Which place is cheaper, Crete or Sicily?
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 Sicily or Crete?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Sicily or Crete, 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: Sicily or Crete?
Sicily
If Italy is a boot, then Sicily is the football about to be kicked. This large island is separated from mainland Italy by the Straits of Messina. It has a dynamic and rich cultural history that is a mix of many different invading forces over the course of history, each leaving its own mark on Sicily's art, cuisine, and language. Various archeological areas can be found throughout the island and many are UNESCO World Heritage sites. Sicilians have their own language, although most speak Italian and many learn English in school.
Crete
The largest and most populous island of Greece, Crete has become a frequent vacation destination for many visitors. The terrain of the place is quite varied - very mountainous stretching east to west, with lush valleys, fertile plateaus, gorges, and famous caves like Idaion, the birthplace of the Greek god Zeus. The surrounding smaller islands and beaches are key attractions as well.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Italy, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Rome, The Best Contiki Tours to Greece, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Greece.
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Sicily Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySicily €123Crete €144
The average daily cost (per person) in Sicily is €123, while the average daily cost in Crete is €144. 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 Sicily and Crete in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSicily €59Crete €55
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSicily €118Crete €110
Compare Hotels in Sicily and Crete
Looking for a hotel in Sicily or Crete? 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: Sicily Hotel Prices and Crete Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sicily €13Crete €47
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Crete
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Crete:
- Full-Day Trip to Santorini island by Boat from Ag.Nikolaos Elounda with Transfer: $290
- Transfer Heraklion Airport/Port to SITIA area- Port- Airport: $271
- Crete Private Taxi and Transfer from Chania Airport to Rethymno: $259
- Private Taxi Transfer from Heraklion Airport to Rethymno: $259
- Transfer Heraklion Airport/Port to MAKRIS GIALOS area: $246
- Crete : Samaria Easy way Gorge from Sfakia with Private Transfer: $245
- Transfer from Chania airport to Elafonisi up to 3 or vise versa: $242
- One-Way Private Taxi/Transfer Heraklion to/from Chania: $238
- Private Transfer Between Chania and Heraklion with Rethymno Tour: $224
- Private Airport Transfers from Chania Airport to Heraklio one way: $212
- From Heraklion: Santorini Day Tour with Optional Transfer: $198
- Heraklion: Santorini Day Trip with Boat Transfer & Oia Visit: $198
Is it cheaper to fly into Sicily or Crete?
Prices for flights to both Crete and Sicily 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 daySicily €55Crete €58
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sicily
For Sicily, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Etna: Wine Tasting and Food Tour: $146
- Cooking class we knead the dough with a Sicilian cook: $151
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Crete
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Crete.
- Traditional Cretan Night: Live Show and Dinner: $33
- Traditional Dance Show and Buffet Dinner with Wine: $34
- Troy Dinner-Show: $41
- Olive Oil Factory Tour, Dinner & Traditional Dancing: $66
- Plate smashing | Greek Night with Dancing & Buffet Dinner: $68
- Heraklion: Finikia Horse Riding Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $81
- Rethymno Old Town Walking Food Tour Local Market Visit Tastings: $88
- Amazing Sunset Jeep Safari Route with Dinner: $92
- Half Day Sunset Tour in Rethymno with Dinner and Wine: $99
- Maravel Garden Experience Herbal Tour with Yoga and Dinner: $100
- 12:00 Beer & Food Tour Chania Old Town - Crete - shore excursion: $100
- Sightseeing Day Trip with Cooking Lesson and Lunch: $102
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sicily €12Crete €25
Tours and Activities in Sicily
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sicily.
- Palermo: Zisa Palace Entry Ticket with Audio Guide App: $13
- Sicily Islands: Ferry ticket between Palermo and Ustica: $41
- From Catania: Mt. Etna, Wine and Alcantara Tour with Lunch: $111
Tours and Activities in Crete
Here are a few actual costs in Crete for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 days Local Life Experience at Lassithi Plateau from Heraklion: $108
- 4 Hour Fishing and Swimming Boat Experience in Schisma Eloundas: $147
- 4x4 Cretan Experience from Rethymnon: $111
- 5Hour Safari Tour in Crete(Heraklion)with Quad,Jeep,Buggy & Lunch: $105
- 6-Hours Safari Tour in Damnoni and Skinaria Beach, from Plakias: $33
- A Private Tour of Wine, Olive Oil Tasting, and Chania Exploration: $181
- All Inclusive Full-day Private Tour of Crete Villages from Chania: $165
- Aquaplus Admission Ticket: $35
- Archaeological Museum & Knossos Palace Guided Tour Half Day: $117
- Archaeological Museum Guided Tour Half Day: $65
- Archaeological Museum of Heraklion Tour: $118
- Arkadi Monastery and Rethymno Small Group Winter Tour in Crete: $90
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySicily €14Crete €22
Sample the Local Flavors in Crete
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Crete:
- Crete Countryside Escape Farm Visits and Wine Tasting: $51
- Wine Tasting: Meet the Cretan Vineyard at West Chania: $59
- Evening -Wine Tasting and Olive Oil Factory: $118
- E-Bike Tour - Knossos Olive Oil Farm to Winery Wine Tasting: $128
- PRIVATE Walking Tour with Lunch and Wine Tasting by a Sommelier: $189
- The Gourmet Wine Tour of Heraklion area: $195
- Heraklion SUV Private Guided Wine Tour with Lunch: $207
- Gastronomy tour and wine tasting in traditional villages: $212
- Knossos, Olive Grove, Winery - Distillery with Tastings & Lunch: $218
- Private Wine Tour: $270
- Private Wine Tour at Peza Valley - 2 Wineries and Lunch at Peza: $274
- Private Wine Tour with Tastings at Peza Valley (Lunch Included): $295
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sicily and Crete, we can see that Crete is more expensive. And not only is Sicily much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sicily would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sicily 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 Crete would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Crete than you might in Sicily.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sicily Expensive? and Is Crete Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Sicily or Crete?
Sicily has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Crete. When comparing the sizes of Sicily and Crete, 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.