Which place is cheaper, Costa Vicentina or Volos?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Volos or Costa Vicentina?
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 Volos and Costa Vicentina can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Volos or Costa Vicentina?
Volos
The coastal port city of Volos on the mainland of Greece sits on a very unique and important location in the agricultural region of Thessaly. Situated between Athens and Thessaloniki, Volos provides a commercial outlet to the sea, allowing a bridge between Europe, the Middle East and Asia. It is the most recent of Greece's port cities, and is highly populated with many modern buildings.
Costa Vicentina
Costa Vicentina is the beautiful coastal area in southwest Portugal which runs through both the Algarve and Alentejo Regions along the southern coast. This is actually part of the longest stretch of protected coastline in Portugal, making it one of the best places to experience the unadulterated beauty and nature of the country. Costa Vicentina offers miles of some of the best Portugal beaches, fantastic hiking trails, and lovely old villages to explore. The area sees far more Portuguese tourists than international ones, so expect Portuguese to be the only language spoken by many people, especially in the smaller villages.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Athens, The Best 10-Day Tours from Athens, The Best Walking Tours in Portugal, and The Best Luxury Tours to Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVolos €95Costa Vicentina €125
The average daily cost (per person) in Volos is €95, while the average daily cost in Costa Vicentina is €125. 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 Volos and Costa Vicentina in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVolos €43Costa Vicentina €66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVolos €86Costa Vicentina €132
Compare Hotels in Volos and Costa Vicentina
Looking for a hotel in Volos or Costa Vicentina? 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: Volos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Volos €37Costa Vicentina €40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Volos
Also for Volos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Volos to Athens Airport / Athens / Piraeus Private Transfer: $280
- Volos to Athens Easy & Economy Transfer: $524
- Volos to Athens, Athens Airport and Piraeus Port Private Transfer: $257
Is it cheaper to fly into Volos or Costa Vicentina?
Prices for flights to both Costa Vicentina and Volos 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 dayVolos €30Costa Vicentina €34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Volos
For Volos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking Session "Pelion Flavours": $71
- Cook like a local Greek Cooking lesson in Mt Pelion Greece: $109
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Volos €17Costa Vicentina €17
Tours and Activities in Volos
For Volos, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Kayaking Adventure around Pelion Coastline : $33
- East Pelion - Sea Kayak Tour "Short Paddle": $38
- Half-Day Sea Kayak Tour "The Secret Cave": $49
- HIKING PELION - Private Guided Full or Half Day Tour: $197
- BIKING PELION Private Guided Full or Half Day Tour: $211
- From Hidden Sights of Meteora Private Tour: $214
- Volos Pelion Full Day Tour : $240
- Pagasetic Gulf Full-Day Sailboat Experience: $735
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVolos €7.86Costa Vicentina €8.71
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Volos and Costa Vicentina, we can see that Costa Vicentina is more expensive. And not only is Volos much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Volos would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Volos 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 Costa Vicentina would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Costa Vicentina than you might in Volos.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Volos Expensive? and Is Costa Vicentina Expensive?.
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.