Which place is cheaper, Koyasan or Xiamen?
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 Xiamen or Koyasan?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Xiamen and Koyasan 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: Xiamen or Koyasan?
Xiamen
Xiamen is a coastal city in the Fujian Province of China and has been a major port city and gateway to China for centuries. This vibrant and modern city was named the most livable city in the world in 2002 and one of the first cities to be named a Special Economic Zone. Xiamen is best known for being home to Gulangyu Island, a beautiful island full of historic colonial buildings and lovely walking paths.
Koyasan
Mount Koya, Japan is a mountain city located just south of Osaka in the Wakayama prefecture. The area is known as the headquarters of the Shingnon sect of Japanese Buddhism and was first settled in 816. Over time, it has developed into the small town of Koya that is now home to a religious studies university and over 100 temples, many of which offer accommodation.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China, The Best Historical Tours in China, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Japan, and The Best Historical Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayXiamen $84Koyasan $95
The average daily cost (per person) in Xiamen is $84, while the average daily cost in Koyasan is $95. 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 Xiamen and Koyasan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personXiamen $31Koyasan $41
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomXiamen $62Koyasan $82
Compare Hotels in Xiamen and Koyasan
Looking for a hotel in Xiamen or Koyasan? 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: Koyasan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Xiamen $6.08Koyasan $34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Xiamen
Also for Xiamen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Service between Xiamen City and Yongding Hakka Tulou : $115
- Private Arrival Transfer from Gaoqi Airport to Xiamen City Hotel: $10
- Private Transfer Between Xiamen City and HongKeng Hakka Tulou Cluster: $89
- Private Transfer Service between Xiamen and Anxi : $89
- Private Transfer between Xiamen City and Hui'an county in Quanzhou: $89
- Private Transfer between Xiamen City and Tianluokeng Tulou Cluster : $89
- Private Transfer from Xiamen North Railway Station to City Area: $19
- Private Transfer to Gaobei Tulou and Hongkeng Tulou from Xiamen City: $98
- Private Transfer to Gaobei Tulou and Yunshuiyao Village from Xiamen City: $98
- Private Transfer to Hongkeng Tulou and Yunshuiyao Village from Xiamen City: $98
- Private Transfer to Tianluokeng Tulou and Hekeng Hakka Tulou from Xiamen City : $98
- Private Transfer to Tianluokeng and HekengHakka Tulou fromXiamen: $90
Is it cheaper to fly into Xiamen or Koyasan?
Prices for flights to both Koyasan and Xiamen 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 dayXiamen $46Koyasan $34
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Xiamen $16Koyasan $14
Tours and Activities in Xiamen
For Xiamen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Sailing & Sea Experience.: $22
- Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple & Luoyang Bridge Tour: $70
- Xiamen Private English Tour Guide Service: $93
- Xiamen Private Half Day Tour of Gulangyu Island and Shuzhuang Garden: $97
- A Night Tour to Xiamen Gulang Island: $100
- 4-Hour Xiamen Private Local Food Market Experience: $103
- 4-hour Xiamen Private Flexible Tour in Your Way: $115
- 4-Hour Xiamen Private Shore Excursion Tour in Your Way: $121
- Shanghai Metro Tour: $127
- Xiamen Layover Day Tour-Gulangyu,Shuzhuang Garden And Piano Museum: $132
- Xiamen Half-Day Private Tour include Gulang Yu Island and Garden : $135
- Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Yunshuiyao Ancient Village from Xiamen: $140
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayXiamen $17Koyasan $5.07
When comparing the travel costs between Xiamen and Koyasan, we can see that Koyasan 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. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Xiamen Expensive? and Is Koyasan Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Xiamen or Koyasan?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Xiamen or Koyasan in the Summer?
Both Koyasan and Xiamen during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Koyasan for the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Xiamen is generally around the same temperature as Koyasan. Daily temperatures in Xiamen average around 30°C (86°F), and Koyasan fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
Koyasan gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Xiamen. Xiamen usually gets less rain in July than Koyasan. Xiamen gets 140 mm (5.5 in) of rain, while Koyasan receives 156 mm (6.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyXiamen 30°C (86°F)Koyasan 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Xiamen or Koyasan in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Xiamen and Koyasan. Also, many visitors come to Koyasan in the autumn for the hiking trails, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.
Xiamen is a little warmer than Koyasan in the autumn. The daily temperature in Xiamen averages around 25°C (77°F) in October, and Koyasan fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
Koyasan receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Xiamen usually receives less rain than Koyasan. Xiamen gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Koyasan receives 105 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberXiamen 25°C (77°F)Koyasan 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Xiamen or Koyasan in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Xiamen as well as Koyasan. Also, most visitors come to Koyasan for the museums and the cuisine during these months.
In the winter, Xiamen is much warmer than Koyasan. Typically, the winter temperatures in Xiamen in January average around 14°C (58°F), and Koyasan averages at about 6°C (42°F).
Xiamen usually gets less rain in January than Koyasan. Xiamen gets 37 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Koyasan receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryXiamen 14°C (58°F)Koyasan 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Xiamen or Koyasan in the Spring?
Both Koyasan and Xiamen are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Koyasan because of the small town charm and the natural beauty.
In April, Xiamen is generally a little warmer than Koyasan. Daily temperatures in Xiamen average around 20°C (69°F), and Koyasan fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Koyasan. It's quite rainy in Xiamen. In April, Xiamen usually receives more rain than Koyasan. Xiamen gets 147 mm (5.8 in) of rain, while Koyasan receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilXiamen 20°C (69°F)Koyasan 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Koyasan and Xiamen
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (58°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (69°F) | 147 mm (5.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| May | 24°C (76°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 197 mm (7.7 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 208 mm (8.2 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 156 mm (6.1 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (85°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 162 mm (6.4 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (69°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 35 mm (1.4 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.