Which place is cheaper, Lastres or Paros?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Paros or Lastres?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Paros and Lastres. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Paros or Lastres?
Paros
A popular vacation destination for visitors to the Greek islands, Paros is the second largest island of the Cyclades group. It is characterized by beautiful Mediterranean beaches and charming seaside villages.
Lastres
A city by the sea, Lastres (or Llastres) started out as a small fishing and whaling village accessible only by a dangerous path over cliffs. Today, it is still known as the "beautiful village of Asturias," with breathtaking views of the sea, streets full of historic charm, and a grand chain of mountains just inland. It is the perfect little getaway for someone wanting to bask in the beauty of nature with all the comforts of civilization at hand.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in Greece, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Greece, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Spain, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayParos €122Lastres €133
The average daily cost (per person) in Paros is €122, while the average daily cost in Lastres is €133. 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 Paros and Lastres in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personParos €53Lastres €77
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomParos €106Lastres €154
Compare Hotels in Paros and Lastres
Looking for a hotel in Paros or Lastres? 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: Paros Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Paros €37Lastres €19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paros
Also for Paros, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Naxos Port-Airport To All Destinations: $60
Is it cheaper to fly into Paros or Lastres?
Prices for flights to both Lastres and Paros 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 dayParos €45Lastres €41
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paros
For Paros, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Two and half-hours Traditional Greek Cooking Class in Amorgos: $59
- Naxos Town Food Tour : $92
- Cretan Cooking Class and Dinner: Evening in a Rethymno Home : $96
- 4 Hour Traditional Cooking Class for Small Group: $96
- Naxos Perivoli Farm Experience & Wood-fire Cooking Class: $104
- Naxos:Half-day cooking class at Basiliko : $106
- Greek Cooking Class with Full Meal: $113
- Food Tasting and Cooking Class on Naxos with Local Market Visit: $115
- Paros Cooking Class: $116
- Naxos Old Town Private Food Tour with Dinner and Pickup: $153
- Naxos Villages Food Tour : $161
- Cooking Class with 6-Course Menu and Drinks: $642
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Paros €22Lastres €20
Tours and Activities in Paros
For Paros, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Naxos Highlights Bus Tour with Free Time for Lunch at Apeiranthos: $33
- Naxos Half Day History and Culture Guided Tour: $33
- Naxos Town & Portara Sunset Walking Tour: $33
- Essence of Naxos Tour: $33
- Naxos: Highlights of Naxos Day Tour: $33
- Naxos Sunset Walking Tour : $40
- Hiking tour on Kythnos: $49
- Cruises to Delos-Mykonos, Santorini and Koufonisi by Alexander : $49
- Full Day Bus Tour in Paros and Antiparos Islands from Paros : $61
- One Day Cruise to Koufonissi from Paros Island: $61
- Naxos Boat Trip Tour to Delos and Mykonos: $65
- Sunset Experience in Paros: $71
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayParos €25Lastres €18
Sample the Local Flavors in Paros
Also in Paros, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting and Tour in Saint Anna Winery in Naxos: $60
- Citron Tasting and Distillery 1-Hour Guided Tour in Naxos: $65
- 3 Hour Tour in Paros Wine Tasting: $164
- Paros wine tour and tasting: $166
When comparing the travel costs between Paros and Lastres, we can see that Lastres is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Paros Expensive? and Is Lastres 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.