Which place is cheaper, Plovdiv or Corinth?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Corinth or Plovdiv?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Corinth or Plovdiv, 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: Corinth or Plovdiv?
Corinth
One of the oldest towns in Peloponnese, Corinth is a port city with a population of about 58,000. The area is thought to have been inhabited since at least 6000BC. In the main part of the city, "new" Corinth, there is little left to remind you of the city's rich history. Much of this area has been destroyed by earthquake. Most of the interesting archeological sights are found in "old" Corinth, a short distance away.
Plovdiv
Located in a large, hilly plain between the Rhodope Mountains in the south of Bulgaria and the Balkan Range in the central part of the country, Plovdiv sits uniquely spread across six hills. It is one of the oldest continuously-inhabited cities in the world, dating back roughly 8,000 years. Some of its best features are its ancient ruins and historic architecture.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Greece, The Best Budget Tours to Greece, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Bulgaria, and The Best Adventure Tours to Bulgaria.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCorinth €121Plovdiv €75
The average daily cost (per person) in Corinth is €121, while the average daily cost in Plovdiv is €75. 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 Corinth and Plovdiv in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCorinth €72Plovdiv €41
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCorinth €144Plovdiv €82
Compare Hotels in Corinth and Plovdiv
Looking for a hotel in Corinth or Plovdiv? 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: Plovdiv Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Corinth €7.14Plovdiv €21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Corinth
Also for Corinth, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Corinth-Loutraki-Agioi Theodoroi to Athens-Pireaus-Athens Airport: $217
- Taxi Transfer from Nafplio - Tolo to Athens Airport - Private up to 4 persons: $217
- Shared Transfer to Mycenae & Epidaurus from Nafplio: $120
- Private Transfer & Guide in Mycenae and Epidaurus from Nafplio: $271
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Plovdiv
Also for Plovdiv, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Varna: Private Transfer from Varna to Plovdiv: $376
- Transfer from Plovdiv to Stara Zagora: $87
- Transfer from Plovdiv to Sofia: $103
- Transfer from Plovdiv to Burgas city/airport with sedan/minivan/minibus: $190
- Transfer from Plovdiv to Bansko: $134
- Transfer from Pamporovo to Sofia: $98
- Transfer Plovdiv to Sofia airport/city with a car 3+1: $98
- Sofia: Private Transfer from Sofia to Plovdiv OR vice versa: $147
- Private Transfer from Pamporovo to Sofia (SOF) Airport: $160
- Private One-way Transfer Plovdiv Airport to Hotel or vice versa: $42
- Private Transfer from Plovdiv to Varna: $354
- Private Transfer from Plovdiv to Sofia / vice versa: $147
Is it cheaper to fly into Corinth or Plovdiv?
Prices for flights to both Plovdiv and Corinth 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 dayCorinth €40Plovdiv €20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Corinth
For Corinth, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Savor Nafplio Cooking Class: $125
- Cooking Class OR Demonstration & lunch in Nafplio: $126
- Nafplio Walking Food Tour: $140
- Sustainbable Cooking class, explore a mountainous village: $233
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Corinth €21Plovdiv €14
Tours and Activities in Corinth
For Corinth, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3in1; Cycling, sightseeing, tasting: $228
- Ancient Corinth & Nemea Tour to Culture: $100
- Ancient Corinth & Nemea Tour to Culture from Nafplio: $141
- Ancient Corinth Private Tour from Corinth: $68
- Ancient Epidaurus Theater and Canal of Corinth Private Tour from Corinth: $81
- Ancient Olympia Day Tour: $212
- Athens Day Tour - History & Culture: $117
- Biblical Corinth in 7 hours private tour: $458
- 3D Representations & Audiovisual Self-Guided tour: $7.45
- Cycling Tour at Nafplio: $111
- Epidaurus: Refundable Ticket for the Temple of Asclepius &Theater: $18
- Epidavros sea kayak at the Ancient sunken city tour, small ancient theater : $87
Tours and Activities in Plovdiv
For Plovdiv, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hour Private Superb Buggy Adventure: $194
- 5-Day Guided Tour to Sofia, Plovdiv and Istanbul: $486
- Bachkovo Monastery & Asen's Fortress - day tour from Plovdiv: $81
- Communist Heritage Tour- Buzludzha and The Might of the East Block Aviation: $98
- Day Tour from Plovdiv full with History, Nature & Forgotten Village Experiences: $144
- Exclusive Private Tour in the Thracian Valley from Sofia: $93
- Food Walk: Bulgarian Food and Culture Tour in Plovdiv: $38
- From Bachkovo Monastery & Asen’s Fortress Tour: $81
- From Musala Peak Full-Day Trekking Tour: $130
- From Sofia - A Story of an Ancient State Day Tour: $95
- Full Day Eco Private Tour in Koprivshtitsa and Plovdiv: $134
- Full Day Eco Private Tour in Plovdiv: $91
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCorinth €16Plovdiv €8.99
Sample the Local Flavors in Corinth
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Corinth:
- Winery Tour and Organic Fine Wine Tastings: $16
- Corinth Winery Tour and Organic Fine Wine Tastings: $21
- Nemea - Wine Tasting from Nafplion: $173
- Nemea Wine Tour from Athens, Nafplio or Nemea with Oenologists: $177
- Wine tour at the footsteps of Hercules in Nemea from Nafplio: $186
- 2. Wine Tour Nemea: The new wines of Nemea: $215
- Peloponnese Private Tour & Nemea Wine Tour & Ancient Nemea: $671
Sample the Local Flavors in Plovdiv
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Plovdiv:
- Chateau Copsa Wine Tasting Tours & Activities: $21
- Old Town Exploring Guide Roman Ruins & Wine Tasting: $80
- Thracian Valley wine tasting - private day tour from Plovdiv: $91
- Private Day Trip From Plovdiv To Wine Cellars And Wine Tasting: $108
- From Sofia: Plovdiv and Perushtitsa Tour With Wine Tasting: $133
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Corinth and Plovdiv, we can see that Corinth is more expensive. And not only is Plovdiv much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Plovdiv would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Plovdiv 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 Corinth would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Corinth than you might in Plovdiv.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Corinth Expensive? and Is Plovdiv Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Corinth or Plovdiv?
Corinth has a larger population, and is about 67% larger than the population of Plovdiv. When comparing the sizes of Corinth and Plovdiv, 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.