Which place is cheaper, Nassau 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 Nassau?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Cinque Terre or Nassau, 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 Nassau?
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.
Nassau
There are few vacation destinations more famous than the Bahamian city of Nassau. This capital city is full of laid back locals, relaxed tourists and the iconic pastel pink government houses.
As the largest city in the Bahamas, Nassau can hold plenty of people. Not only are there hundreds of tourists on any given day, the city is also home to 260,000 people – that is 80 percent of the Bahamas' total population.
Founded around 1650, Nassau's location made it a great spot on the trade route. So great, in fact, that it also became a popular destination for pirates – including the infamous Blackbeard.
Pack light because it's going to be pretty steamy in Nassau. The climate is essentially identical to southern Florida. It is warm and humid all year with the occasional cold snap in the winter.
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.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCinque Terre €170Nassau €198
The average daily cost (per person) in Cinque Terre is €170, while the average daily cost in Nassau is €198. 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 Nassau in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCinque Terre €72Nassau €95
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCinque Terre €144Nassau €190
Compare Hotels in Cinque Terre and Nassau
Looking for a hotel in Cinque Terre or Nassau? 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: Nassau Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cinque Terre €16Nassau €28
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Nassau are as follows:
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Water Taxi€7.00
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Taxi to Cable Beach€22
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Taxi from Airport€26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nassau
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nassau:
- Transfer Service in Nassau Bahamas: $68
- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $300
- Round trip Airport Private Transfer (Nassau Limousine): $160
- Round Trip Private Airport To Hotel Transfer in Nassau: $68
- Private Transfer from Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau Hotel or Cruise Port: $132
- Private Transfer from NAS to Nassau Hotel or Cruise Port: $132
- Private SUV One way Airport Transfer/Grocery & Liquor stop included: $200
- Private Roundtrip Sedan Cruiseport Transfer to Paradise Island: $119
- Private Roundtrip Sedan Cruiseport Transfer to Downtown Nassau: $99
- Private Roundtrip Sedan Cruiseport Transfer to Airport: $69
- Private Roundtrip Sedan Cruiseport Transfer in Nassau: $119
- Private Roundtrip Minivan Airport Transfer: $179
Is it cheaper to fly into Cinque Terre or Nassau?
Prices for flights to both Nassau 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 €72Nassau €79
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:
- Cinque Terre, Authentic Pesto Cooking Class Wine Tasting: $77
- Pesto cooking class with sea view in Riomaggiore: $184
- Cesarine: Sunset Spritz Masterclass with Dinner in Cinque Terre: $208
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nassau
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nassau.
- Conch Salad Cooking Lesson and Tasting in Nassau: $80
- Nassau Sunset Dinner Cruise: $103
- Sunset Dinner Cruise: $119
- Dinner and Dancing: $130
- All Inclusive Sunset Dinner Cruise in Nassau Bahamas: $138
- Experience Breakfast,Lunch or Dinner in the sky of Nassau Bahamas: $176
- NEW! Authentic Bahamian Cooking and Cocktails with Transfers: $179
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cinque Terre €13Nassau €32
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:
- Vernazza Wine and Culture Tour: $46
- Marine Biology & Snorkelling Experience in the Cinque Terre: $63
- Kayak experience with Carnassa Tour in Cinque Terre + Snorkeling: $87
- Cinque Terre, Genoese Pesto Experience and Gnocchi Lunch: $87
- Exclusive E-Bike Tour to Cinque Terre from Monterosso: $87
- Small Group Cinque Terre Boat Tour with Swim and Local Skipper: $94
- Sunset Boat Tour and Cinque Terre Aperitif from Monterosso: $94
- La Spezia: Cinque Terre Guided Hiking Tour: $94
- Kayak tour from Monterosso to Vernazza: $102
- Cinque Terre Boat Tour Departing from Monterosso: $103
- Sunset Boat Tour and Cinque Terre Aperitif from Monterosso: $103
- Cinque Terre Boat Tour Departing from Monterosso: $103
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Nassau are as follows:
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Jet Ski€44
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4 Hr Kayak Tour€61
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1/2 Day Snorkel Trip€66
Tours and Activities in Nassau
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nassau are as follows:
- 3 Islands Tour Swim with Pigs Turtles Snorkeling and Lunch: $175
- 3 Islands Tour, Swim with Pigs, Turtles, Snorkelling & lunch: $175
- 3 V's Guided Scooter or ATV Tour in Nassau: $250
- 3-Hour ATV Tour of New Providence (Inclusive of water & local deserts): $190
- 4-Island Tour Swimming Pigs, turtles, snorkeling , rose island,: $175
- A Thrilling ATV Adventure Exploring Nassau Bahamas: $270
- ATV Guided Historical Site Tours Nassau: $175
- ATV Half Day City Tour in Guided Tour With Free Samples: $200
- Atlantis Bridge Speed Boat Adventure: $85
- Audio Driving Tour Around St. Simons Island: $9.99
- Bahamas Adventure: Number 1 Scooter and Side by Side rentals: $140
- Bahamas Adventure: Pigs, Reef, Turtles, and Beach with Lunch: $299
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCinque Terre €6.71Nassau €17
