Which place is cheaper, Tauranga or Pyeongchang?
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 Pyeongchang or Tauranga?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Pyeongchang or Tauranga, 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: Pyeongchang or Tauranga?
Pyeongchang
Pyeongchang is a county of South Korea situated in the Taebaek Mountains in Gangwon Province. A popular location for winter sports, it was chosen as the host city for the 2018 Winter Olympics. Other attractions include Buddhist temples, parks, villages, and natural scenery.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Seoul, The Best 10-Day Tours from Seoul, The Best Adventure Tours to New Zealand, and The Best Eco Tours in New Zealand.
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Pyeongchang Prices
South Korea PricesTauranga Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPyeongchang $133Tauranga $118
The average daily cost (per person) in Pyeongchang is $133, 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 Pyeongchang and Tauranga in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPyeongchang $61Tauranga $74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPyeongchang $122Tauranga $148
Compare Hotels in Pyeongchang and Tauranga
Looking for a hotel in Pyeongchang 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.
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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: Pyeongchang Hotel Prices and Tauranga Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pyeongchang $24Tauranga $6.75
Is it cheaper to fly into Pyeongchang or Tauranga?
Prices for flights to both Tauranga and Pyeongchang 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 dayPyeongchang $47Tauranga $37
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pyeongchang $50Tauranga $10
Tours and Activities in Pyeongchang
For Pyeongchang, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Balwangsan Cable Car & Samyang Ranch One Day Tour: $78
- Alpensia 2D1N Ski Lift Tour: $141
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
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPyeongchang $8.69Tauranga $10
When comparing the travel costs between Pyeongchang and Tauranga, we can see that Pyeongchang is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Pyeongchang is in Asia and Tauranga is in Pacific, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pyeongchang Expensive? and Is Tauranga Expensive?.
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.