A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Rhone-Alpes vs. Galicia for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Rhone-Alpes or Galicia?

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 Rhone-Alpes and Galicia. 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: Rhone-Alpes or Galicia?

Rhone-Alpes

Rhone-Alps is part of Auvergne-Rhone-Alps, a new region in France, located along the Eastern border towards the south of the country. The region was named after the Rhone River and the Alps mountain range. The capital city, Lyon, is the second largest metropolitan area in France behind Paris and Rhone Alps has the sixth largest economy of any European region. The Rhone-Alps is a beautiful region, bordering Italy and Switzerland to the east, Burgundy to the north, Auvergne to the west and the Provence region to the south. The area features much of the greatest scenery in France, from the high Alps of the Savoy region to the lavender fields of the Drome and the stunning Gorges de l'Ardeche. A great outdoors destination!

Galicia

Located in the lush green corner of northwestern Spain, the region of Galicia is best known for its seafood and the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela located in the capital city. With an extensive Atlantic coastline, the climate of Galicia is often damp, though there are a number of rugged beaches that are frequented during the summer season. Other highlights include a culture that traces back to Celtic tribes and unique architecture from ancient standing stones to elaborate cathedrals.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in France, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in France, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Spain.


Which place is cheaper, Galicia or Rhone-Alpes?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Rhone-Alpes is €0.00, while the average daily cost in Galicia is €95. 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 Rhone-Alpes and Galicia in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Rhone-Alpes -
    Galicia 43
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Rhone-Alpes 0.00
    Galicia 86
Compare Hotels in Rhone-Alpes and Galicia

Looking for a hotel in Rhone-Alpes or Galicia? 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 Rhone-Alpes


Hotels in Galicia


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Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Rhone-Alpes -
    Galicia 24

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rhone-Alpes

Also for Rhone-Alpes, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Alpe d'Huez to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport(LYS)-Departure Transfer: $163
  • Arrival Private Transfer from Lyon Airport LYS to Lyon City by Business Car: $78
  • Arrival Private Transfer from Lyon Airport LYS to Lyon City by Luxury Van: $92
  • Arrival Transfer: Lyon Airport LYS to Lyon City in Business Car: $86
  • Chamonix (FR) to Geneva Airport (GVA)- Departure Private Transfer: $131
  • Chamonix to Turin Caselle Airport - Departure Private Transfer: $71
  • Chamonix-Morzine-Avoriaz to Geneva Airport GVA-Departure Transfer: $147
  • Departure Private Transfer Lyon City to Lyon Airport LYS by Business Car: $79
  • Departure Private Transfer Lyon City to Lyon Airport LYS by Luxury Van: $93
  • Departure Transfer: Lyon City to Lyon Airport LYS in Business Car: $86
  • Departure Transfer: Lyon City to Lyon Airport LYS in Luxury Van: $94
  • Excellecar Private Driver - Stations & Airports Transfers: $82

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Galicia

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Galicia:

  • Transfer from Coruna Airport to Ferrol: $131
  • Arrival Private Transfer Santiago de Compostela Airport to City Center by Minivan: $91
  • Santiago de Compostela Private Transfer to SCQ Airport by Van: $91
  • Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago Airport (SCQ): $72
  • Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago city hotels: $72
  • One-Way Private Transfer From/To Vigo Airport: $54
  • Santiago de Compostela Private Transfer from SCQ Airport to City centre: $51
  • Santiago de Compostela Private Transfer from the city centre to SCQ Airport: $51
  • Santiago de Compostela Private Transfer from the city centre to SCQ Airport: $51
  • Airport Transfer Santiago de Compostela: $45
  • Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Airport (OPO): $43
  • Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Hotels: $43

Is it cheaper to fly into Rhone-Alpes or Galicia?

