Which place is cheaper, Death Valley National Park or Berkshires?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Berkshires or Death Valley National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Berkshires and Death Valley National Park can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Berkshires or Death Valley National Park?
Berkshires
The Berkshires are a popular highland destination in the western part of Massachusetts and northwest Connecticut. The region has scenic landscape, hiking, lakes, recreational opportunities and other outdoor experiences. The Berkshires also has an impressive cultural scene with music, arts, museums, and live theaters.
The Berkshires can be a bit expensive to visit if you stay at a luxury resort and take advantage of the award winning restaurants in the area. Alternatively, the experience can be equally rewarding by camping, picnicking, and spending your time hiking and enjoying the beautiful natural setting.
Death Valley National Park
With over 3.4 million acres of desert and mountains, the sights of Death Valley encompass sweeping viewpoints, scenic drives, dunes, craters, and colors that change with the course of the sun. Historically, a few Native American cultures are known to have lived in the area, mostly nomadic. The first Europeans to stumble upon the area were a group drawn by the California Gold Rush. Forced to abandon their wagons, they were eventually able to hike out of the valley. Upon leaving, one traveler called it Death Valley and the name stuck.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBerkshires $244Death Valley National Park $87
The average daily cost (per person) in Berkshires is $244, while the average daily cost in Death Valley National Park is $87. 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 Berkshires and Death Valley National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBerkshires $141Death Valley National Park $37
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBerkshires $282Death Valley National Park $74
Compare Hotels in Berkshires and Death Valley National Park
Looking for a hotel in Berkshires or Death Valley National Park? 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: Berkshires Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Berkshires $47Death Valley National Park $41
Is it cheaper to fly into Berkshires or Death Valley National Park?
Prices for flights to both Death Valley National Park and Berkshires 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 dayBerkshires $73Death Valley National Park $20
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Berkshires $25Death Valley National Park $36
Tours and Activities in Berkshires
Here are a few actual costs in Berkshires for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2-Hour Guided Private Forest Bathing Experience Lenox: $40
Tours and Activities in Death Valley National Park
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Death Valley National Park are as follows:
- Death Valley Self Guided Audio Driving Tour: $15
- Death Valley on Mojave Desert VIP Small Group Tour from Las Vegas: $219
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBerkshires $31Death Valley National Park $8.57
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Berkshires and Death Valley National Park, we can see that Berkshires is more expensive. And not only is Death Valley National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Death Valley National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Death Valley National Park 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 Berkshires would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Berkshires than you might in Death Valley National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Berkshires Expensive? and Is Death Valley National Park Expensive?.
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.