Which place is cheaper, Antigua Guatemala or Cinque Terre?
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 Cinque Terre or Antigua Guatemala?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Cinque Terre or Antigua Guatemala, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Cinque Terre or Antigua Guatemala?
Cinque Terre
Located on the rugged Italian Riviera coastline, Cinque Terra consists of five seaside villages exuding a charm that dates back to medieval times. Fishing boats bob in the harbors, bringing fresh seafood to the tables of the region, while age old vineyards make for fragrant signature wines. Cinque Terre is considered to be a National Park, with its five villages earning a spot on the UNESCO World Heritage List for their beauty and timelessness.
Antigua Guatemala
Before a disastrous earthquake in 1773, Antigua was the colonial capital of Guatemala. For 200 years it had reigned as so and today shows remnants of its glorious past with Spanish colonial buildings and other architectural landmarks still standing. Due to this large amount of preserved architecture, Antigua was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is now the most touristed city of Guatemala.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Italy, The Best Adventure Tours to Guatemala, and The Best Eco Tours in Guatemala.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCinque Terre €170Antigua Guatemala €63
The average daily cost (per person) in Cinque Terre is €170, while the average daily cost in Antigua Guatemala is €63. 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 Cinque Terre and Antigua Guatemala in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCinque Terre €72Antigua Guatemala €19
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCinque Terre €144Antigua Guatemala €38
Compare Hotels in Cinque Terre and Antigua Guatemala
Looking for a hotel in Cinque Terre or Antigua Guatemala? 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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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Cinque Terre Hotel Prices and Antigua Guatemala Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cinque Terre €16Antigua Guatemala €11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cinque Terre
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Cinque Terre:
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Ferry Day Pass€15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cinque Terre
Also for Cinque Terre, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Cinque Terre to La Spezia by Car or Van: $156
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antigua Guatemala
Also for Antigua Guatemala, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Shared Transfer From Antigua to Panajachel (Atitlan): $27
- Private Transfer from Antigua to the Airport: $90
- Private Transfer from Antigua to La Aurora Airport: $28
- Private Transfer from Antigua Guatemala to Puerto Quetzal Port: $185
- Private Transfer from Antigua Guatemala to Panajachel: $65
- Private Transfer from Antigua Guatemala to La Aurora Airport: $25
- Private Transfer From Antigua to Panajachel Atitlan: $66
- Private Ground Transfer From Antigua To Guatemala City Airport: $25
Is it cheaper to fly into Cinque Terre or Antigua Guatemala?
Prices for flights to both Antigua Guatemala and Cinque Terre 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 dayCinque Terre €72Antigua Guatemala €21
Typical Food Prices in Cinque Terre
For Cinque Terre, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Whole Pizza€9.50
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Panini€3.75
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)€52
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Fresh Focaccia€2.12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cinque Terre
For Cinque Terre, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Riomaggiore: $214
- Cesarine: Sunset Spritz Masterclass with Dinner in Cinque Terre: $214
Typical Food Prices in Antigua Guatemala
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Antigua Guatemala:
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Lunch€2.77
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Lunch€6.64
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antigua Guatemala
For Antigua Guatemala, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Taste of Guatemala,Walking Food Tour in Antigua Guatemala : $50
- Antigua Street Food Tour : $65
- Private Cooking Class of Typical Guatemalan Dishes: $70
- Local Street Food Tour of Antigua: $75
- Street Food Tour Around Antigua: $80
- Guatemalan Cooking Class & Market Tour: $85
- Private Pacaya Volcano Hike & Optional Pizza Experience: $85
- Guatemalan Cooking Class and Market Tour: $85
- Authentic Guatemalan Cooking Class in Antigua: $90
- Foodie & Street Food Tour in Antigua: $95
- Guatemalan Cooking Class and Market Tour: $98
- The Culinary Antigua Food Tour: $116
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cinque Terre €13Antigua Guatemala €13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cinque Terre
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Cinque Terre's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Double Kayak Rental (One Hour)€10
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Bagni Eden Beach Club Umbrella€16
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Cinque Terre Card (One Day)€5.00
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Cinque Terre Card (Three Days)€12
Tours and Activities in Cinque Terre
For Cinque Terre, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Cinque Terre Boat Tour : $255
- 2 Hr Shared Cinque Terre Sunset Cruise with Swim Stop {wine inc!}: $179
- 3 Hour shared Cinque Terre tour + Swim Stops at Secluded Beaches!: $155
- 3-Hour Private Boat Tour of the Cinque Terre: $287
- A unique experience of the Cinque Terre by sea.: $152
- Cinque Terre Daytime Boat Tour : escape into beauty and color: $142
- Cinque Terre Hybrid Boat Tour from Monterosso: $142
- Cinque Terre Lunch boat tour: $251
- Cinque Terre Morning Tour: $120
- Cinque Terre Night Tour: $263
- Cinque Terre Paddleboarding cruise at sunrise or sunset: $239
- Cinque Terre Private Boat Tour: $201
Tours and Activities in Antigua Guatemala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Antigua Guatemala.
- ¡Pacaya Volcano Tour from Antigua!: $100
- 2 - Days : Tour to Acatenango Volcano from Antigua: $130
- 2 Day Tour: Chichicastenango Market and Lake Atitlan from Antigua: $150
- 2-Day Antigua Tour 1 Night at Acatenango Volcano: $87
- 2-Day Kayak and Hike Adventure Package from Antigua: $219
- 3-Hour Chateau Defay Vineyard Tour in Central America: $78
- ANTIGUA Villages Tour: $103
- ATV Cultural & Adventure Tour: Antigua Villages Experience: $95
- ATV Tour of the Magic Towns of Antigua: $65
- ATV or UTV Coffee Tour in Antigua Guatemala: $75
- Acatenango 2 Days Camping Adventure: $128
- Acatenango Overnight Hike Multiday Tour: $129
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCinque Terre €6.71Antigua Guatemala €9.74
Typical Alcohol Prices in Cinque Terre
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Cinque Terre:
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Glass of Local Wine€2.90
Sample the Local Flavors in Cinque Terre
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cinque Terre:
- Tour to the Sanctuary of Vernazza with DOC 5 Terre wine tasting: $66
- BarCa Winery Cinqueterre Trekking & Wine Tasting & Pesto Class: $72
- Pesto Class and Wine Tasting in Vernazza, Cinque Terre: $74
- Cinque terre wine tour and tasting with the somelier: $80
- Eco Hiking and Wine Tasting in Cinque Terre : $106
- Private Tour of Cinque Terre's Wine tasting with a local: $156
- Cinque Terre Walking Tour with Food and Wine Tastings: $166
Sample the Local Flavors in Antigua Guatemala
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Antigua Guatemala:
- Antigua Bar Crawl: $26
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cinque Terre and Antigua Guatemala, we can see that Cinque Terre is more expensive. And not only is Antigua Guatemala much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Cinque Terre is in Europe and Antigua Guatemala is in Central America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Antigua Guatemala would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Antigua Guatemala 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 Cinque Terre would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cinque Terre than you might in Antigua Guatemala.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cinque Terre Expensive? and Is Antigua Guatemala Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cinque Terre or Antigua Guatemala?
Antigua Guatemala has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Cinque Terre. When comparing the sizes of Cinque Terre and Antigua Guatemala, 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.
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.