Which place is cheaper, Crete or Burgundy?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Burgundy or Crete?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Burgundy or Crete? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Burgundy or Crete?
Burgundy
Burgundy (or Bourgogne in French) is a historic region of east central France. The fertile Rhone and Saone river valleys make up the region's core is, where routes from Paris and the Rhineland to the Mediterranean converge. In the Middle Ages, Burgundy was the great dukedom which rivaled in power and prestige with the kingdom of France itself; in those days it covered a large part of central eastern France, including half of modern-day Switzerland. Today, Burgundy is one of the administrative regions of France, lying across the main lines of communication between Paris and Lyon; anyone travelling by train or on the French motorway network between Paris or north-east France, and Lyon and the south of France, must pass through Burgundy. The historic and modern capital of the Burgundy region is Dijon (population 150,000), a thriving administrative and cultural center, which is also a major communications and freight-distribution hub. Dijon has a historic city center, with old narrow streets, and houses built in the local pale honey-colored stone. Burgundy's wines, especially those of the celebrated Cote d'Or (Golden Slope), are among the world's most distinguished.
Crete
The largest and most populous island of Greece, Crete has become a frequent vacation destination for many visitors. The terrain of the place is quite varied - very mountainous stretching east to west, with lush valleys, fertile plateaus, gorges, and famous caves like Idaion, the birthplace of the Greek god Zeus. The surrounding smaller islands and beaches are key attractions as well.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France, The Best 2-Week Tours in France, The Best Contiki Tours to Greece, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Greece.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBurgundy €0.00Crete €102
The average daily cost (per person) in Burgundy is €0.00, while the average daily cost in Crete is €102. 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 Burgundy and Crete in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBurgundy -Crete €48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBurgundy €0.00Crete €96
Compare Hotels in Burgundy and Crete
Looking for a hotel in Burgundy or Crete? 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: Crete Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Burgundy -Crete €23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Crete
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Crete:
- Transfer Heraklion Airport to SITIA area up to 7 customers: $280
- Private Transfer Port/Airport to/from Ierapetra: $273
- Full-Day Trip to Santorini island by Boat from Ag.Nikolaos Elounda with Transfer: $252
- Private Guided Trek to Samaria Gorge with Transfer: $251
- Taxi Transfers from Heraklion Airport to Rethymno City : $240
- Knossos and Arch Museum of Heraklion (Guide+Transfer+Ticket) : $229
- Full-Day Trip to Santorini island by Boat from Rethymno with Transfer your Hotel: $228
- Transfer Heraklion Airport to Makris Gialos area up to 7 : $228
- Transfer from Chania airport to Elafonisi up to 3 or vise versa: $224
- One-Way Private Taxi/Transfer Heraklion to/from Chania: $217
- Transfer from Chania airport to Paleochora up to 3 or vise versa: $200
- KNOSSOS PALACE private tour ( with Transfer from Heraklion Prefecture ): $196
Is it cheaper to fly into Burgundy or Crete?
Prices for flights to both Crete and Burgundy 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 dayBurgundy -Crete €34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Crete
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Crete.
- Troy Dinner-Show: $33
- Spectacular Dinner-Show: $44
- Cretan Night with Dinner & Live Show: $49
- Olive Oil Factory Tour, Dinner & Traditional Dancing: $60
- Chania: Cretan Folklore Dance Show with Dinner and Pickup: $75
- Cook with Locals | Cretan cooking Class at Archanes (transfer - lunch included): $86
- The Delicious Chania PRIVATE Street Food Tour : $87
- Sightseeing Day Trip with Cooking Lesson and Lunch: $95
- Full-Day Jeep Safari Tour with Cooking Lesson: $97
- Chania: Authentic Cooking Class in the White Mountains: $118
- Heraklion: Cretan Cooking Lesson with Lunch in Arolithos: $118
- E-bike Food Tour Tasting in Heraklion : $125
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Burgundy -Crete €26
Tours and Activities in Crete
Here are a few actual costs in Crete for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 4x4 Safari tour Southern Crete Tripitis Gorge: $108
- Adventure Safari Tour Secrets of the southern Crete : $100
- Cretan Night Show Tour From Rethymnon: $54
- Private Tour to Elafonisi and Falasarna: $131
- 3-Hour Trekking Mount Karfi Adventure with pickup from Heraklion: $118
- 4-Hour Giouchtas Trekking Hiking Experience from Heraklion: $90
- 4x4 self drive adventure_Cretan mainland: $87
- 6-Hours Safari Tour in Damnoni and Skinaria Beach, from Plakias: $37
- Adventure Jeep Safari Amazing sunset : $85
- Agia Pelagia: Quad Safari-Family Tour: $85
- Agios Nikolaos-Spinalonga-Elounda Tour TR: $47
- Agios Nikolaos: Private Sailing Cruise in Mirabello Bay: $2,139
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBurgundy -Crete €20
Sample the Local Flavors in Crete
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Crete:
- Chania: Off-Road Tour at Sunset with Wine Tasting: $95
- Ecobike Wine Tasting Tour in Heraklion: $115
- Luxury Private Wine Tasting Experience in Haralabakis Winery: $119
- Heraklion: Half Day Small Group Wine Tour with wine Tastings: $125
- Wine Tasting on Luxury Yacht Sunset Evening in Marina: $173
- The Gourmet Wine Tour of Heraklion area: $180
- Full Day Private Crete Wine Tour Experience from Heraklion : $190
- Knossos, Olive Mill, Winery - Distillery with Tastings & Lunch : $196
- Heraklion SUV Private Guided Wine Tour with Lunch : $216
- From Elounda Private Heraklion Wine Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $229
- Heraklion: Private Knossos & Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch: $246
- Ecobike Tour • All in One • Historical Tour-Food Tasting-Wine Tasting: $256
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Burgundy and Crete, we can see that Crete is more expensive. And not only is Burgundy much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Burgundy would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Burgundy 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 Crete would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Crete than you might in Burgundy.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Burgundy Expensive? and Is Crete Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Burgundy or Crete?
Burgundy has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Crete. When comparing the sizes of Burgundy and Crete, 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.
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.