Which place is cheaper, Grande-Terre or Sao Paulo?
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 Sao Paulo or Grande-Terre?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Sao Paulo or Grande-Terre, 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: Sao Paulo or Grande-Terre?
Sao Paulo
With a population of around 11 million, and 20 million in the metropolitan area, Sao Paulo is the largest city in Brazil. It's also one of the wealthiest cities in the southern hemisphere, although you don't have to look far to see the income disparities and inequalities that exist. The city is diverse and culturally rich, with excellent food, music, and entertainment.
Grande-Terre
Grande Terre is an island that makes up the eastern half of the Guadeloupe 'mainland.' It is divided from the other half of the main Guadeloupe island, Basse Terre, by a narrow channel called Rivière Salee (or the Salt River). The island itself is characterized by rolling hills, white sand beaches, and cliffs, and its indented coastline is surrounded by coral reefs. It is home to most of Guadeloupe's farmlands and tourist resorts.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Brazil, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Rio de Janeiro.
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Sao Paulo Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySao Paulo $64Grande-Terre $208
The average daily cost (per person) in Sao Paulo is $64, while the average daily cost in Grande-Terre is $208. 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 Sao Paulo and Grande-Terre in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSao Paulo $30Grande-Terre $95
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSao Paulo $60Grande-Terre $190
Compare Hotels in Sao Paulo and Grande-Terre
Looking for a hotel in Sao Paulo or Grande-Terre? 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: Sao Paulo Hotel Prices and Grande-Terre Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sao Paulo $6.09Grande-Terre $10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sao Paulo
Also for Sao Paulo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer: Sao Paulo to Airport GRU by Business Car: $149
- Airport Transfer: Sao Paulo to Airport GRU by Luxury Van: $173
- Campinas Airport (VCP) to Praia/Santos hotels - Arrival Transfer: $209
- Campinas Airport (VCP) to Sao Paulo hotels - Arrival Transfer: $120
- Campinas Airport (VCP) to Sao Paulo hotels - Round-Trip Transfer: $241
- Campinas Viracopos Airport (VCP) Sao Paulo - Round-Trip Transfer: $257
- Campinas Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Sao Paulo - Private Transfer: $129
- Departure Transfer: Sao Paulo to Airport GRU by Business Car: $149
- Departure Transfer: Sao Paulo to Airport GRU by Luxury Van: $173
- Guarulhos Airport GRU to Águas de Lindoia Round Trip Transfer: $208
- Private Arrival Transfer | Congonhas Airport (CGH) x São Paulo City: $95
- Private Arrival Transfer | Viracopos Airport (VCP) x São Paulo City: $300
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Grande-Terre
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Grande-Terre:
- Departure Transfer from Saint-Francois to Pointe a Pitre Airport: $211
- Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Guadeloupe island - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $139
- Departure Transfer from Sainte-Anne to Pointe a Pitre Airport: $130
- Arrival Transfer from Pointe a Pitre Airport to Sainte-Anne: $130
- Private Transfer from Pointe a Pitre Airport to Deshaies or Trois Riviers by SUV: $103
- Private Airport Transfer - All Destinations | Guadeloupe: $77
- Private Transfer in Guadeloupe: $77
- Arrival Transfer from Pointe a Pitre Airport to Pointe a Pitre: $76
- Departure Transfer from Pointe a Pitre to Pointe a Pitre Airport: $76
- Private Transfer from Pointe-à-Pitre Port to Pointe-à-Pitre: $74
- Private Transfer from Pointe-à-Pitre to Pointe-à-Pitre Port: $74
- PrivateTransfer from Pointe-à-Pitre Cruise Port to Airport (PTP): $74
Is it cheaper to fly into Sao Paulo or Grande-Terre?
Prices for flights to both Grande-Terre and Sao Paulo 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 daySao Paulo $26Grande-Terre $95
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sao Paulo
For Sao Paulo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Street Food Tour in São Paulo with a Local Guide: $73
- 4h Cooking Class in São Paulo with 9 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks: $89
- São Suppers Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $95
- Dinner at Terraço Italia Restaurant in São Paulo: $223
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sao Paulo $4.11Grande-Terre $52
Tours and Activities in Sao Paulo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sao Paulo.
