Which place is cheaper, Basque Country or Canary Islands?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Canary Islands or Basque Country?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Canary Islands and Basque Country 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: Canary Islands or Basque Country?
Canary Islands
The Canary Islands are a territory of Spain located off the northwest coast of Africa. Made up of rugged volcanic islands, the archipelago is known for its black and white sand beaches with great surf as well as opportunities for hiking, biking, snorkeling, and scuba amongst other activities.
Basque Country
Upon its lush green hills that tower over the deep blue waves of the Atlantic Ocean, you will find its perfected oceanic climate and breathtaking landscape to be only the beginning of Basque Country, Spain. Basque Country, or Euskadi, is an autonomous community located in northern Spain. This community was based off the Statute of Autonomy of the Basque Country, a legal document that enabled Basque people to develop on Spanish territory. Due to its strong traditional currents in Spanish heritage as well as magnificent architecture, Basque Country is a hotspot for tourists everywhere.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Spain, The Best Budget Tours to Spain, The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, and The Best Contiki Tours to Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCanary Islands €145Basque Country €119
The average daily cost (per person) in Canary Islands is €145, while the average daily cost in Basque Country is €119. 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 Canary Islands and Basque Country in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCanary Islands €71Basque Country €57
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCanary Islands €142Basque Country €114
Compare Hotels in Canary Islands and Basque Country
Looking for a hotel in Canary Islands or Basque Country? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Canary Islands €51Basque Country €26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Basque Country
Also for Basque Country, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bilbao airport BIO to Bilbao City by Business Car: $60
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bilbao airport BIO to Bilbao City by Luxury Van: $80
- Bilbao Airport Private Departure Transfer: $46
- Bilbao Airport Transfers : Bilbao City to Bilbao Airport BIO in Luxury Van: $65
- Departure Private Transfer from Bilbao City to Bilbao airport BIO by Luxury Van: $80
- Departure Private Transfers: Bilbao City to Bilbao Airport BIO in Business Car: $50
- Departure Private Transfers: Bilbao City to Bilbao Airport BIO in Luxury Van: $65
- Private Transfer from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Bilbao Cruise Port: $74
- Private Transfer from Bilbao Airport to Santander Port: $250
- Private Transfer from Bilbao City Hotels to Bilbao Cruise Port: $74
- Private Transfer from Bilbao Cruise Port to Bilbao Airport (BIO): $74
- Private Transfer from Bilbao Cruise Port to Bilbao City Hotels: $74
Is it cheaper to fly into Canary Islands or Basque Country?
Prices for flights to both Basque Country and Canary Islands 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 dayCanary Islands €41Basque Country €38
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Basque Country
For Basque Country, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class in Bilbao : $108
- Insider Best Culinary Gems Guided Food Tour in San Sebastian: $108
- The Original Bilbao Food Tour with Wine Pairing: $113
- Basque Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class in Bilbao: $114
- San Sebastian Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $114
- Basque Flavours: High End Food Tour of Bilbao with a Local: $119
- Paella Cooking Class (with Basque Sangria) in Bilbao: $141
- Basque Cuisine Cooking Class with Market Visit: $146
- San Sebastian: Authentic Basque Cooking Class in the Old Town: $151
- Private San Sebastian Walking Food Tour: $157
- Dinner in a Gastronomic Club in San Sebastian: $173
- Basque Cooking Class in San Sebastian: $211
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Canary Islands €24Basque Country €30
Tours and Activities in Canary Islands
Here are a few actual costs in Canary Islands for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Best of the South Tour - Electric Bike Tour: $106
- Fuerteventura Christmas Charm: A Festive Walking Tour: $615
- Fuerteventura’s Cultural Gems: A Walking Tour: $508
- Lanzarote: A Different Perspective Guided Driving Tour: $160
- Lanzarote: Guided Mountain Bike Tour: $64
- Tenerife : Pack of 2 Private Dives for Experienced Divers: $160
Tours and Activities in Basque Country
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Basque Country.
- Bilbao´s Old Town Responsible Free Walking Tour: $2.59
- VITORIA DE LEGEND night tour: $11
- Bilbao Confidential Tour: Crime and Punishment: $13
- San Sebastian Walking Tour With Pintxo And Drink: $16
- Tour of the Great Villas in Getxo and Hanging Bridge: $16
- Bilbao tour: $17
- Bilbao tour + Artxanda Funicular in Spanish: $18
- Guided tour of San Sebastián: $18
- Bilbao Historical Small Group Tour : $28
- Private Kayak Tour along the Getxo Coast and Hanging Bridge: $34
- Bilbao Walking Small Group Tour: $38
- Walking Tour in San Sebastian: $42
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCanary Islands €8.48Basque Country €20
Sample the Local Flavors in Basque Country
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Basque Country:
- Ultimate San Sebastian Pintxos & Wine Tour (Evening): $140
- Getaria Txakoli Wine Tour with Hotel Pick-up from San Sebastian: $146
- Guided tour of Txakoli wine tasting and tasting of wine and typical products: $146
- Best quality food & wine tasting tour in San Sebastian. : $190
- Rioja Wine Tour: 2 Wineries Visit with Tasting from San Sebastian: $239
- Rioja Wine Tour: 2 Wineries From Vitoria: $239
- Rioja Wine Tour: 2 Wineries From Bilbao: $244
- Rioja Wine Tour: Winery, Tasting & Lunch from San Sebastian: $249
- Rioja Wine Tour: Winery & Traditional Lunch From Vitoria: $249
- La Rioja Boutique Wine Tour - 2 Wineries & Picnic Lunch (From Bilbao): $255
- Architectural Rioja Small Group Wine Tour with Lunch from Bilbao : $255
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Canary Islands and Basque Country, we can see that Canary Islands is more expensive. And not only is Basque Country much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Basque Country would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Basque Country 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 Canary Islands would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Canary Islands than you might in Basque Country.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Canary Islands Expensive? and Is Basque Country 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.