Which place is cheaper, Khao Sok National Park or Hue?
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 Hue or Khao Sok National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hue and Khao Sok National Park 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: Hue or Khao Sok National Park?
Hue
Hue is a major city in central Vietnam and was historically the imperial capital. The city was the base for the imperial Nguyen Dynasty, which ruled from 1802 to 1945. During the Vietnam War the city faced many challenges. It was conquered by the Viet Cong and held for 24 days. During this time about 3,000 people were slaughtered for their political views, education level, or religious affiliation.
Khao Sok National Park
In the south of Thailand, visitors will find a gorgeous getaway of pure nature. The Khao Sok National Park is a jungle reserve that covers over 700 square kilometers, and described as one of the most beautiful wildlife reserves in the country.
Many say this jungle is over 160 million years old making it one of the world's oldest rainforests. The lush environment of limestone, waterfalls and thickets of vegetation will make any wanderer eager to discover more. Keep your eyes peeled for bears, boars, gaurs, tapirs, gibbons, deer, marbled cats, wild elephants and more. Look to the sky for over 300 species of bird and 38 different types of bats.
You'll find the best time to book is from December to April, better known as the dry season. From June to October there is significantly more rain and the threat of monsoons. Not only does it rain on your parade, but also it causes the leeches to emerge.
To enter the park is a 300 baht fee for foreigners, 150 for children, and 40 for Thai citizens. If someone tries to sell you a ticket for more than that, simply buy one at the park entrance. When planning your stay remember that your entrance fee is only valid for 24 hours. If you're staying multiple days, you'll need to pay up front. Often if you're with a tour, the entrance fee is included in the tour price, but you should inquire about this to make sure.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Vietnam, The Best Cultural Tours in Vietnam, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Thailand, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Thailand.
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Hue Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHue $56Khao Sok National Park $126
The average daily cost (per person) in Hue is $56, while the average daily cost in Khao Sok National Park is $126. 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 Hue and Khao Sok National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHue $22Khao Sok National Park $28
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHue $44Khao Sok National Park $56
Compare Hotels in Hue and Khao Sok National Park
Looking for a hotel in Hue or Khao Sok National Park? 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: Hue Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hue $12Khao Sok National Park $74
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hue
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hue:
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Cyclo$0.45
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Short Taxi Ride$0.83
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Taxi Ride to Tombs$13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hue
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hue:
- Hue Airport: Private Transfer to/or from Hue City Center: $4.72
- Phu Bai Airport to Hue City: Private Transfer: $5.90
- Privated Hue Airport Transfer - Airport to Hotels or vice versa: $6.75
- Transfer from Hue airport to Hue city center or vice versa: $6.81
- Transfer between Hue Hotels and Hue Airport: $7.11
- Airport Transfer to/from City Center: $7.68
- Hue city Airport transfer - All Inclusive : $9.60
- Shared Car Transfer from Phu Bai Airport to City Center: $9.84
- Hue Car Rental with Driver for Transfer Trip and Sightseeing: $11
- Private Transfer: Hue City Center - Hue Train Station: $11
- HUI: Transfer Phu Bai airport to Hue city center: $11
- Phu Bai Airport Arrival Or Departure by Private Transfer: $12
Is it cheaper to fly into Hue or Khao Sok National Park?
Prices for flights to both Khao Sok National Park and Hue 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 dayHue $25Khao Sok National Park $52
Typical Food Prices in Hue
Some typical examples of dining costs in Hue are as follows:
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River Night Market Dinner (for Two)$7.58
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Two Sugarcane Drinks$0.76
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Quick Lunch (for Two)$2.08
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)$4.17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hue
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hue.
