Which place is cheaper, Sintra-Cascais National Park or Madeira Islands?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Madeira Islands or Sintra-Cascais National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Madeira Islands and Sintra-Cascais National Park 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: Madeira Islands or Sintra-Cascais National Park?
Madeira Islands
Madeira, Portugal is an archipelago consisting of four islands, each covered with lush vegetation and mountainous landscapes. Madeira is famous for its fresh fish and namesake Madeira wine, which can be found throughout the main island. This area is the perfect blend of relaxing beaches and thrill-inducing activities such as paragliding and mountain biking. Portuguese is the main language here, although English is spoken widely by those in the tourism industry.
Sintra-Cascais National Park
The Sintra-Cascais Natural Park is located on the west coast of Portugal and is often called the place where "the land ends and the sea begins". The UNESCO listed park is famous for being home to Cabo da Roca, a seaside cliff that is actually the westernmost part of Europe. Sintra-Cascais is interesting due to their large diversity in landscape which includes sand dunes, lakes, forests, and ocean cliffs.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Portugal, The Best Bicycle Tours in Portugal, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMadeira Islands €95Sintra-Cascais National Park €142
The average daily cost (per person) in Madeira Islands is €95, while the average daily cost in Sintra-Cascais National Park is €142. 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 Madeira Islands and Sintra-Cascais National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMadeira Islands €52Sintra-Cascais National Park €63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMadeira Islands €104Sintra-Cascais National Park €126
Compare Hotels in Madeira Islands and Sintra-Cascais National Park
Looking for a hotel in Madeira Islands or Sintra-Cascais National Park? 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: Madeira Islands Hotel Prices and Sintra-Cascais National Park Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Madeira Islands €9.87Sintra-Cascais National Park €61
Is it cheaper to fly into Madeira Islands or Sintra-Cascais National Park?
Prices for flights to both Sintra-Cascais National Park and Madeira Islands 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 dayMadeira Islands €33Sintra-Cascais National Park €41
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Madeira Islands €15Sintra-Cascais National Park €27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMadeira Islands €16Sintra-Cascais National Park €13
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Madeira Islands and Sintra-Cascais National Park, we can see that Sintra-Cascais National Park is more expensive. And not only is Madeira Islands much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Madeira Islands would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Madeira Islands 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 Sintra-Cascais National Park would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sintra-Cascais National Park than you might in Madeira Islands.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Madeira Islands Expensive? and Is Sintra-Cascais National Park Expensive?.
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.