A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Sorrento vs. Azores for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Sorrento or Azores?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Sorrento and Azores can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Sorrento or Azores?

Sorrento

Sorrento is a popular travel destination in Campania, Italy. The city has nice architecture and many shops and outdoor cafes you can enjoy. Its access via the Circumvesuviana rail system make it a great base for visiting Pompeii and Ercolano.

The city has a Mediterranean climate that has mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers. The pleasant climate make it a popular destination year around, although you can expect crowds during the peak summer months.

You'll find no shortage of hotels and hostels in town as the city's economy is very much dependent on tourism. Hostels are generally clean and comfortable, but they may be more expensive than you expect. If you travel during the low season you're likely to save some money even if the weather isn't as nice. Mid range hotel rooms are usually smaller than their American counterparts, but they are clean and nice and often come with a complimentary breakfast. The same can generally be said for more expensive hotels.

Azores

The Azores are a group of nine volcanic islands in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Portugal. Although the islands were created through volcanic activity, there is far less activity now, making the Azores the perfect beach escape. Most people speak Portuguese, or a dialect of it, with English spoken primarily by those in the tourism industry.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Italy, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Italy, The Best Tours for Seniors to Portugal, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Portugal.


Which place is cheaper, Azores or Sorrento?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Sorrento is €140, while the average daily cost in Azores is €0.00. 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 Sorrento and Azores in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Sorrento 90
    Azores -
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Sorrento 180
    Azores 0.00
Compare Hotels in Sorrento and Azores

Looking for a hotel in Sorrento or Azores? 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 Sorrento


Hotels in Azores


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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: Sorrento Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Sorrento 7.56
    Azores -
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sorrento

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Sorrento are as follows:


  • Local Bus Ticket
    4.20
  • Ferry to Capri (Round Trip)
    35

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sorrento

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sorrento:

  • transfer from napoli to sorrento or back: $102
  • Transfers From Naples Airport Or Train Station To Sorrento: $125
  • Transfer from Sorrento to Naples: $127
  • Transfer from Naples airport or station to Nerano (Massalubrense): $131
  • Transfer Sorrento to Naples: $121
  • Transfer Sorrento - Naples: $180
  • Transfer Naples to Sorrento with stop to visit Pompeii ruins: $175
  • Transfer Naples airport/station to Sorrento with stop in Pompeii: $240
  • Transfer to Naples, Airport, Train Station. Port..: $102
  • Transfer to Naples with Herculaneum Guided Tour: $404
  • Transfer to Naples with Guided Tour of Pompeii: $404
  • Train Transfer from/to Pompei: $16

Is it cheaper to fly into Sorrento or Azores?

Prices for flights to both Azores and Sorrento 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
    Sorrento 38
    Azores -
Typical Food Prices in Sorrento

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Sorrento:


  • Pizza
    6.00
  • Sitdown Dinner (for Two)
    43
  • Casual Lunch (for Two)
    21

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sorrento

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Sorrento.

  • Private Virtual Cooking Class from Sorrento : $33
  • Amalfi Coast Cooking Class and Wine Tasting: $48
  • Sorrento Art & Food Tour on Breathless 'Views Village: $50
  • Pizza Making Class at Tirabusciò Cooking School: $64
  • Pizza Making Class: $64
  • Sorrento Pizza Making: $65
  • Pizza Making Course: $70
  • Dinner in Sorrento with Love, Laugh and Spaghetti: $70
  • Pizza School Experience from Sorrento: $71
  • Farm Visit with Pizza Lesson, Wine, and Limoncello: $75
  • Pizza School with Wine and Limoncello Tasting in a Local Farm: $76
  • Private Cooking Class in Sant'Agnello: $76

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Sorrento 33
    Azores -
Typical Entertainment Prices in Sorrento

Here are a few typical costs in Sorrento for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Chair & Umbrella at Beach
    10
  • Bike Rental (24 Hours)
    20
  • Scuba Diving (Single Dive)
    45
  • Blue Mini Cruise
    22

Tours and Activities in Sorrento

Here are a few actual costs in Sorrento for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • All inclusive Herculaneum Skip the Line Tour From Sorrento: $115
  • Positano, Amalfi and Ravello Small-Group Tour From Sorrento: $130
  • 2-Hour Private Guided Walking Tour of Sorrento : $199
  • 3 Hour Walking Tour of Sorrento with Local Food Tasting: $39
  • 3 Hours Guided Boat Tour for Small Groups on the Island of Capri: $164
  • 3 hours Private Capri Boat Tour : $239
  • 8 Hour Tour of Capri and Anacapri: $66
  • AMALFI COAST FULL DAY PRIVATE TOUR ON ALLEGRA21: $1,390
  • AMALFI COAST FULL DAY PRIVATE TOUR ON SAVER HARD TOP: $2,299
  • Amalfi Boat Tour From Sorrento with Positano Trip: $152
  • Amalfi Coast Boat Tour: $206
  • Amalfi Coast Boat Tour From Sorrento: $166

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Sorrento 8.72
    Azores -
Typical Alcohol Prices in Sorrento

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Sorrento are as follows:


  • Bottle of Wine
    11

Sample the Local Flavors in Sorrento

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Sorrento:

  • Walking Tour Wine Tasting and Typical Products in Sorrento Farm: $71
  • Campania wine tasting with traditional foods: $75
  • Sorrento Wine Tasting Experience with a Sommelier: $97
  • Sorrento Farm and Food Experience including Olive Oil, Limoncello, Wine tasting : $98
  • Small Group Sorrento Wine Tasting Experience with a Sommelier: $104
  • From Mount Vesuvius Tour with Lunch & Wine Tasting: $107
  • Wine Tasting Including Lunch: $108
  • Lemon, Olive Oil and Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch: $109
  • From Full-Day Pompeii & Wine Tasting Tour: $136
  • Full Day Small Group Pompeii Tour from Sorrento with Local Wine Tasting: $139
  • Pompeii Guided Tour & Wine tasting + Easy lunch: $185
  • Guided Tour of Pompei and Wine Tasting from Sorrento: $205


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

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


Which has a larger population, Sorrento or Azores?

Azores has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Sorrento. When comparing the sizes of Sorrento and Azores, 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.