Which place is cheaper, Basque Country or Galicia?
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 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 Bicycle Tours in Spain, and The Best Adventure Tours to Spain.
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Galicia Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGalicia €114Basque Country €144
The average daily cost (per person) in Galicia is €114, while the average daily cost in Basque Country is €144. 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 €25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Galicia
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Galicia:
- Transfer to Santiago de Compostela Airport: $221
- Private Transfer from Santiago de Compostela to Porto with Tour: $204
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago city hotels: $153
- Private Transfer from Santiago Airport (SCQ) to La Coruna Port: $152
- Private Transfer from Santiago city hotels to La Coruna Port: $152
- Transfer from Coruna Airport to Ferrol: $140
- Departure Private Transfer Santiago de Compostela to SCQ Airport by Business Car: $70
- Santiago de Compostela Private Transfer from SCQ Airport to City centre: $66
- Transfer Vigo and Vigo Airport: $58
- Santiago de Compostela Private Transfer from the city centre to SCQ Airport: $55
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: $66
- Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Bilbao city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $133
- Bilbao Airport Private Departure Transfer: $52
- Bilbao Airport Transfers : Bilbao City to Bilbao Airport BIO in Business Car: $69
- Departure Private Transfer from Bilbao City to Bilbao airport BIO by Luxury Van: $112
- Departure Transfer: Bilbao to Bilbao Airport BIO by Luxury Van: $81
- Private Transfer from Bilbao Airport to Santander Port: $292
- Private Transfer from Bilbao Cruise Port to Bilbao Airport (BIO): $92
- Private Transfer from Bilbao Cruise Port to Bilbao City Hotels: $92
- Private Transfer from Bilbao to Santander Port: $270
- Private Transfer from Elciego city to Vitoria: $230
- Private Transfer from Elciego city to Vitoria Airport: $230
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 €49Basque Country €63
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Galicia
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Galicia.
- Santiago Food Tour Tapas Drinks and Delights with a Local: $87
- Food Market Shopping and Cooking Workshop in A Coruña: $114
- Córdoba, From Market to Table: A Hands-On Cooking Adventure: $243
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:
- Food Tour and Pintxos in Tolosa, 4 Food and Drink Tastings: $57
- Bilbao Food Tour: Pintxos, Drinks, and Tapas with a Local: $88
- San Sebastian Food Tour: Pintxos, Drinks, and Tapas with a Local: $88
- Bilbao Authentic Food Tour with 9 Pintxos and Local Drinks: $113
- Traditional Basque Pintxos Cooking Class in Bilbao: $117
- The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local: $123
- Paella and Burnt Basque Cheesecake Cooking Class (in Bilbao): $146
- Basque cuisine cooking class: $152
- Basque Cooking Experience: Market Tour & Hands-On Class English: $162
- Authentic Basque Cooking Class in San Sebastian with Local Chef: $162
- Small-group Immersive Basque Cooking Class in Bilbao with Open Bar: $175
- Eat Like a True Basque San Sebastian Authentic Culinary Food Tour: $193
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:
- A CORUÑA Guided walking tour for cruise passengers: $29
- A Coruña Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.19
- Cathedrals Beach and Lugo Tour from A Coruña: $81
- Discover Coruña 1 hour Private Tour in Tuk tuk: $175
- Discover Vigo : Private Historical and Cultural Walking Tour: $115
- Discover Vigo: Historical and Cultural Walking Tour: $23
- E-bike Tour La Coruña: $76
- E-bike Tour with Galicia flavor: $146
- Electric bike tour with optional pick-up for cruisers: $76
- Excursion to Finisterre, Muxia and Cabo Vilan With Boat Cruise: $69
- Excursion to Santiago de Compostela for cruises from Coruña: $80
- Express Tour to Muxía and Cape Finisterre from Santiago: $45
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: $3.49
- San Sebastian walking tour with pintxo and drink option: $14
- Sampling San Sebastián's History: A Self Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Guggenheim Bilbao Museum Entry Ticket: $29
- Bilbao: Gugghenheim Museum E-Ticket with Gelato Tasting: $29
- San Sebastian Historic Walking Tour in Small Group: $30
- Small Group Hondarribia Historic Walking Tour: $30
- Bilbao Guggenheim Museum Entry Ticket: $35
- Bilbao Old Town Tour: $35
- Explore San Sebastián in Your First Adventure: $35
- Bilbao Highlights Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $35
- Hondarribia on Bicycle Tour of Nature and Basque Culture: $35
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: $35
- Galician Wine Tasting with Pairing Lunch: $70
Sample the Local Flavors in Basque Country
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Basque Country:
- Rioja & Txakoli Wine Tasting in Bilbao with a Local Sommelier: $58
- The Authentic Bilbao Pintxos, Food & Wine Tour with a Local: $116
- Basque Best Bites - #1 Food & Wine tour of Bilbao: $117
- San Sebastian Old Town Pintxos & Wine Tour Small Group Tour: $120
- Getaria Txakoli wine tour from San Sebastian: $169
- Small Group Basque Food, Pintxos and Wine Tour in San Sebastian: $191
- Txakoli wine tour from Bilbao: $193
- Best quality food & wine tasting tour in San Sebastian.: $210
- Open Food & Wine tours in San Sebastian: $210
- La Rioja Boutique Wine Tour & Charming Lunch (From Bilbao): $268
- Rioja Icons: Marqués de Riscal & Ysios & More Wine Tour (Bilbao): $292
- Rioja wine tour: winery and traditional lunch from San Sebastian: $292
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.