Which place is cheaper, Bergamo or Ankara?
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 Ankara or Bergamo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Ankara and Bergamo. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Ankara or Bergamo?
Ankara
Located at the heart of Turkey near Central Anatolia, Ankara is the capital city and second largest city in the country after Istanbul. Formerly known for its long-haired goats and textiles, the city has since developed into a metropolitan mix of modern cultures with historic landmarks.
Bergamo
The blue horizon, now flush with the pinks and purples of a waning day, cloaks the Alps in a mystic blush, only able to view its peaks through faded outlines. Proud, ancient Romanesque architecture surrounds you, and the city feels no more palpable than that of a summer dream. Bergamo, Italy is located in the Lombardy region, northeast of the Italian city Milan. Deemed a treasure in Northern Italy, Bergamo is divided into two centers: the Alta (upper) city and the Bassa (lower) cities, loosely connected by funicular and walking trails. From its cobblestone streets to its Venetian walls, Bergamo is an ancient Italian paradise with many historic sights to be explored, such as Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore and the grand Cappella Colleoni. Breathtaking views, fine dining, high-tier boutiques and shops - it is no wonder that this beguiling city attracts tourists from all walks of life. Whether you look to explores it fine art museums or simply lounge languidly about a cafe, Bergamo is a city that can bring both divert and delight!
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best 2-Week Tours from Rome, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Italy.
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Ankara Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAnkara $110Bergamo $218
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $110, while the average daily cost in Bergamo is $218. 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 Ankara and Bergamo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAnkara $45Bergamo $98
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAnkara $90Bergamo $196
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Bergamo
Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Bergamo? 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: Ankara Hotel Prices and Bergamo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ankara $29Bergamo $38
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ankara
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Ankara:
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Metro Ride$0.03
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Short Taxi Ride$0.12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ankara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ankara:
- Private Transfer Ankara Esenboga Airport ESB to Keçiören Ankara: $40
- Private Airport Transfer From/To Ankara Airport to Cankaya Hotels: $42
- Ankara Esenboga Airport to City Hotels Transfer: $46
- Ankara Airport & Hotel Transfers : $48
- Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $50
- Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $54
- Private Transfer from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Central Ankara: $54
- Turkey Ankara Airport Private VIP Transfer Service ESB: $68
- Private Transfers Between Ankara Esenboga Airport - Ankara City Centre: $75
- Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $114
- Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers: $114
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Kizilcahamam Town: $185
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bergamo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bergamo:
- Bergamo Airport (BGY) to Bergamo - Arrival Private Transfer: $87
- Bergamo Airport (BGY) to Bergamo hotels -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $174
- Bergamo Airport (BGY) to Milan - Arrival Private Transfer: $171
- Bergamo to Bergamo Airport (BGY) - Departure Private Transfer: $87
- Bergamo to Malpensa Milan Airport MXP Departure Private Transfer: $200
- Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY): Transfer to/from Milan Center: $12
- Orio al Serio: Private Airport Transfer To/From City Centre: $233
- Orio: Private Airport Transfer XL To/From Milan City Centre: $350
- Private Transfer up to 8 pax from Bergamo Airport BGY to Milan: $203
- Small-Group Transfer from Bergamo Airport to Trieste: $293
- Transfer from Bergamo Airport to Koper: $280
- Varenna hotels to Milan hotels - Private Transfer : $175
Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Bergamo?
Prices for flights to both Bergamo and Ankara 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 dayAnkara $44Bergamo $86
Typical Food Prices in Ankara
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ankara:
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A Quick Lunch$0.28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ankara
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ankara.
- Turkish Cuisine Cooking Class at Local Home with Family: $49
- Baklava Cooking Class: $61
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bergamo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bergamo.
- Authentic Taste at the Table Family Recipes Cooking Class: $92
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Cernusco sul Naviglio with Show Cooking: $101
- Dining experience at a local's home in Ranica with cooking demo: $101
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Cantù with Show Cooking: $101
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Fino Mornasco with Show Cooking: $101
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Lomello with Show Cooking: $101
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Endine Gaiano with Show Cooking: $101
- Full meal Food Tour with Local Delights by Do Eat Better: $109
- Dining experience at a local's home in Bergamo with show cooking: $125
- Pizza course and tasting on Lake Maggiore: $125
- Private cooking class at a Cesarina's home with tasting in Bergamo: $154
- Cesarine: Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Varenna: $173
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ankara $27Bergamo $39
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ankara
Here are a few typical costs in Ankara for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Underground City$0.19
Tours and Activities in Ankara
Here are a few actual costs in Ankara for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $35
- Ankara : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ) : $36
- Private Walking Tour with a Local: $41
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $66
- 6-Hour Private Tour with Guide, Car, and Lunch: $175
- Private Ankara Sightseeing Tour: $235
- Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $239
- Half Day Private Tour in Ankara: $249
- Private Ankara City Tours by an Archaeologist Tour Guide : $280
- Full Day Cappadocia Private Tour: $300
Tours and Activities in Bergamo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bergamo are as follows:
- Bergamo Old Town Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $5.00
- Atalanta The Hero Quest Experience: $5.95
- Monte Isola Walking tour with audio and written guide by a local: $7.16
- Digital guide made by a local for your walking tour: $8.35
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Bergamo: $9.53
- Self Guided Audio tour of Bergamo: $9.99
- Ticket for Parco Ittico Paradiso at Zelo Buon Persico: $14
- Walking tour in an ancient private tower house in the historic center of Bergamo: $24
- Villa Monastero Museum and Gardens Entry Ticket: $25
- Children Daily Ticket for Adventure Park in Gravedona: $36
- Guided tour of the upper city of Bergamo with French-speaking guide: $39
- Valtenesi Wine Experience: $47
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAnkara $12Bergamo $27
Sample the Local Flavors in Bergamo
Also in Bergamo, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Panoramic wine tasting in Oltrepò Pavese: $18
- Wine Tasting and Winery Tour of Oltrepò Pavese Tradition: $37
- Lake Como Cheese and wine tasting in Valsassina: $51
- E-Bike Tour with Wine Tasting from Salò: $101
- Delightful Deluxe Cheese and Wine Tasting from Lake Como : $143
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and Bergamo, we can see that Bergamo is more expensive. And not only is Ankara much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ankara would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ankara 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 Bergamo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bergamo than you might in Ankara.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ankara Expensive? and Is Bergamo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ankara or Bergamo?
Ankara has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Bergamo. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Bergamo, 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.