A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Nanchang vs. Tauranga for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Nanchang or Tauranga?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Nanchang and Tauranga can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Nanchang or Tauranga?

Nanchang

Capital of Jiangxi Province, Nanchang is a city of southern China with a significant history. Landmarks like the Tengwang Pavilion represent the city's distant past, while its nickname - "the city of Heroes" - comes from the 1927 Nanchang Uprising when the Communist Party began. Today the city serves as a center for politics, economy, culture, science, education, commerce, and transportation.

Tauranga

Tauranga is a city on the North Island of New Zealand. It is situated on the western side of the Bay of Plenty, which is on the east coast of the island. Its population of 130,000 makes it the fifth largest city in the country. Tauranga is a Maori word translated roughly to 'a sheltered anchorage'. This makes sense as the town is located near a very large harbor and protected by Matakana Island. Mount Maunganui is at the headland of the town and regarded as a suburb of Tauranga. The beach at Mt Maunganui is a surfing hot spot. The climate is mostly warm and dry because of the town's sheltered position.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China, The Best Adventure Tours to New Zealand, and The Best Eco Tours in New Zealand.


Which place is cheaper, Tauranga or Nanchang?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Nanchang is $83, while the average daily cost in Tauranga is $118. 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 Nanchang and Tauranga in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Nanchang $20
    Tauranga $74
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Nanchang $40
    Tauranga $148
Compare Hotels in Nanchang and Tauranga

Looking for a hotel in Nanchang or Tauranga? 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.

Hotels in Nanchang


Hotels in Tauranga


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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: Tauranga Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Nanchang $11
    Tauranga $6.75

Is it cheaper to fly into Nanchang or Tauranga?

Prices for flights to both Tauranga and Nanchang 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Nanchang $56
    Tauranga $37

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Nanchang $4.63
    Tauranga $10

Tours and Activities in Tauranga

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Tauranga are as follows:

  • 6hr Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - Departs Tauranga: $155
  • 7 Hours Te Puia Rotorua Tour from Tauranga with Concert: $164
  • Boutique tour , Mt Maunganui, NZ farm, Rotorua lakes/geothermal : $138
  • From Dolphin and Wildlife Cruise: $102
  • From Half-Day Swimming with Dolphins Tour: $97
  • Guided Māori History and Culture Tour to Rotorua and Tauranga: $143
  • Half Day Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise - Tauranga: $104
  • Hobbiton movie set tour and a lot more beautiful NZ sights: $240
  • Katikati Avocado Adventure: $35
  • Mount Maunganui: Hot Ocean Water Pools Entry Ticket: $16
  • New Zealand Tauranga Tour with Transportation and Snacks: $75
  • Ports of Tauranga/Rotorua/Tga - 6 Hours Rotorua Highlights Tour: $119

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Nanchang $6.41
    Tauranga $10


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nanchang and Tauranga, we can see that Tauranga is more expensive. And not only is Nanchang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nanchang is in Asia and Tauranga is in Pacific, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Nanchang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nanchang 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 Tauranga would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tauranga than you might in Nanchang.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nanchang Expensive? and Is Tauranga Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Nanchang or Tauranga?

Nanchang has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Tauranga. When comparing the sizes of Nanchang and Tauranga, 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.