Which place is cheaper, Costa Vicentina or Alicante?
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 Alicante 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 Alicante and Costa Vicentina can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alicante or Costa Vicentina?
Alicante
Alicante is a gorgeous coastal city in the Costa Blanca region, on the east coast of Spain. The region is famous for its white sandy beaches, the party-haven of Benidorm and the stunning palm tree-lined boulevard in the city of Alicante. I have been visiting Alicante for close to 20 years, so, it has become almost a second home to me. Here are my top tips to have the best vacation in Alicante.
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 2-Week Tours from Madrid, The Best 2-Week Tours from Barcelona, The Best Walking Tours in Portugal, and The Best Luxury Tours to Portugal.
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Alicante Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlicante €179Costa Vicentina €150
The average daily cost (per person) in Alicante is €179, while the average daily cost in Costa Vicentina is €150. 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 Alicante and Costa Vicentina in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlicante €42Costa Vicentina €66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlicante €84Costa Vicentina €132
Compare Hotels in Alicante and Costa Vicentina
Looking for a hotel in Alicante 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: Alicante Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alicante -Costa Vicentina €40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alicante
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alicante:
- Algar Waterfalls with Transfer from Alicante and Benidorm: $60
- Alicante : Highest DE Spain cave with transfer included: $63
- Alicante Airport(ALC) to Alicante City - Arrival Private Transfer: $63
- Alicante Private Horseback Ride with Picnic and Transfer: $214
- Alicante and Benidorm: Guadalest Castle Tour including Transfer: $78
- Alicante to Alicante Airport (ALC)- Departure Private Transfer: $63
- Alicante; Cuevas del Canelobre and Busot Local Guide with Transfer: $68
- Alicante; Wine Tour Wine Tasting, Food and Transfer: $75
- Canelobre Caves and Busot Tour with Transfer from Alicante: $61
- Private Transfer - Alicante Airport (ALC) to Alicante Cruise Port: $109
- Private Transfer - Alicante Cruise Port to Alicante Airport (ALC): $109
- Private Transfer Alicante-Murcia OR Murcia-Alicante: $237
Is it cheaper to fly into Alicante or Costa Vicentina?
Prices for flights to both Costa Vicentina and Alicante 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 dayAlicante €124Costa Vicentina €59
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alicante
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alicante.
- Evening Spanish Tapas Cooking Class with Drinks in Alicante: $43
- Alicante Paella Cooking Class, Tapas, Drinks and Marketplace: $58
- Paella & Sangria Cooking Class in Alicante with Market Visit: $58
- Fuse Spanish With Italian For Dinner In Mutxamel: $98
- Make and enjoy a real Neapolitan pizza in Spain: $104
- Alicante PRIVATE Food Tour With Locals: 10 Food & Drink Tastings Included: $162
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alicante €53Costa Vicentina €17
Typical Entertainment Prices in Alicante
Here are a few typical costs in Alicante for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Food and Tapas Tour (for 2)€54
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Catamaran Cruise (for 2)€67
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Wine Tasting Tour (for 2)€120
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Walking Tour (for 2)€60
Tours and Activities in Alicante
Here are a few actual costs in Alicante for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Alicante Secret Society Exploration Game and Tour: $5.95
- Museum of Illusions Alicante Entrance ticket: $23
- Hot Spots Urban Tour with Advice Art and Activities: $31
- Shared Walking Tour Experience in Alicante Spain : $35
- Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide : $35
- Alicante Historic Small Group Tour with Tapas Tasting: $35
- Tuk Tuk Tour in Alicante: $36
- Alicante City & Beach Bike Tour : $36
- Alicante E-Bike Coast Tour with Román Fishpond and Snorkeling: $42
- City Bike Tour in Alicante: $42
- Alicante Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $57
- Guadalest and Algar Waterfalls Tour from Alicante or Benidorm: $59
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlicante -Costa Vicentina €8.71
Sample the Local Flavors in Alicante
Also in Alicante, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Alicante Wine Tasting and Tapas Club: $42
- Guided tour of Vinalopó Castles and Wine Tasting: $89
- Alicante Wine Tasting and Tapas for Foodies: $161
- Wine tasting and tapas premium in Alicante : $179
- Total Alicante walking tour, tapas and wine tasting: $292
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alicante and Costa Vicentina, we can see that Alicante is more expensive. And not only is Costa Vicentina much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Costa Vicentina would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Costa Vicentina 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 Alicante would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Alicante than you might in Costa Vicentina.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Alicante 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.