A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Cambridge vs. Cesky Krumlov for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Cambridge or Cesky Krumlov?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Cambridge and Cesky Krumlov. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Cambridge or Cesky Krumlov?

Cambridge

Cambridge is a university city in England located along the River Cam and best-known as the home of Cambridge University, which was established in the 13th century. Aside from university architectural landmarks, Cambridge is also characterized by open green landscapes perfect for picnics and gentle walks, as well as churches, museums, parks, and gardens.

Cesky Krumlov

Cesky Krumlov is a beautiful town located in Southern Bohemia in the Czech Republic. It sits along the Vltava River and is home to just over 13,000 residents. The town has many Baroque buildings as well as many pleasant cafes, restaurants and bars. It also has the second largest castle in the Czech Republic, and a beautiful old town square. The town remains very similar to how it was in the 18th century. Many of the buildings are well maintained, and many have been restored to their original beauty. The city is also a UNESCO World Heritage site, and has become a very popular tourist destination. During the summer months tourists may outnumber the local population.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Day Tours from London, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from London, The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Prague.


Which place is cheaper, Cesky Krumlov or Cambridge?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Cambridge is £134, while the average daily cost in Cesky Krumlov is £50. 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 Cambridge and Cesky Krumlov in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Cambridge £72
    Cesky Krumlov £30
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Cambridge £144
    Cesky Krumlov £60
Compare Hotels in Cambridge and Cesky Krumlov

Looking for a hotel in Cambridge or Cesky Krumlov? 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 Cambridge


Hotels in Cesky Krumlov


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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: Cambridge Hotel Prices and Cesky Krumlov Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Cambridge £24
    Cesky Krumlov £2.38

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cambridge

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

  • Private Transfer Heathrow To Cambridge: $175

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cesky Krumlov

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

  • Transfer from Cesky Krumlov to Prague: Private daytrip with 2h for sightseeing: $156
  • Private Transfer from Cesky Krumlov to Prague, English-speaking driver: $122

Is it cheaper to fly into Cambridge or Cesky Krumlov?

Prices for flights to both Cesky Krumlov and Cambridge 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
    Cambridge £41
    Cesky Krumlov £18

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Cambridge £22
    Cesky Krumlov £5.31

Tours and Activities in Cambridge

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

  • Guided Historic Walking Tour of Cambridge with Guide and Peek: $25
  • A Guided Public Tour of Historic Cambridge: $32
  • Cambridge - Shared Punting Tour: $13
  • Cambridge Highlights Walking Tour by Cantab Tours: $25
  • Cambridge Instagram Self-Guided Tour - Top Photo Spots: $6.35
  • Cambridge Science Tour : $32
  • Cambridge's History & Secrets with Self-Guided Walking Tours: $32
  • Cambridge’s Colleges and Classic Sights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
  • 2-Hour Private University Walking Tour: $94
  • Adventure Through Cross-Disciplinary Revolutions: $22
  • Chauffeured Punting Tour: $62
  • Chinese University Student-Guided Walking Tour: $40

Tours and Activities in Cesky Krumlov

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

  • 2,5h Chateau Collections and Tower Tour with Coffee & Dessert: $71
  • A day in the life of Český Krumlov - Private tour with a local: $196
  • Cesky Krumlov Old Town Private Walking Tour: $93
  • Cesky Krumlov Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide: $209
  • Cesky Krumlov Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.54
  • Cesky Krumlov Tour 4 hours : $278
  • Enchanting Český Krumlov Walking Tour: Echoes of the Past: $95
  • First white water experience with Tomáš Kobes: $218
  • Private Night tour of Český Krumlov: $85
  • Private evening tour Cesky Krumlov Old Town and Castle area: $60
  • Private tour of best of Český Krumlov - Sightseeing, Food & Culture with a local: $168
  • Touristic highlights of Český Krumlov on a Private half day tour with a local: $168

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Cambridge £23
    Cesky Krumlov £2.73


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

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


Which is Bigger, Cambridge or Cesky Krumlov?

Cambridge has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Cesky Krumlov. When comparing the sizes of Cambridge and Cesky Krumlov, 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.