A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Savonlinna vs. Holloko for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Savonlinna or Holloko?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Savonlinna or Holloko? 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: Savonlinna or Holloko?

Savonlinna

Savonlinna is a town and a municipality of 35,504 inhabitants in the southeast of Finland, in the heart of the Saimaa lake region. The Finnish name of the town means "Castle of Savonia" and the Swedish name means "New Castle". The city was founded in 1639, based on Olavinlinna castle. Savonlinna is a historical borderland where the cultures and traditions of East and West meet. As the oldest town in Eastern Finland, Savonlinna is famous for its world class opera festival in the medieval castle surrounded by blue waters of Lake Saimaa. With its 100 year old steamships and unparalleled selection of experiences and activities, Savonlinna is a the real gem of Lakeland Finland.

Holloko

Located in northern Hungary, Holloko is a preserved ethnographic village with a castle and traditional houses which date from the 13th century. The village, castle ruins, and the surrounding area are today designated as an UNESCO World Heritage Site, situated in a stunning valley of the Cserhat Mountains, surrounded by low peaks.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Finland, The Best Tours for Seniors to Finland, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Hungary, and The Best River Cruises in Hungary.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Savonlinna and Holloko, we can see that Savonlinna is more expensive. And not only is Holloko much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Holloko would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Holloko 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 Savonlinna would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Savonlinna than you might in Holloko.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Savonlinna Expensive? and Is Holloko Expensive?.

When is the best time to visit Savonlinna or Holloko?

Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Savonlinna or Holloko in the Summer?

Both Holloko and Savonlinna are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.

In the summer, Savonlinna is cooler than Holloko. Typically, the summer temperatures in Savonlinna in July average around 17°C (62°F), and Holloko averages at about 21°C (70°F).

It's quite sunny in Holloko. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Savonlinna. Savonlinna usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Holloko during summer. Savonlinna gets 259 hours of sunny skies, while Holloko receives 278 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Savonlinna usually receives more rain than Holloko. Savonlinna gets 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Holloko receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Savonlinna or Holloko in the Autumn?

Both Holloko and Savonlinna during the autumn are popular places to visit.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Savonlinna. In October, Savonlinna is generally much colder than Holloko. Daily temperatures in Savonlinna average around 4°C (40°F), and Holloko fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).

In the autumn, Savonlinna often gets less sunshine than Holloko. Savonlinna gets 72 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Holloko receives 152 hours of full sun.

Savonlinna usually gets more rain in October than Holloko. Savonlinna gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Holloko receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Savonlinna or Holloko in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Savonlinna and Holloko.

Holloko can be very cold during winter. Savonlinna can get quite cold in the winter. Savonlinna is much colder than Holloko in the winter. The daily temperature in Savonlinna averages around -11°C (13°F) in January, and Holloko fluctuates around -1°C (31°F).

Savonlinna usually receives less sunshine than Holloko during winter. Savonlinna gets 34 hours of sunny skies, while Holloko receives 61 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Savonlinna usually receives around the same amount of rain as Holloko. Savonlinna gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Holloko receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Savonlinna or Holloko in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Savonlinna as well as Holloko.

Savonlinna can be very cold during spring. In the spring, Savonlinna is much colder than Holloko. Typically, the spring temperatures in Savonlinna in April average around 2°C (36°F), and Holloko averages at about 12°C (53°F).

In the spring, Savonlinna often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Holloko. Savonlinna gets 180 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Holloko receives 178 hours of full sun.

Savonlinna usually gets less rain in April than Holloko. Savonlinna gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Holloko receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Holloko and Savonlinna