Which place is cheaper, Costa Vicentina or Como?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Como or Costa Vicentina?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Como or Costa Vicentina, 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: Como or Costa Vicentina?
Como
At the foot of the jagged cliffs of the Alps lies an expanse of shimmering waters made a golden white by the sun and pockmarked by sailors. Its blue waters beckon you to come forth and dive deep into the mystic body of Lago di Como, or Lake Como. With an area of 146 square kilometers, Lake Como is the third largest lake in Italy, right after Lake Garda and Lake Maggiore. The lake was originally named by the Romans after the city of Comum, now presently called Como. Lake Como is shaped into an inverted "Y," with towns like Como, Lecco, Bellagio, Menaggio and Lierna situated around it.
Costa Vicentina
Costa Vicentina is the beautiful coastal area in southwest Portugal which runs through both the Algarve and Alentejo Regions along the southern coast. This is actually part of the longest stretch of protected coastline in Portugal, making it one of the best places to experience the unadulterated beauty and nature of the country. Costa Vicentina offers miles of some of the best Portugal beaches, fantastic hiking trails, and lovely old villages to explore. The area sees far more Portuguese tourists than international ones, so expect Portuguese to be the only language spoken by many people, especially in the smaller villages.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Rome, The Best 10-Day Tours from Rome, The Best Walking Tours in Portugal, and The Best Luxury Tours to Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayComo €214Costa Vicentina €125
The average daily cost (per person) in Como is €214, while the average daily cost in Costa Vicentina is €125. 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 Como and Costa Vicentina in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personComo €146Costa Vicentina €66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomComo €292Costa Vicentina €132
Compare Hotels in Como and Costa Vicentina
Looking for a hotel in Como or Costa Vicentina? 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: Como Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Como €14Costa Vicentina €40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Como
Also for Como, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Argegno: Private Transfer to/from Malpensa Airport: $235
- Bellagio to Malpensa Airport Milan (MXP) - Departure Private Transfer: $78
- Como Private Transfer from Como city centre to Milan Malpensa Airport: $221
- From Bellagio or Como hotels to Venice (+water taxi) - Private Transfer: $193
- From Como : Private 1-Way Transfer to Malpensa airport: $336
- From Private 1-Way Transfer to Linate airport: $306
- From Milan center : Private 1-Way Transfer to Como: $275
- Milan Private Transfer from Cernobbio (Como) to Milan airports (LIN or MPX): $243
- Pirvate transfer from Malpensa airport to Como and Cernobbio: $207
- Private Transfer From Lecco or Malgrate: $65
- Private Transfer from Como to Milan hotels: $53
- Private Transfer from Lezzeno or Pognana Lario or Faggeto Lario: $169
Is it cheaper to fly into Como or Costa Vicentina?
Prices for flights to both Costa Vicentina and Como 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 dayComo €60Costa Vicentina €34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Como
For Como, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- COOKING, EATING, LOVING - Lasagna cooking Class for everyone!: $45
- Cantonese Dimsum Cooking Lesson in Como or Lugano with Chef Ling: $49
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Lentate Verbano with Show Cooking: $93
- Lake Como Food Tour - Eat like a real Local: $108
- Tour and historical dinner: Lake Como 1690: $131
- Como Food Tour and the Farmers Market: $139
- Homemade Pasta Cooking Class: $160
- Como Area: Pizza Training Experience: $160
- Pizza Training Experience. Como Area: $163
- Lecco Bike Tour & Pizza Lunch: $163
- Private Market Tour & Lunch or Dinner with a Local: $171
- Como Food Tour: $180
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Como -Costa Vicentina €17
Tours and Activities in Como
For Como, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Agra Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Como: $8.71
- Como Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.75
- Como Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.94
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Como and its Breathtaking Lakeside: $20
- Self-Guided Tour of Como and its Breathtaking Lakeside: $20
- Lake Self-Guided Walking Tour - Downtown Como: $21
- Como City Audio Guide and Skip The Ticket Line to Brunate: $22
- Como City Walking Tour : $27
- City Tour with Duomo Visit and First Basin Lake Cruise: $32
- Guided City Walking Tour: $32
- 90minutes Tea Preparation and Tasting Experience in Como: $33
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayComo -Costa Vicentina €8.71
Sample the Local Flavors in Como
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Como:
- Domaso: Wine Tasting at the Winery on Como Lake: $60
- Italian Wine Tasting & Food Como Lake: $70
- Lake Food and Wine tour in Colico: $114
- Wine Tastings with Chef Luigi Gandola: $135
- Private Wine Tasting in Bellagio with Chef Luigi Gandola: $185
- Food and Wine Tours Lake Como: $196
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Como and Costa Vicentina, we can see that Como is more expensive. And not only is Costa Vicentina much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Costa Vicentina would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Costa Vicentina 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 Como would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Como than you might in Costa Vicentina.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Como Expensive? and Is Costa Vicentina Expensive?.
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.