Which place is cheaper, Liguria or Rhone-Alpes?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Rhone-Alpes and Liguria. 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.
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!
The northwestern coast of Italy plunges into the sea as rugged mountains mix with blue water. Amongst this scenic landscape, small towns full of pastel colored houses cling to the cliffs above small harbors full of fishing boats and beachcombers. The capital is Genoa (or Genova), a city steeped in history with winding alleyways and world-class seafood. However, most visitors flock to nearby Portofino, one of the ritzier and more expensive, but extremely beautiful, Italian coastal cities. Here one can find large yachts parked along the shore next to rows of colorful buildings climbing the hills above the town.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in France, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in France, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Italy, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Italy.
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 Liguria is €177. 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 Liguria in more detail.
Looking for a hotel in Rhone-Alpes or Liguria? 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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Also for Rhone-Alpes, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Liguria 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.
For Rhone-Alpes, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Liguria, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rhone-Alpes.
For Liguria, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Rhone-Alpes:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rhone-Alpes and Liguria, we can see that Liguria 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 Liguria would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Liguria 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 Liguria Expensive?.
Rhone-Alpes has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Liguria. When comparing the sizes of Rhone-Alpes and Liguria, 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.