A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Nagano vs. Caracas for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Nagano or Caracas?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Nagano and Caracas 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: Nagano or Caracas?

Nagano

Nagano city and its surrounding prefecture of Japan is a temple region built around Zenkoji, a 7th century Buddhist temple that overlooks the city. Nagano was also home to the Winter Olympic Games in 1998, with some facilities still existing around town. And then there is the forested mountain Togakushi area to the northwest, which is another draw of Nagano, known for its shrines and status as the home of the Togakure Ninja School.

Caracas

Caracas is the capital city of Venezuela, and also the country's largest city. It's in the northern portion of the country and is close to the Caribbean. While Caracas may not be a major travel destination in Venezuela, it can offer interesting insight into the country's urban character. It has a great art, culinary, and music culture that truly bring the city to life. The beautiful Mount Avila overlooks the city and separates the city from the Caribbean Sea. Many locals and visitors alike head to the mountain as a quick escape. You can reach it by taking a cable car that carries you up to the SWaraira Repano Park at the very top.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Japan, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Japan.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nagano and Caracas, we can see that Nagano is more expensive. And not only is Caracas much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nagano is in Asia and Caracas is in South America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Caracas would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Caracas 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 Nagano would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nagano than you might in Caracas.

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

Which is Bigger, Nagano or Caracas?

Caracas has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Nagano. When comparing the sizes of Nagano and Caracas, 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.

When is the best time to visit Nagano or Caracas?

Nagano has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Caracas experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Nagano or Caracas in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Nagano as well as Caracas. Many visitors come to Nagano in the summer for the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences. The warm climate attracts visitors to Caracas throughout the year.

Nagano is around the same temperature as Caracas in the summer. The daily temperature in Nagano averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Caracas fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Caracas. In the summer, Nagano often gets less sunshine than Caracas. Nagano gets 136 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Caracas receives 242 hours of full sun.

Nagano receives a lot of rain in the summer. Nagano usually gets more rain in July than Caracas. Nagano gets 222 mm (8.8 in) of rain, while Caracas receives 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Nagano or Caracas in the Autumn?

Both Caracas and Nagano are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Nagano for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months. Plenty of visitors come to Caracas because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In the autumn, Nagano is much colder than Caracas. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Nagano in October average around 16°C (60°F), and Caracas averages at about 28°C (83°F).

It's quite sunny in Caracas. Nagano usually receives less sunshine than Caracas during autumn. Nagano gets 167 hours of sunny skies, while Caracas receives 208 hours of full sun in the autumn.

It's quite rainy in Nagano. In October, Nagano usually receives more rain than Caracas. Nagano gets 227 mm (9 in) of rain, while Caracas receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Should I visit Nagano or Caracas in the Winter?

Both Caracas and Nagano during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to Nagano because of the skiing, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Caracas year-round.

The weather in Nagano can be very cold. In January, Nagano is generally much colder than Caracas. Daily temperatures in Nagano average around 2°C (36°F), and Caracas fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).

In Caracas, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Nagano. In the winter, Nagano often gets less sunshine than Caracas. Nagano gets 212 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Caracas receives 233 hours of full sun.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Nagano. Nagano usually gets more rain in January than Caracas. Nagano gets 446 mm (17.5 in) of rain, while Caracas receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Nagano or Caracas in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Nagano and Caracas. The activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Nagano this time of year. Caracas attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

Nagano is much colder than Caracas in the spring. The daily temperature in Nagano averages around 11°C (52°F) in April, and Caracas fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).

Nagano usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Caracas during spring. Nagano gets 191 hours of sunny skies, while Caracas receives 183 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Nagano usually receives more rain than Caracas. Nagano gets 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Caracas receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Typical Weather for Caracas and Nagano