A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Plovdiv vs. Tihany for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Plovdiv or Tihany?

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 Plovdiv and Tihany can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Plovdiv or Tihany?

Plovdiv

Located in a large, hilly plain between the Rhodope Mountains in the south of Bulgaria and the Balkan Range in the central part of the country, Plovdiv sits uniquely spread across six hills. It is one of the oldest continuously-inhabited cities in the world, dating back roughly 8,000 years. Some of its best features are its ancient ruins and historic architecture.

Tihany

Located on the northern coast of Lake Balaton in Hungary, Tihany is a historic village with quaint streets and bustling squares - all centered on the twin-towered Tihany Benedictine Abbey which dates back to the 11th century.

For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Bulgaria, The Best Adventure Tours to Bulgaria, The Best Bicycle Tours in Hungary, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Hungary.


Which place is cheaper, Tihany or Plovdiv?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Plovdiv is $81, while the average daily cost in Tihany is $44. 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 Plovdiv and Tihany in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Plovdiv $44
    Tihany $19
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Plovdiv $88
    Tihany $38
Compare Hotels in Plovdiv and Tihany

Looking for a hotel in Plovdiv or Tihany? 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.

Hotels in Plovdiv


Hotels in Tihany


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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: Plovdiv Hotel Prices and Tihany Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Plovdiv $22
    Tihany $11

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Plovdiv

Also for Plovdiv, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Transfer from Plovdiv to Burgas city/airport with sedan/minivan/minibus: $193
  • Private Transfer from Pamporovo to Sofia (SOF) Airport: $162
  • Transfer from Plovdiv to Sofia: $105
  • Transfer Plovdiv to Sofia airport/city with a car 3+1: $99
  • Private One-way Transfer Plovdiv Airport to Hotel or vice versa: $43

Is it cheaper to fly into Plovdiv or Tihany?

Prices for flights to both Tihany and Plovdiv 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Plovdiv $21
    Tihany $18

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Plovdiv $16
    Tihany $4.83

Tours and Activities in Plovdiv

For Plovdiv, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Eastern Rhodopes Day Tour from Plovdiv - Thracian Tombs, History & Wine Culture: $170
  • 5-Day Guided Tour to Sofia, Plovdiv and Istanbul: $495
  • Audio Guide for All Rhodope Mountain Sights, Attractions or Experiences: $43
  • Bachkovo Monastery & Asen's Fortress - day tour from Plovdiv: $83
  • Communist Heritage Tour- Buzludzha and The Might of the East Block Aviation: $99
  • Day Tour from Plovdiv full with History, Nature & Forgotten Village Experiences: $146
  • Exclusive Private Tour in the Thracian Valley from Sofia: $95
  • Food Walk: Bulgarian Food and Culture Tour in Plovdiv: $39
  • From Bachkovo Monastery & Asen’s Fortress Tour: $83
  • From Musala Peak Full-Day Trekking Tour: $132
  • From Sofia - A Story of an Ancient State Day Tour: $97
  • Full Day Eco Private Tour in Koprivshtitsa and Plovdiv: $166

Tours and Activities in Tihany

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tihany.

  • The best of Keszthely walking tour: $99
  • Erotic Renaissance Wax Museum Entrance Ticket: $5.51
  • Lake Balaton: Paddle Board Tour of Tihany National Park: $43
  • Lake Balaton: Sunset SUP Tour Tihany: $43
  • Romantic tour around Keszthely for couples: $99
  • Special Magical Christmas Walking Tour in Keszthely: $220

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Plovdiv $9.70
    Tihany $6.60

Sample the Local Flavors in Plovdiv

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Plovdiv:

  • Chateau Copsa Wine Tasting Tours & Activities: $21
  • Plovdiv Exquisite Wine Tasting: $65
  • Thracian Valley wine tasting - private day tour from Plovdiv: $93
  • Private Day Trip From Plovdiv To Wine Cellars And Wine Tasting: $109
  • From Sofia: Plovdiv and Perushtitsa Tour With Wine Tasting: $122

Sample the Local Flavors in Tihany

Also in Tihany, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • From Budapest: Wine Tasting At Balaton Full Day Private Tour: $1,215


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Plovdiv and Tihany, we can see that Plovdiv is more expensive. And not only is Tihany much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tihany would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tihany 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 Plovdiv would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Plovdiv than you might in Tihany.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Plovdiv Expensive? and Is Tihany Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Plovdiv or Tihany?

Plovdiv has a larger population, and is about 240 times larger than the population of Tihany. When comparing the sizes of Plovdiv and Tihany, 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.