Which place is cheaper, Victoria or Hope?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hope or Victoria?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Hope and Victoria can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Hope or Victoria?
Hope
Hope, located in British Columbia, Canada, is a small town in the far east of the Fraser Valley. It's at the cross section of several major highways making it a pass through point for many visitors to the area. Hope is also the location of the filming of the 1980's film Rambo: First Blood, a fact which many locals take much pride in.
Victoria
The capital city of British Columbia, Canada, Victoria is positioned near the southern edge of Vancouver Island. It's a wonderfully pleasant city and has been nicknamed the Garden City because of its vast green space and public gardens. There is a population of just over 80,000 in the city proper and almost 350,000 in the greater metropolitan area. Dating back to 1843, it's also one of the oldest cities in the Pacific Northwest. As such, it has many historic buildings and beautiful architecture. It also has the second oldest Chinatown in North America, following San Francisco's.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Vancouver, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Canada, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Canada, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHope $31Victoria $182
The average daily cost (per person) in Hope is $31, while the average daily cost in Victoria is $182. 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 Hope and Victoria in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHope $8.89Victoria $113
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHope $18Victoria $226
Compare Hotels in Hope and Victoria
Looking for a hotel in Hope or Victoria? 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: Hope Hotel Prices and Victoria Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hope -Victoria $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Victoria
Also for Victoria, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Seaplane Transfer between Victoria and Whistler: $219
- Vancouver: Seaplane Transfer between Vancouver & Victoria: $206
- Victoria to Vancouver - Vancouver Airport (YVR) Drop Off - Coach Bus Transfer: $88
- Victoria to Vancouver - Vancouver Hotel Drop Off - Coach Bus Transfer: $83
- Victoria to Vancouver - Coach Bus Transfer: $74
- Victoria to Vancouver Ferry with Bus Transfer: $73
Is it cheaper to fly into Hope or Victoria?
Prices for flights to both Victoria and Hope 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 dayHope $22Victoria $27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Victoria
For Victoria, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Chocolate Lovers Food Tour: $44
- Chinatown and Old Town Food Tour with Tastings: $58
- Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Food Tour Victoria: $60
- Victoria Delicious Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour: $73
- Sip, Savor, Stroll Evening Food Tour: $146
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hope -Victoria $45
Tours and Activities in Hope
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hope.
- Vancouver to Sun Peaks 2 days outdoor adventure tour: $1,242
Tours and Activities in Victoria
For Victoria, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3-Hour Bike Tour of Victoria City & the Coastal Shoreside: $77
- 60-Minute Beacon Hill Park Tour: $205
- 75-Minute The Royal Tour: $247
- 90-Minute The Capital Tour: $288
- Beacon Hill Park Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour of Victoria: $205
- Bike 3-hour City Highlights Tour & coastal ride: $94
- Butchart & Beyond: The Grand Victoria Tour: $329
- COMBO Victoria City Tour & Butchart Gardens & Entry Tix: $98
- Castles, Hoods & Legends - Bike Tour: $51
- Cultural & Historical Victoria Walking Tour: $16
- Downtown Victoria Food & City Tour: $60
- Eat Like a Canadian Food & Sightseeing Tour: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHope $10Victoria $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Victoria
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Victoria:
- Guided Pub Crawl with Ferry Rides and Appetizers: $48
- 3-Hour Street Art & Craft Beer Tour of Victoria, Brewery Tour & Tasting included: $102
- Victoria Wine Tour with Wine Tastings and Charcuterie: $134
- Cowichan Valley Premium Wine Tour: $439
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hope and Victoria, we can see that Victoria is more expensive. And not only is Hope much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hope would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hope 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 Victoria would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Victoria than you might in Hope.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hope Expensive? and Is Victoria Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hope or Victoria?
Victoria has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Hope. When comparing the sizes of Hope and Victoria, 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.
When is the best time to visit Hope or Victoria?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Hope or Victoria in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Hope and Victoria.
In July, Hope is generally a little warmer than Victoria. Daily temperatures in Hope average around 18°C (64°F), and Victoria fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
In July, Hope usually receives more rain than Victoria. Hope gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Victoria receives 13 mm (0.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHope 18°C (64°F)Victoria 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Hope or Victoria in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Hope as well as Victoria.
Hope is around the same temperature as Victoria in the autumn. The daily temperature in Hope averages around 10°C (51°F) in October, and Victoria fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Hope receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Hope usually gets more rain in October than Victoria. Hope gets 156 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while Victoria receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHope 10°C (51°F)Victoria 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Hope or Victoria in the Winter?
Both Victoria and Hope are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
It's quite cold in Victoria in the winter. The weather in Hope can be very cold. In the winter, Hope is much colder than Victoria. Typically, the winter temperatures in Hope in January average around 3°C (37°F), and Victoria averages at about 5°C (41°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Victoria. It's quite rainy in Hope. In January, Hope usually receives more rain than Victoria. Hope gets 201 mm (7.9 in) of rain, while Victoria receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHope 3°C (37°F)Victoria 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Hope or Victoria in the Spring?
Both Victoria and Hope during the spring are popular places to visit.
In April, Hope is generally around the same temperature as Victoria. Daily temperatures in Hope average around 9°C (49°F), and Victoria fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Hope. Hope usually gets more rain in April than Victoria. Hope gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Victoria receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHope 9°C (49°F)Victoria 10°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Victoria and Hope
| Hope | Victoria | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 201 mm (7.9 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (41°F) | 164 mm (6.4 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | 7°C (44°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 67 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (49°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (60°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 19 mm (0.8 in) |
| Sep | 15°C (59°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (51°F) | 156 mm (6.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 222 mm (8.7 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (37°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
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.