April average around 24°C (75°F), and Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) averages at about 17°C (62°F).
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Hanoi. Hanoi usually gets less rain in April than Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain this time of the year. November to April is the dry season in Hanoi. May to September is the rainy season in Hanoi.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHanoi 24°C (75°F)Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) 17°C (62°F)
Typical Weather for Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) and Hanoi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 235 mm (9.2 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 121 mm (4.7 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Nov | 22°C (72°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
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