Should you visit Chania or Arachova?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Chania or Arachova, this travel cost comparison can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Chania
Chania is a city on the northwest coast of the Greek island of Crete. Chania is Crete's most evocative city, with its pretty Venetian quarter, crisscrossed by narrow lanes, culminating at a magnificent harbor. At the harbor entrance is a 16th-century lighthouse with Venetian, Egyptian, and Ottoman influences. On the other side, the Nautical Museum has model ships, naval objects and photographs. The former monastery of St. Francis houses the Archaeological Museum of Chania. Remnants of Venetian and Turkish architecture abound, with old townhouses now transformed into atmospheric restaurants and boutique hotels. Although all this beauty means the old town is packed with tourists in summer, it's still a great place to unwind. The Venetian Harbor is super for a stroll and a coffee or cocktail. Plus it’s got a university and a modern area to the city, which means that it retains its charm in winter. Indie boutiques and an entire lane dedicated to leather products provide good shopping and, with a multitude of creative restaurants, you’ll likely have some of your best meals on Crete here.
Arachova
A mountain town in the western part of Boeotia, Greece, Arachova has become a popular tourist destination for its traditions, proximity to Delphi, and its location in the mountains. The panoramic views of the valley, picturesque cobblestone streets, signature bell tower, and mazes of curious architecture all add to the allure of the place. Local customs are celebrated annually in honor of the patron Saint George on April 23rd.
Which city is cheaper, Arachova or Chania?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Chania is €74, while the average daily cost in Arachova is €90. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Chania and Arachova in more detail.
Accommodation
A hotel room in Chania is about €72 This assumes double occupancy and modest accommodations.
A hotel room in Arachova is about €80 This assumes double occupancy and modest accommodations.
Food
The average traveler spends about €26 per day in Chania for food, but obviously this is dependent on the type of restaurant and the amount of food ordered. To save money you can grab a lighter lunch or dinner, or you can try fast food or street food.
In Arachova travelers spend around €23 a day on food. You can save money by choosing casual restaurants or food stalls, or you can spend plenty more by dining in nicer restaurants at every meal.
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Food
Meals for one day
Chania €26
Arachova €23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chania
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Chania.
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Chania Food Tours:
$79
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The Delicious Chania PRIVATE Food Tour:
$100
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The Real Cretan Cooking Experience:
$101
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Private Walking Food Tour in Chania:
$117
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Semi Private Wine Tasting & Dinner at Sunset:
$131
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Crete Bohemian Sunset Small Group Tour with Wine Tasting and Dinner:
$156
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Full Day Bygone Crete Cooking Class Adventure:
$185
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Full-day Sfakia Region Tour from Hiking, Cooking Class, Wine Tasting:
$209
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Sunset at Machairida beach , dinner , staying overnight on board ...:
$1,914
Local Transportation
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around €12 per day to get around in Chania.
The cost of a taxi ride in Arachova is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent €41 per person, per day, on local transportation in Arachova.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chania
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Chania:
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Crete Private Transfer from Chania city to Heraklion (HER) Airport:
$291
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Private Airport Transfer: from Chania to Chania International Airport (CHQ):
$26
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Private Transfer from Chania to Sitia (JSH) Airport:
$581
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Arachova
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Arachova:
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Private Transfer From Delphi To Athens:
$187
Entertainment
Activities, things to do, and other forms of entertainment usually cost around €17 per person, per day in Chania. This cost includes the price of admission tickets to attractions and museums as well as daily tours.
Entertainment and activities in Arachova typically cost an average of €22 per person, per day. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
Tours and Activities in Chania
Here are a few actual costs in Chania for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Chania's Turbulent History: Uncover the stories of its Old Town on an audio tour:
$5.00
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40-Minute Chania Sightseeing Tour by Trikke:
$35
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Good Morning Chania Bike Tour:
$37
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Chania Exploration Bike Tour:
$49
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Small-Group Old City and Harbor Segway Tour in Chania:
$49
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Splantzia & Kum Kapi Tour:
$49
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Chania Old Town Trikke Tour- A Journey through the Centuries:
$50
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Halepa Tour:
$56
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Chania Segway Night Tour:
$61
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Chania Highlights Trikke City Tour:
$72
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Small-Group Segway Tour in the Old City and Harbor of Chania:
$73
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Food, wine and traditional products walking tour by Local Insiders’:
$86
Alcohol
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Chania may vary from person to person, on average a person spends €15 per day on alcoholic beverages.
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Arachova may vary from person to person, on average a person spends €5.14 per day on alcoholic beverages.
Sample the Local Flavors in Chania
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Chania:
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Private food tasting tour (with optional wine tasting) in Chania Crete:
$100
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Half-Day Small-Group Wine Tour in Chania:
$102
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Chania and Arachova, we can see that Arachova is more expensive. And not only is Chania much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Chania would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chania 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 Arachova would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Arachova than you might in Chania.
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