Which place is cheaper, Coimbra or Vientiane?
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 Vientiane or Coimbra?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Vientiane or Coimbra, 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: Vientiane or Coimbra?
Vientiane
You wouldn't expect the capital city to have such a relaxing environment, but in Vientiane, Laos you can sit back and take in the beautiful scenery without feeling pressure to see every little thing. With Vientiane, what you see is what you get.
While picturesque temples and markets line the streets, the city is still experiencing a successful building boom. Even the Presidential Palace has undergone some hefty renovations.
Coimbra
Coimbra is located in Central Portugal in the Centro Region. It's the third largest city in the country with about 460,000 people living in the entire region. It is also where you'll find the University of Coimbra, which is one of the oldest universities in Europe and the oldest academic institution in the Portuguese speaking world. During the High Middle Ages, Coimbra served as the nation's capital and there are archaeological structures that date back to the Roman era.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in Laos, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Laos, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Portugal.
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Vientiane Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVientiane $24Coimbra $162
The average daily cost (per person) in Vientiane is $24, while the average daily cost in Coimbra is $162. 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 Vientiane and Coimbra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVientiane $8.45Coimbra $51
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVientiane $17Coimbra $102
Compare Hotels in Vientiane and Coimbra
Looking for a hotel in Vientiane or Coimbra? 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: Vientiane Hotel Prices and Coimbra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vientiane $2.01Coimbra $13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Vientiane
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Vientiane are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$4.15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vientiane
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vientiane:
- Wattay Airport (VTE): Private Transfer to/from Vientiane: $20
- Vientiane Private Transfer: Wattay Airport -Hotel-Railway Station: $9.90
- Vientiane - Hanoi Sleeping Bus Transfer : $63
- Vientian Private Airport Transfer - Wattay Airport: $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Coimbra
Also for Coimbra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer in Coimbra City : $95
- Transfers Aveiro or Coimbra to Lisbon Airport: $159
- Fátima Private Transfer to/from Lisbon: $161
- Private Transfer Coimbra to Take Christ's Convent : $274
- Private Transfer Coimbra to Aveiro Costa Nova : $298
Is it cheaper to fly into Vientiane or Coimbra?
Prices for flights to both Coimbra and Vientiane 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 dayVientiane $12Coimbra $97
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vientiane
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vientiane.
- Vientiane classic Food tour ( Included Food ): $78
- Night Market, Dinner, and Nightclub: $90
- Vientiane Private Lao Cooking Class with Market Tour and Lunch: $95
- Vientiane Private Lao Cooking Class with Market Tour: $122
- Cooking Class Garden House: $335
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tomar Cooking Class & Garden-to-Table Meal with Lake Views: $142
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vientiane $3.80Coimbra $21
Tours and Activities in Vientiane
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vientiane are as follows:
- Vientiane Cultural Tour with Private Guide: $110
- 1-Day Tour to Vang Vieng with Private Guide: $200
- 1-Day Vientiane City Adventure: Top Sights & Hidden Gems: $110
- From Plain of Jars Tour & Homestay: $1,650
- From Vang Vieng 2-Day Tour with Blue Lagoon: $354
- From Vang Vieng Tour with Cave Kayak & Zipline: $113
- Guided Vientiane City and Buddha Park Full-Day Tour: $99
- Half Day Private Tour in City Highlights: $120
- Half-Day Vientiane City Bike Tour: $90
- Lao Arts Museum & City Highlights Tour with Lunch: $122
- Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time: $30
- Laos Railway Tickets Online: Skip Long Queues, Avoid Missing: $30
Tours and Activities in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Tomar Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.48
- Coimbra Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.48
- Coimbra Downtown Walking Tour with uptown insights : $5.96
- Coimbra Downhill Tour Highlights History and Student Traditions: $5.96
- Coimbra Top Attractions Walking Tour: $5.96
- Coimbra Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $8.34
- Self-Guided Tour of Fado Traditions in Coimbra: $9.99
- Tomar’s Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Coimbra City Tour : $24
- Cycle to Ancient Dolmens in Azenha. History, Theory & Folklore Guided Tour: $36
- Coimbra Adventure Discovery and Learning with a Local: $42
- Tomar and the Templars Convent of Christ Tour: A Historical Tale: $48
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVientiane $2.12Coimbra $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Coimbra
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Coimbra:
- Port Wine Tasting in Coimbra: $72
- Self-drive Wine Tour in Bairrada Region: $251
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vientiane and Coimbra, we can see that Coimbra is more expensive. And not only is Vientiane much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Vientiane is in Asia and Coimbra is in Europe, 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 Vientiane would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vientiane 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 Coimbra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Coimbra than you might in Vientiane.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vientiane Expensive? and Is Coimbra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vientiane or Coimbra?
Vientiane has a larger population, and is about 85% larger than the population of Coimbra. When comparing the sizes of Vientiane and Coimbra, 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 Vientiane or Coimbra?
Coimbra has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Vientiane experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Vientiane or Coimbra in the Summer?
Both Coimbra and Vientiane during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Vientiane because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Vientiane is generally a little warmer than Coimbra. Daily temperatures in Vientiane average around 30°C (85°F), and Coimbra fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In Coimbra, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the summer, Vientiane often gets less sunshine than Coimbra. Vientiane gets 141 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Coimbra receives 308 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Vientiane. Vientiane usually gets more rain in July than Coimbra. Vientiane gets 266 mm (10.5 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVientiane 30°C (85°F)Coimbra 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Vientiane or Coimbra in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Vientiane and Coimbra. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Vientiane year-round.
Vientiane is much warmer than Coimbra in the autumn. The daily temperature in Vientiane averages around 28°C (83°F) in October, and Coimbra fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
In Vientiane, it's very sunny this time of the year. Vientiane usually receives more sunshine than Coimbra during autumn. Vientiane gets 222 hours of sunny skies, while Coimbra receives 184 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Coimbra receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Vientiane usually receives less rain than Coimbra. Vientiane gets 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVientiane 28°C (83°F)Coimbra 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Vientiane or Coimbra in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Vientiane as well as Coimbra. Vientiane attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the winter, Vientiane is much warmer than Coimbra. Typically, the winter temperatures in Vientiane in January average around 24°C (75°F), and Coimbra averages at about 11°C (51°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vientiane this time of the year. In the winter, Vientiane often gets more sunshine than Coimbra. Vientiane gets 254 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Coimbra receives 124 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Coimbra. Vientiane usually gets less rain in January than Coimbra. Vientiane gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVientiane 24°C (75°F)Coimbra 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Vientiane or Coimbra in the Spring?
Both Coimbra and Vientiane are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Vientiane throughout the year.
Vientiane can become quite hot in the spring. In April, Vientiane is generally much warmer than Coimbra. Daily temperatures in Vientiane average around 31°C (88°F), and Coimbra fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
It's quite sunny in Coimbra. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Vientiane. Vientiane usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Coimbra during spring. Vientiane gets 230 hours of sunny skies, while Coimbra receives 217 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Vientiane usually receives less rain than Coimbra. Vientiane gets 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVientiane 31°C (88°F)Coimbra 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Coimbra and Vientiane
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (88°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 30°C (87°F) | 255 mm (10 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (86°F) | 273 mm (10.7 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (85°F) | 266 mm (10.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 323 mm (12.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Sep | 29°C (84°F) | 295 mm (11.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (74°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
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