Which place is cheaper, Byron Bay 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 Byron Bay?
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 Byron Bay can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Yangshuo or Byron Bay?
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.
Byron Bay
South of Brisbane, off the Pacific Highway, is the coastal town of Byron Bay. It is close to Cape Byron, which is the easternmost point in mainland Australia. Byron Bay makes its way onto most traveler's itineraries because of its wonderful beach activities. The area is world famous for its waves, making it popular with surfers, but it also has incredible scuba diving, whale watching, and a generally relaxed atmosphere. The area continues to rise in popularity with travelers and as such, amenities and facilities are popping up everywhere.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to China, The Best Tours for Seniors to China, The Best Walking Tours in Australia, and The Best Eco Tours in Australia.
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Yangshuo Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayYangshuo $86Byron Bay $175
The average daily cost (per person) in Yangshuo is $86, while the average daily cost in Byron Bay is $175. 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 Byron Bay in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYangshuo $26Byron Bay $67
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYangshuo $52Byron Bay $134
Compare Hotels in Yangshuo and Byron Bay
Looking for a hotel in Yangshuo or Byron Bay? 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: Byron Bay Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Yangshuo $43Byron Bay $32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangshuo
Also for Yangshuo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo(Xingping) Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $21
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Guilin hotel: $37
- Private Airport Transfer: Yangshuo Hotel to Guilin Liangjiang Airport: $45
- Private One Way Transfer Service to Guilin City Hotel or Airport from Yangshuo: $48
- Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin Train Stations: $49
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Yangshuo hotel: $56
- Impression Liu Sanjie - Ticket Booking (including Round-trip Transfer): $62
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Xingping hotel: $67
- From Rock Climbing with Transfer Private (3 hours): $69
- Guilin: Li River Cruise with Transfer to Yangshuo: $80
- Private Impression Sanjie Liu Evening Show with Hotel Transfer: $88
- From Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Transfer 3 hours Private Tour: $89
Is it cheaper to fly into Yangshuo or Byron Bay?
Prices for flights to both Byron Bay 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 $33Byron Bay $83
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
Typical Food Prices in Byron Bay
Some typical examples of dining costs in Byron Bay are as follows:
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Dinner at Olivo (for 2)$59
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Byron Bay
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Byron Bay.
- Bangalow Native Bush Food Tour: $50
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Yangshuo $24Byron Bay $36
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Byron Bay
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Byron Bay are as follows:
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Buddha Gardens Spa (for 2)$124
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Surf Lesson$43
Tours and Activities in Byron Bay
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Byron Bay are as follows:
- Tandem Skydive Experience : $280
- Beyond Byron Hinterland Tour: $147
- Brisbane: Byron Bay Day Tour - Lighthouse Sunset & The Farm: $125
- Broken Head Aboriginal Tour: $50
- Broken Head Aboriginal Tour: $50
- Byron Bay Dolphin Tour - Ocean Safari: $64
- Byron Bay Half-Day Tour: $65
- Byron Bay Lighthouse Aboriginal Tour: $66
- Byron Bay Lighthouse Aboriginal Tour: $65
- Byron Bay Private Bike Tour : $50
- Byron Bay Wild Koala Tour: $85
- Byron Bay and Burleigh Heads Private Tour from Brisbane: $959
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYangshuo $34Byron Bay $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Byron Bay
Also in Byron Bay, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Arvo Session Brewery and Distillery Tour: $99
- Afternoon Brewery and Distillery session : $104
- Full-Day Brewery and Distillery Tour with Lunch: $136
- Full Barrel Brewery and Distillery tour: $137
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Yangshuo and Byron Bay, we can see that Byron Bay is more expensive. And not only is Yangshuo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Yangshuo is in Asia and Byron Bay 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 Yangshuo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Yangshuo 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 Byron Bay would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Byron Bay than you might in Yangshuo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Yangshuo Expensive? and Is Byron Bay Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Yangshuo or Byron Bay?
Yangshuo has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Byron Bay. When comparing the sizes of Yangshuo and Byron Bay, 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 Byron Bay?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Byron Bay 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 Byron Bay in the Summer?
Both Byron Bay and Yangshuo during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many visitors come to Byron Bay in the summer for the beaches, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
Yangshuo is a little warmer than Byron Bay in the summer. The daily temperature in Yangshuo averages around 30°C (86°F) in July, and Byron Bay fluctuates around 23°C (74°F)in January.
Byron Bay gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Yangshuo. Yangshuo usually gets more rain in July than Byron Bayin January. Yangshuo gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Byron Bay receives 140 mm (5.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryYangshuo 30°C (86°F)Byron Bay 23°C (74°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Byron Bay in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Yangshuo and Byron Bay. Furthermore, most visitors come to Byron Bay for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Yangshuo is around the same temperature as Byron Bay. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Yangshuo in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Byron Bay averages at about 20°C (69°F)in April.
Byron Bay receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Yangshuo usually receives less rain than Byron Bayin April. Yangshuo gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Byron Bay receives 133 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilYangshuo 23°C (73°F)Byron Bay 20°C (69°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Byron Bay in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Yangshuo as well as Byron Bay. Additionally, the winter months attract visitors to Byron Bay because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Yangshuo is generally cooler than Byron Bayin July. Daily temperatures in Yangshuo average around 10°C (49°F), and Byron Bay fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Yangshuo usually gets more rain in January than Byron Bayin July. Yangshuo gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Byron Bay receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyYangshuo 10°C (49°F)Byron Bay 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Byron Bay in the Spring?
Both Byron Bay and Yangshuo are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty are the main draw to Byron Bay this time of year.
Yangshuo is around the same temperature as Byron Bay in the spring. The daily temperature in Yangshuo averages around 20°C (68°F) in April, and Byron Bay fluctuates around 19°C (67°F)in October.
It's quite rainy in Yangshuo. In April, Yangshuo usually receives more rain than Byron Bayin October. Yangshuo gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Byron Bay receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberYangshuo 20°C (68°F)Byron Bay 19°C (67°F)
Typical Weather for Byron Bay and Yangshuo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 133 mm (5.2 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 133 mm (5.2 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 32 mm (1.2 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
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