Which place is cheaper, Gold Coast 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 Gold Coast?
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 Gold Coast can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Yangshuo or Gold Coast?
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.
Gold Coast
The Gold Coast is one of Australia's premier destinations. Famous for gorgeous beaches, warm weather, watersports, and plenty of activities for all ages, millions of tourists from Australia as well as everywhere in the world flock to this region every year. With beaches, national parks, theme parks, shopping and dining, nice resorts, boating, fishing, diving, theme parks and more, the Gold Coast offers something for everyone.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to China, The Best Tours for Seniors to China, The Best Honeymoon Tours in Australia, and The Best Photography Tours in Australia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayYangshuo $86Gold Coast $119
The average daily cost (per person) in Yangshuo is $86, while the average daily cost in Gold Coast is $119. 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 Gold Coast in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYangshuo $26Gold Coast $55
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYangshuo $52Gold Coast $110
Compare Hotels in Yangshuo and Gold Coast
Looking for a hotel in Yangshuo or Gold Coast? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Yangshuo $43Gold Coast $23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangshuo
Also for Yangshuo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Longsheng hotel: $107
- Guilin Private Transfer in English-speaking Services: Between Airport & Yangshuo: $106
- Private Yangshuo Transfer from Hotel to Longji terraces Hotel: $96
- From Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Transfer 3 hours Private Tour: $89
- Private Impression Sanjie Liu Evening Show with Hotel Transfer: $88
- Guilin: Li River Cruise with Transfer to Yangshuo: $80
- From Rock Climbing with Transfer Private (3 hours): $69
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Xingping hotel: $67
- Impression Liu Sanjie - Ticket Booking (including Round-trip Transfer): $62
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Yangshuo hotel: $56
- Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin Train Stations: $49
- Private One Way Transfer Service to Guilin City Hotel or Airport from Yangshuo: $48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gold Coast
Also for Gold Coast, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Gold Coast Airport Arrival Transfer to Byron Bay: $140
- Gold Coast Airport Transfer: Gold Coast to Airport OOL in Luxury Car: $139
- Arrival Transfer: Airport OOL to Gold Coast by Luxury Van: $139
- Gold Coast Airport Transfer: Airport OOL to Gold Coast in Luxury Van: $138
- Departure Private Transfer: Gold Coast to Airport OOL in Luxury Van: $132
- From Gold Coast : Australia Zoo Transfer and Entry Ticket: $132
- Arrival Transfer: Airport OOL to Gold Coast by Business Car: $112
- Departure Private Transfer: Gold Coast to Airport OOL in Business Car: $108
- Gold Coast Airport Transfer: Airport OOL to Gold Coast in Business Car: $108
- Gold Coast Airport Transfer: Gold Coast to Airport OOL in Business Car: $108
- Gold Coast to Byron Bay scenic One Way Transfer: $81
- Chill Out at Byron Bay Bus Transfer: $72
Is it cheaper to fly into Yangshuo or Gold Coast?
Prices for flights to both Gold Coast 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 $33Gold Coast $47
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 Gold Coast
For Gold Coast, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Brisbane/Sunset, Dinner, Stars/Premium Telescope: $79
- Australian Outback Spectacular Dinner & Show: $79
- Gold Coast Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise: $87
- Gold Coast Private Sunset Sailing Charter w/ dinner & drinks: $310
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Yangshuo $24Gold Coast $19
Tours and Activities in Yangshuo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Yangshuo.
- Longji Rice Terraces Day Tour from Yangshuo hotel: $181
- Yangshuo Helicopter Tour from Yangshuo hotel: $170
- 1-Day Guilin City Tour and Ends of Longji Rice Terraces from Yangshuo: $218
- 1-Day Private Yangshuo Bicycle Tour along Ten-Mile Gallery: $119
- 1-Day Terracotta Warriors Tour from Beijing/Chengdu/Shanghai: $497
- All Inclusive Private Hiking Tour in Yangshuo: $84
- Day Tour in Yangshuo and Li River: $155
- Enchanting Li River & Beyond: Cruise, Peaks & Panorama: $293
- Entry Ticket to Liu San Jie Impression Show: $71
- From Guilin: 6-Day Yangtze River Cruise with Excursions: $1,299
- From Guilin: Yangshuo Rock-climbing & River-tracing Tour: $282
- From Xingping River-tracing Half Day Private Tour: $102
Tours and Activities in Gold Coast
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Gold Coast.
