Which place is cheaper, Tasmania or Victoria?
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 Victoria or Tasmania?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Victoria or Tasmania, 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: Victoria or Tasmania?
Victoria
Just beneath New South Wales lies Australia's triangle shaped state, Victoria. This region, while not quite as popular as Sydney, is home to another of Australia's popular destinations, Melbourne. Consider this area because it has all the class and culture of Sydney, but without the large crowds. Additionally, this region is also famous for the Great Ocean Road as well as vineyards and wineries, gorgeous scenery, hiking trails, and quaint small towns.
Tasmania
Who doesn't want to escape to a remote part of the world for some rest and relaxation? For those kinds of vacations, don't count out the island of Tasmania. This destination should be at the top of every nature lover's list. Over 45% of this island is national park land.
Tasmania is Australia's only island state. With approximately 500,000 people, it is the also the smallest state in the country. It's roughly the size of the state of West Virginia with much of its population living on the south and north coasts. The island sees all the seasons and a relatively cool climate. Keep in mind, however, the seasons are different down under. Their summer runs from December to February while their winter spans over June to August.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Australia, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Australia, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Australia, and The Best Honeymoon Tours in Australia.
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Victoria Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVictoria $0.00Tasmania $167
The average daily cost (per person) in Victoria is $0.00, while the average daily cost in Tasmania is $167. 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 Victoria and Tasmania in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVictoria -Tasmania $83
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVictoria $0.00Tasmania $166
Compare Hotels in Victoria and Tasmania
Looking for a hotel in Victoria or Tasmania? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Victoria -Tasmania $31
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Victoria
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Victoria:
- Mornington Peninsula - Melbourne Airport Transfers: $218
- Ballarat - Melbourne Airport Transfers: $193
- Avalon Airport Transfers: $182
- Melbourne Hotel to Airport Private Departure Transfer 12 seater mini bus: $182
- Departure Transfer from Melbourne to Melbourne Airport MEL in Van: $166
- Melbourne Airport MEL Private Transfer to Melbourne by Luxury Van: $166
- Melbourne Airport to City Transfer by Luxury Car: $142
- Melbourne Airport Private Transfer to City by premium vehicle: $131
- Melbourne Airport Transfer | Door-to-Door Service: $131
- Private Airport Transfer: Hotel → Melbourne Airport (MEL): $125
- Melbourne Airport Transfers: $122
- Departure Transfer Melbourne to Melbourne Airport MEL in Sedan: $118
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tasmania
Also for Tasmania, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Hobart Intl Airport (HBA) to Hobart - Arrival Private Transfer: $50
- Hobart Intl Airport (HBA) to Hobart - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $99
- Private Transfer from Arthur Cruise Port to Hobart Airport (HBA): $122
- Private Transfer from Arthur Cruise Port to Hobart city hotels: $122
Is it cheaper to fly into Victoria or Tasmania?
Prices for flights to both Tasmania and Victoria 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 dayVictoria -Tasmania $51
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Victoria
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Victoria.
- Multicultural Markets Food Tour – Melbourne’s Global Tastes: $56
- Melbourne Sunset Kayaking Experience with Dinner: $87
- Melbourne Food Tour with 8+ Food Tastings in Hidden Laneways: $118
- Melbourne Food Tour Hidden Laneways: History & Progressive Lunch: $134
- Yarra Valley Grazing Tour Wine, Cheese, Gin, Pizza from Melbourne: $136
- Spirit of Melbourne Dinner Cruise on the Yarra River: $142
- Indian Cooking Master Class: $143
- Truffle Hunt and Truffle Pizza Experience in Red Hill: $144
- Thai Cooking Class: $150
- Melbourne's Laneways Evening Food Tour & Hidden Speakeasy Bar: $160
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tasmania
For Tasmania, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Evening Dinner Cruise: $112
- Afternoon Gordon River Dinner Cruise: $116
- Hobart Half Day Wine and Food Tour: $137
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Victoria -Tasmania $25
Tours and Activities in Victoria
Here are a few actual costs in Victoria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 day Puffing Billy Steam Train and Wildlife Tour from Melbourne: $159
- 1.5hour Scenic and Wildlife luxury cruise: $54
- 12 Apostles,Great Ocean Road Tour - hotel PICKUP & free entries: $100
- 3 Day Combo: Great Ocean Road, Penguin Parade and FREE City Tour: $243
- 3-Hour Dolphin and Seal Sightseeing Cruise, operated with swim tour passengers: $79
- 4 Hours Sightseeing Small Group Tour in Melbourne City: $73
- 90 minute wildlife and scenic cruise: $54
- A Taste of Melbourne: Small-Group City Tour with Food and Drink: $98
- Alices Journeys Walking Tours of Daylesford 2.30pmFRI 11.30amSAT: $48
- Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise: $144
- Art Tour of Melbourne: $94
- ArtVo Immersive Gallery Experience: $25
Tours and Activities in Tasmania
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tasmania.
- Day Keeper Tour: $20
- kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus - One Way Tour: $22
- Port Arthur Ghost Tour: $25
- Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart: $25
- 1-Hour Tasmanian Devil Feeding Day Tour at Cradle Mountain: $29
- After Dark Tasmanian Devil Feeding Tour at Cradle Mountain: $30
- Cataract Gorge Cruise 9:30 am: $33
- Cataract Gorge Cruise 10:30 am: $33
- Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am: $33
- Cataract Gorge Cruise 4:30 pm: $33
- Cataract Gorge Cruise 3:30 pm: $33
- Hobart Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour: $33
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVictoria -Tasmania $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Victoria
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Victoria:
- Saturday Melbourne Bar Crawl: $19
- Tuesday Melbourne Bar Crawl: $19
- Melbourne Pub Crawl: $19
- Rock'n'roll venues pub crawl including 2 free drinks and history: $58
- Whisky Distillery Tour with Whisky Tasting & Cheese Platter: $64
- Chocolate and wine tasting tour in the Yarra Valley.: $74
- Relaxed Half Day Yarra Valley Wine Tasting Tour from Melbourne: $79
- Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wine Tour with Gin, Cider & Chocolate: $84
- Montalto Vineyard: Mornington Peninsula Discovery Wine Tasting and Lunch: $97
- Yarra Valley Wine Tour inc lunch with a glass of wine, tastings and chocolate: $127
- Epic Yarra Valley Wine Tour from Melbourne with Lunch & Tastings: $130
- Cruise Ship Friendly Yarra Valley Wine Tour with Port Pickup: $138
Sample the Local Flavors in Tasmania
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tasmania:
- 1 Hour Distillery Tour & Tasting in Turner Stillhouse: $25
- LARK Distillery Tour: $50
- 7- 8 Hour StelaVino Guided Wine Tours From Hobart, Tasmania: $134
- Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch: $137
- Richmond and Wine Tour: $159
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Victoria and Tasmania, we can see that Tasmania is more expensive. And not only is Victoria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Victoria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Victoria 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 Tasmania would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tasmania than you might in Victoria.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Victoria Expensive? and Is Tasmania Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Victoria or Tasmania?
Victoria has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Tasmania. When comparing the sizes of Victoria and Tasmania, 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.