A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Sighisoara vs. Telc for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Sighisoara or Telc?

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 Sighisoara and Telc can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Sighisoara or Telc?

Sighisoara

Located in the historic region of Transylvania in Romania, Sighisoara takes its roots from German craftsmen and merchants, called the Transylvanian Saxons, who were invited by the King of Hungary during the 12th century to settle and defend the area. Today it is listed as an UNESCO World Heritage Site, and stands as a preserved example of a small fortified city from the medieval era.

Telc

Telc is a small city located in the southern part of the Czech Republic. It is best known for its historical center, an UNESCO World Heritage Site, which consists of a unique cobbled square lined with colorful Renaissance architecture and surrounded by moats.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Romania, The Best Budget Tours to Romania, The Best Budget Tours to Czech Republic, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic.


Which place is cheaper, Telc or Sighisoara?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Sighisoara is $60, while the average daily cost in Telc is $64. 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 Sighisoara and Telc in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Sighisoara $28
    Telc $28
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Sighisoara $56
    Telc $56
Compare Hotels in Sighisoara and Telc

Looking for a hotel in Sighisoara or Telc? 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 Sighisoara


Hotels in Telc


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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: Sighisoara Hotel Prices and Telc Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Sighisoara $18
    Telc $14

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sighisoara

Also for Sighisoara, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Bucharest to Sighisoara - Private Transfer: $428
  • Sighisoara to Bucharest - Private Transfer: $471

Is it cheaper to fly into Sighisoara or Telc?

Prices for flights to both Telc and Sighisoara 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
    Sighisoara $22
    Telc $28

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Sighisoara $7.87
    Telc $5.52

Tours and Activities in Sighisoara

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sighisoara.

  • Candlelight Tour of Dracula's Home Town: $30
  • 2-Hour City Tour: $42
  • City Tour Sighisoara in English: $42
  • City Walking Tour and Dracula House Visit: $55
  • Sighisoara private tour, citadel visit, museum entrance free: $64
  • From Half-Day Tour to Malancrav & Biertan: $84
  • Half-Day Tour to Malancrav & Biertan from Sighisoara: $86
  • Sighisoara Citadel super - private walking tour: $97
  • 3 Days Private Guided Tour in Romania: $856
  • Transylvania Castles & Fortified Churches 4-Day Private Tour: $925
  • From Bucharest: Private 6-Day Dracula Tour in Transylvania: $1,391

Tours and Activities in Telc

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

  • Telč: Painted Ladies Historic Center Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
  • The Painted Ladies of Telč: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Sighisoara $6.42
    Telc $5.04


When comparing the travel costs between Sighisoara and Telc, we can see that Telc is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.

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


Which is Bigger, Sighisoara or Telc?

Sighisoara has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Telc. When comparing the sizes of Sighisoara and Telc, 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.