Which place is cheaper, Yokohama or Luang Prabang?
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 Luang Prabang or Yokohama?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Luang Prabang or Yokohama, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Luang Prabang or Yokohama?
Luang Prabang
Southeast Asia is a region full of mystical wonders and cultural charm, but nowhere is as charming as the city of Luang Prabang. As the former capital of Laos, Luang Prabang was reopened to tourism in 1989. With that move the city experienced an upswing in revenue and was able to restore and rebuild the beautiful colonial mansions to serve as guesthouses and hotels for the new swarm of tourists.
Yokohama
Located on the western coast of Tokyo Bay just south of Tokyo, Yokohama is Japan's second largest city and one of the most-visited cities by foreigners. It features one of the largest Chinatown's in the world as well as many parks and architectural landmarks.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Laos, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Laos, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Tokyo, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Tokyo.
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Luang Prabang Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLuang Prabang $18Yokohama $156
The average daily cost (per person) in Luang Prabang is $18, while the average daily cost in Yokohama is $156. 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 Luang Prabang and Yokohama in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLuang Prabang $5.60Yokohama $72
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLuang Prabang $11Yokohama $144
Compare Hotels in Luang Prabang and Yokohama
Looking for a hotel in Luang Prabang or Yokohama? 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: Luang Prabang Hotel Prices and Yokohama Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Luang Prabang $2.07Yokohama $21
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Luang Prabang
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Luang Prabang are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$2.31
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Luang Prabang
Also for Luang Prabang, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From 3-Day Oudomxay Town Trip with Transfers: $580
- LPQ Airport: Private Transfer to/from Luang Prabang City: $20
- Luang Prabang Private Airport transfers: $9.00
- 2-Day Private Tour with Airport Transfers: $165
- 2D Transfer to Huay Xai by Slow Boat: $61
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yokohama
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yokohama:
- Morning Transfer, Haneda Airport⇒Hakone, Mt. Fuji, Nikko: $419
- Private Transfer to/from Narita Airport (NRT): $347
- Tokyo private transfer for Yokohama Port: $242
- Tokyo to/from Yokohama private transfer service.: $229
- Yokohama Port: Private Transfer from/to Haneda Airport: $210
- Tokyo: Private One-Way Transfer to/from Yokohama Port: $203
- Private Transfer from Tokyo City to Narita Airport Vice Versa: $194
- Yokohama Cruise Port to Narita Airport NRT - Private Transfer : $147
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Cruise Port to Tokyo: $147
- Shuttle Van Transfer, Haneda, Narita and Tokyo⇒Yokohama City: $132
- Yokohama City: Private transfer to/from Haneda Airport: $128
- Yokohama ⇆ Tokyo, Narita & Haneda Airport Private Transfer: $127
Is it cheaper to fly into Luang Prabang or Yokohama?
Prices for flights to both Yokohama and Luang Prabang 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 dayLuang Prabang $9.25Yokohama $66
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Luang Prabang
For Luang Prabang, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Luang Prabang Local Market and Morning Food Tour with Drinks: $39
- Bamboo Weaving Workshop & Cooking Class: $44
- Day-time Bamboo weaving & Cooking Classes join-in: $44
- Luangprabang: Dinner with Lao Traditional Dance Performance: $45
- Mekong Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $45
- Cooking Class at the Former Royal Palace: $45
- Prabang Plates Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $45
- Mekong Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $46
- Laos: Prabang Plates Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $46
- Evening Bamboo weaving & Cooking classes join-in: $47
- Mekong River Sunset & Lao Tasting Dinner: $49
- Evening Cooking Class & Local Baci Ceremony: $51
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yokohama
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Yokohama.
- Tokyo: Shinjuku Local Eats, Street Food Tour & Culture Walk: $25
- TAKOYAKI Cooking Class with All-you-can-drink in Tokyo, Roppongi: $60
- Private Local Food Tour in Ginza and Shinbashi: $62
- DIY Sushi Cooking Class at Izakaya in Yokohama: $68
- Yokohama Manga Art & Japanese Cooking Experience: $81
- Sushi & Gyoza Cooking with Matcha Experience: $81
- 3-Hour Shared Halal-Friendly Japanese Cooking Class in Tokyo: $85
- Miso Ramen Gyoza and Matcha Cooking Class Professional Teacher: $100
- Sakuragicho/Noge Walking & Local Food Tour: $134
- Tokyo: Best Ginza Food Tour at 3 Local Eateries: $150
- Traditional Japanese Home Cooking from a Chef in Shibuya: $171
- Experience Izakaya With A Mini Food Tour Of Tokyo: $172
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Luang Prabang $2.66Yokohama $31
Tours and Activities in Luang Prabang
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Luang Prabang.
