Which place is cheaper, Khao Yai National Park or Kyoto?
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 Kyoto or Khao Yai 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 Kyoto and Khao Yai 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: Kyoto or Khao Yai National Park?
Kyoto
Kyoto is a larger city of Japan, though it is very much set in the old ways. With quiet temples, sublime gardens, colorful shrines, and geisha walking amidst a city surrounded by stunning mountains, Kyoto feels like a world of another time and place. True to ancient Japanese tradition, most aspects of daily life are tied closely with the changing of the seasons.
Khao Yai National Park
Adventurous travelers are always in search of new terrain to conquer. At over 2,000 square kilometers, Khao Yai National Park is Thailand's second largest national park, and just full of jungles to trek through. In the southwest of Thailand is a sanctuary of mountains and waterfalls.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Tokyo, The Best 2-Week Tours from Tokyo, The Best Adventure Tours to Thailand, and The Best Eco Tours in Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKyoto $118Khao Yai National Park $85
The average daily cost (per person) in Kyoto is $118, while the average daily cost in Khao Yai National Park is $85. 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 Kyoto and Khao Yai National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKyoto $66Khao Yai National Park $41
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKyoto $132Khao Yai National Park $82
Compare Hotels in Kyoto and Khao Yai National Park
Looking for a hotel in Kyoto or Khao Yai 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: Kyoto Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kyoto $7.82Khao Yai National Park $16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kyoto
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kyoto:
- Shared Departure Transfer: Kyoto City to Osaka Itami Airport: $107
- Private departure transfer from Kyoto city to Osaka Itami International airport: $82
- Private departure transfer from Kyoto city to Kansai International airport: $113
- Private Transfer from Maizuru Port to Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX): $226
- Private Transfer from Maizuru Port to Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX): $248
- Private Transfer from Maizuru Cruise Port to Osaka Airport (ITM): $155
- Minivan Departure Transfer from Kyoto City to Kansai Airport KIX: $260
- Naruto & Boruto at Nijigen no Mori Entry & Transfer: $47
- Kyoto hotels to Kansai Airport (KIX) - Departure Private Transfer: $142
- Japan Railway Station Shared Departure Transfer : Kyoto City to Kyoto Station: $71
- Departure Transfer from Kyoto to Itami Airport ITM by Minivan: $130
- Arashiyama Kinkakuji Quiet Trail E-Bike Tour with Hotel Transfer: $131
Is it cheaper to fly into Kyoto or Khao Yai National Park?
Prices for flights to both Khao Yai National Park and Kyoto 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 dayKyoto $43Khao Yai National Park $33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kyoto
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kyoto.
- Sushi & Tempura Cooking Class: $48
- Kyoto Nishiki Market & Depachika: 2-hours Food Tour with a Local: $48
- Sushi Cooking Class (Making three types of sushi): $48
- Private Cooking Class Udon in Kyoto Japan: $54
- 1 hour Takoyaki and Okonomiyaki cooking class in Kyoto: $61
- Kyoto Ramen Spoon Painting & Michelin Cooking Class : $61
- Dinner with Maiko: $62
- Private Guided Traditional Buddhist Cooking in Japan: $69
- Kyoto Udon and Tempura Cooking Class with Professional Chefs: $72
- Kyoto Ramen Bowl Painting and Michelin Cooking Class: $75
- Ramen Bowl Painting & Cooking in Gion, Kyoto: $75
- Gion Food Tour 13 Dishes at 4 Eateries: $76
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kyoto $13Khao Yai National Park $10
Tours and Activities in Kyoto
Here are a few actual costs in Kyoto for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Explore Nara in a Day Van Tour from Kyoto: $164
- Kyoto K Drama GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $14
- Kyoto Private Full-day Walking Tour from Kyoto Station: $158
- Kyoto Sake Tasting Shared Tour Experience: $58
- Osaka Kyoto Experience Japanese Homogi: $138
- Quick Kyoto Tour for the First-Timers by Local Tour Guide: $60
- 1 Day Kyoto Tour with a Local Guide: $150
- 1 Day Private Sightseeing Tour in Kyoto: $211
- 1-Day Kyoto Uji & Nara Tour with Tea Ceremony: $126
- 1-Hour Japanese Archery Experience in Kyoto: $44
- 1.5 Hours Kyoto Insider Sake Experience: $70
- 10 Hrs Full day Kyoto Tour w/Hotel Pick-up: $629
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKyoto $13Khao Yai National Park $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Kyoto
Also in Kyoto, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Kyoto Local Bar Crawl in Kawaramachi Area: $41
- Fushimi Cherry Blossom and Sake Brewery Tour: $101
- Kyoto Sake Brewery & Tasting Walking Tour: $102
- Fushimi Sake Brewery Tour - 18 Tastings in 2.5 Hours: $162
- Kyoto Sake Brewery Tour with Lunch: $227
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kyoto and Khao Yai National Park, we can see that Kyoto is more expensive. And not only is Khao Yai National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Khao Yai National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Khao Yai National Park 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 Kyoto would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kyoto than you might in Khao Yai National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kyoto Expensive? and Is Khao Yai National Park Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Kyoto or Khao Yai National Park?
