A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Caracas vs. Valdivia for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Caracas or Valdivia?

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 Caracas and Valdivia can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Caracas or Valdivia?

Caracas

Caracas is the capital city of Venezuela, and also the country's largest city. It's in the northern portion of the country and is close to the Caribbean. While Caracas may not be a major travel destination in Venezuela, it can offer interesting insight into the country's urban character. It has a great art, culinary, and music culture that truly bring the city to life. The beautiful Mount Avila overlooks the city and separates the city from the Caribbean Sea. Many locals and visitors alike head to the mountain as a quick escape. You can reach it by taking a cable car that carries you up to the SWaraira Repano Park at the very top.

Valdivia

Valdivia is a vibrant university city situated in southern Chile. It sits at the meeting point of three rivers in the aptly named Region de Los Rios (The Rivers Region) and is approximately 200 kilometers from both Temuco and Puerto Montt. Due to a large student population, Valdivia boasts a youthful and energetic vibe that is visible in its many bars, cafes and restaurants. The city is also known for having one of Chile's best craft beer cultures, which had its early beginnings when German settlers arrived in the 1840s. The rivers, nearby Pacific coastline and wetlands offer plenty for lovers of the outdoors, too.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Chile, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Chile.

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

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

Which is Bigger, Caracas or Valdivia?

Caracas has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Valdivia. When comparing the sizes of Caracas and Valdivia, 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.

When is the best time to visit Caracas or Valdivia?

Valdivia has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Caracas experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Caracas or Valdivia in the Summer?

Both Valdivia and Caracas during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Caracas because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In July, Caracas is generally much warmer than Valdiviain January. Daily temperatures in Caracas average around 27°C (81°F), and Valdivia fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).

In Valdivia, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Caracas. In the summer, Caracas often gets less sunshine than Valdiviain January. Caracas gets 242 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Valdivia receives 296 hours of full sun.

Caracas usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Valdiviain January. Caracas gets 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Valdivia receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Caracas or Valdivia in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Caracas and Valdivia. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Caracas year-round.

Caracas is much warmer than Valdivia in the autumn. The daily temperature in Caracas averages around 28°C (83°F) in October, and Valdivia fluctuates around 11°C (52°F)in April.

In Caracas, it's very sunny this time of the year. Caracas usually receives more sunshine than Valdivia during autumn. Caracas gets 208 hours of sunny skies, while Valdivia receives 132 hours of full sun in the autumn.

Valdivia receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Caracas usually receives less rain than Valdiviain April. Caracas gets 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Valdivia receives 133 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Should I visit Caracas or Valdivia in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Caracas as well as Valdivia. Caracas attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In the winter, Caracas is much warmer than Valdivia. Typically, the winter temperatures in Caracas in January average around 26°C (78°F), and Valdivia averages at about 7°C (45°F)in July.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Caracas this time of the year. In the winter, Caracas often gets more sunshine than Valdiviain July. Caracas gets 233 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Valdivia receives 66 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Valdivia. Caracas usually gets less rain in January than Valdiviain July. Caracas gets 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Valdivia receives 312 mm (12.3 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Caracas or Valdivia in the Spring?

Both Valdivia and Caracas are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Caracas throughout the year.

In April, Caracas is generally much warmer than Valdiviain October. Daily temperatures in Caracas average around 27°C (80°F), and Valdivia fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).

Caracas usually receives less sunshine than Valdivia during spring. Caracas gets 183 hours of sunny skies, while Valdivia receives 198 hours of full sun in the spring.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Valdivia. In April, Caracas usually receives less rain than Valdiviain October. Caracas gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Valdivia receives 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Typical Weather for Valdivia and Caracas