Which place is cheaper, Guadalajara or Salto?
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 Salto or Guadalajara?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Salto or Guadalajara, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Salto or Guadalajara?
Salto
Salto is in the citrus growing region of Northern Interior Uruguay, on the east bank of the Rio Uruguay. It is closely connected to the neighboring Argentinian city of Concordia that lies across the river on the western bank. Salto is Uruguay's second-largest city and the most northerly crossing point to Argentina. Salto is a very picturesque city that has a relaxing feel the entire year. However, people mostly come here for the nearby hot springs and the recreation area above the enormous Salto Grande hydroelectric dam.
Guadalajara
Guadalajara is the capital of the state of Jalisco in western Mexico, as well as one of the country's largest cities. It is best known for tequila and mariachi music, which both originate in Jalisco, as well as a thriving historic center with colonial architecture and landmarks.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Uruguay, The Best Cultural Tours in Uruguay, The Best 2-Week Tours from Cancun, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Mexico.
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Salto Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySalto $86Guadalajara $146
The average daily cost (per person) in Salto is $86, while the average daily cost in Guadalajara is $146. 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 Salto and Guadalajara in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSalto $29Guadalajara $41
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSalto $58Guadalajara $82
Compare Hotels in Salto and Guadalajara
Looking for a hotel in Salto or Guadalajara? 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: Salto Hotel Prices and Guadalajara Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Salto $21Guadalajara $38
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guadalajara
Also for Guadalajara, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Guadalajara Airport (GDL) to Guadalajara hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $52
- Guadalajara Airport (GDL) to Tequila - Arrival Private Transfer: $99
- Guadalajara Airport Private Transfer to Ajijic & Chapala: $289
- Guadalajara Airport(GDL) to Tequila - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $198
- Guadalajara hotels to Guadalajara Airport (GDL) - Departure Private Transfer: $53
- Guadalajara to Tequila - Private Transfer with English-speaking driver: $176
- GDL Airport Private Transfer to/from City Center: $41
- Private Transfer Guadalajara Redondo Airport: $136
- Private Transfer from Guadalajara to Morelia: $242
- Private airport transfer to Guadalajara and surrounding areas: $90
- Private transfer to or from Guadalajara airport: $100
- SHARED Airport Transfer to Guadalajara & Zapopan.: $28
Is it cheaper to fly into Salto or Guadalajara?
Prices for flights to both Guadalajara and Salto 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 daySalto $41Guadalajara $80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guadalajara
For Guadalajara, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Guadalajara Street Food Tour - Best Rated: $39
- Private Street Food Tour and City Tour Guadalajara - Best Rated: $54
- Tapatio Tastes Food Tour with 13+ Tastings: $59
- Street Food Tour in Guadalajara with a Local Guide: $64
- Guadalajara Market Food Tour & Historic Landmarks Walk: $70
- Food Tour in Guadalajara: $86
- Guadalajara Street Food Tour: Taste the Best of Tapatío Cuisine: $106
- Dinner and Party in Amatitán Tequila and Tradition and Music: $236
- VIP Tequila Night Tour with Dinner and Tasting: $299
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Salto $17Guadalajara $27
Tours and Activities in Guadalajara
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Guadalajara.
- Guided Tour with Tasting in Tequilera Hacienda de Oro: $15
- Guided Tour of the Historic Center of Guadalajara in French: $16
- Bar Tour of the Coolest Quarter of Guadalajara: $18
- Orendain Classic Tour: $20
- Great Experience With A Tour Guide With Spark: $21
- Historic tour in the center and murals of Orozco: $21
- Tequila Jalisco Barrel Tour: $23
- Private Tasting Tour Hacienda de Oro, Amatitan Jalisco: $25
- Tour in Tlaquepaque with Photography: $30
- Acuario Sealand Guadalajara Admission Ticket: $30
- Guided walking tour Delights for breakfast in Mazamitla: $30
- Private Custom Walking Tour in Guadalajara with Local: $32
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySalto $13Guadalajara $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Guadalajara
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Guadalajara:
- Guadalajara Pub Crawl: Free Drinks & Party Games: $21
- Saturday Night Bar Crawl in Guadalajara Mexico: $25
- Thursday Night Bar Crawl in Guadalajara Mexico: $25
- Cultural tour, city fields and distillery: $32
- Tequila distillery experience, Jose Cuervo & Tequila Magic Town: $80
- full day Tequila tour visiting artisanal distillery and downtown.: $89
- Private Tour to Tequila: Artisan Distillery and Campos de Agave: $103
- Horseshoe Distillery Tour with Premium Tasting from Guadalajara: $124
- Private Adventure to Casa Sauza Distillery and Visit to Tequila: $177
- VIP Private Tequila Tour: Artisanal Distillery and Magical Town: $177
- Sip & Savor Tequila Experience Distillery w/ Lunch fr Guadalajara: $180
- Full-Day Tour to La Fortaleza Distillery and Cantaritos: $180
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Salto and Guadalajara, we can see that Guadalajara is more expensive. And not only is Salto much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Salto is in South America and Guadalajara is in North America, 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 Salto would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Salto 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 Guadalajara would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Guadalajara than you might in Salto.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Salto Expensive? and Is Guadalajara Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Salto or Guadalajara?
Guadalajara has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Salto. When comparing the sizes of Salto and Guadalajara, 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.