- Shuttle Bus ticket to Kuang Si Waterfalls: $8.00
- Farm Tour and Buffalo Buffet Adventure: $9.00
- Audio-Guided City Tour in Electric Car: $14
- Laos Railway: Train Tickets Easily - Skip the Lines - No worries : $30
- Kuang Si Waterfalls and Hmong Village Half-Day Tour: $30
- Small Group Half Day Luang Prabang city tour: $30
- Sunset Cruise Luang Prabang: $35
- Unwind with a Sunset Cruise on the Mekong River: $35
- UNESCO World Heritage City Highlights Tour: $35
- Full day / Half Day Kayaking and Pak Ou Caves with optional sunset cruise: $41
- From Guided Mountain Bike Tour with Lunch: $42
- Kayak Tour to Pak Ou Caves: $43
Tours and Activities in Yokohama
Here are a few actual costs in Yokohama for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Shunga Tour and Host Club Experience: $56
- 'Feel Yokohama!'Private tour in English: $108
- “akira bike scene” metropolitan expressway motor cycle tour: $201
- "Heart of Yokohama" Walking: Experience Hill Area: $47
- 120-Minutes Cosplay Adventure Anime Character in Kabukicho: $104
- 3 Hours Private Edo Tokyo Shinjuku Entertainment Tour: $34
- Authentic Sumo Experience in Tokyo : Enter the Sanctuary: $178
- Best of Tokyo Private Tour for Yokohama Cruise Passengers: $123
- Casual Japanese SAKE tasting and snack experience in Kabukicho: $41
- Chef's Choice Sushi & Tempura Luxury Foodie Tour in Ginza: $221
- Cherry Blossom Boat tour in Yokohama, Minato Mirai: $41
- Cherry Blossom Viewing from a Boat: Tour in Yokohama Minato Mirai: $55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLuang Prabang $1.78Yokohama $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Yokohama
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Yokohama:
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: $26
- Tokyo Roppongi Burlesque show: $41
- Tantra Tokyo Burlesque Show Club: $69
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Luang Prabang and Yokohama, we can see that Yokohama is more expensive. And not only is Luang Prabang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Luang Prabang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Luang Prabang 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 Yokohama would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yokohama than you might in Luang Prabang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Luang Prabang Expensive? and Is Yokohama Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Luang Prabang or Yokohama?
Yokohama has a larger population, and is about 80 times larger than the population of Luang Prabang. When comparing the sizes of Luang Prabang and Yokohama, 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.
When is the best time to visit Luang Prabang or Yokohama?
Yokohama has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Luang Prabang experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Luang Prabang or Yokohama in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Luang Prabang as well as Yokohama. Luang Prabang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Yokohama this time of year.
Luang Prabang is a little warmer than Yokohama in the summer. The daily temperature in Luang Prabang averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Yokohama fluctuates around 25°C (78°F).
It's quite rainy in Yokohama. Luang Prabang receives a lot of rain in the summer. Luang Prabang usually gets more rain in July than Yokohama. Luang Prabang gets 228 mm (9 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLuang Prabang 28°C (82°F)Yokohama 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Luang Prabang or Yokohama in the Autumn?
Both Yokohama and Luang Prabang are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Luang Prabang throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Yokohama for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Luang Prabang is a little warmer than Yokohama. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Luang Prabang in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Yokohama averages at about 18°C (64°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Yokohama. It's quite rainy in Luang Prabang. In October, Luang Prabang usually receives less rain than Yokohama. Luang Prabang gets 126 mm (5 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 175 mm (6.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLuang Prabang 26°C (79°F)Yokohama 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Luang Prabang or Yokohama in the Winter?
Both Yokohama and Luang Prabang during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Luang Prabang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, many visitors come to Yokohama in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Luang Prabang is generally much warmer than Yokohama. Daily temperatures in Luang Prabang average around 21°C (70°F), and Yokohama fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
Luang Prabang usually gets less rain in January than Yokohama. Luang Prabang gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLuang Prabang 21°C (70°F)Yokohama 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Luang Prabang or Yokohama in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Luang Prabang and Yokohama. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Luang Prabang year-round. Furthermore, most visitors come to Yokohama for the activities around the city during these months.
Luang Prabang is much warmer than Yokohama in the spring. The daily temperature in Luang Prabang averages around 28°C (82°F) in April, and Yokohama fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Yokohama receives a lot of rain in the spring. Luang Prabang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Luang Prabang usually receives less rain than Yokohama. Luang Prabang gets 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 145 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLuang Prabang 28°C (82°F)Yokohama 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Yokohama and Luang Prabang
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Mar | 26°C (79°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| May | 29°C (84°F) | 147 mm (5.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 228 mm (9 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 289 mm (11.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 126 mm (5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 175 mm (6.9 in) |
| Nov | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Dec | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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.