Which place is cheaper, Koh Tao or Tampere?
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 Tampere or Koh Tao?
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 Tampere and Koh Tao can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Tampere or Koh Tao?
Tampere
Tampere is a city in southern Finland. It sits between Nasijarvi Lake and Pyhajarvi Lake, with the Tammerkoski rapids in between. It is one of the larger Finnish cities, with more than 200,000 inhabitants, but Tampere has managed to keep the small town feel. The city center is compact in size, and the atmosphere is friendly and casual. The city is located on a scenic spot on a narrow isthmus. The Tammerkoski rapids and their riverbanks form the backdrop for the old industrial buildings, and ridges formed thousands of years ago by ancient seas and retreating ice offer fantastic views over the two lakes. Original architecture and innovative urban development blend together to please both viewers and users of the built environment. Enjoy the surrounding lakes on peaceful rowboat trips or on cruises on larger vessels, or concentrate on the urban sights from a sightseeing bus. Regenerated industrial buildings now house quirky museums, enticing shops, pubs, cinemas and cafes. Tampere has a down-to-earth vitality that makes it a favorite for many visitors.
Koh Tao
With a name that literally means, "Turtle Island," Koh Tao, Thailand is the type of vacation spot divers dream of. There is the faintest current and a buffet of dive sites and shops.
This tiny island hosts hundreds of thousands of visitors a year, but take not that there are no garbage disposal facilities. Everything that can't be burnt needs to be taken from the island. Avoid plastic bags, and don't dump your trash in the open landscape (then again, why would you?) because there are no departments for road clean up. Water and electricity on the island are scarce, so use them wisely.
Keep in mind that monsoon season from November to January so you may be faced with constant rain for days at a time in those months.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Finland, The Best Budget Tours to Finland, The Best Tours for Seniors to Thailand, and The Best Contiki Tours to Thailand.
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Tampere Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTampere €172Koh Tao €42
The average daily cost (per person) in Tampere is €172, while the average daily cost in Koh Tao is €42. 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 Tampere and Koh Tao in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTampere €80Koh Tao €14
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTampere €160Koh Tao €28
Compare Hotels in Tampere and Koh Tao
Looking for a hotel in Tampere or Koh Tao? 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: Tampere Hotel Prices and Koh Tao Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tampere €59Koh Tao €8.43
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tampere
Also for Tampere, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Forest Campfire Experience with Hotel Transfer: $404
- Tampere Private Transfer from Tampere city centre to Tampere airport: $91
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Koh Tao
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Koh Tao:
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Motorbike Rental€5.04
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Chumpon to Koh Tao Ferry€17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Koh Tao
Also for Koh Tao, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Convenient Catamaran and Bus Transfer from Koh Tao to Krabi: $61
- Koh Tao to Krabi High Speed Catamaran with Bus Transfer: $55
Is it cheaper to fly into Tampere or Koh Tao?
Prices for flights to both Koh Tao and Tampere 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 dayTampere €57Koh Tao €15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tampere
For Tampere, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tampere Food Tour Local Tastings, Meal & Rooftop City Views: $102
- Food Tour with Tastings, Meal, & Rooftop City Views: $110
- From Private Lakeside Sauna & Campfire Dinner: $681
Typical Food Prices in Koh Tao
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Koh Tao:
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Sit Down Lunch (for One)€5.30
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Breakfast€3.98
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Casual Breakfast (for Two)€3.18
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Fancy Dinner (for Two)€13
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Pancake€1.86
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American Breakfast (for Two)€7.42
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Dinner at Bam Bam (for Two)€7.16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Koh Tao
For Koh Tao, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Koh Tao Small-Group Half-Day Cooking Class with Sea View: $61
- Memorable Thai Cooking Class with Stunning View from Koh Tao: $65
- Private Thai Cooking Class at Rooftop Kitchen on Koh Tao: $249
- Koh Tao Private Rooftop Thai Cooking Class with Scenic View: $267
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tampere €24Koh Tao €26
Tours and Activities in Tampere
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tampere.
- Kintulammi Nature Experience (Nature reserve near Tampere): $289
- Private Forest Mind Tour in Tampere: $65
- Tampere Panoramic Tour: $166
- Tampere Private Walking Tour with a Local: $47
- Tampere Scenic Bike Tour with Sauna and Local Flavors: $102
- Calm lake Experience at Hatanpää Manor: $75
- City and Nature Walking Tour with Local Guide: $126
- Fatbike Tour with Coffee Stop: $63
- Finnish Sauna & Lake Swim Bike Tour: $126
- Guided Walking Tour with Coffee & Snacks: $52
- In the Patrons’ Footsteps Walking Tour: $150
- Midnight Sun Canoe Tour with Crepes: $58
Typical Entertainment Prices in Koh Tao
For Koh Tao, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Kayak Rental (One Hour)€6.63
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Snorkel Rental€2.65
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Kayak and Snorkel (2)€2.65
Tours and Activities in Koh Tao
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Koh Tao.
