Which place is cheaper, Basque Country or Provincie Friesland?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Provincie Friesland or Basque Country?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Provincie Friesland or Basque Country? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Provincie Friesland or Basque Country?
Provincie Friesland
Friesland is the northwestern province in the Netherlands with a population of 646,000. Frisian and Dutch are the two languages spoken in this province. Including all of the water in the province, it is the largest in the Netherlands. Friesland is visited by many people who have an interest in water sports, as there are many canals, lakes, rivers, and sea throughout the province. In fact, most towns are connected by water as well as by road. UNESCO deems the Wadden Sea a World Heritage Site for its stunning nature.
Basque Country
Upon its lush green hills that tower over the deep blue waves of the Atlantic Ocean, you will find its perfected oceanic climate and breathtaking landscape to be only the beginning of Basque Country, Spain. Basque Country, or Euskadi, is an autonomous community located in northern Spain. This community was based off the Statute of Autonomy of the Basque Country, a legal document that enabled Basque people to develop on Spanish territory. Due to its strong traditional currents in Spanish heritage as well as magnificent architecture, Basque Country is a hotspot for tourists everywhere.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Netherlands, The Best Adventure Tours to Netherlands, The Best 2-Week Tours in Spain, and The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayProvincie Friesland €0.00Basque Country €119
The average daily cost (per person) in Provincie Friesland is €0.00, while the average daily cost in Basque Country is €119. 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 Provincie Friesland and Basque Country in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personProvincie Friesland -Basque Country €57
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomProvincie Friesland €0.00Basque Country €114
Compare Hotels in Provincie Friesland and Basque Country
Looking for a hotel in Provincie Friesland or Basque Country? 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.Provincie Friesland -Basque Country €26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Basque Country
Also for Basque Country, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private One way Airport Transfer Bilbao Airport to from Bilbao: $33
- Private transfer from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Bilbao City Center: $33
- Private transfer from Bilbao City Center to Bilbao Airport (BIO): $33
- Bilbao Airport Private Arrival Transfer to Various Cities : $45
- Departure Private Transfers: Bilbao City to Bilbao Airport BIO in Business Car: $50
- Bilbao Airport Transfers : Bilbao City to Bilbao Airport BIO in Business Car: $50
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bilbao airport BIO to Bilbao City by Business Car: $60
- Departure Private Transfers: Bilbao City to Bilbao Airport BIO in Luxury Van: $66
- Bilbao Airport Transfers : Bilbao City to Bilbao Airport BIO in Luxury Van: $66
- Private one way arrival OR departure transfer in Bilbao from/to airport: $67
- Bilbao Airport Transfers : Bilbao City to Bilbao Airport BIO in Luxury Car: $70
- Private Transfer from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Bilbao Cruise Port: $74
Is it cheaper to fly into Provincie Friesland or Basque Country?
Prices for flights to both Basque Country and Provincie Friesland 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 dayProvincie Friesland -Basque Country €38
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Basque Country
For Basque Country, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- San Sebastian Walking and Food Tour: $104
- Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class in Bilbao : $109
- Insider Best Culinary Gems Guided Food Tour in San Sebastian: $109
- The Original Bilbao Food Tour with Wine Pairing: $115
- Basque Flavours: High End Food Tour of Bilbao with a Local: $120
- Paella Cooking Class (with Basque Sangria) in Bilbao: $142
- Basque Cuisine Cooking Class with Market Visit: $148
- Full Day San Sebastian Food Tour : $150
- I travel for Food Tour in San Sebastian: $152
- San Sebastian: Authentic Basque Cooking Class in the Old Town: $152
- Private San Sebastian Walking Food Tour: $158
- Michelin Star Secrets Cooking Class in San Sebastian: $213
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Provincie Friesland -Basque Country €30
Tours and Activities in Basque Country
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Basque Country.
- VITORIA DE LEGEND night tour: $11
- Bilbao Confidential Tour: Industrialists and Bourgeois: $13
- San Sebastian Walking Tour With Pintxo And Drink: $16
- Tour of the Great Villas in Getxo and Hanging Bridge: $16
- Bilbao tour: $17
- Guided tour of San Sebastián: $19
- Bilbao Historical Small Group Tour : $28
- Private Kayak Tour along the Getxo Coast and Hanging Bridge: $34
- BILBAO-City Highlights Bike Tour: $36
- Bilbao Walking Small Group Tour: $38
- Walking Tour in San Sebastian: $43
- City tour, bike ride: $45
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayProvincie Friesland -Basque Country €20
Sample the Local Flavors in Basque Country
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Basque Country:
- Spanish Wine Tasting with Sommelier (close to Guggenheim museum): $54
- Ultimate San Sebastian Pintxos & Wine Tour (Evening): $141
- Getaria Txakoli Wine Tour with Hotel Pick-up from San Sebastian: $148
- Guided tour of Txakoli wine tasting and tasting of wine and typical products: $148
- Best quality food & wine tasting tour in San Sebastian. : $191
- Rioja Wine Tour: 2 Wineries Visit with Tasting from San Sebastian: $240
- Rioja Wine Tour: 2 Wineries From Vitoria: $240
- Rioja Wine Tour: 2 Wineries From Bilbao: $246
- Architectural Rioja Small Group Wine Tour with Lunch from Bilbao : $246
- Rioja Wine Tour: Winery, Tasting & Lunch from San Sebastian: $251
- Rioja Wine Tour: Winery & Traditional Lunch From Vitoria: $251
- La Rioja Boutique Wine Tour - 2 Wineries & Picnic Lunch (From Bilbao): $251
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Provincie Friesland and Basque Country, we can see that Basque Country is more expensive. And not only is Provincie Friesland much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Provincie Friesland would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Provincie Friesland 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 Basque Country would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Basque Country than you might in Provincie Friesland.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Provincie Friesland Expensive? and Is Basque Country 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.