Which place is cheaper, Atami or Hengyang?
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 Hengyang or Atami?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hengyang and Atami 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: Hengyang or Atami?
Hengyang
Hengyang, China is a stunning, historically significant, city in southern China. With an almost six-thousand-year old history, Hengyang is the second largest city in the Hunan Province and is known for its agricultural, fishing, and rice. Near Hengyang is Mount Heng, a mountain famous in Chinese history and religion; it has 72 peaks and dozens of temples in the town below it.
Atami
Sharing a home with the famous Mount Fuji inside the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, Atami is a Japanese city set on the seaside of the Izu Peninsula. With volcanic hills and natural hot springs, visitors are very much drawn to the unique landscape of the place. There are many hot springs resorts that take advantage of the area's natural features, which have been attracting visitors since the 8th century.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to China, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Beijing, The Best 10-Day Tours from Tokyo, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Tokyo.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHengyang $75Atami $108
The average daily cost (per person) in Hengyang is $75, while the average daily cost in Atami is $108. 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 Hengyang and Atami in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHengyang $27Atami $44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHengyang $54Atami $88
Compare Hotels in Hengyang and Atami
Looking for a hotel in Hengyang or Atami? 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: Atami Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hengyang $14Atami $37
Is it cheaper to fly into Hengyang or Atami?
Prices for flights to both Atami and Hengyang 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 dayHengyang $37Atami $43
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hengyang $19Atami $7.96
Tours and Activities in Atami
For Atami, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Experience Tea Ceremony at a Traditional Japanese Inn : $46
- Japanese Traditional Music Experience: $48
- Odawara Ramen Crawl Experience: Visit 2 Iconic Shops: $52
- 2025 1 Day Winter Sumo Official Provincial Tour at Odawara: $104
- Ninja, Samurai, Odawara Castle Experience: $138
- Odawara Castle and Town Guided Discovery Tour: $138
- Odawara to Hakone Scenic Adventure: $172
- Hakone customized private one day tour: $173
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHengyang $13Atami $5.65
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hengyang and Atami, we can see that Atami is more expensive. And not only is Hengyang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hengyang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hengyang 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 Atami would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Atami than you might in Hengyang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hengyang Expensive? and Is Atami Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hengyang or Atami?
Hengyang has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Atami. When comparing the sizes of Hengyang and Atami, 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.
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.