Should you visit Ios or Toulon?
Should I visit Ios or Toulon? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Ios
Ios is an island in the south of Greece, located in the Cyclades group of islands in the Mediterranean Sea. It is a peaceful beach getaway by day, and a lively party scene by night. While its main town is the hub for nightlife, it is also a charming place during the day, typical of a traditional Greek village with shops and cafes against a backdrop of whitewashed buildings and turquoise waters.
Toulon
Located between Marseille and Nice, Toulon is in the western portion of the French Riviera and in the southeast of Provence. It's economy is heavily reliant on a French naval base in the area. This base is responsible for the creation of thousands of jobs. The city is also a significant tourist destination, with over 150,000 visitors every year.
Which city is cheaper, Toulon or Ios?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Ios is €73, while the average daily cost in Toulon is €95. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Ios and Toulon in more detail.
Accommodation
If you're traveling alone, you may be able to find a budget hotel or hostel for around €31. But for two people in a standard two-person hotel room in Ios the cost is €62 on average.
Toulon's average price for two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room is €126. A typical place to stay for one person, per day is €63.
Food
While meal prices in Ios can vary, the average travelers spends about €26 per day on food. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out, an average meal in Ios should cost around €10 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Ios is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
In Toulon travelers spend around €24 a day on food. You can save money by choosing casual restaurants or food stalls, or you can spend plenty more by dining in nicer restaurants at every meal.
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Food
Meals for one day
Ios €26
Toulon €24
Local Transportation
The average price of local transportation around Ios is €13 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
The cost of a taxi ride in Toulon is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent €5.71 per person, per day, on local transportation in Toulon.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toulon
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Toulon:
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Low Cost Private Transfer From Toulon-Hyères Airport to Toulon City - One Way:
$73
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Private Transfer from Toulon Hyeres Airport to Gassin:
$112
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Private Transfer from Toulon Hyeres Airport to La Croix Valmer:
$112
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Private Transfer from Toulon Hyeres Airport to Ramatuelle:
$112
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Private Transfer from Toulon Hyeres Airport to La Mole:
$112
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Private Transfer from Toulon Hyeres Airport to Cavalaire:
$112
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Private Transfer from Toulon Hyeres Airport to Le Muy:
$124
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Private Transfer from Toulon Hyeres Airport to Grimaud:
$124
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Private Transfer from Toulon Hyeres Airport to Cogolin:
$124
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Private Transfer from Toulon Hyeres Airport to Puget sur Argens:
$133
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Private Transfer from Toulon Hyeres Airport to Draguignan:
$137
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Private Transfer from Toulon Hyeres Airport to Sainte-Maxime:
$137
Is it cheaper to fly into Ios or Toulon?
Prices for flights to both Toulon and Ios 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.
Entertainment
Ios's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around €21 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
Entertainment and activities in Toulon typically cost an average of €11 per person, per day. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
Tours and Activities in Ios
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Ios are as follows:
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Ios Speed Boat Adventure:
$54
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From Ios to Sikinos Island & Winery Tour:
$96
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Half Day Sunset Sailboat tour (afternoon):
$210
Tours and Activities in Toulon
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Toulon are as follows:
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Guided Tour in Port & Old City:
$50
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Full-Day VIP Village Tour of Provence:
$498
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Provence Villages Private Day Tour including Cassis Toulon Shore Excursion:
$998
Alcohol
The average person spends about €26 on alcoholic beverages in Ios per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
The average person spends about €11 on alcoholic beverages in Toulon per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
Sample the Local Flavors in Toulon
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Toulon:
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Toulon Shore Excursion - Private Full Day Wine Tour in Provence:
$349
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ios and Toulon, we can see that Toulon is more expensive. And not only is Ios much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ios would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ios 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 Toulon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Toulon than you might in Ios.
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