Which place is cheaper, Buenos Aires, Argentina or Yangshuo?
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 Yangshuo or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
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 Yangshuo and Buenos Aires, Argentina can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Yangshuo or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Yangshuo
A county of the city, Guilin, Yangshuo is located in a region famous for its karst topography. Surrounded by jagged mountain peaks and bordered on one side by the Li River, Yangshuo has become a popular home base for tourists looking to explore the region's natural wonders. Backpackers and tourists, both foreign and domestic, come to Yangshuo every year making it a city of many cultures. Most locals are even able to speak English, which is fairly uncommon for Chinese cities.
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Buenos Aires, federal capital of Argentina, also known as "The City of Tango", is best known for its energetic and unpredictable character. Like a restless child, Buenos Aires is a dynamic and modern city full of surprises. While its French-style palaces, rooftop restaurants, wide avenues and green plazas resemble European-style architecture, Buenos Aires preserves its musical, literary and culinary traditions. You can't miss dining in front of a Tango show, walking around the colourful streets of La Boca and visiting the renowned Recoleta Cemetery, designed by Argentina's most important architects and home to hundreds of illustrious corpses.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to China, The Best Tours for Seniors to China, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Buenos Aires, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Buenos Aires.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayYangshuo $86Buenos Aires, Argentina $56
The average daily cost (per person) in Yangshuo is $86, while the average daily cost in Buenos Aires, Argentina is $56. 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 Yangshuo and Buenos Aires, Argentina in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYangshuo $26Buenos Aires, Argentina $40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYangshuo $52Buenos Aires, Argentina $80
Compare Hotels in Yangshuo and Buenos Aires, Argentina
Looking for a hotel in Yangshuo or Buenos Aires, Argentina? 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: Buenos Aires, Argentina Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Yangshuo $43Buenos Aires, Argentina $2.10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangshuo
Also for Yangshuo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Transfer 3 hours Private Tour: $89
- From Rock Climbing with Transfer Private (3 hours): $69
- Guilin Private Transfer in English-speaking Services: Between Airport & Yangshuo: $106
- Guilin: Li River Cruise with Transfer to Yangshuo: $80
- Impression Liu Sanjie - Ticket Booking (including Round-trip Transfer): $62
- Private Airport Transfer: Yangshuo Hotel to Guilin Liangjiang Airport: $45
- Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin Train Stations: $49
- Private Impression Sanjie Liu Evening Show with Hotel Transfer: $88
- Private One Way Transfer Service to Guilin City Hotel or Airport from Yangshuo: $48
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Longsheng hotel: $107
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Guilin hotel: $37
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo(Xingping) Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina:
- Private City Tour & Transfer to the International Airport: $250
- Private Transfer Aeroparque J. Newbery Airport In Buenos Aires: $245
- Private Transfer Cruise Port In Buenos Aires: $233
- Rojo Tango Show with Optional Private Transfers in Buenos Aires: $215
- Executive Van Transfer: Ezeiza Airport (EZE) – Buenos Aires: $210
- Querandi Tango show Vip with private transfer: $210
- LOCAL AIRPORT TRANSFER (AEP) ROUND TRIP with english speaking driver: $200
- Buenos Aires Private Tour + Transfer to Airport: $199
- Buenos Aires Exp. Winery Gamboa Tasting and Lunch and Transfer: $180
- Buenos Aires Shore Excursion: Asado Experience with Port Transfer: $180
- Soccer Match in Buenos Aires with Transfers and Local Guide: $171
- One Way Private Transfer Ezeiza to/from Palermo Hotels: $170
Is it cheaper to fly into Yangshuo or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Prices for flights to both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Yangshuo 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 dayYangshuo $33Buenos Aires, Argentina $7.60
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yangshuo
For Yangshuo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Yangshuo Cooking Class with Market Trip: $45
- Full-day Cultural Experience: Taichi, Cooking & Painting Lessons: $100
- The impression Liu sanjie show and local dinner in town : $145
- Combo Impression Sanjie Liu Show and Authentic Cooking Experience: $199
- Yangshuo Full Day Tour: Cooking class, River boat, Light Show: $259
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
- Esquina Homero Manzi Tango Show with Optional Transfer and Dinner: $25
- Tango Porteño Show with Optional Dinner and Tango Lesson: $31
- Madero Tango Dance Show with Dinner on Demand: $32
- Tango Porteño with Optional Dinner: $35
- Chacarita Walking Tour - Spooky Cemetery, History & Pizza: $38
- Tango Show and Dinner at: Tango Porteño: $40
- Tango Porteño Show in Buenos Aires (with optional dinner): $43
- Tango Show at Tango Porteño with Optional Dinner: $44
- Dinner at Arte de Mafia, Mafioso Theme Restaurant in Palermo: $44
- Early Tango Dinner Show with Optional Traditional Bus Transfer: $46
- El Aljibe Tango Show in Buenos Aires with Optional Dinner: $47
- Exclusive Italian Lunch or Dinner at Puny Pasta and Grill: $50
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Yangshuo $24Buenos Aires, Argentina $30
Tours and Activities in Yangshuo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Yangshuo.
