Which place is cheaper, Kamloops or Napa Valley?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Napa Valley or Kamloops?
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 Kamloops 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 Kamloops?
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.
Kamloops
In British Columbia, Canada, Kamloops is perhaps most famous for the large number of tournaments it hosts, everything from the Strauss Canada Cup of Curling, to the World Fly Fishing Championships. It also hosts Skate Canada, Tim Horton's Olympic Qualifying Bike Race, and the World Junior Hockey Championships among others. The city is in the south central part of the province and it sits near the confluence of the two branches of the Thompson River near Kamloops Lake. The city has a population of about 85,000 and it's the largest community in the Thompson-Nicola Regional District.
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 Train & Rail Tours in Canada, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNapa Valley $288Kamloops $81
The average daily cost (per person) in Napa Valley is $288, while the average daily cost in Kamloops is $81. 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 Kamloops in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNapa Valley $126Kamloops $44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNapa Valley $252Kamloops $88
Compare Hotels in Napa Valley and Kamloops
Looking for a hotel in Napa Valley or Kamloops? 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 Kamloops Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Napa Valley $183Kamloops $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Napa Valley
Also for Napa Valley, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Airport Transfer from Sonoma to SFO (One-way): $286
- Napa, CA to Sacramento Airport (SMF) - Departure Private Transfer : $110
Is it cheaper to fly into Napa Valley or Kamloops?
Prices for flights to both Kamloops 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 $62Kamloops $24
Typical Food Prices in Kamloops
For Kamloops, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Pastries$5.81
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Lunch for Two$25
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Coffee and Gelato$12
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Napa Valley $28Kamloops $13
Tours and Activities in Napa Valley
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Napa Valley.
- #1 Sonoma Walking Food, Wine & History Tour (Small Groups): $179
- 3-Hour Guided Wine Country Tour in Sonoma on Electric Trike: $175
- Behind-the-Scenes Food and Wine E-Bike Tour: $179
- Full-Day Napa Valley E-Bike Tour: $225
- Half Day Bike Tour: $139
- Half Day Tour: $139
- Napa Valley River History Kayak Tour: 2 Person Tandem : $158
- Napa Valley River History Kayak Tour: Single Kayaks: $79
- Napa Valley Wineries Tour Including Picnic Lunch: $125
- Napa and Sonoma Wine and Food Experience (Napa pickup): $109
- Private Sidecar Winery Tour through Napa Valley: $165
- Small-Group Wine-Tasting Tour through Napa Valley: $130
Tours and Activities in Kamloops
For Kamloops, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Skip the Line: Kamloops BC Wildlife Park Admission Ticket: $14
- Smartphone Audio Driving Tour between Kamloops & Revelstoke: $6.33
- Smartphone Audio Driving Tour between Kamloops and Vancouver: $6.31
- Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Kamloops by Zombie Scavengers: $21
- Vancouver and Smartphone Audio Driving Tour: $6.21
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNapa Valley $66Kamloops $6.77
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 Kamloops, we can see that Napa Valley is more expensive. And not only is Kamloops much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kamloops would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kamloops 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 Kamloops.
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 Kamloops Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Napa Valley or Kamloops?
Napa Valley has a larger population, and is about 12% larger than the population of Kamloops. When comparing the sizes of Napa Valley and Kamloops, 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 Napa Valley or Kamloops?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Napa Valley or Kamloops in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Napa Valley and Kamloops. The summer months attract visitors to Napa Valley because of the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Napa Valley is generally around the same temperature as Kamloops. Daily temperatures in Napa Valley average around 73°F (23°C), and Kamloops fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In July, Napa Valley usually receives less rain than Kamloops. Napa Valley gets 0.1 inches (2 mm) of rain, while Kamloops receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNapa Valley 73°F (23°C)Kamloops 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Napa Valley or Kamloops in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Napa Valley as well as Kamloops. The hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Napa Valley this time of year.
Napa Valley is much warmer than Kamloops in the autumn. The daily temperature in Napa Valley averages around 62°F (17°C) in October, and Kamloops fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Napa Valley usually gets more rain in October than Kamloops. Napa Valley gets 1.3 inches (33 mm) of rain, while Kamloops receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNapa Valley 62°F (17°C)Kamloops 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Napa Valley or Kamloops in the Winter?
Both Kamloops and Napa Valley are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Napa Valley for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Kamloops can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Napa Valley is much warmer than Kamloops. Typically, the winter temperatures in Napa Valley in January average around 46°F (8°C), and Kamloops averages at about -3°C (27°F).
In January, Napa Valley usually receives more rain than Kamloops. Napa Valley gets 3.8 inches (96 mm) of rain, while Kamloops receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNapa Valley 46°F (8°C)Kamloops -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Napa Valley or Kamloops in the Spring?
Both Kamloops and Napa Valley during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Napa Valley in the spring for the natural beauty.
In April, Napa Valley is generally a little warmer than Kamloops. Daily temperatures in Napa Valley average around 56°F (13°C), and Kamloops fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
Napa Valley usually gets more rain in April than Kamloops. Napa Valley gets 1.2 inches (31 mm) of rain, while Kamloops receives 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNapa Valley 56°F (13°C)Kamloops 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Kamloops and Napa Valley
| Napa Valley | Kamloops | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 46°F (8°C) | 3.8 inches (96 mm) | -3°C (27°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Feb | 51°F (11°C) | 2.7 inches (69 mm) | 2°C (35°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 54°F (12°C) | 2.7 inches (69 mm) | 7°C (44°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 56°F (13°C) | 1.2 inches (31 mm) | 12°C (53°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 0.2 inches (5 mm) | 16°C (61°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Jun | 69°F (21°C) | 0.1 inches (3 mm) | 21°C (69°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jul | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 inches (2 mm) | 23°C (73°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Aug | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 inches (1 mm) | 23°C (73°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Sep | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 inches (7 mm) | 17°C (63°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Oct | 62°F (17°C) | 1.3 inches (33 mm) | 11°C (51°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Nov | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 inches (71 mm) | 4°C (39°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Dec | 46°F (8°C) | 2.7 inches (68 mm) | -1°C (30°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
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.