Which place is cheaper, Puerto del Carmen or Volos?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Volos or Puerto del Carmen?
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 Puerto del Carmen can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Volos or Puerto del Carmen?
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.
Puerto del Carmen
Located on the south-eastern coast of the Canary Island of Lanzarote, Puerto del Carmen is a popular resort area best known for its high concentration of bars, pubs, restaurants, and clubs. By day, visitors frequent the beaches for swimming, sunbathing, windsurfing, and other watersports - and by night, they flock to enjoy the live music and drinks of the area's thriving nightlife.
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 3-Day Tours from Madrid, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVolos €95Puerto del Carmen €173
The average daily cost (per person) in Volos is €95, while the average daily cost in Puerto del Carmen is €173. 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 Puerto del Carmen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVolos €43Puerto del Carmen €98
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVolos €86Puerto del Carmen €196
Compare Hotels in Volos and Puerto del Carmen
Looking for a hotel in Volos or Puerto del Carmen? 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 and Puerto del Carmen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Volos €37Puerto del Carmen €39
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Volos
Also for Volos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Volos to Athens, Athens Airport and Piraeus Port Private Transfer: $257
- Volos to Athens Easy & Economy Transfer: $524
- From Volos to Athens Airport / Athens / Piraeus Private Transfer: $280
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Puerto del Carmen
Also for Puerto del Carmen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Lanzarote : Parasailing activity with hotel transfer: $102
Is it cheaper to fly into Volos or Puerto del Carmen?
Prices for flights to both Puerto del Carmen 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 €30Puerto del Carmen €51
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 €17Puerto del Carmen €17
Tours and Activities in Volos
For Volos, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- BIKING PELION Private Guided Full or Half Day Tour: $211
- East Pelion - Sea Kayak Tour "Short Paddle": $38
- From Hidden Sights of Meteora Private Tour: $214
- HIKING PELION - Private Guided Full or Half Day Tour: $197
- Half-Day Sea Kayak Tour "The Secret Cave": $49
- Kayaking Adventure around Pelion Coastline : $33
- Volos Pelion Full Day Tour : $240
- Pagasetic Gulf Full-Day Sailboat Experience: $735
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVolos €7.86Puerto del Carmen €60
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Volos and Puerto del Carmen, we can see that Puerto del Carmen 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 Puerto del Carmen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Puerto del Carmen 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 Puerto del Carmen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Volos or Puerto del Carmen?
Volos has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Puerto del Carmen. When comparing the sizes of Volos and Puerto del Carmen, 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.