Which place is cheaper, Bergen or Puerto Princesa?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Puerto Princesa or Bergen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Puerto Princesa and Bergen can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Puerto Princesa or Bergen?
Puerto Princesa
The island of Palawan is known the Philippines' last frontier and its capital, Puerto Princesa, is considered the greenest city in the Philippines. With plenty of land that has yet to be explored and inundated with tourists, Puerto Princesa, also known as "The City of the Living God," is a nature buff's dream. Whether you want to swim with starfish, walk among the mangrove treetops, or visit the world's largest saltwater crocodile at the Palawan Nature Conservation Center, Puerto Princesa and its surrounding area offers plenty of opportunities to get into the great wide open.
Bergen
Bergen is the second largest city in Norway, and a major tourist destination due to its proximity and easy access to the fjords in West Norway. The nature that surrounds the city is stunning, and you can easily hop into the nearby countryside for some incredible hikes and outdoor adventures. The city itself is well known for its music and art scenes, making it a cultural haven in the country. There are many reasons to visit Bergen, not the least of which is the people that live there. Bergen is the most hilly city within Norway. It is surrounded by the Seven Mountains, which restrict development and keep the city contained. Situated in the far west of Norway, Bergen can be reached by a very scenic seven hour train ride from Oslo.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Philippines, The Best 2-Week Tours in Philippines, The Best 10-Day Tours in Norway, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Norway.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPuerto Princesa $80Bergen $155
The average daily cost (per person) in Puerto Princesa is $80, while the average daily cost in Bergen is $155. 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 Puerto Princesa and Bergen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPuerto Princesa $22Bergen $80
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPuerto Princesa $44Bergen $160
Compare Hotels in Puerto Princesa and Bergen
Looking for a hotel in Puerto Princesa or Bergen? 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: Puerto Princesa Hotel Prices and Bergen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Puerto Princesa $47Bergen $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Puerto Princesa
Also for Puerto Princesa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Shared Airport Transfers to/from hotel: $7.11
- Transfers to/from Port Barton: $14
- Puerto Princesa:El Nido – Shared Van Transfer: $14
- One-Way Transfer To/From El Nido: $16
- Transfer to/from Puerto Princesa and El Nido: $17
- Shared Transfer Puerto Princesa/Port Barton: $17
- Transfer between Puerto Princesa and El Nido: $18
- Private Airport Transfers to/from hotel: $21
- Relaxing Massage with optional transfers: $23
- Puerto Princesa City Van Transfers: $23
- Puerto Princesa Palawan Private Transfers - Airport Transfers: $27
- Honda Bay Island: Island Tour with Lunch & Transfer: $52
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bergen
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bergen:
- TRANSFER, STANDARD, 1-7 PAX: Bergen airport transfer: $227
- TRANSFER, LUXURY VAN 1-7 PAX: Bergen airport transfer: $277
- TRANSFER, LUXURY CAR 1-3 PAX: Bergen city transfer: $168
- TRANSFER, LUXURY CAR 1-3 PAX: Bergen airport transfer: $216
- Private transfer From Bergen Airport - Hotels/Port 1-14 pax.: $209
- Private Transfer to/from Bergen Airport and City: $114
- Private Transfer From Bergen Hotel to Bergen Airport: $90
- Private Transfer From Bergen Airport to City Centre: $103
- Private Transfer - Hotels & Cruise Ports - Airport 1-14 pax: $187
- Private One-Way Bergen Airport and City Transfers: $113
- Private Airport Transfer From Bergen Airport or Hotels in Bergen: $128
- Departure Private Transfer from Bergen City to Bergen Cruise Port by Sedan: $112
Is it cheaper to fly into Puerto Princesa or Bergen?
Prices for flights to both Bergen and Puerto Princesa 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 dayPuerto Princesa $31Bergen $63
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Puerto Princesa
For Puerto Princesa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Firefly Watching Paddle Boat Tour & Dinner: $27
- Jungle Firefly Watching Boat Tour & Dinner: $32
- Firefly Watching Bay Cruise with Dinner: $34
- Firefly Watching with Dinner: $39
- Firefly Watching Tour with Dinner: $53
- Seafood Lunch or Dinner with transfers: $59
- Underground River with Dinner at Kalui: $80
- Underground River and Firefly Watching with Dinner: $87
- Balayong People's Park with Dinner and Show: $116
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bergen
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bergen.
- Bergen Food Tour: $184
- A Taste of Bergen Food Tour with Floibanen Funicular: $232
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Puerto Princesa $6.27Bergen $19
Tours and Activities in Puerto Princesa
For Puerto Princesa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- PPS CITY TOUR: $13
- Puerto Princesa; Half day City tour: $13
- Cathedral and Baker's Hill Tour: $14
- Puerto Princesa City Tour with Snacks: $14
- Half-Day City Tour with Optional Massage: $14
- Half Day City Tour with Butterfly Garden: $14
- Half-day Puerto Princesa City Tour: $15
- City tour of Puerto Princesa Palawan Philippines: $20
- Puerto Princesa Half Day City Tour (shared tour): $27
- Shared Half City Tour with SPA: $30
- Half Day City Joiners Tour | Puerto Princesa: $34
- Puerto Princesa shore City Sightseeing Port of call tours: $35
Tours and Activities in Bergen
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bergen are as follows:
- 1 hour Tour for Herdla Walking: $111
- 3-Hour Private Norwegian Hiking Experience with Local Guide: $166
- 3-Hour Private Tour Hiked through the Bergen Mountains: $166
- Authentic Bergen Interactive Private Walking Tour: $205
- Bergen Fjord Cruise to Mostraumen Guided City Walk: $202
- Bergen Fjord Experience Aboard Viking-style Ship: $122
- Bergen Mostraumen Fjord Cruise with Local Guide: $84
- Bergen Private Walking Tour with a Local: $71
- Bergen Troll Museum Entry Ticket: $28
- Bergen Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems: $45
- Bergen to Flam "The King of Fjords" One-Way or Round-Trip Cruise Ticket: $212
- Bergen's Twilight Magic: An Evening Adventure Walking tour: $168
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPuerto Princesa $13Bergen $8.12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Puerto Princesa and Bergen, we can see that Bergen is more expensive. And not only is Puerto Princesa much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Puerto Princesa is in Asia and Bergen is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Puerto Princesa would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Puerto Princesa 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 Bergen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bergen than you might in Puerto Princesa.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Puerto Princesa Expensive? and Is Bergen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Puerto Princesa or Bergen?
Bergen has a larger population, and is about 36% larger than the population of Puerto Princesa. When comparing the sizes of Puerto Princesa and Bergen, 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.