Which place is cheaper, Basque Country or Galicia?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Galicia or Basque Country?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Galicia or Basque Country? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Galicia or Basque Country?
Galicia
Located in the lush green corner of northwestern Spain, the region of Galicia is best known for its seafood and the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela located in the capital city. With an extensive Atlantic coastline, the climate of Galicia is often damp, though there are a number of rugged beaches that are frequented during the summer season. Other highlights include a culture that traces back to Celtic tribes and unique architecture from ancient standing stones to elaborate cathedrals.
Basque Country
Upon its lush green hills that tower over the deep blue waves of the Atlantic Ocean, you will find its perfected oceanic climate and breathtaking landscape to be only the beginning of Basque Country, Spain. Basque Country, or Euskadi, is an autonomous community located in northern Spain. This community was based off the Statute of Autonomy of the Basque Country, a legal document that enabled Basque people to develop on Spanish territory. Due to its strong traditional currents in Spanish heritage as well as magnificent architecture, Basque Country is a hotspot for tourists everywhere.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain, The Best 2-Week Tours in Spain, The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGalicia €95Basque Country €119
The average daily cost (per person) in Galicia is €95, while the average daily cost in Basque Country is €119. 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 Galicia and Basque Country in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGalicia €43Basque Country €57
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGalicia €86Basque Country €114
Compare Hotels in Galicia and Basque Country
Looking for a hotel in Galicia or Basque Country? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Galicia €24Basque Country €26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Galicia
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Galicia:
- Private Transfer from Santiago de Compostela to Oporto: $189
- Transfer from Coruna Airport to Ferrol: $130
- Santiago de Compostela Private Transfer to SCQ Airport by Van: $89
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago Airport (SCQ): $72
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago city hotels: $72
- Private Transfer from Santiago Airport (SCQ) to La Coruna Port: $72
- One-Way Private Transfer From/To Vigo Airport: $54
- Santiago de Compostela Private Transfer from SCQ Airport to City centre: $51
- Santiago de Compostela Private Transfer from the city centre to SCQ Airport: $51
- Santiago de Compostela Private Transfer from the city centre to SCQ Airport: $51
- Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Airport (OPO): $42
- Departure Private Transfer Santiago de Compostela to SCQ Airport by Business Car: $38
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Basque Country
Also for Basque Country, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bilbao airport BIO to Bilbao City by Business Car: $60
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bilbao airport BIO to Bilbao City by Luxury Van: $80
- Bilbao Airport Private Departure Transfer: $46
- Bilbao Airport Transfers : Bilbao City to Bilbao Airport BIO in Luxury Van: $65
- Departure Private Transfer from Bilbao City to Bilbao airport BIO by Luxury Van: $80
- Departure Private Transfers: Bilbao City to Bilbao Airport BIO in Business Car: $50
- Departure Private Transfers: Bilbao City to Bilbao Airport BIO in Luxury Van: $65
- Private Transfer from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Bilbao Cruise Port: $74
- Private Transfer from Bilbao Airport to Santander Port: $250
- Private Transfer from Bilbao City Hotels to Bilbao Cruise Port: $74
- Private Transfer from Bilbao Cruise Port to Bilbao Airport (BIO): $74
- Private Transfer from Bilbao Cruise Port to Bilbao City Hotels: $74
Is it cheaper to fly into Galicia or Basque Country?
Prices for flights to both Basque Country and Galicia 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 dayGalicia €30Basque Country €38
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Galicia
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Galicia.
- The Great Dinner in A Coruña - Escape urban room: $64
- Food Market visit and Cooking Workshop in A Coruña: $103
- 3 Hour Tapas Tasting and Cooking Class in A Coruna: $103
- Gourmet Hands on Cooking Class in Galicia with the Chef: $162
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Basque Country
For Basque Country, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class in Bilbao : $108
- Insider Best Culinary Gems Guided Food Tour in San Sebastian: $108
- The Original Bilbao Food Tour with Wine Pairing: $113
- Basque Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class in Bilbao: $114
- San Sebastian Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $114
- Basque Flavours: High End Food Tour of Bilbao with a Local: $119
- Paella Cooking Class (with Basque Sangria) in Bilbao: $141
- Basque Cuisine Cooking Class with Market Visit: $146
- San Sebastian: Authentic Basque Cooking Class in the Old Town: $151
- Private San Sebastian Walking Food Tour: $157
- Dinner in a Gastronomic Club in San Sebastian: $173
- Basque Cooking Class in San Sebastian: $211
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Galicia €16Basque Country €30
Tours and Activities in Galicia
Here are a few actual costs in Galicia for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 Hour Private Old Town Walking Tour in La Coruña: $151
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Lugo: $81
- A Coruña Private Walking Tour : $81
- A Coruña Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.98
- A Coruña boat tour from the sea: $38
- Afternoon Walking Tour in Pontevedra: $18
- Albarino : Sensorial experience and Heritage: $128
- E-bike Tour La Coruña: $64
- Essential Walking Tour through the Emblematic Places of Coruña: $32
- Essential Walking Tour through the Emblematic Places of Vigo: $32
- Excursion to Finisterre, Muxia and Cabo Vilan With Boat Cruise : $59
- Exploring Santiago de Compostela Walking Tour for Couples : $179
Tours and Activities in Basque Country
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Basque Country.
- Bilbao´s Old Town Responsible Free Walking Tour: $2.59
- VITORIA DE LEGEND night tour: $11
- Bilbao Confidential Tour: Crime and Punishment: $13
- San Sebastian Walking Tour With Pintxo And Drink: $16
- Tour of the Great Villas in Getxo and Hanging Bridge: $16
- Bilbao tour: $17
- Bilbao tour + Artxanda Funicular in Spanish: $18
- Guided tour of San Sebastián: $18
- Bilbao Historical Small Group Tour : $28
- Private Kayak Tour along the Getxo Coast and Hanging Bridge: $34
- Bilbao Walking Small Group Tour: $38
- Walking Tour in San Sebastian: $42
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGalicia €16Basque Country €20
Sample the Local Flavors in Galicia
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Galicia:
- Santiago de Compostela: Cheese and Wine Tasting Experience: $32
- Albariño Wine Tasting with Winery Tour: $33
Sample the Local Flavors in Basque Country
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Basque Country:
- Ultimate San Sebastian Pintxos & Wine Tour (Evening): $140
- Getaria Txakoli Wine Tour with Hotel Pick-up from San Sebastian: $146
- Guided tour of Txakoli wine tasting and tasting of wine and typical products: $146
- Best quality food & wine tasting tour in San Sebastian. : $190
- Rioja Wine Tour: 2 Wineries Visit with Tasting from San Sebastian: $239
- Rioja Wine Tour: 2 Wineries From Vitoria: $239
- Rioja Wine Tour: 2 Wineries From Bilbao: $244
- Rioja Wine Tour: Winery, Tasting & Lunch from San Sebastian: $249
- Rioja Wine Tour: Winery & Traditional Lunch From Vitoria: $249
- La Rioja Boutique Wine Tour - 2 Wineries & Picnic Lunch (From Bilbao): $255
- Architectural Rioja Small Group Wine Tour with Lunch from Bilbao : $255
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Galicia and Basque Country, we can see that Basque Country is more expensive. And not only is Galicia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Galicia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Galicia 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 Basque Country would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Basque Country than you might in Galicia.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Galicia Expensive? and Is Basque Country 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.