Is Crete Expensive?

Is Crete expensive to visit?

Crete is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $111. Compared to the rest of Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It's ranked in the top 50% of cities in Europe for its travel costs, comparable to places like other cities in the country.

How expensive is Crete?

The average cost of traveling to Crete can vary widely based on many factors, but our calculations based on previous travlers show that the average daily cost is $111 (U.S. Dollars). Your travel style, accommodation preferences, dining choices, and trip duration can alter your individual budget, as you can find a wide array of accommodation, food, and entertainment options available for your visit. Sticking to mid-range hotels, affordable restaurants, and public transit when available can keep your costs close to this calculated average. See more travel costs for Crete here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Crete?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a weekend trip to Crete will cost around $332 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a weekend trip would cost $664.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Crete?

On average, a one week trip to Crete costs about $775 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a one week trip costs $1,550.

Is it expensive to backpack in Crete?

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Crete is often overlooked by backpackers, as there is a very limited selection of hostels. Because there aren't any hostels and few other amenities that cater to backpackers, prices might be higher than you'd expect. This is particularly true for solo travelers who many have to pay the full cost for a hotel room. To save money, look for budget hotels in convenient locations.

Are hotels expensive in Crete?

From our analysis of hotel prices in Crete, we can see that they are very affordable in comparison to the rest of the world. On average, a night in a hotel room costs approximately $0. The area hosts around 4 five-star hotels, averaging $137 per night. For those with an eye on both comfort and economy, three-star hotels present a reasonable choice at an average of $150 per night, while two-star hotels offer an even more economical option at $72 per night.

Hotels by star rating in Crete

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Crete?

Activities and things to do in Crete can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $28 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is less than the country's average of $29.

• Elafonisi & Milia Mountain - Jeep Tour with Loungers and Lunch: $164
• White Mountains - Semi Private Safari Tour with Tastings & Lunch: $148
• All Inclusive Full-day Private Tour of Crete Villages from Chania: $279
• Party Bike 1 hour Experience in Malia : $19
• Full-Day Guided Semi-Private Tour in a Breathtaking Crete Island: $229
• Small Group Eastern Crete Heritage Tour for Cruiseships: $229
• Rethymnon Olive Tree Sponsorship Protect and Plant Tour: $130
• Preveli Palm Beach Tour from Rethymno - by private boat: $30

Is food expensive in Crete?

Food in Crete can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $37 on food per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $43. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

• Cretan Flavors - Cooking Lessons in Heraklion - Small Group : $213
• Sunset Craft Beer & Food Tour - Chania: $131
• Troy Dinner-Show: $33
• E-bike Food Tour Tasting in Heraklion : $125
• Full-Day Jeep Safari Tour with Cooking Lesson: $97
• The Delicious Chania PRIVATE Street Food Tour : $87

Is transportation expensive in Crete?

Exploring local transportation in Crete shows that the price can vary greatly by the type of transportation used. On average, previous travelers have spent $25 per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $32. If you want to save money, use public transit as it's much cheaper than taxis or private drivers.

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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.