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

Should you visit Cinque Terre or La Ceiba?

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

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

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.

La Ceiba

La Ceiba is the third largest city in Honduras, situated on the north Caribbean coast. The city has a population of about a quarter million people. Many people who visit this city do so before heading into Pico Bonito National Park. It hasn't had the best infrastructure for tourists in the past but is developing fast. It is about 200 kilometers from San Pedro Sula, another large city in Honduras.

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 Honduras, and The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras.


Which place is cheaper, La Ceiba 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
    La Ceiba Prices
    Honduras Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Cinque Terre 170
    La Ceiba 63

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



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Cinque Terre 72
    La Ceiba 19
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Cinque Terre 144
    La Ceiba 38
Compare Hotels in Cinque Terre and La Ceiba

Looking for a hotel in Cinque Terre or La Ceiba? 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 La Ceiba


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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 La Ceiba Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Cinque Terre 16
    La Ceiba 26
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 La Ceiba

Some specific examples of transportation prices in La Ceiba:

  • Private Transfer from La Ceiba hotels to Banana Coast Cruise Port: $180
  • Private Transfer from Goloson Airport (LCE) to Banana Coast Port: $180
  • From Roatan: One Way Shared transfer to La Ceiba: $49
  • From Copan: One Way Shared Transfer to La Ceiba: $29
  • Ferry Transfer between La Ceiba and Roatán Island: $43

Is it cheaper to fly into Cinque Terre or La Ceiba?

Prices for flights to both La Ceiba 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
    La Ceiba 25
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:

  • Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Riomaggiore: $214
  • Cesarine: Sunset Spritz Masterclass with Dinner in Cinque Terre: $214

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Cinque Terre 13
    La Ceiba 18
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:

  • Cinque Terre Villages Walking panoramic tour: $52
  • Lemon tour in Vernazza with tasting of our limoncino and wine: $54
  • Marine Biology & Snorkelling Experience in the Cinque Terre : $65
  • Exclusive E-Bike Tour to Cinque Terre from Monterosso : $80
  • Kayak experience with Carnassa Tour in Cinque Terre + Snorkeling: $80
  • La Spezia: Cinque Terre Guided Hiking Tour: $93
  • Kayak tour from Monterosso to Vernazza: $96
  • E-Bike Tour in Cinque Terre with Aperitif in Farmhouse: $104
  • Day/Sunset tour in Cinque Terre on board a typical Ligurian gozzo boat: $119
  • The heart of the 5 Terre: Monterosso and national park ebike tour: $119
  • Cinque Terre Morning Tour: $120
  • Cinque Terre Sunset Tour : $131

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Cinque Terre 6.71
    La Ceiba 4.13
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:

  • 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


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cinque Terre and La Ceiba, we can see that Cinque Terre is more expensive. And not only is La Ceiba much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Cinque Terre is in Europe and La Ceiba 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 La Ceiba would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in La Ceiba 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 La Ceiba.

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 La Ceiba Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Cinque Terre or La Ceiba?

La Ceiba has a larger population, and is about 80 times larger than the population of Cinque Terre. When comparing the sizes of Cinque Terre and La Ceiba, 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.