Which place is cheaper, Centre and Loire Valley or Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur or Centre and Loire Valley?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur or Centre and Loire Valley, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur or Centre and Loire Valley?
Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur
If you're searching for near perfect weather, sophisticated dining and a colorful countryside, you'll find your answer in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, or simply Provence, in the south of France.
This popular holiday region covers a large portion of the Mediterranean Sea all the way up to the French Alps. It is bordered on the West by the Rhone River, and in the east by Italy.
To truly appreciate Provence, you must spend more than a few days or even a week touring. Foodies, crafters and wine aficionados will think they've died and gone to Heaven when they arrive in this region of France. No matter your interests, you're going to want to sit back, have a beautiful glass of wine and experience life in the slow lane with the locals.
Centre and Loire Valley
The Loire Valley, part of the larger Centre region of France, is located in the middle stretch of the Loire River. It is referred to as the Cradle of the French and the Garden of France because of the many vineyards, fruit orchards, and vegetable fields, which line the banks of the river. The Loire Valley has been inhabited since the Middle Paleolithic period, so it has many notable historic towns, architecture, and wines. The central part of the Loire Valley is listed on the UNESCO World Heritage Sights. This area is a great location if you are looking for French splendor, style, and cuisine. The Loire Valley was once of great strategic importance between the north and south of France, so there are many amazing castles and towers in the area. The Valley is best known for its outstanding wines and its lively, sophisticated cities. The area in general has a pleasant or laid back feel, and has been called a bit of a story-book wonderland. It is definitely a must see if you're planning a trip to France.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in France, The Best River Cruises in France, The Best Bicycle Tours in France, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayProvence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur €165Centre and Loire Valley €125
The average daily cost (per person) in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur is €165, while the average daily cost in Centre and Loire Valley is €125. 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 Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur and Centre and Loire Valley in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personProvence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur €93Centre and Loire Valley €59
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomProvence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur €186Centre and Loire Valley €118
Compare Hotels in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur and Centre and Loire Valley
Looking for a hotel in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur or Centre and Loire Valley? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur €24Centre and Loire Valley €22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur:
- Private Transfer from Marseille Airport to Avignon: $273
- Transfert Avignon Marseille : $273
- Departure Private Transfer Avignon City to Avignon Airport AVN by Luxury Minibus: $241
- Arrival Private Transfer Avignon Airport AVN to Avignon City by Luxury Minibus: $241
- Private Transfer Marseille to Saint Tropez With 2h Stop in Toulon: $241
- Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Avignon - Round-Trip Transfer: $233
- Transfer from Marseille Airport to Train Station / Ports / Hotels: $164
- Transfer Vaison la Romaine and surroundings to Avignon: $164
- Transfer Avignon to Vaison la Romaine and surroundings: $164
- Marseille airport transfers : $146
- Departure Private Transfer Avignon City to Avignon Airport AVN by Luxury Van: $132
- Arrival Priate Transfer Avignon Airport AVN to Avignon City by Luxury Van: $132
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Centre and Loire Valley
Also for Centre and Loire Valley, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Nantes Airport (NTE) to Nantes hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $26
- Nantes to Nantes Airport (NTE) - Departure Private Transfer: $26
- Private Transfer from Airports to Nantes: $33
- Nantes Airport (NTE) to Nantes - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $52
- Nantes Private Transfer from Nantes city centre to Nantes Airport: $65
- Nantes Private Transfer from Nantes Airport to City centre: $65
- Private Transfer from Nantes Airport (NTE) to La Rochelle Port: $88
- Private Transfer from Nantes Hotels to La Rochelle Cruise Port: $88
- Private Transfer from Nantes Atlantique Airport NTE to Puy du Fou Park: $174
Is it cheaper to fly into Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur or Centre and Loire Valley?
Prices for flights to both Centre and Loire Valley and Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur 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 dayProvence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur €41Centre and Loire Valley €40
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur.
