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

Should you visit Sibiu or Holloko?

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

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Sibiu and Holloko can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Sibiu or Holloko?

Sibiu

Located in the Transylvania region of Romania, Sibiu is a historic city with Germanic origins which are evident in its architecture at its old town center. There are many charming squares which showcase landmarks like Gothic churches, a Baroque palace, medieval watchtowers, and more.

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 Romania, The Best Tours for Seniors to Romania, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Hungary, and The Best River Cruises in Hungary.


Which place is cheaper, Holloko or Sibiu?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Sibiu is $71, while the average daily cost in Holloko is $46. 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 Sibiu and Holloko in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Sibiu $33
    Holloko $22
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Sibiu $66
    Holloko $44
Compare Hotels in Sibiu and Holloko

Looking for a hotel in Sibiu or Holloko? 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.

Hotels in Sibiu


Hotels in Holloko


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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: Sibiu Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Sibiu $27
    Holloko $12

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sibiu

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sibiu:

  • Sibiu to Balea: Bus Transfer: $69
  • Sibiu to Bucharest - Private Transfer: $471
  • Bucharest to Sibiu - Private Transfer: $471

Is it cheaper to fly into Sibiu or Holloko?

Prices for flights to both Holloko and Sibiu 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Sibiu $23
    Holloko $16

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Sibiu $6.27
    Holloko $7.35

Tours and Activities in Sibiu

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Sibiu are as follows:

  • Luggage storage & Tourist centre in Sibiu: $3.24
  • Daily Sightseeing Guided Tour: $9.63
  • Daily Sightseeing Tour Sibiu: $9.76
  • Private Walking Tour of Sibiu: $22
  • City Sightseeing Tour: $27
  • City Tour Sibiu in English: $27
  • Alba Iulia candlelight tour - Outdoor experience: $40
  • Sibiu Walking Tour: $43
  • Half Day Tour In the Surroundings of Sibiu: $70
  • Exclusive Tour: Bran Castle, Brasov and Rasnov fortress from Sibiu: $79
  • Exclusive Tour: Corvin Castle, Alba Iulia and traditional villages from Sibiu: $81
  • Exclusive tour: Sighisoara, Medias and Biertan tour from Sibiu: $81

Tours and Activities in Holloko

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Holloko are as follows:

  • Hollókő: Village Tour and Folklore Programme: $234

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Sibiu $7.80
    Holloko $9.25

Sample the Local Flavors in Sibiu

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sibiu:

  • Private Walking Tour of Alba Iulia Citadel with Wine Tasting: $49


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sibiu and Holloko, we can see that Sibiu 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 Sibiu would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sibiu 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 Sibiu Expensive? and Is Holloko Expensive?.