Kyoto has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Khao Yai National Park experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Kyoto or Khao Yai National Park in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Kyoto as well as Khao Yai National Park. Most visitors come to Kyoto for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Khao Yai National Park throughout the year.
In July, Kyoto is generally around the same temperature as Khao Yai National Park. Daily temperatures in Kyoto average around 27°C (81°F), and Khao Yai National Park fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
In the summer, Kyoto often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Khao Yai National Park. Kyoto gets 183 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Khao Yai National Park receives 176 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Khao Yai National Park. Kyoto receives a lot of rain in the summer. Kyoto usually gets less rain in July than Khao Yai National Park. Kyoto gets 236 mm (9.3 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 315 mm (12.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKyoto 27°C (81°F)Khao Yai National Park 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Kyoto or Khao Yai National Park in the Autumn?
Both Khao Yai National Park and Kyoto are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Kyoto because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area. Plenty of visitors come to Khao Yai National Park because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Kyoto is much colder than Khao Yai National Park in the autumn. The daily temperature in Kyoto averages around 18°C (64°F) in October, and Khao Yai National Park fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It's quite sunny in Khao Yai National Park. Kyoto usually receives less sunshine than Khao Yai National Park during autumn. Kyoto gets 159 hours of sunny skies, while Khao Yai National Park receives 206 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Khao Yai National Park. It's quite rainy in Kyoto. In October, Kyoto usually receives less rain than Khao Yai National Park. Kyoto gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 173 mm (6.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKyoto 18°C (64°F)Khao Yai National Park 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Kyoto or Khao Yai National Park in the Winter?
Both Khao Yai National Park and Kyoto during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Kyoto this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Khao Yai National Park year-round.
It's quite cold in Kyoto in the winter. In the winter, Kyoto is much colder than Khao Yai National Park. Typically, the winter temperatures in Kyoto in January average around 5°C (40°F), and Khao Yai National Park averages at about 26°C (78°F).
In Khao Yai National Park, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Kyoto often gets less sunshine than Khao Yai National Park. Kyoto gets 140 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Khao Yai National Park receives 276 hours of full sun.
Kyoto usually gets more rain in January than Khao Yai National Park. Kyoto gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKyoto 5°C (40°F)Khao Yai National Park 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Kyoto or Khao Yai National Park in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Kyoto and Khao Yai National Park. Many travelers come to Kyoto for the activities around the city and the natural beauty. Khao Yai National Park attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Kyoto is generally much colder than Khao Yai National Park. Daily temperatures in Kyoto average around 14°C (58°F), and Khao Yai National Park fluctuates around 30°C (87°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Khao Yai National Park this time of the year. Kyoto usually receives less sunshine than Khao Yai National Park during spring. Kyoto gets 176 hours of sunny skies, while Khao Yai National Park receives 262 hours of full sun in the spring.
Khao Yai National Park receives a lot of rain in the spring. Kyoto gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Kyoto usually receives more rain than Khao Yai National Park. Kyoto gets 153 mm (6 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 128 mm (5.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKyoto 14°C (58°F)Khao Yai National Park 30°C (87°F)
Typical Weather for Khao Yai National Park and Kyoto
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| Jan | 5°C (40°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (47°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (58°F) | 153 mm (6 in) | 30°C (87°F) | 128 mm (5.1 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 154 mm (6 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 225 mm (8.8 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 251 mm (9.9 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 277 mm (10.9 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 315 mm (12.4 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (83°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 385 mm (15.1 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 360 mm (14.2 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (64°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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