Which place is cheaper, La Paz or Temuco?
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 Temuco or La Paz?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Temuco and La Paz. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Temuco or La Paz?
Temuco
Temuco is a large and modern city found 680 km south of Santiago. While the city is dynamic, it does not have any particular charm with the exception of being a great point of departure for many excursions around the lake region and the many national parks found in the surrounding area. Temuco is also well known for its Mapuche culture, a proud and rebellious community of around 20 000 in the area today, who has fought continuously against every invaders in the past.
La Paz
La Paz, the administrative capital of Bolivia, has a breathtaking setting. The city is the highest national capital in the world, with an altitude ranging from about 4,058 m (13,313 ft) above sea level in El Alto, where the airport is located, to 3,100 m (10,170 ft) in the lower residential area. The dynamic and chaotic city was built in a canyon created by the Choqueyapu River. La Paz is now a fusion of architectural styles, cultures and beliefs, welcoming everyday new boutique hotels, modern shops, delicious restaurants and reinventing standing establishments. However, generally speaking, Bolivia remains more a backpacker hit than a mainstream tourist destination.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Chile, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Chile, The Best Luxury Tours to Bolivia, and The Best Budget Tours to Bolivia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTemuco $99La Paz $56
The average daily cost (per person) in Temuco is $99, while the average daily cost in La Paz is $56. 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 Temuco and La Paz in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTemuco $45La Paz $16
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTemuco $90La Paz $32
Compare Hotels in Temuco and La Paz
Looking for a hotel in Temuco or La Paz? 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: Temuco Hotel Prices and La Paz Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Temuco $24La Paz $9.44
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Temuco
Also for Temuco, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Temuco Airport to Pucon: $140
- Temuco Airport (ZCO) to Pucon Thermal Resorts-Round-Trip Transfer: $163
- Temuco Airport (ZCO) to Pucon Resorts - Arrival Private Transfer: $81
Typical Local Transportation Prices in La Paz
Some typical examples of transportation costs in La Paz are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$0.58
Hired Cars and Shuttles in La Paz
Also for La Paz, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Uyuni Salt Flats 2-Day Tour with Bus Transfers: $260
- La Paz - Uyuni: Comfortable Private Transfer with Tour Guide: $250
- From Uyuni Salt Flats 3-Day Tour with Bus Transfers: $209
- From Uyuni Salt Flats 2-Day Tour with Bus Transfers: $208
- From 3-Day Uyuni Salt Flats Tour with Bus Transfers: $190
- From Uyuni Salt Flats 3-Day Tour with Bus Transfers: $190
- From Uyuni Salt Flats 3-Day Tour with Bus Transfers: $170
- Private Transfer from Airport to your Hotel in La Paz City: $77
- Private Transfer From your Hotel to Bus Station in La Paz City: $68
- Private Transfer from your Hotel to Airport in La Paz City: $54
- Private Transfer From Bus Station to your Hotel in La Paz City: $54
- Private Transfer From Hotel to Bus Station in La Paz City: $52
Is it cheaper to fly into Temuco or La Paz?
Prices for flights to both La Paz and Temuco 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 dayTemuco $39La Paz $29
Typical Food Prices in La Paz
For La Paz, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Fruit$0.72
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in La Paz
For La Paz, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Morning Food Tour with Cable Car & Local Markets: $27
- Bolivian Cooking Class: $28
- Bolivian Cooking Class: $30
- Learn Bolivian Cuisine/Cooking Class: $40
- Real Street Food Tour La Paz: $100
- Real Street Food Tour with Guide: $100
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Temuco $8.07La Paz $16
Tours and Activities in Temuco
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Temuco.
- Conguillío National Park Tour, Full day: $340
- Tour Mapuche Community Araucanía: $592
Tours and Activities in La Paz
For La Paz, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2-Day Uyuni Salt Flats Tour with Bus from La Paz: $150
- A Cultural Journey of Private Lake Titicaca and Tiquina Tour: $124
- A Textile Tour: Pre-loom weavings: $80
- ATV SIGHTSEEING TOUR: VISIT VALLE DE LA LUNA, VALLE DE ANIMAS, AND MUELA DEL DIABLO: $88
- Be a Local - La Paz Walking Tour: $8.00
- Bike Tour to the Death Road: $125
- Bolivia, climbing tour to Illimani mountain 6,438 m in 3 days/2 nights: $1,900
- Bolivias Iconic Death Road Bike Adventure in La Paz: $79
- Cable Car, Cementery, Shaman and El Alto Adventure in La Paz: $22
- Chacaltaya 5,435m & Valle De Luna. 2 For 1 Special Tour.: $38
- Chacaltaya Mountain and Valley of the Moon Tour in La Paz: $35
- City Tour plus Cable Car La Paz: $10
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTemuco $5.28La Paz $11
Sample the Local Flavors in La Paz
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in La Paz:
- Pub Crawl with VIP Entry and Welcome Shot: $24
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Temuco and La Paz, we can see that Temuco is more expensive. And not only is La Paz much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to La Paz would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in La Paz 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 Temuco would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Temuco than you might in La Paz.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Temuco Expensive? and Is La Paz Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Temuco or La Paz?
La Paz has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Temuco. When comparing the sizes of Temuco and La Paz, 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.