Which place is cheaper, Hangzhou or Tanah Rata?
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 Tanah Rata or Hangzhou?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Hangzhou? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Tanah Rata or Hangzhou?
Tanah Rata
Tanah Rata is one of the main tourist towns in the Cameron Highlands. The Cameron Highlands are in western Malaysia and are a popular retreat for Malaysian residents and international travelers alike. The area's higher elevation offers an often much needed break from the country's oppressive heat. It also has a beautiful setting that is rich in agriculture and has rolling hills that are beautifully covered in tea plantations. Tanah Rata has many of the area's tourist amenities. ATMS, banks, and the area's main hospital are all found in town. For some, the area feels too touristy, but if you linger longer, and explore on your own, you can easily escape the mass tourism and see the area for what it is.
Hangzhou
Hangzhou is a city in Eastern China, about an hour by train from Shanghai, renowned for its historic relics and natural beauty. Each year it attracts more than 20 million tourists who come to see what the city has to offer. Set amongst the natural scenery of lakes and mountains, Hangzhou is modern city that coexists with the old. Historic pagodas and cultural sites built around the central lake sit like they belong amidst the skyscrapers and bustling markets of today.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Malaysia, The Best 2-Week Tours in Malaysia, The Best Adventure Tours to China, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in China.
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Tanah Rata Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTanah Rata $192Hangzhou $80
The average daily cost (per person) in Tanah Rata is $192, while the average daily cost in Hangzhou is $80. 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 Tanah Rata and Hangzhou in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTanah Rata $76Hangzhou $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTanah Rata $152Hangzhou $48
Compare Hotels in Tanah Rata and Hangzhou
Looking for a hotel in Tanah Rata or Hangzhou? 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: Tanah Rata Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tanah Rata $33Hangzhou $8.24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tanah Rata
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Tanah Rata:
- Cameron Highland to KUL Hotel (One Way Transfer): $153
- Cameron Highland to Kuala Besut Jetty One Way SIC Transfer: $154
- Cameron Highlands City To Kuala Lumpur City Transfer: $94
- Cameron Highlands City to Kuala Lumpur City One-way Transfer: $92
- Cameron Highlands Hotels to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $94
- Cameron Highlands to Ipoh Hotel Transfer: $65
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur Airport Departure Transfer: $110
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $93
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $93
- CameronHighland CityHotel to KualaLumpur Airport One-way Transfer: $109
- Chauffeur: Cameron Highlands to Singapore Van Transfer: $125
- Departure Transfer from Cameron Highland to KLIA/KLIA2: $169
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hangzhou
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Hangzhou:
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Local Bus for Two$0.56
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hangzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hangzhou:
- Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport Private Arrival Transfer to City Area : $29
- 2-Day Putuo Mountain Self-Guided Tour from Hangzhou by Private Transfer: $282
- Enduring Memories of Hangzhou West Lake Show VIP Ticket with Private Transfer: $128
- Hangzhou Downtown transfer to Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport: $35
- Hangzhou Private Transfer to Shanghai with Drop-off Options : $131
- Hangzhou Private Transfer to Shanghai with stop-over at Wuzhen Water Town: $167
- Hangzhou Private Transfer: City Hotels to Railway Station: $28
- Hangzhou Railway Station Private Arrival Transfer to City Area : $29
- Hangzhou West Lake Impression Ticket with Private Transfer: $122
- Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport TransferTo Shanghai Pudong Airport: $140
- Hangzhou Xiaoshan Int'l Airport Private Departure Transfer from City Area : $29
- Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport Private Transfer to QianDao Lake : $131
Is it cheaper to fly into Tanah Rata or Hangzhou?
Prices for flights to both Hangzhou and Tanah Rata 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 dayTanah Rata $87Hangzhou $31
Typical Food Prices in Tanah Rata
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Tanah Rata:
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Dinner for Two$6.42
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Dessert$0.71
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Lunch$4.52
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Afternoon tea$4.40
Typical Food Prices in Hangzhou
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hangzhou:
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Breakfast Pastries$2.38
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Pizza Hut Lunch$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hangzhou
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hangzhou.
