Which place is cheaper, Zurich 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 Zurich?
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 Zurich can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Yangshuo or Zurich?
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.
Zurich
Zurich has the biggest connection for trains in Switzerland. It also has the country's biggest and busiest airport. Because of its importance as a transportation center, it is likely to be the first place you visit in Switzerland. It is the financial capital of the country (although, contrary to what you may have thought, not the political capital). It has many international companies, and is home to the country's stock exchange.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to China, The Best Tours for Seniors to China, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Switzerland, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Switzerland.
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Yangshuo Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayYangshuo $86Zurich $364
The average daily cost (per person) in Yangshuo is $86, while the average daily cost in Zurich is $364. 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 Zurich in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYangshuo $26Zurich $197
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYangshuo $52Zurich $394
Compare Hotels in Yangshuo and Zurich
Looking for a hotel in Yangshuo or Zurich? 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: Zurich Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Yangshuo $43Zurich $41
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Zurich
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Zurich:
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City Pass (2)$33
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zurich
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zurich:
- WEF DAVOS 2025 | TRANSFER TO/FROM ZURICH AIRPORT TO DAVOS: $754
- Zurich Airport: Private Transfer to St Moritz: $693
- Private Transfer From Zurich Airport to Grindelwald: $656
- Private Transfer from Zurich Airport to Lauterbrunnen: $599
- Private transfer between Zurich Airport to/from Interlaken.: $566
- Transfer Zurich Airport to Basel: $539
- Zurich Airport: Private Transfer to Lucerne: $478
- Private Transfer between Zurich and Interlaken: $478
- Zurich Airport: Private Transfer to St Anton am Arlberg: $467
- Zurich Airport: Private Transfer to Lech am Arlberg: $467
- Privat Transfer Lucerne to Zurich Airport: $450
- Zurich Airport: Private Lucerne Transfer by Mercedes: $450
Is it cheaper to fly into Yangshuo or Zurich?
Prices for flights to both Zurich 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 $33Zurich $124
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 Zurich
Some typical examples of dining costs in Zurich are as follows:
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Breakfast for 2$16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zurich
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zurich.
- Food Tour of 8+ Tastings with Cheeses & Chocolates: $154
- Zurich Food Tour of 10 Local Delicacies with Cheeses & Chocolates: $156
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Yangshuo $24Zurich $41
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 Zurich
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Zurich are as follows:
- 3 in 1: Zurich Walking Tour - Cruise on the Lake - Cable Car Ride to Felsenegg: $114
- Beer Tasting Tour in Zurich: $160
- Best of Zürich & Surroundings: Walking Tour, Cable Car and Ferry: $103
- Best of Zurich Tour with Felsenegg Cable Car and Ferry Ride : $84
- Best of Zurich and Surroundings - Extended City Sightseeing Tour: $103
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $108
- Bike Private Tour with Pickup and Drop off From Zurich: $163
- Chocolate Walking Tour in Zurich: $96
- Chocolate, Art, and History walking tour of Zurich: $94
- Christmas Walking Tour in Zürich: Exploring Holiday Charm: $51
- Cinematic Zurich – Photo and Video Shoot Tour: $566
- City e-bike tour: $50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYangshuo $34Zurich $34
Sample the Local Flavors in Zurich
Also in Zurich, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl Nightlife Tour with Shots and Snacks: $38
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Yangshuo and Zurich, we can see that Zurich 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 Zurich is in Europe, 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 Zurich would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Zurich 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 Zurich Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Yangshuo or Zurich?
Zurich has a larger population, and is about 14% larger than the population of Yangshuo. When comparing the sizes of Yangshuo and Zurich, 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 Zurich?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Yangshuo or Zurich in the Summer?
Both Zurich and Yangshuo during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Zurich for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Yangshuo is a little warmer than Zurich in the summer. The daily temperature in Yangshuo averages around 30°C (86°F) in July, and Zurich fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Yangshuo. Yangshuo usually gets more rain in July than Zurich. Yangshuo gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Zurich receives 89 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyYangshuo 30°C (86°F)Zurich 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Zurich in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Yangshuo and Zurich. Furthermore, the autumn months attract visitors to Zurich because of the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Yangshuo is much warmer than Zurich. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Yangshuo in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Zurich averages at about 13°C (56°F).
In October, Yangshuo usually receives more rain than Zurich. Yangshuo gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Zurich receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberYangshuo 23°C (73°F)Zurich 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Zurich in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Yangshuo as well as Zurich. Additionally, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Zurich this time of year.
It's quite cold in Zurich in the winter. In January, Yangshuo is generally much warmer than Zurich. Daily temperatures in Yangshuo average around 10°C (49°F), and Zurich fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).
Yangshuo usually gets less rain in January than Zurich. Yangshuo gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Zurich receives 77 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryYangshuo 10°C (49°F)Zurich 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Yangshuo or Zurich in the Spring?
Both Zurich and Yangshuo are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Zurich for the natural beauty.
Yangshuo is much warmer than Zurich in the spring. The daily temperature in Yangshuo averages around 20°C (68°F) in April, and Zurich fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
It's quite rainy in Yangshuo. In April, Yangshuo usually receives more rain than Zurich. Yangshuo gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Zurich receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilYangshuo 20°C (68°F)Zurich 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Zurich and Yangshuo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
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