Which place is cheaper, Koh Phi Phi 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 Koh Phi Phi?
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 Koh Phi Phi can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Yangshuo or Koh Phi Phi?
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.
Koh Phi Phi
The islands of Koh Phi Phi, off the coast of southwestern Thailand, are very popular with travelers because of their unrivaled tropical scenery, clear blue waters, relaxing atmosphere, and undersea attractions. However, in the last decade, Koh Phi Phi has seen a huge surge in tourism, adding to the crowds and pollution of the main (and only populated) island, known as Koh Phi Phi Don.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to China, The Best Tours for Seniors to China, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Thailand, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Thailand.
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Yangshuo Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayYangshuo $86Koh Phi Phi $95
The average daily cost (per person) in Yangshuo is $86, while the average daily cost in Koh Phi Phi 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 Yangshuo and Koh Phi Phi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYangshuo $26Koh Phi Phi $50
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYangshuo $52Koh Phi Phi $100
Compare Hotels in Yangshuo and Koh Phi Phi
Looking for a hotel in Yangshuo or Koh Phi Phi? 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: Koh Phi Phi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Yangshuo $43Koh Phi Phi $7.93
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Koh Phi Phi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Koh Phi Phi:
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Ferry to Maya Beach (for 2)$17
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Longboat Taxi$3.14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Koh Phi Phi
Also for Koh Phi Phi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Easy Island Transfer from Phi Phi Island to Koh Tao: $80
- Speedboat Transfer Phi Phi Tonsai to Phuket with Dropoff Service: $29
Is it cheaper to fly into Yangshuo or Koh Phi Phi?
Prices for flights to both Koh Phi Phi 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 $33Koh Phi Phi $23
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 Koh Phi Phi
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Koh Phi Phi:
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Crepe$1.88
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Sit Down Lunch$11
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Casual Lunch$6.59
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Coconut Donut$0.31
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Lunch at Mexican Restaurant (for 2)$13
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Sit Down Dinner$16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Koh Phi Phi
For Koh Phi Phi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- International Dinner & Cabaret Show - Ala Carte Package: $22
- International Dinner & Cabaret Show - Set Menu Package: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Yangshuo $24Koh Phi Phi $52
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Koh Phi Phi
For Koh Phi Phi, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Kayak Rental$9.42
Tours and Activities in Koh Phi Phi
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Koh Phi Phi.
- Activities In & Around Phuket: Full Day Customizable Tour : $110
- 6 Hours Private Tour Around Phi Phi Islands From Phi Phi: $184
- Banana Beach Premium: Shared Tour: $137
- Early Bird Phi Phi Islands Tour From Phi Phi by Speedboat: $65
- Ferry from Phi Phi Islands to Phuket with Dropoff Service by Royal Jet Cruiser: $15
- Half Day Rainforest and Waterfall Tour in Thailand: $99
- Half Day Tour Around Phi Phi Islands By Private Longtail Boat From Phi Phi: $110
- Half-Day Morning Bamboo Island Tour from Phi Phi by Longtail Boat: $25
- Half-Day Phi Phi Island Longtail Boat Tour with Maya Bay Visit: $19
- Koh Phi Phi to Phuket by Phi Phi Cruiser: $19
- Maya Bay Sleep aboard Tour From Phi Phi: $143
- Phi Phi 7 Islands Full-Day Tour From Phi Phi by Longtail Boat: $31
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYangshuo $34Koh Phi Phi $6.51
Typical Alcohol Prices in Koh Phi Phi
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Koh Phi Phi from other travelers:
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Mojito Bucket$16
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Banana Daiquiri$6.28
When comparing the travel costs between Yangshuo and Koh Phi Phi, we can see that Koh Phi Phi 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 Yangshuo Expensive? and Is Koh Phi Phi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Yangshuo or Koh Phi Phi?
Yangshuo has a larger population, and is about 300 times larger than the population of Koh Phi Phi. When comparing the sizes of Yangshuo and Koh Phi Phi, 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 Koh Phi Phi?
Yangshuo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Koh Phi Phi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Yangshuo or Koh Phi Phi in the Summer?
Both Koh Phi Phi and Yangshuo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Phi Phi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Yangshuo is around the same temperature as Koh Phi Phi in the summer. The daily temperature in Yangshuo averages around 30°C (86°F) in July, and Koh Phi Phi fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Koh Phi Phi. It's quite rainy in Yangshuo. In July, Yangshuo usually receives less rain than Koh Phi Phi. Yangshuo gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Koh Phi Phi receives 287 mm (11.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyYangshuo 30°C (86°F)Koh Phi Phi 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Koh Phi Phi in the Autumn?
Both Koh Phi Phi and Yangshuo during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Phi Phi year-round.
In the autumn, Yangshuo is cooler than Koh Phi Phi. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Yangshuo in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Koh Phi Phi averages at about 27°C (81°F).
Koh Phi Phi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Yangshuo usually gets less rain in October than Koh Phi Phi. Yangshuo gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Koh Phi Phi receives 304 mm (12 in) of rain this time of the year. December to March is the dry season in Koh Phi Phi. May to November is the rainy season in Koh Phi Phi.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberYangshuo 23°C (73°F)Koh Phi Phi 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Koh Phi Phi in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Yangshuo and Koh Phi Phi. Koh Phi Phi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Yangshuo is generally much colder than Koh Phi Phi. Daily temperatures in Yangshuo average around 10°C (49°F), and Koh Phi Phi fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In January, Yangshuo usually receives more rain than Koh Phi Phi. Yangshuo gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Koh Phi Phi receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter. December to March in Koh Phi Phi is the dry season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryYangshuo 10°C (49°F)Koh Phi Phi 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Koh Phi Phi in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Yangshuo as well as Koh Phi Phi. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Phi Phi throughout the year.
Yangshuo is cooler than Koh Phi Phi in the spring. The daily temperature in Yangshuo averages around 20°C (68°F) in April, and Koh Phi Phi fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
It's quite rainy in Koh Phi Phi. Yangshuo receives a lot of rain in the spring. Yangshuo usually gets more rain in April than Koh Phi Phi. Yangshuo gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Koh Phi Phi receives 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain this time of the year. May to November in Koh Phi Phi is the rainy season.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilYangshuo 20°C (68°F)Koh Phi Phi 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Koh Phi Phi and Yangshuo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 318 mm (12.5 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 279 mm (11 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 287 mm (11.3 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 399 mm (15.7 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 304 mm (12 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
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