Which place is cheaper, Adeje or Kalampaka (Meteora)?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Kalampaka (Meteora) and Adeje. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Looking over the town of Kalampaka are some of the largest and most important Eastern Orthodox monasteries in Greece. They sit at the tops of gigantic natural sandstone pillars of rock, jutting of the landscape like meteors from the sky. This place is called Meteora. While the tall mounds of earth are impressive themselves, it is a wonder how man had the ability centuries ago to create the structures that remain on the cliffs today.
If you're looking for a luxurious winter getaway - the kind of place where tourists are top of mind - then you'll likely find yourself on Tenerife's coastal region. Located on the northern section of this strip is the city of Costa Adeje. Here you'll find hotels, bars, cafes and restaurants all ready to cater to every tourists wishes. It's the kind of getaway you always thought was reserved for the rich and famous. Now you can enjoy sitting in a beachy lap of luxury.
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These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Kalampaka (Meteora) is €134, while the average daily cost in Adeje is €173. 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 Kalampaka (Meteora) and Adeje in more detail.
Looking for a hotel in Kalampaka (Meteora) or Adeje? 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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Also for Kalampaka (Meteora), here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Kalampaka (Meteora), here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
For Adeje, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Also in Kalampaka (Meteora), these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kalampaka (Meteora) and Adeje, we can see that Adeje is more expensive. And not only is Kalampaka (Meteora) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kalampaka (Meteora) would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kalampaka (Meteora) 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 Adeje would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Adeje than you might in Kalampaka (Meteora).
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kalampaka (Meteora) Expensive? and Is Adeje Expensive?.
Adeje has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Kalampaka (Meteora). When comparing the sizes of Kalampaka (Meteora) and Adeje, 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.
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.
Both Adeje and Kalampaka (Meteora) are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Kalampaka (Meteora) this time of year.
Kalampaka (Meteora) is a little warmer than Adeje in the summer. The daily temperature in Kalampaka (Meteora) averages around 26°C (78°F) in July, and Adeje fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Adeje. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kalampaka (Meteora). Kalampaka (Meteora) usually receives more sunshine than Adeje during summer. Kalampaka (Meteora) gets 330 hours of sunny skies, while Adeje receives 268 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Kalampaka (Meteora) usually receives more rain than Adeje. Kalampaka (Meteora) gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Adeje receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Adeje and Kalampaka (Meteora) during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Kalampaka (Meteora) for the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Kalampaka (Meteora) is cooler than Adeje. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Kalampaka (Meteora) in October average around 17°C (62°F), and Adeje averages at about 23°C (73°F).
In Adeje, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Kalampaka (Meteora) often gets less sunshine than Adeje. Kalampaka (Meteora) gets 165 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Adeje receives 200 hours of full sun.
Kalampaka (Meteora) usually gets more rain in October than Adeje. Kalampaka (Meteora) gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Adeje receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Kalampaka (Meteora) and Adeje. Many visitors come to Kalampaka (Meteora) in the winter for the museums and the cuisine.
In January, Kalampaka (Meteora) is generally much colder than Adeje. Daily temperatures in Kalampaka (Meteora) average around 6°C (42°F), and Adeje fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
Kalampaka (Meteora) usually receives less sunshine than Adeje during winter. Kalampaka (Meteora) gets 112 hours of sunny skies, while Adeje receives 191 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Kalampaka (Meteora) usually receives less rain than Adeje. Kalampaka (Meteora) gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Adeje receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Kalampaka (Meteora) as well as Adeje. Most visitors come to Kalampaka (Meteora) for the natural beauty during these months.
Kalampaka (Meteora) is cooler than Adeje in the spring. The daily temperature in Kalampaka (Meteora) averages around 14°C (56°F) in April, and Adeje fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Adeje. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kalampaka (Meteora) this time of the year. In the spring, Kalampaka (Meteora) often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Adeje. Kalampaka (Meteora) gets 209 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Adeje receives 205 hours of full sun.
Kalampaka (Meteora) usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Adeje. Kalampaka (Meteora) gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Adeje receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
Kalampaka (Meteora) | Adeje | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
Feb | 7°C (45°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
Mar | 10°C (49°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
Apr | 14°C (56°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
May | 19°C (66°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
Jun | 23°C (74°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
Jul | 26°C (78°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
Sep | 22°C (71°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
Nov | 11°C (52°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
Dec | 7°C (44°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |