Which place is cheaper, Sibiu or Paros?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Paros or Sibiu?
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 Sibiu. 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 Sibiu?
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.
Sibiu
Located in the Transylvania region of Romania, Sibiu is a historic city with Germanic origins which are evident in its architecture at its old town center. There are many charming squares which showcase landmarks like Gothic churches, a Baroque palace, medieval watchtowers, and more.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in Greece, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Greece, The Best Budget Tours to Romania, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Romania.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayParos €122Sibiu €67
The average daily cost (per person) in Paros is €122, while the average daily cost in Sibiu is €67. 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 Sibiu in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personParos €53Sibiu €31
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomParos €106Sibiu €62
Compare Hotels in Paros and Sibiu
Looking for a hotel in Paros or Sibiu? 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 and Sibiu Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Paros €37Sibiu €26
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: $54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sibiu
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sibiu:
- Sibiu to Bucharest - Private Transfer: $471
- Sibiu to Balea: Bus Transfer: $69
- Bucharest to Sibiu - Private Transfer: $471
Is it cheaper to fly into Paros or Sibiu?
Prices for flights to both Sibiu 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 €45Sibiu €22
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paros
For Paros, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Naxos Town Food Tour : $91
- 4 Hour Traditional Cooking Class for Small Group: $96
- Naxos Perivoli Farm Experience & Wood-fire Cooking Class: $103
- Naxos:Half-day cooking class at Basiliko : $105
- Greek Cooking Class with Full Meal: $113
- Food Tasting and Cooking Class on Naxos with Local Market Visit: $114
- Paros Cooking Class: $115
- Naxos Old Town Private Food Tour with Dinner and Pickup: $152
- Naxos Villages Food Tour : $161
- Cooking Class with 6-Course Menu and Drinks: $639
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Paros €22Sibiu €5.89
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 and Swimming: $33
- Essence of Naxos Tour: $33
- Naxos Town & Portara Sunset Walking Tour: $33
- Naxos: Highlights of Naxos Day Tour: $33
- Naxos Half Day History and Culture Guided Tour: $33
- Naxos Sunset Walking Tour : $40
- 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
- Delos and Mykonos One Day Cruise from Naxos: $71
- Sunset Experience in Paros: $71
- Paros Island Highlights Bus Tour & Boat Trip to Antiparos: $75
Tours and Activities in Sibiu
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Sibiu are as follows:
- Alba Iulia candlelight tour - Outdoor experience: $40
- City Tour Sibiu in English: $27
- Daily Sightseeing Tour Sibiu: $9.78
- Day Tour to Biertan, Sighișoara and Mediaș: $130
- Day Tour to Bran Castle(Dracula's Castle) and Râșnov Fortress: $157
- Day Tour to Brasov and Bran: $92
- Day Tour to Corvin Castle, Deva Fortress and Alba Iulia: $155
- Day Tour to Transfăgărășan and Vidraru Dam: $196
- E-Bike Tour in the Surroundings of Sibiu: $119
- Exclusive Tour: Bran Castle, Brasov and Rasnov fortress from Sibiu: $79
- Exclusive Tour: Corvin Castle, Alba Iulia and traditional villages from Sibiu: $81
- Exclusive tour: Sighisoara, Medias and Biertan tour from Sibiu: $81
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayParos €25Sibiu €7.32
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: $163
- Paros wine tour and tasting: $165
Sample the Local Flavors in Sibiu
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sibiu:
- Private Walking Tour of Alba Iulia Citadel with Wine Tasting: $49
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Paros and Sibiu, we can see that Paros is more expensive. And not only is Sibiu much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sibiu would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sibiu 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 Paros would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paros than you might in Sibiu.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Paros Expensive? and Is Sibiu Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Paros or Sibiu?
Sibiu has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Paros. When comparing the sizes of Paros and Sibiu, 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.
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.