Which place is cheaper, Mostar or Sorrento?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Sorrento or Mostar?
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 Mostar 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 Mostar?
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.
Mostar
Mostar has historically been a culturally and ethnically diverse city. It was heavily bombed during the country's civil war and many of the city's most important buildings and structures were destroyed. Most significantly, the city's Old Bridge, Stari Most, was destoryed. The bridge was rebuilt through an international effort just eleven years after the war. It was completed in 2004 and included pieces of the original bridge. Today, much of the city has been rebuilt and the city is a beautiful and impressive travel destination. The old town still has much of its original charm and it is a great place to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Italy, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Italy, The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySorrento €140Mostar €65
The average daily cost (per person) in Sorrento is €140, while the average daily cost in Mostar is €65. 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 Mostar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSorrento €90Mostar €34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSorrento €180Mostar €68
Compare Hotels in Sorrento and Mostar
Looking for a hotel in Sorrento or Mostar? 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: Sorrento Hotel Prices and Mostar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sorrento €7.56Mostar €8.11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sorrento
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Sorrento are as follows:
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Local Bus Ticket€4.20
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Ferry to Capri (Round Trip)€35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sorrento
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sorrento:
- Train Transfer from/to Pompei: $16
- Shared Transfer service from Sorrento to Naples central station: $41
- Shared Transfer to Naples Airport or Train Station: $43
- Private Transfer with driver from Naples to Sorrento: $50
- Private Transfer from Massa Lubrense to Naples Airport, train Stations or Hotels: $68
- Private Transfer to Positano, Amalfi, or Naples: $79
- From Path of The Gods Hiking & Transfer with Guide: $80
- Aurora car service Transfers from Sorrento to Naples / viceversa: $83
- Private Transfer From Sorrento to Positano: $95
- Private Transfer from Sorrento to Naples: $97
- Private Car Transfer from Sorrento to Positano: $98
- Private Transfer From Amalfi to Sorrento With Hotel Pick-Up: $101
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Mostar
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Mostar:
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Taxi To & From Blagaj (hiking)€20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mostar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mostar:
- From Scenic Private Transfer to Dubrovnik: $267
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Bugojno: $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Grude: $117
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Jablanica: $135
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Konjic: $174
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Medugorje: $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Tomislav grad: $214
- Private Transfer from Mostar to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $291
- Split to Dubrovnik via Mostar Private Transfer: $524
- Transfer Mostar to Dubrovnik with Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj and Počitelj tour: $122
- Transfer Sarajevo ⇄ Dubrovnik + Herzegovina Tour: $196
- Transfer from Sarajevo to Mostar: $160
Is it cheaper to fly into Sorrento or Mostar?
Prices for flights to both Mostar 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
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Food Meals for one daySorrento €38Mostar €24
Typical Food Prices in Sorrento
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Sorrento:
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Pizza€6.00
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)€43
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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
Typical Food Prices in Mostar
Some typical examples of dining costs in Mostar are as follows:
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A Casual Dinner Out (for 2)€14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mostar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mostar.
