Which place is cheaper, Basque Country or Catalonia?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Catalonia or Basque Country?
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 Catalonia and Basque Country. 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: Catalonia or Basque Country?
Catalonia
Catalonia is a famous autonomous community in Spain. It is situated in the northeastern part of the country and consists of four provinces. The provinces consist of Barcelona, Girona, Lleida and Tarragona. Barcelona is not only the capital of Catalonia, but is also the biggest city in the region. Because Barcelona is such a large city and Catalonia’s long history of international trade, the area is a very popular tourist destination. Another reason for Catalonia’s success is its temperate climate. Two other reasons that make Catalonia different from other areas in Spain are, people speak Catalan, Spanish and Aranese, and its climate has both beaches and mountain ranges.
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 10-Day Tours in Spain, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain, The Best 2-Week Tours in Spain, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain.
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Catalonia Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCatalonia €207Basque Country €104,676
The average daily cost (per person) in Catalonia is €207, while the average daily cost in Basque Country is €104,676. 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 Catalonia and Basque Country in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCatalonia €99Basque Country €46,622
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCatalonia €198Basque Country €
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Compare Hotels in Catalonia and Basque Country
Looking for a hotel in Catalonia 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.Catalonia €27Basque Country €15,638
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Catalonia
Also for Catalonia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Palamós to Barcelona Airport (BNC) - Departure Private Transfer: $294
- Private Transfer from Port Aventura to Barcelona Airport : $287
- Private Transfer From Tarragona To Barcelona With a 2 Hour Stop: $261
- Reus Airport to Barcelona City private Transfer : $239
- Girona Airport (GRO) to Costa Brava - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $219
- Private Transfer from Tarragona Cruise Port to Barcelona Hotels: $211
- Private Transfer from Tarragona Port to Barcelona Airport (BCN): $211
- Private Transfer Airport Reus to Barcelona: $210
- Private Transfer from Salou, PortAventura to Airport Barcelona : $210
- Departure Private Transfer Montserrat to Barcelona Airport or City by Luxury Van: $193
- Girona Airport (GRO) to Palamós - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $161
- Girona Airport (GRO) to Costa Brava - Arrival Private Transfer: $109
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Basque Country
Also for Basque Country, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer San Sebastian to Bilbao or San Sebastian Airports by Van: $116
- Transfer S. Sebastian to Bilbao or S. Sebastian Airports by Sedan: $65
- Transfer Bilbao or San Sebastian Airports to San Sebastian by Van: $116
- Private Transfer in San Sebastian: $87
- Private Transfer from Vitoria to Laguardia town: $229
- Private Transfer from Vitoria to Bilbao Cruise Port: $228
- Private Transfer from Vitoria to Bilbao: $176
- Private Transfer from Vitoria city to Logroño Airport : $281
- Private Transfer from Vitoria city to Bilbao Airport: $176
- Private Transfer from Vitoria Airport to Elciego town: $229
- Private Transfer from San Sebastian city to Pamplona Airport : $280
- Private Transfer from San Sebastian city to Biarritz Airport : $192
Is it cheaper to fly into Catalonia or Basque Country?
Prices for flights to both Basque Country and Catalonia 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 dayCatalonia €74Basque Country €35,294
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Catalonia
For Catalonia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Girona Evening Food Tour and Tapas Bar Experience: $118
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:
- Bilbao Food Tour: Pintxos, Drinks, and Tapas with a Local: $107
- San Sebastian Food Tour: Pintxos, Drinks, and Tapas with a Local: $118
- Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class in Bilbao : $120
- Basque Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class in Bilbao: $120
- The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local: $126
- San Sebastian Food Tour: Pintxo Tasting Paired with Spanish Wines: $131
- Best Street Food Tour of San Sebastian with a Local Guide: $133
- Paella Cooking Class (with Basque Sangria) in Bilbao: $150
- Basque Cooking Experience: Market Tour & Hands-On Class English: $155
- Basque cuisine cooking class: $155
- Authentic Basque Cooking Class in San Sebastian Old Town: $165
- Private San Sebastian Walking Food Tour: $173
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Catalonia €31Basque Country €30,623
Tours and Activities in Catalonia
For Catalonia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Cadaqués Tour 1 hour stop and Super Vision underwater : $36
- Kids Buggy Experience in Salou: $72
- 2-Hour Speedboat Experience from Salou: $46
- 2h Guided Kayak Tour on the Costa Brava: $48
- Awaken the Adventure! Kayak at 8am: $30
- Basic Dali Experience & Costa Brava from Girona or Palamos: $257
- CG Gallery Lloret Ticket and Pass by Sergei Potetiunin: $11
- Cadaqués & Dalí House-Museum day trip from Girona (tickets included): $156
- Cadaqués Swimming Adventure: $36
- Castell de Lloret Castle Entry Ticket: $22
- Costa Brava South Boat Tour: $66
- Costa Brava Sunset Boat Tour from Platja d'Aro: $66
Tours and Activities in Basque Country
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Basque Country.
- " Basque Farm House & Cider house" tour + meal from San Sebastian: $111
- "A la Vasca" - Top Notch Gastro Cultural Experience: $208
- A Perfect Start to your SS visit! City/cultural Tour: $65
- Artist-Guided Tour of the Guggenheim Museum: $107
- BASQUE CRAFT BEER and FOOD - Private Gastronomic Adventure: $214
- BILBAO-City Highlights Bike Tour: $42
- Biarritz and French Coast Small Grop Tour from San Sebastian: $94
- Bilbao & Guggenheim Museum Private Walking Tour with guide: $246
- Bilbao City Tour from San Sebastian: $113
- Bilbao Electric Bike Tour: $59
- Bilbao Exclusive Private Walking Tour: $42
- Bilbao Guggenheim Museum Entry Ticket: $36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCatalonia €21Basque Country €16,759
Sample the Local Flavors in Catalonia
Also in Catalonia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Visit winery and wine tasting: $17
- Vineyard walk and wine tasting in l’Empordà: $31
- Small-Group Natural and Organic Wine Tasting near Sitges: $48
- Priorat Wine Tasting Tour from Salou with hotel pickup : $57
- The Grape Escape! Cycling in Beautiful Scenery with Wine Tasting: $61
- From Salou: wine tasting at the Vineyards with hotel Pickup : $69
- Horseback Ride and Wine Tasting Adventure: $108
Sample the Local Flavors in Basque Country
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Basque Country:
- Basque Wine Tasting with Sommelier (Bilbao): $54
- Basque Best Bites - #1 Food & Wine tour of Bilbao: $120
- San Sebastian Centro Neighborhood Pintxos & Wine Tour: $130
- San Sebastian Old Town Pintxos & Wine Tour Small Group Tour: $132
- Small Group Basque Food, Pintxos and Wine Tour in San Sebastian : $177
- Bilbao Txakoli Wine Tour: $198
- Private Half Day Txakoli Wine Tour & Getaria Fishing Village: $208
- Open Food & Wine tours in San Sebastian: $214
- Marques de Riscal and Ysios Rioja Wine Tour w/ Lunch from Bilbao: $274
- Marques de Riscal and Ysios Architecture Wine Tour w/Lunch, SS: $284
- Rioja Wine Tour: 2 Wineries Visit with Tasting from San Sebastian: $286
- Rioja Wine Tour: 2 Wineries From Bilbao: $287
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Catalonia and Basque Country, we can see that Basque Country is more expensive. And not only is Catalonia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Catalonia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Catalonia 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 Basque Country would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Basque Country than you might in Catalonia.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Catalonia 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.