Which place is cheaper, Sapporo or Mount Bromo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Mount Bromo or Sapporo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Mount Bromo or Sapporo? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Mount Bromo or Sapporo?
Mount Bromo
Mt. Bromo is the most famous active volcano in East Java at 2,329 meters high. Most visit Mt. Bromo to see the spectacular sunrise over the Tenggar-Caldera. Cemoro Lawang is the most popular town where tourists stay while visiting. Be prepared with cash ahead of time, as you'll have a hard time finding an ATM in town.
While you may be accustomed to warmer weather in other cities on the island, the highlands of Mt. Bromo will require that you dress warmly, if only for the night and early morning that you're there to see the sunrise, as temperatures may drop to freezing. There are many vendors selling hats and gloves if you need them.
Daytime temperatures, on the other hand, are much warmer in high 60s. Note that wet season takes place from November to March, and the months of January and February experience the heaviest rains and even flooding.
Sapporo
Capital of the northern Japanese island Hokkaido, Sapporo is a city surrounded by mountains and known for its beer, skiing, and annual snow festival with stunning ice sculptures. As host to the 1972 Winter Olympics, the city limits are dotted with ski jumps, hills, and popular ski resorts still in use today.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Indonesia, The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Japan, and The Best Adventure Tours to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMount Bromo $22Sapporo $106
The average daily cost (per person) in Mount Bromo is $22, while the average daily cost in Sapporo is $106. 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 Mount Bromo and Sapporo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMount Bromo $11Sapporo $63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMount Bromo $22Sapporo $126
Compare Hotels in Mount Bromo and Sapporo
Looking for a hotel in Mount Bromo or Sapporo? 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: Sapporo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mount Bromo $7.31Sapporo $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sapporo
Also for Sapporo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer: between Sapporo and Upopoy: $467
- SkyExpress Private Transfer: Sapporo to Otaru (8 Passengers): $289
- Private Transfer from Sapporo hotels to Muroran Cruise Port: $158
- Horseback-Riding in a Country Side in Sapporo - Private Transfer is Included: $154
- Private Transfer from Sapporo City Hotels to Muroran Cruise Port: $143
- Airport Transfer! Hotel in center of Sapporo to New Chitose Airport (CTS): $140
- [Airport Transfer] Smoothly move between Sapporo and New Chitose Airport with a private car! one way: $135
- Sapporo City: Private Transfer to/from New Chitose Airport: $119
- Private Transfer from Sapporo hotels to Otaru Cruise Port: $93
- New Chitose Airport ↔ Sapporo, Best Transfer Pick up Service : $66
- Shin Chitose Airport to/from Sapporo City: Shared Transfer: $37
Is it cheaper to fly into Mount Bromo or Sapporo?
Prices for flights to both Sapporo and Mount Bromo 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 dayMount Bromo $5.32Sapporo $30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sapporo
For Sapporo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Market Tour, Cooking Class and Lunch with a Local in Sapporo: $82
- Sapporo Bar Hopping Food Tour: $82
- Japanese Cooking Lesson and Meal with a Local Professional in her Lovely Home: $88
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mount Bromo $8.20Sapporo $16
Tours and Activities in Sapporo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sapporo.
- 2 Day Tour to Icebreaker Mombetsu and Asahiyama Zoo in Hokkaido: $275
- A Japanese food experience plan in Sapporo where you can enjoy tempura and 3 types of Hokkaido-only sake along with a soba making experience!: $82
- Experience Hokkaido's Summer, Furano, Blue Pond & All-you-can-eat Fresh Melon! : $99
- Experience traditional Japanese cuisine, making soba noodles in Sapporo, in a fun and casual way.: $53
- Exploring Hokkaido Nightlife Susukino Evening Walking Tour: $131
- Friday only! A Japanese food experience where you can enjoy hand-made soba noodles and a luxurious Japanese lunch! !: $164
- From 10-hour Customized Private Tour to Noboribetsu: $2,287
- From Private Customized Day Tour to Biei+Furano: $699
- From Private Customized Day Tour to Otaru: $655
- Full Day Tour Hokkaido Biei Green Pond and Furano Flower Sea: $141
- Half-day (4 hours) Sapporo city Tour: $184
- Hand-rolled sushi experience tour at Sapporo Nijo Market: $44
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMount Bromo $4.61Sapporo $7.98
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mount Bromo and Sapporo, we can see that Sapporo is more expensive. And not only is Mount Bromo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mount Bromo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mount Bromo 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 Sapporo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sapporo than you might in Mount Bromo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mount Bromo Expensive? and Is Sapporo 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.