Should you visit Tenerife or Segovia?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tenerife or Segovia, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Tenerife or Segovia?
Tenerife
European tourists have long known Tenerife as a top vacation destination. Amazing beaches and a booming nightlife bring in visitors to the largest of the Canary Islands all the way from England, Germany and Spain - particularly during the Easter holiday. Now the rest of the world is catching up. It's not just a spot for spring breakers looking for a party - it is full of mountains, volcanoes and forests ready for exploring.
Segovia
Segovia is a historic town of Spain, predating the Roman Empire to a time of Celtic possession. The town is also capital of a province of the same name, and was declared an UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985 for its multitude of historic structures, including a Roman aqueduct, Gothic cathedral, and royal palace.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Spain, The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain.
Which place is cheaper, Segovia or Tenerife?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
The average daily cost (per person) in Tenerife is €156, while the average daily cost in Segovia is €181. 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 Tenerife and Segovia in more detail.
Accommodation
Looking for a hotel in Tenerife or Segovia? 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:
Tenerife Hotel Prices and
Segovia Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tenerife
Also for Tenerife, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Puerto de la Cruz City Tour with Transfers:
$29
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Jet Ski Ocean Safari with Optional Transfer:
$34
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Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise with Transfer, Buffet by MC:
$70
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Private arrival OR departure transfer in Tenerife (hotel OR airport pick-up):
$71
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Marine-Life Tour with Transfer, Buffet and Drinks:
$73
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Tenerife Sunset Catamaran tour with transfer - Food and Drinks included.:
$74
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Sunset Catamaran Tour with Transfer, Buff & Drinks:
$75
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From South Loro Park Zoo Ticket & Hotel Transfers:
$75
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Siam Park Ticket & Transfer:
$75
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Mount Teide Tour with Cable Car Ticket & Transfer:
$102
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Loro Parque & Siam Park Entry Ticket with Transfer:
$115
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Tenerife Cruise Port to Tenerife South Airport (TFS) -Departure Private Transfer:
$115
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Segovia
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Segovia:
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Private transfer from Segovia to Madrid city/airport:
$168
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Private Transfer from Toledo or Avila to Madrid MAD by Minibus:
$242
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Private One Way Transfer from Avila to Madrid City Airport:
$99
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Hot Air Balloon over Segovia with Optional Transfers from Madrid:
$245
Is it cheaper to fly into Tenerife or Segovia?
Prices for flights to both Segovia and Tenerife 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 day
Tenerife €67
Segovia €84
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tenerife
For Tenerife, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Mojo Workshop Cooking Class in Ancient Canarian Village:
$34
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Hard Rock Cafe Set Menu Lunch or Dinner & Drink:
$40
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MHT - Music Hall Tavern Comedy Drag Dinner Show:
$52
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Medieval San Miguel castle with dinner-Show in South Tenerife :
$59
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Medieval Castle with dinner from Puerto de la Cruz in TenerifeSur:
$59
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Self Driving Sunset Tour with Dinner and Stargazing in Tenerife:
$77
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Teide National Park Stargazing Experience Without Dinner(NO Food):
$77
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"The Wild South" musical show with dinner and transportation:
$81
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Teide Night Experience with Dinner and Stargazing:
$92
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Astronomical experience on Mount Teide with sunset, stargazing, and dinner:
$93
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Teide National Park Sunset & Stargazing with Dinner (Star Safari):
$94
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Teide: Guided Sunset & Stargazing Tour by Night with Dinner:
$105
Entertainment
Tours and Activities in Tenerife
For Tenerife, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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Teide Legends Exhibition Entry Ticket:
$3.52
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Entrance Ticket for Students in La Casa de los Balcones:
$3.57
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Icod de los Vinos: Casa del Plátano Entry Ticket:
$5.87
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Icod de los Vinos: Dragon Tree & Botanical Garden Ticket:
$5.87
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La Casa de Los Balcones Entrance Ticket:
$7.05
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Santa Cruz de Tenerife Palmetum Entry Ticket:
$7.05
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San Cristobal de La Laguna : Cathedral ticket w/ audioguide:
$8.22
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Tenerife Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self Guided Tour:
$8.33
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Fish Spa Experience Playa Fañabe:
$9.40
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Finca Las Margaritas Banana Plantation Experience:
$12
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Icod de los Vinos: ARTlandya Doll World Entry Ticket & Tour:
$12
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Los Cristianos: Eco-Yacht Whale Watching Cruise with Swim:
$14
Tours and Activities in Segovia
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Segovia are as follows:
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Ávila Walking Tour:
$180
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Avila Historic Old Town Walking Tour:
$18
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Combo Segovia Alcazar Castle and Tower of Juan II Entry Ticket:
$24
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E-ticket to Cathedral of Segovia with Audio Tour:
$17
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Guided Tour of Ávila:
$3.59
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Guided Tour to Tower / Guided Tour of the Tower:
$9.31
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Guided Tuktuk Tour with Stops and Drop-off in Ávila:
$18
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Kid Friendly Segovia Highlights Private Guided Tour for Families:
$266
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Legends and Mysteries DE Segovia Tour:
$12
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Private 3-hour Walking Tour of Avila with official tour guide:
$194
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Private Tour in Ávila, Walls and Historic Center:
$216
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Segovia Alcázar de Segovia Entry Ticket:
$21
Alcohol
Sample the Local Flavors in Tenerife
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Tenerife:
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Wine tasting and Canarian products in La Orotava:
$20
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Valley of Tegueste: Wine Tour with Tasting at El Lomo Winery:
$21
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Tenerife : Brewery guided tour with tasting at TACOA Brewery:
$23
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Ecological Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting:
$54
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Full-Day Gastronomy and Wine Tour:
$96
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Wine tasting "Tenerife grape varieties":
$179
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Volcano Teide Buggy Tour with Wine Tasting & Tapas:
$247
When comparing the travel costs between Tenerife and Segovia, we can see that Segovia 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 Tenerife Expensive? and Is Segovia Expensive?.
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