Which place is cheaper, Jasper National Park or Napa Valley?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Napa Valley or Jasper 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 Napa Valley and Jasper 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: Napa Valley or Jasper National Park?
Napa Valley
Napa Valley, in the Bay Area of California, is a popular destination for its wineries and beautiful scenery. The area, referred to as Wine Country, is just north of San Francisco and makes for a great day or weekend trip. Many honeymooners visit the area for its romantic setting and popular bed and breakfasts. The best time to visit is during the months of September and October when the grapes are wipe. This time is referred to as the harvest "crush." The summer months are also a popular time but the crowds are often overwhelming.
Jasper National Park
An UNESCO World Heritage Site, Jasper National Park, located in Canada's Alberta Province, is one of a few national and provincial parks that showcase the Canadian Rocky Mountains.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in United States of America, The Best Photography Tours in United States of America, The Best Luxury Tours to Canada, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNapa Valley $288Jasper National Park $82
The average daily cost (per person) in Napa Valley is $288, while the average daily cost in Jasper National Park is $82. 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 Napa Valley and Jasper National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNapa Valley $126Jasper National Park $45
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNapa Valley $252Jasper National Park $90
Compare Hotels in Napa Valley and Jasper National Park
Looking for a hotel in Napa Valley or Jasper 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: Napa Valley Hotel Prices and Jasper National Park Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Napa Valley $183Jasper National Park $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Napa Valley
Also for Napa Valley, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Napa, CA to Sacramento Airport (SMF) - Departure Private Transfer : $110
- Private Airport Transfer from Sonoma to SFO (One-way): $286
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jasper National Park
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jasper National Park are as follows:
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Park Pass$14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jasper National Park
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Jasper National Park:
- Jasper Thermal Resorts to Calgary Airport YYC Departure Transfer: $169
- Jasper Thermal to Edmonton Airport (YEG) Departure Transfer: $169
Is it cheaper to fly into Napa Valley or Jasper National Park?
Prices for flights to both Jasper National Park and Napa Valley 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 dayNapa Valley $62Jasper National Park $23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jasper National Park
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Jasper National Park.
- Half-Day Jasper Culture Food Tour: $107
- Peak Nic - A hike and an outdoor cooking lesson: $119
- 4-Hours E-Bike Food Tour : $201
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Napa Valley $28Jasper National Park $7.75
Tours and Activities in Napa Valley
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Napa Valley.
- Sonoma Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour & Game: $25
- Napa Valley River History Kayak Tour: Single Kayaks: $79
- Napa and Sonoma Wine and Food Experience (Napa pickup): $109
- Napa Valley Wineries Tour Including Picnic Lunch: $125
- The Original Napa Valley Wine Trolley "Up Valley" Castle Tour : $125
- The Original Napa Valley Wine Trolley Classic Tour: $125
- Sonoma Valley Open Air Wine Trolley Tour: $125
- Small-Group Wine-Tasting Tour through Sonoma Valley: $130
- Small-Group Wine-Tasting Tour through Napa Valley: $130
- Half Day Tour: $139
- Half Day Bike Tour: $139
- Napa Valley River History Kayak Tour: 2 Person Tandem : $158
Tours and Activities in Jasper National Park
Here are a few actual costs in Jasper National Park for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 5.5-Hour Jasper Wildlife and Waterfalls Tour with Maligne Lake Cruise from Jasper: $130
- Canadian Rockies Tour by Chauffeured Sidecar from Jasper: $118
- Class 3 Sunwapta River Rafting Adventure in Jasper: $94
- Columbia Icefield Tour with Glacier Skywalk from Jasper: $223
- Explore Jasper Tour: $122
- Explore Jasper Tour with Maligne Lake Cruise: $178
- From Jasper: Jasper National Park Wildlife Discovery Tour: $53
- Icefields Parkway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $17
- Jasper Evening Wildlife Tour: $63
- Jasper Ice Climbing Experience: $177
- Jasper National Park Tour: Maligne Valley, Medicine Lake and Spirit Island: $59
- Jasper Rock Climbing Experience: $108
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNapa Valley $66Jasper National Park $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Napa Valley
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Napa Valley:
- Private Self-Guided Wine Tasting Tour in Sonoma: $50
- 6 Hour Wine Tour in Napa & Sonoma with Pick-Up from Napa: $109
- Napa Cable Car Wine Tasting Tour: $129
- Intro to Wine Tasting with Napa Sommelière : $195
- Healdsburg Cycling Wine Tour : $199
- Yountville Food and Wine Tour in Napa: $275
- Napa's Downtown Food & Wine Tour : $275
- Private, Customized Sonoma Valley Wine Tour: $300
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Napa Valley and Jasper National Park, we can see that Napa Valley is more expensive. And not only is Jasper National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Jasper National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jasper National Park 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 Napa Valley would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Napa Valley than you might in Jasper National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Napa Valley Expensive? and Is Jasper 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.