A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Kalampaka (Meteora) vs. Segovia for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Kalampaka (Meteora) or Segovia?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Kalampaka (Meteora) and Segovia. 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.

Where Should I go: Kalampaka (Meteora) or Segovia?

Kalampaka (Meteora)

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.

Segovia

Segovia is a historic town of Spain, predating the Roman Empire to a time of Celtic possession. The town is also capital of a province of the same name, and was declared an UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985 for its multitude of historic structures, including a Roman aqueduct, Gothic cathedral, and royal palace.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Greece, The Best Honeymoon Tours in Greece, The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona.


Which place is cheaper, Segovia or Kalampaka (Meteora)?

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 Segovia is €145. 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 Segovia in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Kalampaka (Meteora) 65
    Segovia 75
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Kalampaka (Meteora) 130
    Segovia 150
Compare Hotels in Kalampaka (Meteora) and Segovia

Looking for a hotel in Kalampaka (Meteora) or Segovia? 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.

Hotels in Kalampaka (Meteora)


Hotels in Segovia


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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: Segovia Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Kalampaka (Meteora) 37
    Segovia 24

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kalampaka (Meteora)

Also for Kalampaka (Meteora), here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Meteora Small Group Hiking tour with Transfer and Monastery Visit: $43
  • Private Transfer From Kalabaka - Meteora To Athens: $274

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Segovia

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Segovia:

  • Balloon Ride with Transfer Option from Madrid: $262
  • Private Transfer from Toledo or Avila to Madrid MAD by Minibus: $209

Is it cheaper to fly into Kalampaka (Meteora) or Segovia?

Prices for flights to both Segovia and Kalampaka (Meteora) 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Kalampaka (Meteora) 39
    Segovia 48

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Kalampaka (Meteora) 44
    Segovia 34

Tours and Activities in Kalampaka (Meteora)

For Kalampaka (Meteora), here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Varlaam Monastery Greece Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour: $17
  • Meteora: Self-Guided App-Based Driving Tour: $17
  • Meteora: Hermit Caves Sunset Hiking Experience: $38
  • Sunset Meteora Tour on E-Bike: $40
  • Meteora All Monasteries Tour with Photo Stops: $41
  • 4-Hour Tour Morning Highlights of Meteora on E-Bike: $43
  • Meteora Sunset E-Bike Tour: $44
  • Breath-taking Meteora Sunset Tour: $44
  • Midday Meteora Monastery tour from Kalabaka's train station : $44
  • 4-hours Monasteries Tour: $44
  • Amazing Morning Meteora Monasteries Tour: $44
  • Morning Monastery E-bike Tour: $46

Tours and Activities in Segovia

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Segovia are as follows:

  • Ávila Walking Tour: $163
  • 3-Hour Private Tour of Segovia: $17
  • City Sightseeing Segovia Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $19
  • City on the Rock: Segovia Self-Guided Walking Tour: $5.99
  • E-ticket to Cathedral of Segovia with Audio Tour: $15
  • From Madrid: Segovia Highlights Private Half Day Tour: $371
  • From Madrid: Segovia Tour with Cathedral and Alcazar Entry: $42
  • Guided Tour to Tower / Guided Tour of the Tower: $8.48
  • Guided Tuktuk Tour with Stops and Drop-off in Ávila: $16
  • Half Day Segovia City with Ticket Cathedral of Segovia Audio Tour: $20
  • Madrid: Private 12-Hour Tour to Ávila and Segovia: $749
  • Private 3-hour Walking Tour of Avila with official tour guide: $134

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Kalampaka (Meteora) 11
    Segovia 24

Sample the Local Flavors in Kalampaka (Meteora)

Also in Kalampaka (Meteora), these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Meteora Private Guided Wine Tasting Experience from Kalampaka : $76


When comparing the travel costs between Kalampaka (Meteora) and Segovia, we can see that Segovia is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.

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 Segovia Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Kalampaka (Meteora) or Segovia?

Segovia has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Kalampaka (Meteora). When comparing the sizes of Kalampaka (Meteora) and Segovia, 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.

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