- Web-cooking workshop / French cuisine or French pastry: $35
- NO DIET CLUB - Best food tour in Aix en Provence (En / Fr): $62
- Marseille Sunset Apéro Food tour: $97
- Avignon Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience : $98
- Marseille Miam Miam Food tour: $104
- Aix-en-Provence Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $104
- Marseille Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $108
- Marseille Food Tour - Bakeries, Chocolate and Patisseries: $119
- Cooking Workshop with a Local Chef in Marseille: $175
- Cooking workshop with an exceptional chef in Avignon: $207
- Cooking lessons: $213
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Centre and Loire Valley
For Centre and Loire Valley, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Lunchtime Food Tour of Tours: $93
- Nantes Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience : $104
- All Inclusive Food Tour of Nantes Old Town with Local Guide: $145
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur €23Centre and Loire Valley €19
Tours and Activities in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur are as follows:
- Aix en Provence City Tour with Wine and Cheese - From Aix: $82
- 2-Hour Foodie Tour with 10 Tastings in Aix-en-Provence: $76
- 2H: City-Tour Marseille: $274
- 2H: Wine-Tour in Provence: $274
- 4-Hour Lavender Fields Tour in Valensole from Aix-en-Provence: $87
- A Day in Provence Small Group Tour from Marseille: $180
- A Tour in Provence in a typical French motorized bike : the Solex: $46
- Aix-en-Provence Walking Food and Culture Tour - 3 hour private tour: $131
- Aix-en-Provence: Private Walking Tour: $191
- All Inclusive Food & History Tour of Marseille with Local Guide: $144
- Arles and Camargue Small-Group Half-Day Tour from Avignon: $98
- Avignon Walking Tour including Pope's Palace: $75
Tours and Activities in Centre and Loire Valley
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Centre and Loire Valley.
- Guided tour of the museum - Tasting: $5.46
- Nantes Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.54
- Loire Valley Chateau d'Angers Entrance Ticket: $12
- Loire Valley Chateau d'Azay le Rideau Entrance Ticket: $14
- Chateau Gaillard Royal Domain Admission Ticket: $15
- Guided treetop adventure course in the heart of Nantes: $31
- Nantes : Private Walking Tour With A Local : $51
- Epicurean Discovery Tour with Wine & Local Specialties: $52
- Nantes Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $52
- PANORAMA TOUR OF NANTES by electric bike: $60
- Picnic in the Vines - A Unique Loire Wine Experience: $83
- Loire Valley Wine Half Day Tour in Vouvray: $104
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayProvence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur €19Centre and Loire Valley €12
Sample the Local Flavors in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur
Also in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine tasting in Sablet: $3.26
- THE CUBE: Private Tour Of Semi-Gravity Cubist Cellar with Wine Tasting: $11
- Marseille Riviera Bar Crawl Party with Free Shots and VIP Entry: $22
- E-bike tour and wine tasting from Vaison la Romaine: $65
- Half-Day Provence Pont du Gard and Wine Tasting Tour from Avignon: $87
- Half day Wine Tour in Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire from Aix en Provence: $93
- Morning Wine Tour to Chateauneuf du Pape from Avignon: $97
- Half day Wine Tour in Côteaux Aix from Aix en Provence: $98
- Afternoon Wine Tour to Chateauneuf du Pape from Avignon: $104
- Half day Wine Tour in Bandol & Cassis from Aix en Provence: $104
- Provence small group half-day wine tour from Aix: $107
- Cotes de Provence Wine Tour from Aix-en-Provence: $108
Sample the Local Flavors in Centre and Loire Valley
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Centre and Loire Valley:
- Wine tour and tasting at domain FL: $9.81
- Caves Ambacia, Tour and Wine Tasting in Amboise, Loire Valley: $20
- Tour of a Vineyard, Winery & Cellar with Wine Tasting in Vouvray, Loire Valley: $59
- Loire Valley Half Day Wine Tour from Tours : Vouvray Wine Tasting: $108
- Morning - Loire Valley Wine Tour in Vouvray and Montlouis : $137
- Loire Valley Wine Tour in Chinon & Bourgueil: $153
- Afternoon Loire Valley Wine Tour from Tours or Amboise: $158
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur and Centre and Loire Valley, we can see that Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur is more expensive. And not only is Centre and Loire Valley much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Centre and Loire Valley would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Centre and Loire Valley 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 Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur than you might in Centre and Loire Valley.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur Expensive? and Is Centre and Loire Valley Expensive?.
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