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:
- Wine Tasting Experience at Torre Bertram: $35
- Pesto Class and Wine Tasting in Vernazza, Cinque Terre: $72
- BarCa Winery Cinqueterre Trekking & Wine Tasting & Pesto Class: $75
- Cinque terre wine tour and tasting with the somelier: $81
- Private Tour of Cinque Terre's Wine tasting with a local: $152
- Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting in Cinque Terre: $184
Typical Alcohol Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Nassau are as follows:
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Cocktail€5.69
Sample the Local Flavors in Nassau
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Nassau:
- Bottle Your Own at John Watling's Distillery: $20
- Mixology Experience at John Watling's Distillery: $80
- Rum Tasting Experience at John Watling's Distillery: $80
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cinque Terre and Nassau, we can see that Nassau 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 Nassau 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 Nassau would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nassau 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 Nassau Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cinque Terre or Nassau?
Nassau has a larger population, and is about 150 times larger than the population of Cinque Terre. When comparing the sizes of Cinque Terre and Nassau, 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.
When is the best time to visit Cinque Terre or Nassau?
Cinque Terre has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Nassau experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Cinque Terre or Nassau in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Cinque Terre as well as Nassau. The summer months attract visitors to Cinque Terre because of the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nassau throughout the year.
In the summer, Cinque Terre is cooler than Nassau. Typically, the summer temperatures in Cinque Terre in July average around 24°C (75°F), and Nassau averages at about 28°C (82°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Nassau. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cinque Terre this time of the year. In the summer, Cinque Terre often gets more sunshine than Nassau. Cinque Terre gets 316 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 273 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Nassau. Cinque Terre usually gets less rain in July than Nassau. Cinque Terre gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCinque Terre 24°C (75°F)Nassau 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Cinque Terre or Nassau in the Autumn?
Both Nassau and Cinque Terre are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Cinque Terre this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Nassau because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Cinque Terre is generally much colder than Nassau. Daily temperatures in Cinque Terre average around 17°C (63°F), and Nassau fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
It's quite sunny in Nassau. Cinque Terre usually receives less sunshine than Nassau during autumn. Cinque Terre gets 177 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 223 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Nassau. It's quite rainy in Cinque Terre. In October, Cinque Terre usually receives less rain than Nassau. Cinque Terre gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 184 mm (7.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCinque Terre 17°C (63°F)Nassau 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Cinque Terre or Nassau in the Winter?
Both Nassau and Cinque Terre during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Cinque Terre for the shopping scene and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nassau year-round.
Cinque Terre is much colder than Nassau in the winter. The daily temperature in Cinque Terre averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Nassau fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
In Nassau, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Cinque Terre often gets less sunshine than Nassau. Cinque Terre gets 105 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 220 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Cinque Terre. Cinque Terre usually gets more rain in January than Nassau. Cinque Terre gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCinque Terre 8°C (46°F)Nassau 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Cinque Terre or Nassau in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Cinque Terre and Nassau. Many visitors come to Cinque Terre in the spring for the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty. Nassau attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Cinque Terre is much colder than Nassau. Typically, the spring temperatures in Cinque Terre in April average around 14°C (57°F), and Nassau averages at about 23°C (74°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nassau this time of the year. Cinque Terre usually receives less sunshine than Nassau during spring. Cinque Terre gets 192 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 276 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Cinque Terre usually receives more rain than Nassau. Cinque Terre gets 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCinque Terre 14°C (57°F)Nassau 23°C (74°F)
Typical Weather for Nassau and Cinque Terre
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (52°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (57°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (70°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 184 mm (7.2 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 9°C (48°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
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