Prices for flights to both Galicia and Rhone-Alpes 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
    Rhone-Alpes -
    Galicia 30

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rhone-Alpes

For Rhone-Alpes, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Afternoon Old Town Food tour: $76
  • Lyon Old Town Half-Day Walking Food Tour with Local Specialties Tasting & Lunch: $93
  • Annecy Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience : $104
  • Lyon Evening Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $104
  • Food Tour in Lyon - Do Eat Better Experience: $104
  • Secret Food Tours Lyon w/ Private Tour Option: $109
  • Lyon - Bakeries, Chocolate and Patisseries Food Tour: $119
  • All Inclusive Food Tour of Annecy Old Town with Local Guide: $148
  • 5 Course Rooftop Dinner with Spectacular View of Lyon: $156
  • Viator Exclusive: Croix Rousse Market & Rooftop Cooking Class: $175
  • Private Market Tour and Modern French Cooking and Meal with a Local in Annecy: $188
  • Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse Food Tour: $249

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Galicia

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Galicia.

  • The Great Dinner in A Coruña - Escape urban room: $64
  • Food Market visit and Cooking Workshop in A Coruña: $104
  • 3 Hour Tapas Tasting and Cooking Class in A Coruna: $104
  • Gourmet Hands on Cooking Class in Galicia with the Chef: $162

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Rhone-Alpes -
    Galicia 16

Tours and Activities in Rhone-Alpes

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rhone-Alpes.

  • On an adventure with Rosalie - Nancy-sur-Cluses: $5.45
  • Lyon Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.54
  • Access to a Self-Guided Tour of the archaeological site of Lyon: $8.72
  • Access to a Self-Guided Tour to Traboules de Lyon: Croix-Rousse: $8.72
  • Private Self-Guided Tour of the Curse Quest of Old Lyon: $8.72
  • Lyon Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
  • Grenoble Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $10
  • Lyon Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $10
  • Audio-guided tour of the Fourvière and the Sacred Hill: $11
  • Audio-guided tour of Old Lyon: $11
  • La Croix-Rousse des Canuts Audio-guided tour: $11
  • Audio-Guided Tour of the United States Quarter and Painted Walls: $11

Tours and Activities in Galicia

Here are a few actual costs in Galicia for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 2 Hour Private Old Town Walking Tour in La Coruña: $152
  • 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Lugo: $82
  • A Coruña Private Walking Tour : $82
  • A Coruña Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.95
  • A Coruña boat tour from the sea: $38
  • Afternoon Walking Tour in Pontevedra: $18
  • Albarino : Sensorial experience and Heritage: $129
  • E-bike Tour La Coruña: $64
  • Essential Walking Tour through the Emblematic Places of Coruña: $32
  • Essential Walking Tour through the Emblematic Places of Vigo: $32
  • Excursion to Finisterre, Muxia and Cabo Vilan With Boat Cruise : $59
  • Finisterre y Costa da Morte el tour más completo desde Santiago: $53

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Rhone-Alpes -
    Galicia 16

Sample the Local Flavors in Rhone-Alpes

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Rhone-Alpes:

  • Lyon Old Town Food & Wine Tasting Tour including a Bouchon Lyonnais : $98
  • Guided tour of Beaujolais by electric bike and wine tasting: $98
  • Lyon Music & Wine tasting: $104
  • Guided tour and wine tasting Northern Rhône Valley: $108
  • Beaujolais Half Day Wine Tasting Tour: $108
  • Golden stones Beaujolais Wine Tour with Tastings from Lyon: $108
  • Beaujolais 100% wine tour Small-Group Tour with Tasting from Lyon: $108
  • The Original Syrah Wine Tour (9:00 am - 1:30 pm) - Small Group Tours from Lyon: $108
  • Lyon's Grooves & Grapes : Wine Tasting & Record Shops Tour: $128
  • Macon & Beaujolais Wine Tour (9:00 am to 5:15 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon: $142
  • Cotes du Rhone Wine Tour (9:00 am to 5:15 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon: $148
  • Beaujolais Wine Tasting Day Tour from Lyon: $162

Sample the Local Flavors in Galicia

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Galicia:

  • Santiago de Compostela: Cheese and Wine Tasting Experience: $32
  • Albariño Wine Tasting with Winery Tour: $33


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

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