- São Paulo (Ibirapuera) Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.48
- São Paulo Paulista Avenue City Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.49
- Downtown São Paulo's Epic History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Walking Tour Historic Center in São Paulo: $13
- Walking Tour of the Historic Center of Sao Paulo: $20
- São Paulo Must-see Attractions Walking Tour with a Guide: $29
- Brazil Tropical Fruit Experience in São Paulo: $30
- São Paulo Private Walking Tour with a Local: $35
- Night Walking Tour through the Bars of São Paulo: $37
- Historical and Cultural Tour of the Center DE São Paulo: $39
- Personal aromatic experience in São Paulo: $40
- São Paulo Highlights Walking Tour with a Guide: $41
Tours and Activities in Grande-Terre
Here are a few actual costs in Grande-Terre for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- *Cruise Stopover* - CASCADE WITH CRAYFISH- Sainte-Anne Beach: $65
- Cruise stopover - Plage du Gosier Round trip: $17
- Cruise to the Grand Ass DE Sac in an open air aquarium: $130
- Full Day Tour of Guadeloupe: $171
- Guided tour by electric tuk-tuk: $53
- Pointe à Pitre City Tour, Island Stopover, and Beach Breaks: $100
- Private Ultralight Seaplane Experience in Guadeloupe: $184
- Stand Up Paddle Adventure in Guadeloupe: $47
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySao Paulo $3.58Grande-Terre $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Sao Paulo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sao Paulo:
- Pub Crawl in Pinheiros: Explore the Nightlife of São Paulo: $35
- 4 Hours Pub Crawl in Vila Madalena: $150
- Wine Tour in São Roque by Car, Tour with Local Guides: $181
Sample the Local Flavors in Grande-Terre
Also in Grande-Terre, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Local Market, Crayfish Waterfall and Rum Distillery with Tasting: $230
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sao Paulo and Grande-Terre, we can see that Grande-Terre is more expensive. And not only is Sao Paulo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Sao Paulo is in South America and Grande-Terre is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Sao Paulo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sao Paulo 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 Grande-Terre would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Grande-Terre than you might in Sao Paulo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sao Paulo Expensive? and Is Grande-Terre Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Sao Paulo or Grande-Terre?
Sao Paulo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Grande-Terre experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Sao Paulo or Grande-Terre in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Sao Paulo as well as Grande-Terre. Many visitors come to Sao Paulo in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences. The warm climate attracts visitors to Grande-Terre throughout the year.
In January, Sao Paulo is generally around the same temperature as Grande-Terrein July. Daily temperatures in Sao Paulo average around 25°C (77°F), and Grande-Terre fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It's quite rainy in Grande-Terre. Sao Paulo receives a lot of rain in the summer. Sao Paulo usually gets more rain in January than Grande-Terrein July. Sao Paulo gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Grande-Terre receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year. October to March in Sao Paulo is the rainy season.
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Summer Average Temperatures January and JulySao Paulo 25°C (77°F)Grande-Terre 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Sao Paulo or Grande-Terre in the Autumn?
Both Grande-Terre and Sao Paulo are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Sao Paulo for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months. Plenty of visitors come to Grande-Terre because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Sao Paulo is cooler than Grande-Terre in the autumn. The daily temperature in Sao Paulo averages around 22°C (72°F) in April, and Grande-Terre fluctuates around 27°C (80°F)in October.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Grande-Terre. In April, Sao Paulo usually receives less rain than Grande-Terrein October. Sao Paulo gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Grande-Terre receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain each month for the autumn. The dry season in Sao Paulo is June to August.
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Autumn Average Temperatures April and OctoberSao Paulo 22°C (72°F)Grande-Terre 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Sao Paulo or Grande-Terre in the Winter?
Both Grande-Terre and Sao Paulo during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to Sao Paulo because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Grande-Terre year-round.
In the winter, Sao Paulo is cooler than Grande-Terre. Typically, the winter temperatures in Sao Paulo in July average around 19°C (66°F), and Grande-Terre averages at about 24°C (76°F)in January.
Sao Paulo usually gets less rain in July than Grande-Terrein January. Sao Paulo gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Grande-Terre receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year. June to August is the dry season in Sao Paulo.
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Winter Average Temperatures July and JanuarySao Paulo 19°C (66°F)Grande-Terre 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Sao Paulo or Grande-Terre in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Sao Paulo and Grande-Terre. The activities around the city are the main draw to Sao Paulo this time of year. Grande-Terre attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Sao Paulo is generally cooler than Grande-Terrein April. Daily temperatures in Sao Paulo average around 21°C (70°F), and Grande-Terre fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
Grande-Terre receives a lot of rain in the spring. In October, Sao Paulo usually receives less rain than Grande-Terrein April. Sao Paulo gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Grande-Terre receives 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain each month for the spring. Also, October to March is the rainy season in Sao Paulo.
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Spring Average Temperatures October and AprilSao Paulo 21°C (70°F)Grande-Terre 26°C (78°F)
Typical Weather for Grande-Terre and Sao Paulo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 24°C (75°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 22°C (72°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (70°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (70°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Nov | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (75°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
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