A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Cinque Terre vs. Freeport for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Cinque Terre or Freeport?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Cinque Terre or Freeport, 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 Freeport?

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.

Freeport

When you picture the Bahamas you likely picture the beaches, resorts and playgrounds of Nassau. Just to the northwest of this tourist paradise is a tropical city founded on industry. Freeport began as mostly swampland and is now the second most populous city in the Bahamas.

This city is less of a tourist attraction - a place where you'll find the true Bahaman culture mixed in with some relaxing spots to help you unwind and get into your island vacation.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Italy, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas.


Which place is cheaper, Freeport 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.

  • Cinque Terre Prices
    Italy Prices
    Freeport Prices
    Bahamas Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Cinque Terre 170
    Freeport 247

The average daily cost (per person) in Cinque Terre is €170, while the average daily cost in Freeport is €247. 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 Freeport in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Cinque Terre 72
    Freeport 120
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Cinque Terre 144
    Freeport 240
Compare Hotels in Cinque Terre and Freeport

Looking for a hotel in Cinque Terre or Freeport? 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.

Hotels in Cinque Terre


Hotels in Freeport


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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 Freeport Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Cinque Terre 16
    Freeport 50
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cinque Terre

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Cinque Terre:


  • 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 Freeport

Also for Freeport, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Shared Round Trip Limousine Transfer : $150
  • Roundtrip Airport Transfers Grand Lucayan Resort Freeport: $30
  • Round-trip Airport Transfers to Castaway Resorts, Freeport: $30
  • Round-Trip Airport Transfer Viva Club Fortuna Freeport: $30
  • Round-Trip Airport Transfer Between Freeport Airport and Pelican Bay Resort : $30
  • Private Transfer from Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) to Freeport Port: $68
  • Private Transfer from Freeport Port to Grand Bahama Airport (FPO): $68
  • Private Transfer from FPO to Old Bahama Bay resort : $255
  • Private Transfer from FPO to Freeport hotels or resorts: $183
  • Private One way Airport Transfer in Freeport : $180
  • Old Bahama Bay to Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) - Private Transfer: $78
  • Luxury SUV Transfer from Airport, cruise port, Celebration Key : $133

Is it cheaper to fly into Cinque Terre or Freeport?

Prices for flights to both Freeport 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Cinque Terre 72
    Freeport 93
Typical Food Prices in Cinque Terre

For Cinque Terre, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Whole Pizza
    9.50
  • Panini
    3.75
  • Sitdown Dinner (for Two)
    52
  • 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:

  • Cesarine: Sunset Spritz Masterclass with Dinner in Cinque Terre: $213

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Freeport

For Freeport, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Around Town/Bahamian Cooking Experience: $175

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Cinque Terre 13
    Freeport 34
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cinque Terre

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Cinque Terre's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Double Kayak Rental (One Hour)
    10
  • Bagni Eden Beach Club Umbrella
    16
  • Cinque Terre Card (One Day)
    5.00
  • 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 Paddleboarding cruise at sunrise or sunset: $239
  • Cinque Terre Private Boat Tour: $201
  • Cinque Terre Small Group or Private Day Tour from Florence: $274

Typical Entertainment Prices in Freeport

For Freeport, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • 10 Dive Package
    254
  • 4 Hr. Kayak Tour
    60
  • 1/2 Day Snorkel Trip
    64

Tours and Activities in Freeport

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Freeport.

  • Jet Ski Tour: Explore the Bahamas Coastlines -90 minutes: $206
  • Swim with the Pigs Freeport @Creative Eco Adventures: $72
  • Bahamas Sea Scooter Snorkeling Adventure: $120
  • Clear Kayak Tour: $120
  • CocoNutz Cruisers Electric Bicycle Tour: $123
  • Eleuthera Adventure: Swings, Pigs, and Reefs: $600
  • Freeport Shore Excursion: Garden of the Groves and City Tour: $127
  • Freeport Shore Excursion: Garden of the Groves and City Tour: $126
  • Grand Bahama Culture, History & Local Flavors Tour: $280
  • Junkanoo Adventure with Bahamian Cuisine Tasting: $850
  • Go Kart Adventure Caves Pirates Beaches: $109
  • Grand Bahama Catamaran Sunset Cruise with Drinks and Snacks: $89

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Cinque Terre 6.71
    Freeport 26
Typical Alcohol Prices in Cinque Terre

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Cinque Terre:


  • 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:

  • BarCa Winery Cinqueterre Trekking & Wine Tasting & Pesto Class: $71
  • 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 Freeport

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Freeport:

  • Brewery & Taste with Beach & Shop at Largest Market on Freeport 4-hrs : $85


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

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 Freeport Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Cinque Terre or Freeport?

Freeport has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Cinque Terre. When comparing the sizes of Cinque Terre and Freeport, 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.