Which place is cheaper, Bad Gastein or Orkney Islands?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Orkney Islands or Bad Gastein?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Orkney Islands and Bad Gastein can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Orkney Islands or Bad Gastein?
Orkney Islands
The Orkney Islands are located off the north coast of mainland Scotland, offering incredible sights and activities set against the Atlantic Ocean. Having been inhabited for over 5,000 years, Orkney is an archaeologist's dream as ancient relics are discovered all the time, meaning there are endless places for tourists to explore. The best time to visit Orkney is from May-October, when temperatures tend to stay between 50-65° Fahrenheit and rainfall is at it's lowest. Although, with their location on the sea, rain and heavy winds are very common, so be sure to always have waterproof clothing and shoes around!
Bad Gastein
Located in the High Tauern Mountains south of Salzburg, Bad Gastein is a spa and ski town known for hotels and villas built into steep and forested slopes. While the town is most visited in the winter for skiing purposes, it is also a home base for many hiking opportunities throughout the summer.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Edinburgh, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United Kingdom, The Best 2-Week Tours in Austria, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Austria.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOrkney Islands £128Bad Gastein £104
The average daily cost (per person) in Orkney Islands is £128, while the average daily cost in Bad Gastein is £104. 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 Orkney Islands and Bad Gastein in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOrkney Islands £60Bad Gastein £53
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOrkney Islands £120Bad Gastein £106
Compare Hotels in Orkney Islands and Bad Gastein
Looking for a hotel in Orkney Islands or Bad Gastein? 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: Bad Gastein Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Orkney Islands £56Bad Gastein £34
Is it cheaper to fly into Orkney Islands or Bad Gastein?
Prices for flights to both Bad Gastein and Orkney Islands 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 dayOrkney Islands £34Bad Gastein £30
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Orkney Islands £27Bad Gastein £18
Tours and Activities in Orkney Islands
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Orkney Islands.
- Semi Private Tour - Orkney and Kirkwall : $246
- From Kirkwall - Orkney Mainland Private Tour: $275
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOrkney Islands £6.43Bad Gastein £6.72
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Orkney Islands and Bad Gastein, we can see that Orkney Islands is more expensive. And not only is Bad Gastein much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bad Gastein would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bad Gastein 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 Orkney Islands would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Orkney Islands than you might in Bad Gastein.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Orkney Islands Expensive? and Is Bad Gastein 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.