- 1 Hour Amore Tour: $235
- 1.5 hr Jet Ski Safari tour to South Stradbroke Island!: $201
- 2 Hour Tropical Island Jet Ski Tour: $221
- 2 Hour Ultimate Learn to Surf Adventure: $44
- 2 Hours Dolphin Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour on the Broadwater: $58
- 2-Day Dreamworld and SkyPoint Admission Ticket: $87
- 2.5 hr Jet Ski Safaris tour - Ultimate Adventure + island stop: $268
- 3 Hour Gold Coast Jetski Adventure to Stradbroke Island: $134
- 30 Minutes Virtual Reality Gaming Experience in Southport: $40
- Aquaduck Gold Coast 1 hour City and River Tour: $39
- Barefoot Luxury Mount Tamborine Winery Tour from Gold Coast: $220
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $107
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYangshuo $34Gold Coast $5.23
Sample the Local Flavors in Gold Coast
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gold Coast:
- Granddad Jack's Distillery Gin Tasting & Talk: $43
- Tamborine Mountain Distillery Cocktail Masterclass: $57
- Queensland Distillery Tour: $76
- Craft Distillery and Brewery Tour on Gold Coast: $77
- Sirromet Wine Tasting and Blending Workshop for 2: $84
- Craft Your Own Spirit at Tamborine Mountain Distillery: $124
- Wine, Distillery & Rainforest Day Tour: $151
- Private Bespoke Hinterland Heritage Wine Tour: $161
- Tamborine Mountain Wine Tour with 2-Course Lunch: $165
- Full-Day Guided Wine Tour in Mt Tamborine From Gold Coast : $168
- Luxury Wine Tour with Gourmet Lunch & Distillery: $198
- Gold Coast and Craft Brewery VIP Tour from Brisbane: $959
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Yangshuo and Gold Coast, we can see that Gold Coast 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 Gold Coast 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 Gold Coast would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Gold Coast 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 Gold Coast Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Yangshuo or Gold Coast?
Gold Coast has a larger population, and is about 76% larger than the population of Yangshuo. When comparing the sizes of Yangshuo and Gold Coast, 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 Gold Coast?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Gold Coast 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 Gold Coast in the Summer?
Both Gold Coast and Yangshuo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Gold Coast because of the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Yangshuo is a little warmer than Gold Coast. Typically, the summer temperatures in Yangshuo in July average around 30°C (86°F), and Gold Coast averages at about 25°C (77°F)in January.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Gold Coast. It's quite rainy in Yangshuo. In July, Yangshuo usually receives more rain than Gold Coastin January. Yangshuo gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Gold Coast receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryYangshuo 30°C (86°F)Gold Coast 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Gold Coast in the Autumn?
Both Gold Coast and Yangshuo during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the shopping scene are the main draw to Gold Coast this time of year.
In October, Yangshuo is generally around the same temperature as Gold Coastin April. Daily temperatures in Yangshuo average around 23°C (73°F), and Gold Coast fluctuates around 22°C (71°F).
Gold Coast gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Yangshuo usually gets less rain in October than Gold Coastin April. Yangshuo gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Gold Coast receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilYangshuo 23°C (73°F)Gold Coast 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Gold Coast in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Yangshuo and Gold Coast. Furthermore, many travelers come to Gold Coast for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Yangshuo is much colder than Gold Coast in the winter. The daily temperature in Yangshuo averages around 10°C (49°F) in January, and Gold Coast fluctuates around 15°C (59°F)in July.
In January, Yangshuo usually receives less rain than Gold Coastin July. Yangshuo gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Gold Coast receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyYangshuo 10°C (49°F)Gold Coast 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Gold Coast in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Yangshuo as well as Gold Coast. Additionally, many visitors come to Gold Coast in the spring for the beaches and the activities around the city.
In the spring, Yangshuo is around the same temperature as Gold Coast. Typically, the spring temperatures in Yangshuo in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Gold Coast averages at about 21°C (69°F)in October.
It's quite rainy in Gold Coast. Yangshuo receives a lot of rain in the spring. Yangshuo usually gets more rain in April than Gold Coastin October. Yangshuo gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Gold Coast receives 103 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberYangshuo 20°C (68°F)Gold Coast 21°C (69°F)
Typical Weather for Gold Coast 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) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 103 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
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