- All Inclusive Night Tour with Impression West Lake Show VIP Ticket and Dinner: $117
- Hangzhou One Day Local Food Tour: $124
- Private Amazing Hangzhou Airport Layover Tour with Lunch or Dinner Option : $170
- Xitang Water Town Private Night Tour from Hangzhou with Dinner: $203
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tanah Rata $39Hangzhou $20
Typical Entertainment Prices in Tanah Rata
Here are a few typical costs in Tanah Rata for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Tea Factory Visit$6.42
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Tour of Orang Asli Village$24
Tours and Activities in Tanah Rata
Here are a few actual costs in Tanah Rata for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Cameron Highlands: Mossy Forest Tour: $30
- Cameron Highlands Sightseing Tour: $35
- Cameron Highlands Full Day Join in Tour: $49
- Cameron Highlands: Agro Tour: $61
- Cameron Highlands Full Day Tour: $75
- Cameron Highlands City to Kuala Lumpur Airport EN-ROUTE Batu Caves Tour: $109
- Cameron Highlands City Hotels to Kuala Lumpur Airport EN-ROUTE Batu Caves Tour: $110
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur International Airport EN-ROUTE Batu Caves Tour: $110
- Cameron Highlands Private Sightseeing Tour : $211
- Special Cameron Highlands ~ Day tour;Solo;Couple;Group: $292
Tours and Activities in Hangzhou
Here are a few actual costs in Hangzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Fei Lai Peak (Lingyin Temple) E-Ticket: $12
- Hangzhou Ghost Market Adventure: Antique Hunt & Bargain Tour: $40
- The Key to Zhejiang Culture – Guided Museum Tour: $45
- A Local Breakfast Experience and TCM visit: $46
- Hangzhou Bites: Local Guided Market Tour: $49
- Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour : $53
- Best Price: Impression West Lake Show Ticket: $59
- Skip the Line: Impression West Lake Show Ticket: $65
- Zhejiang University Guided Campus Tour: $65
- Skip the Line Impression West Lake VIP Seat Ticket: $75
- Zuiyi Hangzhou Impression West Lake Show Ticket: $75
- Jiaxing Wuzhen East and West Day Tour from Hangzhou: $80
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTanah Rata $21Hangzhou $10
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tanah Rata and Hangzhou, we can see that Tanah Rata is more expensive. And not only is Hangzhou much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hangzhou would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hangzhou 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 Tanah Rata would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tanah Rata than you might in Hangzhou.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tanah Rata Expensive? and Is Hangzhou Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tanah Rata or Hangzhou?
Hangzhou has a larger population, and is about 270 times larger than the population of Tanah Rata. When comparing the sizes of Tanah Rata and Hangzhou, 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 Tanah Rata or Hangzhou?
Hangzhou has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Tanah Rata experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Hangzhou in the Summer?
Both Hangzhou and Tanah Rata are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tanah Rata throughout the year.
In July, Tanah Rata is generally around the same temperature as Hangzhou. Daily temperatures in Tanah Rata average around 27°C (81°F), and Hangzhou fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Hangzhou. In July, Tanah Rata usually receives less rain than Hangzhou. Tanah Rata gets 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Hangzhou receives 129 mm (5.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTanah Rata 27°C (81°F)Hangzhou 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Hangzhou in the Autumn?
Both Hangzhou and Tanah Rata during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Tanah Rata because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Tanah Rata is a little warmer than Hangzhou in the autumn. The daily temperature in Tanah Rata averages around 27°C (81°F) in October, and Hangzhou fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Tanah Rata. Tanah Rata usually gets more rain in October than Hangzhou. Tanah Rata gets 237 mm (9.3 in) of rain, while Hangzhou receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTanah Rata 27°C (81°F)Hangzhou 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Hangzhou in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Tanah Rata and Hangzhou. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tanah Rata year-round.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Hangzhou. In the winter, Tanah Rata is much warmer than Hangzhou. Typically, the winter temperatures in Tanah Rata in January average around 27°C (80°F), and Hangzhou averages at about 5°C (41°F).
Tanah Rata gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Tanah Rata usually receives more rain than Hangzhou. Tanah Rata gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Hangzhou receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTanah Rata 27°C (80°F)Hangzhou 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Tanah Rata or Hangzhou in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Tanah Rata as well as Hangzhou. Tanah Rata attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Tanah Rata is generally much warmer than Hangzhou. Daily temperatures in Tanah Rata average around 28°C (82°F), and Hangzhou fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
It's quite rainy in Hangzhou. Tanah Rata receives a lot of rain in the spring. Tanah Rata usually gets more rain in April than Hangzhou. Tanah Rata gets 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain, while Hangzhou receives 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTanah Rata 28°C (82°F)Hangzhou 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Hangzhou and Tanah Rata
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 88 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 126 mm (5 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 270 mm (10.6 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
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