Which place is cheaper, Telc or Kos?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Kos or Telc?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Kos and Telc can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Kos or Telc?
Kos
Kos is a Greek island and third largest island of the Dodecanese group, located near the Turkish coast in the southeast Aegean Sea. It is best known for its beautiful sandy beaches, which make it a popular tourist destination, as well as its ancient Greek and Roman landmarks.
Telc
Telc is a small city located in the southern part of the Czech Republic. It is best known for its historical center, an UNESCO World Heritage Site, which consists of a unique cobbled square lined with colorful Renaissance architecture and surrounded by moats.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Athens, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Greece, The Best Budget Tours to Czech Republic, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKos €134Telc €60
The average daily cost (per person) in Kos is €134, while the average daily cost in Telc is €60. 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 Kos and Telc in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKos €62Telc €27
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKos €124Telc €54
Compare Hotels in Kos and Telc
Looking for a hotel in Kos or Telc? 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: Kos Hotel Prices and Telc Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kos €37Telc €13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kos
Also for Kos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Roundtrip Minivan Transfer to Therma Natural Spa Beach: $23
- Lido Water Park Admission Ticket with Transfers: $24
- Paradise Beach Return Transfer: $25
- Roundtrip Bus Transfer to Mount Zia for Sunset Viewing: $27
- Kos Town: Kalymnos & Pserimos Day Cruise & Optional Transfer: $30
- Kos - Airport Private Transfer: $54
- Kos Private Transfer Services: $59
- Kos Hotels to Kos Airport Private One–Way Transfer: $59
- Kalymnos, Pserimos & Plati Island Cruise with Hotel Transfer: $59
- From Kalymnos Self-Guided Day Trip with Hotel Transfer: $59
- Artemis Hamam and Spa with Hotel Transfers Kos Island: $59
- Kos Airport to Kos Hotels Private One–Way Transfer: $64
Is it cheaper to fly into Kos or Telc?
Prices for flights to both Telc and Kos 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 dayKos €43Telc €26
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kos
For Kos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Greek Dinner with Music, Dancing, and Unlimited Wine: $43
- Kefalos Sunset Cruise from Kos with Dinner: $61
- Sunset Cruise with Swimming and BBQ Dinner: $62
- Tavern Dinner Experience with Greek Dancing and Wine: $65
- Kos Cooking Classes by Mama Contessa: $85
- Private Greek Cooking Class in Kos with Lunch: $90
- Sunset Safari Tour with Dinner: $95
- Private Cooking Class in Kos, Local Recipes: $97
- Half Day Wine Tasting with Dinner in Kos: $116
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kos €33Telc €5.18
Tours and Activities in Kos
For Kos, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.20
- Kos Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.52
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt and Walking Tour: $7.99
- Escape Game and Tour: $7.99
- Kos Town: Glass-Bottom Boat Cruise with Swimming Stops: $21
- From Zia Sunset Tour: $27
- Dory's Glass Bottom Boat Adventure in Pserimos and Pserimos Beach: $29
- Kos Island: 3-Island Wooden Ship Cruise w/ Lunch: $32
- From the Port of Full Day Boat Cruise to 3 Islands: $32
- 3-Island Cruise with Greek BBQ Lunch and Swimming: $32
- From Kalymnos, Pserimos and Plati Day Cruise: $32
- Full Day Boat Cruise to 3 Islands with optional pickup: $33
Tours and Activities in Telc
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Telc are as follows:
- Telč: Painted Ladies Historic Center Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- The Painted Ladies of Telč: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKos €19Telc €4.73
Sample the Local Flavors in Kos
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kos:
- Wineries Tour w/ Wine Tastings, Lunch & Transportation: $59
- From Tour of 2 Wineries with Wine Tasting & Small Bites: $63
- Kos Island: Wine Tasting & Zia Village Visit for Sunset: $149
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kos and Telc, we can see that Kos is more expensive. And not only is Telc much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Telc would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Telc 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 Kos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kos than you might in Telc.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kos Expensive? and Is Telc Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kos or Telc?
Kos has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Telc. When comparing the sizes of Kos and Telc, 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.
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.