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
Spain PricesBasque Country Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGalicia €298Basque Country €104,676
The average daily cost (per person) in Galicia is €298, while the average daily cost in Basque Country is €104,676. 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 €97Basque Country €46,622
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGalicia €194Basque Country €
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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 €78Basque Country €15,638
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Galicia
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Galicia:
- Private Transfer from Santiago de Compostela to Porto with Tour: $210
- Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Airport (OPO): $207
- Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Hotels: $207
- Private Transfer from Santiago city hotels to La Coruna Port : $158
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago city hotels: $157
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago Airport (SCQ): $157
- Transfer from Coruna Airport to Ferrol: $144
- Santiago de Compostela Private Transfer from SCQ Airport to City centre: $69
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: $106
- Bilbao Airport Private Arrival Transfer to Various Cities : $52
- Bilbao Airport Private Departure Transfer: $52
- Bilbao Airport Transfers : Bilbao City to Bilbao Airport BIO in Luxury Car: $86
- Bilbao Private Transfer from Bilbao city centre to Bilbao Airport: $81
- Bilbao city to Bilbao Airport (BIO) - Departure Private Transfer: $69
- Private Transfer from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Bilbao Cruise Port: $95
- Private Transfer from Bilbao Cruise Port to Bilbao Airport (BIO): $95
- Private Transfer from Bilbao city to Bilbao Cruise Port: $201
- Private Transfer from Bilbao city to Vitoria Airport : $177
- Private Transfer from Bilbao to Santander Port: $278
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 €129Basque Country €35,294
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: $107
- Food Market Shopping and Cooking Workshop in A Coruña: $117
- Gourmet Hands on Cooking Class in Galicia with the Chef: $178
- Córdoba, From Market to Table: A Hands-On Cooking Adventure: $245
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:
- Bilbao Food Tour: Pintxos, Drinks, and Tapas with a Local: $107
- San Sebastian Food Tour: Pintxos, Drinks, and Tapas with a Local: $119
- Basque Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class in Bilbao: $120
- Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class in Bilbao : $120
- The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local: $126
- San Sebastian Food Tour: Pintxo Tasting Paired with Spanish Wines: $132
- Paella Cooking Class (with Basque Sangria) in Bilbao: $150
- Basque cuisine cooking class: $157
- Basque Cooking Experience: Market Tour & Hands-On Class English: $157
- Authentic Basque Cooking Class in San Sebastian Old Town: $167
- Gourmet Pintxos & Premium Wines small groups Food Tour: $217
- San Sebastián Food & History Tour: Dinner with a Local Twist: $259
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Galicia €100Basque Country €30,623
Tours and Activities in Galicia
Here are a few actual costs in Galicia for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Lugo: $91
- A Coruña Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.18
- Cathedrals Beach and Lugo Tour from A Coruña: $78
- Day Tour to the Vigo Christmas Lights from Santiago de Compostela: $54
- Discover Coruña 60 Minute Private Tour in Tuk tuk: $180
- Discover La Coruña: Exclusive Cruise Tour from Coruña: $59
- Discover Vigo Historical and Cultural Private Walking Tour: $63
- Discover Vigo: Historical and Cultural Walking Tour: $24
- E-bike Tour La Coruña: $71
- E-bike Tour with Galicia flavor: $150
- EN Small Group Historic POR Coruña Walking Tour: $32
- Excursion to Finisterre, Muxia and Cabo Vilan With Boat Cruise : $65
Tours and Activities in Basque Country
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Basque Country.
- San Sebastian Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $4.80
- San Sebastián Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.19
- Who Am I? San Sebastian Identity Puzzle Adventure: $7.21
- San Sebastian: Old Town Exploration Game and Tour: $7.52
- Bilbao Year of Love: Romantic Exploration Game and Tour: $8.43
- San Sebastian Interactive City Tour: $8.43
- San Sebastian Donostria: Self Guided Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $14
- Sampling San Sebastián's History: A Self Guided Audio Tour : $15
- San Sebastian Walking Tour with Pintxo and Drink: $18
- Guided tour of San Sebastián: $20
- Tour por el estadio Real Sociedad: $22
- Old Town Bilbao Tour in small group: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGalicia €88Basque Country €16,759
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Basque Country
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Basque Country:
- Basque Wine Tasting with Sommelier (Bilbao): $54
- Basque Best Bites - #1 Food & Wine tour of Bilbao: $120
- San Sebastian Centro Neighborhood Pintxos & Wine Tour: $131
- San Sebastian Old Town Pintxos & Wine Tour Small Group Tour: $134
- Bilbao Txakoli Wine Tour: $199
- Private Half Day Txakoli Wine Tour & Getaria Fishing Village: $211
- Open Food & Wine tours in San Sebastian: $217
- Marques de Riscal and Ysios Rioja Wine Tour w/ Lunch from Bilbao: $276
- Marques de Riscal and Ysios Architecture Wine Tour w/Lunch, SS: $288
- Rioja Wine Tour: 2 Wineries From Bilbao: $289
- Rioja Wine Tour: 2 Wineries Visit with Tasting from San Sebastian: $289
- Architectural Rioja Small Group Wine Tour with Lunch from Bilbao : $295
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.