A Travel Price Comparison for Greece Nafplio vs. Mykonos for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

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Should you visit Nafplio or Mykonos?

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

Should I visit Nafplio or Mykonos? 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: Nafplio or Mykonos?

Nafplio

The destination of Nafplio exists as a historic seaport town on the Peloponnese peninsula. From prevailing as a major port under royal succession in the Middle Ages to standing under the Republic of Venice, Ottoman Empire, and finally becoming capital of the First Hellenic Republic and then the Kingdom of Greece, this place has seen it all. Nafplio is now the capital of the region of Argolis.

Mykonos

Mykonos, a Greek Island in the middle of the Aegean Sea, is part of the Cyclades group. Mykonos is one of the most touristy islands in the Aegean Sea and is famous for its whitewashed buildings that climb up the hill along with historic windmills, stunning hillside views, and fantastic seafood restaurants. Because of its popularity, Mykonos comes with a hefty tourist markup. Many passengers arrive here as part of a cruise, so during the day its small streets can become crowded with tourists and its harbor fills with large ships. August and July are the most popular times to visit, so if you're hoping to avoid to crowds it's best to come a few months earlier.

Which city is cheaper, Mykonos or Nafplio?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Nafplio is €89, while the average daily cost in Mykonos 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 city. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Nafplio and Mykonos in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Nafplio €40
    Mykonos €59
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Nafplio €80
    Mykonos €118
Compare Hotels in Nafplio and Mykonos

Looking for a hotel in Nafplio or Mykonos? 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 Nafplio


Hotels in Mykonos


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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: Nafplio Hotel Prices and Mykonos Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Nafplio €37
    Mykonos €19

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nafplio

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

  • 3-Hours Private Transfer from Nafplio to Athens: $666
  • Nafplio to Athens International Airport Private Transfer: $672

Typical Local Transportation prices in Mykonos

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Mykonos:


  • Bus to Paradise Beach (for 2)
    €5.60
  • Taxi to Kalafatis
    €13

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mykonos

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mykonos:

  • Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Vryssi area up to 6 customers: $98
  • Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Tourlos area up to 6 customers: $98
  • Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Tagoo area up to 6 customers: $121
  • Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Super Paradise area up to 6 customers: $121
  • Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Platis Yalos area up to 6 customers: $98
  • Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Paraga area up to 6 customers: $121
  • Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Paradise area up to 6 customers: $121
  • Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Kalo Livadi area up to 6 customers: $121
  • Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Kalafatis area up to 6 customers: $121
  • Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Glastros area up to 6 customers: $98
  • Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Ftelia area up to 6 customers: $121
  • Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Elia area up to 6 customers: $121

Is it cheaper to fly into Nafplio or Mykonos?

Prices for flights to both Mykonos and Nafplio 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
    Nafplio €27
    Mykonos €38

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nafplio

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

  • Nafplio Walking Food Tour: $121
  • Nauplio Food Tour: $124
  • Cooking Class in Nafplio: $189

Typical Food prices in Mykonos

Some typical examples of dining costs in Mykonos are as follows:


  • Two Ice cream Cones
    €4.50

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mykonos

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

  • Traditional Lunch or Dinner at the Mykonian Spiti: $74
  • Mykonos Cooking Class: $159

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Nafplio €18
    Mykonos €18

Tours and Activities in Nafplio

For Nafplio, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Nafplio Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour: $9.08
  • Nafplio Train Tour: $13
  • Nafplio City Tour: $13
  • Nafplio City Tour: $52
  • Tour Nafplio with an e-bike!: $64
  • Horse Riding Experience in Nafplio: $70
  • Hiking Tour in Nafplio: $77
  • Nafplio Private Gastronomy Tour: $100
  • Argolis: Full-Day Tour in Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplio: $100
  • Olive Oil Tour close to Nafplio: $108
  • Cycling Tour at Nafplio: $114
  • Half day tour in Mycenae and Epidaurus from Nafplio: $128

Tours and Activities in Mykonos

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

  • Best of Mykonos island, 4 hours private tour: $281
  • Delos Tour 3 to 5 customers: $505
  • Delos Tour 6 to 10 customers: $329
  • From 6.5-Hour Cruise to Delos and Rhenia: $100
  • Mykonos Shore Excursion: City & Island Tour: $250
  • Mykonos Walking Tour: $40
  • Discover Authentic Mykonos Tour: $51
  • Full-Day Catamaran Cruise with Fresh Lunch: $318
  • Full-Day Sightseeing Tour with Lunch: $159
  • Half-Day City Walking Tour and Island Bus Tour: $44
  • Little Venice Sunset Cruise: $57
  • South Coast Beach Hopping Boat Tour with BBQ Lunch: $139

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Nafplio €5.49
    Mykonos €16

Sample the Local Flavors in Nafplio

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Nafplio:

  • Wine tour at the footsteps of Hercules in Nemea from Nafplio: $188

About these numbers

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

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