- Impression Sanjie Liu Show Ticket: $45
- Impression Sanjie Liu Show Ticket: $45
- Impression Sanjie Liu Show Ticket Booking : $45
- Yangshuo Impression Liusanjie Show Ticket: $45
- Impression Liusanjie Show Ticket: $48
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata Ticket: $49
- Yulong River Bamboo Rafting Experience: $52
- Yangshuo Ruyi peak & round way cable car ticket: $55
- Yangshuo Walking Day Tour: $56
- Half/Full-Day Yangshuo Countryside Moderate Cycling and Sightseeing Private Tour: $60
- Ticket of Impression Sanjie Liu Show: $62
- Amphibious Off-Road Biking Experience: $67
Tours and Activities in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Here are a few actual costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Buenos Aires Private City Tour Designed for Seniors: $250
- E-Scooter Tour: Recoleta, Palermo & Downtown + Local Flavors: $69
- Football Matchday In Argentina (Ticket+Transport+Guide): $130
- Private City Tour with Local Gastronomy: $120
- Private Full Day City Tour by Iconic Buenos Aires: $300
- Small Group Walking Tour: Urban Art Palermo: $50
- "SAILING TOUR: Tango and Choripan (typical Argentine food) : $300
- 100% Gaucho Experience in a Traditional Estancia: $262
- 2 Hour Tour in Buenos Aires Parisina : $43
- 2 Hours Football and Street Art Walking Tour in Buenos Aires : $30
- 2 Hours Private Tour in Buenos Aires: $127
- 2 hrs. Walking Tour in San Telmo & Market : $13
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYangshuo $34Buenos Aires, Argentina $9.27
Sample the Local Flavors in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Also in Buenos Aires, Argentina, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Buenos Aires Full City Tour with Wine Tasting and Stops: $37
- Boutique Wine Tasting: A Unique Experience in Buenos Aires: $45
- BA: Wine Tasting and Blending Experience in Palermo : $51
- BA: Small Group Wine Tasting and Blending in Palermo: $54
- Wine tasting in OASIS Palermo: $55
- Buenos Aires Small-Group Wine Tasting: $55
- Buenos Aires Premium Wine Tasting: $58
- Malbec Wine Tasting at Boutique Hotel in Palermo: $59
- Private argentinian wine tasting in downtown : $61
- Wine Tasting at Encuentro Nativo a Historic Tenement in Caminito: $63
- Wine Tasting in Palermo, City of Buenos Aires.: $65
- Premium Wine Tasting in Buenos Aires: $85
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Yangshuo and Buenos Aires, Argentina, we can see that Yangshuo is more expensive. And not only is Buenos Aires, Argentina much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Yangshuo is in Asia and Buenos Aires, Argentina is in South America, 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 Buenos Aires, Argentina would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Buenos Aires, Argentina 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 Yangshuo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yangshuo than you might in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Yangshuo Expensive? and Is Buenos Aires, Argentina Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Yangshuo or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Buenos Aires, Argentina has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Yangshuo. When comparing the sizes of Yangshuo and Buenos Aires, Argentina, 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 Yangshuo or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Buenos Aires, Argentina is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Yangshuo has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Yangshuo or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Yangshuo as well as Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Yangshuo is a little warmer than Buenos Aires, Argentina in the summer. The daily temperature in Yangshuo averages around 30°C (86°F) in July, and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 25°C (77°F)in January.
It's quite rainy in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Yangshuo receives a lot of rain in the summer. Yangshuo usually gets more rain in July than Buenos Aires, Argentinain January. Yangshuo gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 118 mm (4.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryYangshuo 30°C (86°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Autumn?
Both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Yangshuo are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In the autumn, Yangshuo is a little warmer than Buenos Aires, Argentina. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Yangshuo in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina averages at about 18°C (65°F)in April.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Buenos Aires, Argentina. In October, Yangshuo usually receives less rain than Buenos Aires, Argentinain April. Yangshuo gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilYangshuo 23°C (73°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Winter?
Both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Yangshuo during the winter are popular places to visit.
In January, Yangshuo is generally cooler than Buenos Aires, Argentinain July. Daily temperatures in Yangshuo average around 10°C (49°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
Yangshuo usually gets less rain in January than Buenos Aires, Argentinain July. Yangshuo gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyYangshuo 10°C (49°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Yangshuo and Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Yangshuo is a little warmer than Buenos Aires, Argentina in the spring. The daily temperature in Yangshuo averages around 20°C (68°F) in April, and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 18°C (64°F)in October.
Buenos Aires, Argentina receives a lot of rain in the spring. Yangshuo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Yangshuo usually receives more rain than Buenos Aires, Argentinain October. Yangshuo gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberYangshuo 20°C (68°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Buenos Aires, Argentina and Yangshuo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
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