Which place is cheaper, Mostar or Orkney Islands?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Orkney Islands or Mostar?
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 Mostar can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Orkney Islands or Mostar?
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!
Mostar
Mostar has historically been a culturally and ethnically diverse city. It was heavily bombed during the country's civil war and many of the city's most important buildings and structures were destroyed. Most significantly, the city's Old Bridge, Stari Most, was destoryed. The bridge was rebuilt through an international effort just eleven years after the war. It was completed in 2004 and included pieces of the original bridge. Today, much of the city has been rebuilt and the city is a beautiful and impressive travel destination. The old town still has much of its original charm and it is a great place to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Edinburgh, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United Kingdom, The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOrkney Islands £128Mostar £56
The average daily cost (per person) in Orkney Islands is £128, while the average daily cost in Mostar is £56. 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 Mostar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOrkney Islands £60Mostar £29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOrkney Islands £120Mostar £58
Compare Hotels in Orkney Islands and Mostar
Looking for a hotel in Orkney Islands or Mostar? 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: Mostar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Orkney Islands £56Mostar £7.00
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Mostar
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Mostar:
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Taxi To & From Blagaj (hiking)£18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mostar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mostar:
- Split to Dubrovnik via Mostar Private Transfer: $524
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Medugorje: $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Bugojno: $291
- From Scenic Private Transfer to Dubrovnik: $267
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Tomislav grad: $214
- Transfer Sarajevo ⇄ Dubrovnik + Herzegovina Tour: $196
- Transfer service from Mostar-Sarajevo: $174
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Konjic: $174
- Transfer from Sarajevo to Mostar: $160
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Jablanica: $135
- Transfer Mostar to Dubrovnik with Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj and Počitelj tour: $122
Is it cheaper to fly into Orkney Islands or Mostar?
Prices for flights to both Mostar 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 £34Mostar £21
Typical Food Prices in Mostar
Some typical examples of dining costs in Mostar are as follows:
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A Casual Dinner Out (for 2)£12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mostar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mostar.
- Mostar street food tour: $57
- Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class in Mostar: $80
- Tastes and Tales of Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Orkney Islands £27Mostar £7.58
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
Tours and Activities in Mostar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mostar are as follows:
- Charming Private Mostar Walking Tour: $43
- 2-Hour Cultural Walking Tour in One City-Three Stories of Mostar: $55
- Absolute Herzegovina Adventure - Kravice Waterfalls, Sky Walk, Blagaj, Pocitelj: $65
- All Inclusive Neretva Rafting, Day Tour from Mostar: $147
- Ancient Roman Horseback Riding Experience: $49
- Authentic Medjugorje Tour: $82
- Authentic Tour Mostar, Medjugorje, Karavice - Farm To Table: $535
- Captivating Mostar - Walking Tour for Couples: $277
- Captivating Mostar - Walking Tour for Couples: $142
- Christmas Charms in Mostar - Walking Tour: $384
- Discover Herzegovina Day Tour from Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj, Počitelj: $54
- Discovering The Karstic Landscapes - Hiking Day Tour from Mostar: $73
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOrkney Islands £6.43Mostar £3.00
Typical Alcohol Prices in Mostar
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Mostar:
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A Few Drinks (for 2)£5.30
Sample the Local Flavors in Mostar
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Mostar:
- 1-Hour Wine Tasting Tour in Medjugorje: $16
- Wine Tour & Tasting (Herzegovina): $91
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Orkney Islands and Mostar, we can see that Orkney Islands is more expensive. And not only is Mostar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mostar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mostar 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 Mostar.
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 Mostar Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Orkney Islands or Mostar?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Orkney Islands or Mostar in the Summer?
Both Mostar and Orkney Islands during the summer are popular places to visit. The summer months attract visitors to Orkney Islands because of the beaches, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
Orkney Islands is much colder than Mostar in the summer. The daily temperature in Orkney Islands averages around 12°C (54°F) in July, and Mostar fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
In Mostar, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the summer, Orkney Islands often gets less sunshine than Mostar. Orkney Islands gets 129 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 323 hours of full sun.
Orkney Islands usually gets more rain in July than Mostar. Orkney Islands gets 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyOrkney Islands 12°C (54°F)Mostar 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Orkney Islands or Mostar in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Orkney Islands and Mostar. The hiking trails and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Orkney Islands this time of year.
In the autumn, Orkney Islands is much colder than Mostar. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Orkney Islands in October average around 9°C (48°F), and Mostar averages at about 17°C (62°F).
Orkney Islands usually receives less sunshine than Mostar during autumn. Orkney Islands gets 73 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 178 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Mostar receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Orkney Islands gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Orkney Islands usually receives less rain than Mostar. Orkney Islands gets 116 mm (4.6 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberOrkney Islands 9°C (48°F)Mostar 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Orkney Islands or Mostar in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Orkney Islands as well as Mostar. Many travelers come to Orkney Islands for the museums and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Orkney Islands. In January, Orkney Islands is generally much colder than Mostar. Daily temperatures in Orkney Islands average around 4°C (39°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Orkney Islands often gets less sunshine than Mostar. Orkney Islands gets 29 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 113 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Mostar. Orkney Islands receives a lot of rain in the winter. Orkney Islands usually gets less rain in January than Mostar. Orkney Islands gets 106 mm (4.2 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryOrkney Islands 4°C (39°F)Mostar 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Orkney Islands or Mostar in the Spring?
Both Mostar and Orkney Islands are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Orkney Islands in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.
Orkney Islands is much colder than Mostar in the spring. The daily temperature in Orkney Islands averages around 6°C (43°F) in April, and Mostar fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Orkney Islands usually receives less sunshine than Mostar during spring. Orkney Islands gets 135 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 174 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Mostar. In April, Orkney Islands usually receives less rain than Mostar. Orkney Islands gets 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilOrkney Islands 6°C (43°F)Mostar 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Mostar and Orkney Islands
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 4°C (39°F) | 106 mm (4.2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (38°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (40°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 6°C (43°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 9°C (47°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 11°C (52°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 13°C (55°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 11°C (52°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 9°C (48°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (42°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (40°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 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.