Which place is cheaper, Cordoba or San Carlos de Bariloche?
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 San Carlos de Bariloche or Cordoba?
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 San Carlos de Bariloche and Cordoba. 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: San Carlos de Bariloche or Cordoba?
San Carlos de Bariloche
Set in the foothills of the Andes Mountains in Argentina, San Carlos de Bariloche is the biggest city in the Lake District. Bariloche is popular for skiing and snowboarding in the winter and trekking, swimming, fishing and horseback riding in the summertime.
No matter the time of year, there is something for everyone in Bariloche. Skiing season begins from June to October while fishing season is from November to April. Summer is from December to March, but visiting during low seasons (Spring in October to December and Autumn in late-April to mid-June) also has its benefits when it comes to saving cash and avoiding crowds.
Check out our ultimate guide to Hiking in Patagonia.
Cordoba
Cordoba is the capital of the Cordoba province and the second largest city in all of Argentina. The city is in a beautiful setting surrounded by valleys and hills. Within the city you will find many colonial buildings and beautiful architecture. Cordoba also has many universities and scientific institutes, giving it the nickname "La Docta." Because of the large number of students, Cordoba's population is young and active, which keeps the atmosphere light and fun.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Argentina, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Argentina, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Argentina, and The Best Photography Tours in Argentina.
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San Carlos de Bariloche Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySan Carlos de Bariloche $85Cordoba $61
The average daily cost (per person) in San Carlos de Bariloche is $85, while the average daily cost in Cordoba is $61. 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 San Carlos de Bariloche and Cordoba in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSan Carlos de Bariloche $70Cordoba $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSan Carlos de Bariloche $140Cordoba $96
Compare Hotels in San Carlos de Bariloche and Cordoba
Looking for a hotel in San Carlos de Bariloche or Cordoba? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.San Carlos de Bariloche $2.75Cordoba $2.84
Hired Cars and Shuttles in San Carlos de Bariloche
Some specific examples of transportation prices in San Carlos de Bariloche:
- Private Transfer from Bariloche Airport to Villa La Angostura: $277
- Bariloche: Snow Day at Piedras Blancas Winter Park+Transfer: $180
- Private Transfer from Bariloche (BRC) Airport to Hotel Tronador: $175
- Private Transfer from Cascada Los Alerces to Bariloche (BRC) Airport: $175
- Bariloche Airport BRC to Cerro Catedral RoundTrip Transfer: $163
- Private Transfer from Bariloche (BRC) Airport to Lago Correntoso: $146
- Private Transfer from Bariloche (BRC) Airport to Ruca Malen: $146
- Private Transfer from Bariloche (BRC) Airport to Villa La Angostura: $146
- BARILOCHE: PRIVATE TRANSFER FROM THE AIRPORT TO THE CITY CENTER: $145
- Bariloche Airport Round Trip PrivateTransfer: $145
- Private Transfer from Hotel Llao Llao to Bariloche (BRC) Airport: $141
- Private Transfer from Bariloche Airport to LLao LLao: $130
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cordoba
Also for Cordoba, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Cordoba Airport Private Transfer: $54
Is it cheaper to fly into San Carlos de Bariloche or Cordoba?
Prices for flights to both Cordoba and San Carlos de Bariloche 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 daySan Carlos de Bariloche $6.07Cordoba $6.57
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in San Carlos de Bariloche
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in San Carlos de Bariloche.
- Bariloche: TRE Experience – “Three-Course Dinner. Catena Zapata”: $135
- Bariloche: El Mallín. Dinner with Tango Show: $185
- Bariloche: Winter Night – Evening Activities in the Snow with Dinner and Show: $275
- Bariloche Nordic Night: Quad Bike Ride and Dinner on Cerro Otto: $410
- Bariloche: Snowmobile Ride with 4-Course Dinner: $425
- Bariloche: Snow Adventure and 4-Course Dinner: $425
- Bariloche: Evening Snowmobile Ride with Dinner at La Cueva Catedral: $428
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.San Carlos de Bariloche $33Cordoba $17
Tours and Activities in San Carlos de Bariloche
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for San Carlos de Bariloche are as follows:
- 4-Hour Guided Tour of the Small Circuit: $90
- Bariloche Chocolate Sightseeing Tour: Patagonian Flavors Walking Tour: $60
- Bariloche Craft Beer Sensory Experience: $298
- Bariloche Flavours Tasting Walking Tour: $95
- Bariloche Football Experience with Locals & Traditional BBQ: $60
- Bariloche Horseback Riding & Traditional Argentine Barbecue Tour: $215
- Bariloche Tour Route of the 7 Lakes to San Martin de los Andes: $110
- Bariloche: Andean Region Tour to El Bolsón & Lago Puelo: $70
- Bariloche: Beer Experience 'Discover the World of Craft Beer': $150
- Bariloche: Boat Tour to Victoria Island and Arrayanes Forest: $140
- Bariloche: Brazo Tristeza Boat Tour and Forest Hike: $82
- Bariloche: Canopy Tour on Cerro Lopez: $90
Tours and Activities in Cordoba
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Cordoba.
- Alta Gracia: Unveiling Cordoba's Cultural Heritage Tour: $61
- Exploring Villa Carlos Paz: Guided Sightseeing Tour: $61
- Cordoba City Tour with Optional Jesuitic Square: $74
- Private Cordoba City Tour: $79
- Cordoba City Tour: $80
- Summit and Villa General Belgrano Tour from Cordoba Capital: $80
- Córdoba: Villa Carlos Paz Tour: $80
- PRIVATE TOUR: Traditional Córdoba CityTour HalfDay: $90
- La Cumbrecita and Villa General Belgrano Full Day Tour: $94
- PRIVATE TOUR: World Heritage Jesuit Museums: $95
- PRIVATE TOUR: Alta Gracia with Che Guevara´s house: $95
- PRIVATE TUR: Caroya WineTour HalfDay: $95
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySan Carlos de Bariloche $8.70Cordoba $6.91
Sample the Local Flavors in San Carlos de Bariloche
Also in San Carlos de Bariloche, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Bariloche: Patagonian Experience wine tasting: $95
- Bariloche: Wine Tasting Winehouse Experience: $110
- Patagonian WineHouse in Bariloche: Cheese and Wine Tasting: $122
Sample the Local Flavors in Cordoba
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cordoba:
- Wine Tour to Colonia Caroya, Cordoba - Half Day: $117
- Wine Tour Privado a Colonia Caroya, Córdoba - Argentina: $175
- Wine Tour Privado a Calamuchita, Córdoba - Argentina: $175
- Full-Day Private Colonia Caroya Wine Tour from Córdoba: $269
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between San Carlos de Bariloche and Cordoba, we can see that San Carlos de Bariloche is more expensive. And not only is Cordoba much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cordoba would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cordoba 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 San Carlos de Bariloche would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in San Carlos de Bariloche than you might in Cordoba.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is San Carlos de Bariloche Expensive? and Is Cordoba Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, San Carlos de Bariloche or Cordoba?
Cordoba has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of San Carlos de Bariloche. When comparing the sizes of San Carlos de Bariloche and Cordoba, 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.