- Hue Food Tour by Walking or Cyclo or Motorbike with Driver: $21
- Walking Street Food tour in Hue: $26
- Hue Walking Street Food Tour: $27
- Hue City: Cyclo, Market Tour & Cooking Class at Madam Thu: $27
- Eat Like a Local with a Local Hue Food Tour : $30
- Home Cooking Class and Dinner with Local Chef in Hue City: $31
- HUE : NIGHT WALKING AND STREET FOOD TOUR: $31
- Hue : Cooking Class with Local Family: $33
- Street Food Tour with a Local Guide: $33
- Cooking Class with Local Family: $33
- Hue : Night Street Food Tour with a Local Guide: $33
- Guided Local Food Tour with Tastings: $33
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hue $11Khao Sok National Park $33
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hue
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Hue are as follows:
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Boat Ride$7.39
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Bicycle Rental (One Day)$1.06
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Imperial Citadel Entrance$3.03
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Massage at Institute for the Blind$1.52
Tours and Activities in Hue
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hue are as follows:
- Eat like a local with a local - Walking Tour: $2.00
- Hue Imperial Ancient City Walking Tour: $2.00
- Traditional Singing on Huong River Ticket: $4.03
- Private City Tour By Car - English Speaking Driver: $4.72
- Vietnam Song Lab Digital Art Center Entry Ticket: $7.66
- Hue Imperial City 3 Hour Walking Tour for Budget Travelers: $8.00
- City Tour with Driver - Customized Your Own Itinerary: $8.66
- Experience Paper Flower Making in Hue for a Cause: $10
- Private City Tour by Car with English-Speaking Driver: $10
- Imperial City Walk, Motorbike Tour & Private Car Options: $10
- Hue Royal Tombs Tour Visit 3 Best Tombs & Pagoda: $13
- Royal Tombs Private Tour with 3 Best Tombs & Pagoda: $13
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHue $5.49Khao Sok National Park $6.50
Typical Alcohol Prices in Hue
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Hue:
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Beer$0.95
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hue and Khao Sok National Park, we can see that Khao Sok National Park is more expensive. And not only is Hue much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hue would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hue 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 Khao Sok National Park would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Khao Sok National Park than you might in Hue.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hue Expensive? and Is Khao Sok National Park Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Hue or Khao Sok National Park?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Hue or Khao Sok National Park in the Summer?
Both Khao Sok National Park and Hue are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hue throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Khao Sok National Park because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Hue is March to August. The rainy season in Hue is September to December. It rains a lot this time of the year in Khao Sok National Park. In July, Hue usually receives less rain than Khao Sok National Park. Hue gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Khao Sok National Park receives 284 mm (11.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
It's quite sunny in Khao Sok National Park. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Hue. Hue usually receives more sunshine than Khao Sok National Park during summer. Hue gets 242 hours of sunny skies, while Khao Sok National Park receives 206 hours of full sun in the summer.
Hue is around the same temperature as Khao Sok National Park in the summer. The daily temperature in Hue averages around 29°C (85°F) in July, and Khao Sok National Park fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHue 29°C (85°F)Khao Sok National Park 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Hue or Khao Sok National Park in the Autumn?
Both Khao Sok National Park and Hue during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Hue because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Khao Sok National Park year-round.
September to December is the rainy season in Hue. Khao Sok National Park gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Hue. Hue usually gets more rain in October than Khao Sok National Park. Hue gets 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain, while Khao Sok National Park receives 351 mm (13.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the autumn, Hue often gets less sunshine than Khao Sok National Park. Hue gets 158 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Khao Sok National Park receives 181 hours of full sun.
In the autumn, Hue is around the same temperature as Khao Sok National Park. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Hue in October average around 25°C (78°F), and Khao Sok National Park averages at about 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHue 25°C (78°F)Khao Sok National Park 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Hue or Khao Sok National Park in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Hue and Khao Sok National Park. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hue year-round. Khao Sok National Park attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
March to August in Hue is the dry season. Hue gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Hue usually receives more rain than Khao Sok National Park. Hue gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Khao Sok National Park receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Khao Sok National Park this time of the year. Hue usually receives less sunshine than Khao Sok National Park during winter. Hue gets 136 hours of sunny skies, while Khao Sok National Park receives 287 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Hue is generally cooler than Khao Sok National Park. Daily temperatures in Hue average around 22°C (71°F), and Khao Sok National Park fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHue 22°C (71°F)Khao Sok National Park 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Hue or Khao Sok National Park in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Hue as well as Khao Sok National Park. Hue attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Khao Sok National Park throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Khao Sok National Park. Hue usually gets less rain in April than Khao Sok National Park. Hue gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Khao Sok National Park receives 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Khao Sok National Park. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Hue this time of the year. In the spring, Hue often gets less sunshine than Khao Sok National Park. Hue gets 210 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Khao Sok National Park receives 249 hours of full sun.
Hue is around the same temperature as Khao Sok National Park in the spring. The daily temperature in Hue averages around 26°C (80°F) in April, and Khao Sok National Park fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHue 26°C (80°F)Khao Sok National Park 29°C (83°F)
Typical Weather for Khao Sok National Park and Hue
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 22°C (71°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (80°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 345 mm (13.6 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (85°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 286 mm (11.3 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 272 mm (10.7 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 331 mm (13 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 417 mm (16.4 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 613 mm (24.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 351 mm (13.8 in) |
| Nov | 24°C (76°F) | 376 mm (14.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 188 mm (7.4 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 223 mm (8.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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