Which place is cheaper, Costa Vicentina or Saint-Tropez?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Saint-Tropez or Costa Vicentina?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Saint-Tropez or Costa Vicentina? 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: Saint-Tropez or Costa Vicentina?
Saint-Tropez
Saint-Tropez is a town in southern France west of Nice, in the Var department of the Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur region. Saint-Tropez is located on the French Riviera. It was a military stronghold and a fishing village until the beginning of the 20th century. It was the first town on this coast to be liberated during World War II (as part of Operation Dragoon). After the war, it became an internationally known seaside resort, renowned principally because of the influx of artists of the French New Wave in cinema and the Ye-ye movement in music. It later became a resort for the European and American holiday and a goal for tourists in search of a little Provencal authenticity and an occasional celebrity sighting.
Costa Vicentina
Costa Vicentina is the beautiful coastal area in southwest Portugal which runs through both the Algarve and Alentejo Regions along the southern coast. This is actually part of the longest stretch of protected coastline in Portugal, making it one of the best places to experience the unadulterated beauty and nature of the country. Costa Vicentina offers miles of some of the best Portugal beaches, fantastic hiking trails, and lovely old villages to explore. The area sees far more Portuguese tourists than international ones, so expect Portuguese to be the only language spoken by many people, especially in the smaller villages.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Food and Culinary Tours in France, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in France, The Best Walking Tours in Portugal, and The Best Luxury Tours to Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySaint-Tropez €148Costa Vicentina €125
The average daily cost (per person) in Saint-Tropez is €148, while the average daily cost in Costa Vicentina 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 Saint-Tropez and Costa Vicentina in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSaint-Tropez €86Costa Vicentina €66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSaint-Tropez €172Costa Vicentina €132
Compare Hotels in Saint-Tropez and Costa Vicentina
Looking for a hotel in Saint-Tropez or Costa Vicentina? 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: Saint-Tropez Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Saint-Tropez €34Costa Vicentina €40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint-Tropez
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint-Tropez:
- Private Direct Transfer From Saint Tropez to Marseille: $183
- Private Direct Transfer From Saint Tropez to Nice: $267
- Private Transfer From Saint Tropez To Nice, 2 Hour Stop in Cannes: $220
- Santorini Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer to Santorini: $60
Is it cheaper to fly into Saint-Tropez or Costa Vicentina?
Prices for flights to both Costa Vicentina and Saint-Tropez 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 daySaint-Tropez €38Costa Vicentina €34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint-Tropez
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Saint-Tropez.
- Saint Tropez : Food tour and highlights: $117
- Saint Tropez unical food tour !: $120
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Saint-Tropez €26Costa Vicentina €17
Tours and Activities in Saint-Tropez
Here are a few actual costs in Saint-Tropez for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Guided walking tour of Saint Tropez: $26
- Kayak Experience in Ramatuelle Reserve: $40
- FREJUS - ACTIVITY and ADVENTURE in Survival Techniques KATALANTA: $49
- Ramatuelle: Tracks & Tasting Winery Tour by Mountain E-Bike: $80
- Saint Tropez : Netflix Emily in Paris Tour: $101
- From BB to Emily in Paris: the beauties' tour of Saint Tropez: $104
- Saint Tropez : Private Walking tour with a Tropezienne guide: $128
- St Tropez and Port Grimaud Full Day Sightseeing Tour: $131
- From Cannes: St Tropez & Port Grimaud Sightseeing Tour: $133
- From Nice: St Tropez & Port Grimaud Full Day Tour: $133
- Saint Tropez : tour and sweet tasting: $160
- Saint Tropez Guided Tour and Tarte Tropezienne Tasting: $164
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySaint-Tropez €19Costa Vicentina €8.71
Sample the Local Flavors in Saint-Tropez
Also in Saint-Tropez, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Horse riding in the vineyards of Grimaud + wine tasting: $86
- Horse back riding + wine tasting in Ramatuelle: $95
- Small group wine tour from Saint-Tropez: $116
- Provence Day, Saint Tropez Grimaud village Wine tasting: $117
- Small group wine tour in the vineyards of the Gulf of St-Tropez: $119
- Private 1/2 day wine tour St-Tropez: $140
- Private wine tour in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez: $249
- Vintage wine tour in Saint-Tropez: $628
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Saint-Tropez and Costa Vicentina, we can see that Saint-Tropez is more expensive. And not only is Costa Vicentina much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Costa Vicentina would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Costa Vicentina 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 Saint-Tropez would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint-Tropez than you might in Costa Vicentina.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Saint-Tropez Expensive? and Is Costa Vicentina 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.