- 5 Islands Full-Day Tour Around Koh Tao and Koh Nangyuan: $29
- Basic Diver ( One Day Experience): $119
- CocoTipAdventures and Snorkel with Meals-BBQs-Cocktail-Sunset: $52
- Full day snorkeling adventure around Koh Tao: $29
- Ko Tao: Ko Nangyuan & Hidden Bays Snorkeling Tour with Lunch: $29
- Koh Nang Yuan and Koh Tao 5 Point Snorkeling Tour: $33
- Koh Tao 3 Dive Catamaran Diving Experience with MV Chaba: $110
- Koh Tao 5-Stop Snorkeling and Sunset Big Boat Tour with Lunch: $39
- Koh Tao Afternoon Snorkeling Experience with 5 Stops: $31
- Koh Tao Small-Group Snorkeling Tour with Lunch and Pickup Option: $45
- Koh Tao Snorkeling Tour to Hidden Bays and Koh Nang Yuan: $41
- Koh Tao Top Crystal Clear Snorkeling Day Tour by Big Boat: $26
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTampere €10Koh Tao €6.94
Typical Alcohol Prices in Koh Tao
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Koh Tao from other travelers:
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Beer€1.72
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Bottle of Wine€9.81
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tampere and Koh Tao, we can see that Tampere is more expensive. And not only is Koh Tao much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tampere is in Europe and Koh Tao is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Koh Tao would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Koh Tao 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 Tampere would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tampere than you might in Koh Tao.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tampere Expensive? and Is Koh Tao Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tampere or Koh Tao?
Tampere has a larger population, and is about 150 times larger than the population of Koh Tao. When comparing the sizes of Tampere and Koh Tao, 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 Tampere or Koh Tao?
Tampere has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Koh Tao experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Tampere or Koh Tao in the Summer?
Both Koh Tao and Tampere are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Tao because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Tampere is cooler than Koh Tao in the summer. The daily temperature in Tampere averages around 16°C (61°F) in July, and Koh Tao fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tampere. Tampere usually receives more sunshine than Koh Tao during summer. Tampere gets 247 hours of sunny skies, while Koh Tao receives 195 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Koh Tao. In July, Tampere usually receives less rain than Koh Tao. Tampere gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Koh Tao receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTampere 16°C (61°F)Koh Tao 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Tampere or Koh Tao in the Autumn?
Both Koh Tao and Tampere during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Tao year-round.
In the autumn, Tampere is much colder than Koh Tao. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Tampere in October average around 5°C (42°F), and Koh Tao averages at about 24°C (76°F).
In the autumn, Tampere often gets less sunshine than Koh Tao. Tampere gets 81 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koh Tao receives 167 hours of full sun.
Koh Tao gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Tampere usually gets less rain in October than Koh Tao. Tampere gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Koh Tao receives 276 mm (10.9 in) of rain this time of the year. October and November is the rainy season in Koh Tao.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTampere 5°C (42°F)Koh Tao 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Tampere or Koh Tao in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Tampere and Koh Tao. Koh Tao attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Tampere can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Tampere is generally much colder than Koh Tao. Daily temperatures in Tampere average around -7°C (19°F), and Koh Tao fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Koh Tao this time of the year. Tampere usually receives less sunshine than Koh Tao during winter. Tampere gets 37 hours of sunny skies, while Koh Tao receives 255 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Tampere usually receives less rain than Koh Tao. Tampere gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Koh Tao receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the winter. February to June in Koh Tao is the dry season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTampere -7°C (19°F)Koh Tao 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Tampere or Koh Tao in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Tampere as well as Koh Tao. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Tao throughout the year.
Tampere can be very cold during spring. Tampere is much colder than Koh Tao in the spring. The daily temperature in Tampere averages around 3°C (38°F) in April, and Koh Tao fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Koh Tao. In the spring, Tampere often gets less sunshine than Koh Tao. Tampere gets 174 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koh Tao receives 239 hours of full sun.
Tampere usually gets less rain in April than Koh Tao. Tampere gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Koh Tao receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, February to June in Koh Tao is the dry season.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTampere 3°C (38°F)Koh Tao 25°C (77°F)
Typical Weather for Koh Tao and Tampere
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -7°C (19°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (19°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | -3°C (27°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 3°C (38°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| May | 10°C (50°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (58°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Jul | 16°C (61°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (59°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Sep | 10°C (50°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) |
| Oct | 5°C (42°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 276 mm (10.9 in) |
| Nov | 0°C (32°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 380 mm (15 in) |
| Dec | -4°C (24°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
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.