A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Auckland vs. Sucre for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Auckland or Sucre?

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 Auckland and Sucre can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Auckland or Sucre?

Auckland

Auckland is located on the North Island of New Zealand on an isthmus between the Northland Peninsula and the other parts of the North Island. Auckland is not only a city but also a region. In 2010 New Zealand combined what had previously been four separate cities into one region. These cities include the southern city of Manukau, the western city of Waitakere, the North Shore in the north, and Auckland City. The City of Auckland is the largest city in Polynesia and is very diverse with many expatriates from elsewhere in Polynesia. This diversity becomes most apparent in Auckland's many festivals and sporting events.

Sucre

Sucre is famous for its gorgeous town center and delightful climate, making it for many Bolivia's most beautiful city. Also considered the symbolic heart of the nation, 'La ciudad blanca' or the white city has preserved stunning whitewashed buildings sheltering pretty patios and other beauties of colonial architecture. The city was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1991 and is under strict controls on development. It offers many attractions including historic buildings and a renowned theatre, but you can also wander around prehistoric sites and discover indigenous culture in the surrounding towns and countryside.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to New Zealand, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in New Zealand, The Best 3-Day Tours from La Paz, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Bolivia.


Which place is cheaper, Sucre or Auckland?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Auckland is $142, while the average daily cost in Sucre is $57. 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 Auckland and Sucre in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Auckland $90
    Sucre $11
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Auckland $180
    Sucre $22
Compare Hotels in Auckland and Sucre

Looking for a hotel in Auckland or Sucre? 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.

Hotels in Auckland


Hotels in Sucre


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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: Auckland Hotel Prices and Sucre Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Auckland $16
    Sucre $12
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Auckland

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Auckland:


  • Bus from Airport
    $9.72
  • Airport Shuttle
    $15

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Auckland

Also for Auckland, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • From Hobbiton Private Transfers with Group Tour: $388
  • Auckland Airport (AKL): Private Transfer to Downtown hotels: $357
  • Auckland Airport (AKL): Transfer to North Shore hotels: $330
  • Auckland Airport Transfers Sprinter up to 15 pax: $214
  • Private Transfer From Auckland Airport To Cambridge : $214
  • From One-Way Transfer to Rotorua w/ Hobbiton Tour: $194
  • Auckland's premium luxury transfers from/to Airport / North Shore: $171
  • Private Luxury Transfer To/Fr City in Mercedes Van: $167
  • Private Luxury Transfer Frm Cruise Ship to Airport: $167
  • Luxury Airport Transfer in First Class Passenger Van: $164
  • Auckland's Point to Point Transfers : $153
  • Private Transfer from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Tauranga Port: $147

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sucre

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Sucre are as follows:


  • Taxi Ride
    $1.45

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sucre

Also for Sucre, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private transfer Sucre - Uyuni, stopover in Potosí Mines: $227
  • Private Transfer from Sucre Airport SRE to Sucre by SUV or Car: $23
  • Private MiniVan or Bus Transfer from Sucre Airport SRE to Sucre: $28
  • Departure Transfer from Sucre to Sucre Airport by MiniVan or Bus: $27

Is it cheaper to fly into Auckland or Sucre?

Prices for flights to both Sucre and Auckland 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Auckland $27
    Sucre $32
Typical Food Prices in Auckland

For Auckland, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Breakfast
    $4.86

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Auckland

For Auckland, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Auckland:: Japanese Home Cooking: $78
  • Auckland Harbour 3-Course Dinner Cruise with Welcome Drink: $95
  • Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner: $98
  • Flavours of the City Walking Food Tour: $104
  • Private Street Food Tour of Auckland with a Local Guide: $161
  • Local Auckland Food Tour : Explore the suburbs!: $168

Typical Food Prices in Sucre

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Sucre:


  • Dinner
    $4.50
  • Juice
    $0.87
  • Juice
    $1.02
  • Chocolate
    $1.74
  • Cappuccino
    $4.35

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sucre

For Sucre, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Traditional Bolivian Cooking Class w/ Cocktail Making by La Boca del Sapo, Sucre: $40

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Auckland $28
    Sucre $16
Typical Entertainment Prices in Auckland

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Auckland's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Auckland Sky Tour (for 2)
    $34
  • Waiheke Island Tour (for 2)
    $122

Tours and Activities in Auckland

For Auckland, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Black Water Rafting Semi Private Tour from Auckland: $299
  • Hobbiton Movie Set Small Tour from Auckland: $253
  • “City to Surf” - private tour with German tour guide: $295
  • "City of Sails" highlights - private tour with German tour guide: $187
  • 6 Hours Sightseeing Tour in Auckland: $128
  • Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland: $119
  • America’s Cup 2-Hour Sailing Experience Waitemata Harbour: $116
  • Auckland CBD: Escape Game Adventure: $24
  • Auckland Canyoning Rainforest Adventure: $146
  • Auckland City & West Coast Luxury Tour: $206
  • Auckland City Highlights Full Day Tour: $183
  • Auckland City Highlights Full Day Tour: $179

Tours and Activities in Sucre

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sucre.

  • 2-Day Icla Canyon Tour from Sucre: $87
  • City Tour and Museums - Private Service: $106
  • From Tour in English Uyuni salt flat tour 2 Days: $150
  • From Uyuni salt flat tour 2 days 1 night: $125
  • Guided Walking Tour in Sucre: $22
  • Hiking Tour in El Palmar from Sucre Bolivia: $250
  • Historical and Cultural Walking Tour in Sucre with Guide: $12
  • JATUN YAMPARA - Agro-artisan Indigenous Nucleus -Full Day Tours + Lunch: $85
  • JATUN YAMPARA - Nucleo Indigena, Agroartesanal - Half Day Tours: $66
  • Private Cultural Tour in Sucre with Visit to 3 Museums: $45
  • Private Half Day Tour: Sucre Walking Tour with Hotel Pick up: $67
  • Sucre - Walking City Tour - Half Day - English Speaking guide: $64

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Auckland $14
    Sucre $13

Sample the Local Flavors in Auckland

Also in Auckland, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Ultimate Late Night Bar Crawl: $21
  • Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour in Auckland with 3-Course Vineyard Lunch: $104
  • Muriwai Scenic Wine Tour from Auckland: $107
  • Waiheke Island: Scenic Wine Tour Tasting Wines on Waiheke: $110
  • Waiheke Island: The Essence of Waiheke Wine Tour: $140
  • Waiheke Island: Tour with Wine Tastings and Restaurant Lunch: $149
  • From Waiheke Island Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch: $152
  • Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour with Platter Lunch: $164
  • Kumeu Wine Tour: $168
  • From Small Group Kumeu Wine Tour with Lunch: $179
  • Kumeu Wineries / Brewery : $180
  • Small-Group Kumeu Wine Country Tour with Wine Tastings & Lunch: $183


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Auckland and Sucre, we can see that Auckland is more expensive. And not only is Sucre much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Auckland is in Pacific and Sucre is in South America, 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 Sucre would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sucre 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 Auckland would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Auckland than you might in Sucre.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Auckland Expensive? and Is Sucre Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Auckland or Sucre?

Auckland has a larger population, and is about 86% larger than the population of Sucre. When comparing the sizes of Auckland and Sucre, 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.