A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Lanzarote vs. Toulon for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Lanzarote or Toulon?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lanzarote or Toulon, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Lanzarote or Toulon?

Lanzarote

Lanzarote is one of Spain's Canary Islands, located off the northwestern coast of Africa. Some of its most popular features include the volcanic landscape of Timanfaya National Park, the underground caverns of Cueva de los Verdes, as well as the resort towns of Costa Teguise, Puerto del Carmen, and Playa Blanca.

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.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best Luxury Tours to France, and The Best Budget Tours to France.


Which place is cheaper, Toulon or Lanzarote?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Lanzarote is €161, while the average daily cost in Toulon is €119. 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 Lanzarote and Toulon in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Lanzarote 95
    Toulon 79
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Lanzarote 190
    Toulon 158
Compare Hotels in Lanzarote and Toulon

Looking for a hotel in Lanzarote or Toulon? 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 Lanzarote


Hotels in Toulon


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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: Toulon Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Lanzarote 40
    Toulon 7.14

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lanzarote

Also for Lanzarote, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Puerto del Carmen & Puerto Calero Boat Transfer: $12
  • Private Transfer from Arrecife hotels to Arrecife Cruise Port: $28
  • Private Transfer from Arrecife Cruise Port to Arrecife Hotels: $28
  • Aqualava Splashtastic with Transfer: $37
  • Fuerteventura at your leisure( bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $48
  • From Round-Trip Ferry Transfer to Fuerteventura: $48
  • Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers: $52
  • Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Puerto del Carmen Hotel): $82
  • Graciosa Marine Reserve Catamaran Day Trip with Transfers: $86
  • Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Playa Blanca Hotels or Address): $116
  • Lanzarote Airport Departure Transfer (Playa Blanca Hotels to Lanzarote Airport): $116

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toulon

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Toulon:

  • Transfer from Toulon Cruise Port to Marseille Provence Airport: $117
  • Private Transfer from Toulon Cruise Port to Marseille city Hotels: $117

Is it cheaper to fly into Lanzarote or Toulon?

Prices for flights to both Toulon and Lanzarote 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
    Lanzarote 42
    Toulon 30

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lanzarote

For Lanzarote, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Puerto del Carmen: Music Hall Tavern Comedy Drag Dinner Show: $52
  • Music Hall Tavern - MHT Comedy Drag Dinner Show: $54

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Toulon

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Toulon.

  • Culinary Heritage Guided Walking Food Tour: $102
  • Toulon Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience : $104

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Lanzarote 17
    Toulon 13

Tours and Activities in Lanzarote

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lanzarote.

  • Lanzarote : Museo Lagomar Entry Ticket: $8.56
  • Puerto del Carmen: Indoor 18 hole Crazy Mini Golf Experience: $8.56
  • Jose Saramago House and Library Museum Tickets : $13
  • Audio Guided Tour of the El Grifo Wine Museum: $16
  • Aquarium Entry Ticket: $16
  • Return or 1-Way Ferry Ticket to Fuerteventura: $20
  • Jameos del Agua Entry Ticket: $21
  • Janubio Salt Flats Guided Tour: $24
  • Vineyard Tour with Wine and Chocolate Tasting: $24
  • San Bartolomé: Bodegas El Grifo Winery Tour and Tasting: $27
  • Timanfaya National Park Bus Tour w/ Entry Ticket: $27
  • Aqualava Waterpark Entrance Ticket: $27

Tours and Activities in Toulon

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

  • Guided Tour in Port & Old City: $55
  • Ile de Porquerolles: VIP tour et déjeuner Fondation Carmignac: $217
  • Private Heritage Walking Tour in Toulon: $178
  • Provence Abbey of Thoronet Entrance Ticket: $9.81
  • Toulon Private Tour: $278
  • Little Train Ticket: $9.62

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Lanzarote 9.29
    Toulon 14

Sample the Local Flavors in Lanzarote

Also in Lanzarote, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Wine Tasting Tour at El Grifo Bodega: $53
  • Half Day Timanfaya Volcanic Tour with Wine Tasting: $60

Sample the Local Flavors in Toulon

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Toulon:

  • Cellar Visit & Bandol Wine Tasting (in French): $13
  • Horse riding in the vineyards of Ramatuelle + wine tasting: $97


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lanzarote and Toulon, we can see that Lanzarote is more expensive. And not only is Toulon much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Toulon would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Toulon 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 Lanzarote would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lanzarote than you might in Toulon.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lanzarote Expensive? and Is Toulon Expensive?.



When is the best time to visit Lanzarote or Toulon?

Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Lanzarote or Toulon in the Summer?

Both Toulon and Lanzarote during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the summer months attract visitors to Toulon because of the beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Lanzarote is generally around the same temperature as Toulon. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 24°C (75°F), and Toulon fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).

In Toulon, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. In the summer, Lanzarote often gets less sunshine than Toulon. Lanzarote gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Toulon receives 366 hours of full sun.

Lanzarote usually gets less rain in July than Toulon. Lanzarote gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Toulon receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Lanzarote 24°C (75°F) 
    Toulon 24°C (75°F)

Should I visit Lanzarote or Toulon in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Lanzarote and Toulon. Furthermore, the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Toulon this time of year.

Lanzarote is a little warmer than Toulon in the autumn. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 23°C (73°F) in October, and Toulon fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Toulon this time of the year. In Lanzarote, it's very sunny this time of the year. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Toulon during autumn. Lanzarote gets 224 hours of sunny skies, while Toulon receives 205 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Toulon. Lanzarote gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Toulon receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Lanzarote 23°C (73°F) 
    Toulon 16°C (61°F)

Should I visit Lanzarote or Toulon in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Lanzarote as well as Toulon. Additionally, many travelers come to Toulon for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

In the winter, Lanzarote is much warmer than Toulon. Typically, the winter temperatures in Lanzarote in January average around 17°C (63°F), and Toulon averages at about 7°C (44°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lanzarote this time of the year. In the winter, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Toulon. Lanzarote gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Toulon receives 150 hours of full sun.

Lanzarote usually gets less rain in January than Toulon. Lanzarote gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Toulon receives 73 mm (2.9 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Lanzarote 17°C (63°F) 
    Toulon 7°C (44°F)

Should I visit Lanzarote or Toulon in the Spring?

Both Toulon and Lanzarote are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Toulon in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.

In April, Lanzarote is generally much warmer than Toulon. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 20°C (68°F), and Toulon fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).

It's quite sunny in Toulon. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lanzarote. Lanzarote usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Toulon during spring. Lanzarote gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Toulon receives 245 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Toulon. Lanzarote gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Toulon receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Lanzarote 20°C (68°F) 
    Toulon 13°C (56°F)

Typical Weather for Toulon and Lanzarote

Lanzarote Toulon
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 17°C (63°F) 16 mm (0.6 in) 7°C (44°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Feb 18°C (64°F) 18 mm (0.7 in) 8°C (46°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Mar 19°C (66°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 10°C (50°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Apr 20°C (68°F) 5 mm (0.2 in) 13°C (56°F) 52 mm (2 in)
May 21°C (70°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 17°C (63°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Jun 23°C (73°F) 0 mm (0 in) 21°C (69°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Jul 24°C (75°F) 0 mm (0 in) 24°C (75°F) 5 mm (0.2 in)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 0 mm (0 in) 23°C (74°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 20°C (69°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Oct 23°C (73°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 16°C (61°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Nov 21°C (70°F) 15 mm (0.6 in) 11°C (51°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Dec 19°C (66°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 7°C (45°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)