- Mostar street food tour: $57
- Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class in Mostar: $80
- Tastes and Tales of Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sorrento €33Mostar €8.78
Typical Entertainment Prices in Sorrento
Here are a few typical costs in Sorrento for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Chair & Umbrella at Beach€10
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Bike Rental (24 Hours)€20
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Scuba Diving (Single Dive)€45
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Blue Mini Cruise€22
Tours and Activities in Sorrento
Here are a few actual costs in Sorrento for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Capri: Boat Tour, Priority Tickets & Blue Grotto (Optional): $26
- Private tour of limoncello igp with tasting by the sea: $27
- Pompeii Express Tour by Train from Sorrento: $32
- Lemon Garden Tour with Marmalade Tasting: $32
- Guided Walking Tour and Limoncello Tasting: $37
- 3 Hour Walking Tour of Sorrento with Local Food Tasting: $39
- Sorrento Lemon Tour: $43
- Kayak tour from Sorrento to Bagni Regina Giovanna: $44
- Sorrento Lemon Tour and tasting of local products: $44
- Inlaid wood Factory Tour: $44
- From Positano and Amalfi Day Cruise: $48
- Skip-the-Line Pompeii Express Tour by Train: $49
Tours and Activities in Mostar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mostar are as follows:
- Museum of War and Genocide Victims 1992-1995 Entrance Ticket: $5.94
- Walking tour in Old Town Mostar: $18
- Walking Tour in Old Town Mostar: $20
- Mostar city Tour: $22
- Mostar Walking Tour: Orient in the West: $22
- Mostar in War: Historical Walking Tour: $22
- Street Art Guided Tour in Mostar: $22
- Mostar Private Walking Tour - where East meets West: $32
- Mostar Shelters tour in Mostar: $37
- The Ottoman Experience Tour in Mostar: $37
- The Death of Yugoslavia Tour in Mostar: $38
- Private Half-Day Oriental Tour of Mostar with Food Tasting: $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySorrento €8.72Mostar €3.47
Typical Alcohol Prices in Sorrento
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Sorrento are as follows:
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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
Typical Alcohol Prices in Mostar
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Mostar:
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A Few Drinks (for 2)€6.14
Sample the Local Flavors in Mostar
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Mostar:
- 1-Hour Wine Tasting Tour in Medjugorje: $16
- Wine Tour & Tasting (Herzegovina): $91
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sorrento and Mostar, we can see that Sorrento is more expensive. And not only is Mostar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mostar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mostar 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 Mostar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sorrento Expensive? and Is Mostar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sorrento or Mostar?
Mostar has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Sorrento. When comparing the sizes of Sorrento and Mostar, 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.
When is the best time to visit Sorrento or Mostar?
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 Sorrento or Mostar in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Sorrento and Mostar. Many visitors come to Sorrento in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Sorrento is generally around the same temperature as Mostar. Daily temperatures in Sorrento average around 23°C (74°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Mostar this time of the year. In Sorrento, it's very sunny this time of the year. Sorrento usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Mostar during summer. Sorrento gets 313 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 323 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Sorrento usually receives less rain than Mostar. Sorrento gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySorrento 23°C (74°F)Mostar 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Sorrento or Mostar in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Sorrento as well as Mostar. Most visitors come to Sorrento for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Sorrento is around the same temperature as Mostar in the autumn. The daily temperature in Sorrento averages around 17°C (63°F) in October, and Mostar fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
In the autumn, Sorrento often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Mostar. Sorrento gets 189 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 178 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Mostar. Sorrento receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Sorrento usually gets less rain in October than Mostar. Sorrento gets 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSorrento 17°C (63°F)Mostar 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Sorrento or Mostar in the Winter?
Both Mostar and Sorrento are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The winter months attract visitors to Sorrento because of the shopping scene and the cuisine.
In the winter, Sorrento is a little warmer than Mostar. Typically, the winter temperatures in Sorrento in January average around 8°C (47°F), and Mostar averages at about 6°C (42°F).
Sorrento usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Mostar during winter. Sorrento gets 115 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 113 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Mostar. It's quite rainy in Sorrento. In January, Sorrento usually receives less rain than Mostar. Sorrento gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySorrento 8°C (47°F)Mostar 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Sorrento or Mostar in the Spring?
Both Mostar and Sorrento during the spring are popular places to visit. The beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty are the main draw to Sorrento this time of year.
In April, Sorrento is generally cooler than Mostar. Daily temperatures in Sorrento average around 13°C (55°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
In the spring, Sorrento often gets more sunshine than Mostar. Sorrento gets 189 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 174 hours of full sun.
Mostar gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Sorrento usually gets less rain in April than Mostar. Sorrento gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSorrento 13°C (55°F)Mostar 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Mostar and Sorrento
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (47°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (74°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (74°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (70°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 9°C (49°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
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