Which place is cheaper, Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang?
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 Pyeongchang can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Yangshuo or Pyeongchang?
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.
Pyeongchang
Pyeongchang is a county of South Korea situated in the Taebaek Mountains in Gangwon Province. A popular location for winter sports, it was chosen as the host city for the 2018 Winter Olympics. Other attractions include Buddhist temples, parks, villages, and natural scenery.
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 Seoul, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Seoul.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayYangshuo $86Pyeongchang $133
The average daily cost (per person) in Yangshuo is $86, while the average daily cost in Pyeongchang is $133. 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 Pyeongchang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYangshuo $26Pyeongchang $61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYangshuo $52Pyeongchang $122
Compare Hotels in Yangshuo and Pyeongchang
Looking for a hotel in Yangshuo or Pyeongchang? 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: Pyeongchang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Yangshuo $43Pyeongchang $24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangshuo
Also for Yangshuo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Yangshuo hotel: $56
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Xingping hotel: $67
- Private Yangshuo Transfer from Hotel to Longji terraces Hotel: $96
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo(Xingping) Train Station to Yangshuo Hotel: $21
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo hotel to Guilin hotel: $37
- Private Transfer from Xingping hotel to Longsheng hotel: $107
- Private One Way Transfer Service to Guilin City Hotel or Airport from Yangshuo: $48
- Private Impression Sanjie Liu Evening Show with Hotel Transfer: $88
- Private Departure Transfer: Yangshuo to Guilin Train Stations: $49
- Private Airport Transfer: Yangshuo Hotel to Guilin Liangjiang Airport: $45
- Impression Liu Sanjie - Ticket Booking (including Round-trip Transfer): $62
- Guilin: Li River Cruise with Transfer to Yangshuo: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Yangshuo or Pyeongchang?
Prices for flights to both Pyeongchang 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 $33Pyeongchang $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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Yangshuo $24Pyeongchang $50
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 Pyeongchang
For Pyeongchang, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Alpensia 2D1N Ski Lift Tour: $141
- Balwangsan Cable Car & Samyang Ranch One Day Tour: $78
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYangshuo $34Pyeongchang $8.69
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Yangshuo and Pyeongchang, we can see that Pyeongchang is more expensive. And not only is Yangshuo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Pyeongchang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Yangshuo or Pyeongchang?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Yangshuo or Pyeongchang in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Yangshuo and Pyeongchang.
In July, Yangshuo is generally a little warmer than Pyeongchang. Daily temperatures in Yangshuo average around 30°C (86°F), and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
Pyeongchang receives a lot of rain in the summer. Yangshuo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Yangshuo usually receives around the same amount of rain as Pyeongchang. Yangshuo gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 217 mm (8.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyYangshuo 30°C (86°F)Pyeongchang 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Pyeongchang in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Yangshuo as well as Pyeongchang.
Yangshuo is a little warmer than Pyeongchang in the autumn. The daily temperature in Yangshuo averages around 23°C (73°F) in October, and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
It's quite rainy in Pyeongchang. Yangshuo usually gets less rain in October than Pyeongchang. Yangshuo gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberYangshuo 23°C (73°F)Pyeongchang 15°C (60°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Pyeongchang in the Winter?
Both Pyeongchang and Yangshuo are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Pyeongchang can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Yangshuo is much warmer than Pyeongchang. Typically, the winter temperatures in Yangshuo in January average around 10°C (49°F), and Pyeongchang averages at about 0°C (33°F).
In January, Yangshuo usually receives around the same amount of rain as Pyeongchang. Yangshuo gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryYangshuo 10°C (49°F)Pyeongchang 0°C (33°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Pyeongchang in the Spring?
Both Pyeongchang and Yangshuo during the spring are popular places to visit.
In April, Yangshuo is generally much warmer than Pyeongchang. Daily temperatures in Yangshuo average around 20°C (68°F), and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Yangshuo. Yangshuo usually gets more rain in April than Pyeongchang. Yangshuo gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 77 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilYangshuo 20°C (68°F)Pyeongchang 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Pyeongchang and Yangshuo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 39 mm (1.5 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.