Which place is cheaper, La Rioja or Aquitaine?
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 Aquitaine or La Rioja?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Aquitaine and La Rioja can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Aquitaine or La Rioja?
Aquitaine
Aquitaine, also known as "Guyenne" or "Guienne," is a province of south-west France with a stretch of coastline along the Atlantic Ocean and a mountainous border to the south with Spain. The province covers an extensive area encompassing anything from coastline to countryside, small villages to thriving cities, and expansive vineyards to age-old castles.
La Rioja
La Rioja is an area in northern Spain located in the Iberia peninsula. It is not as commonly known as some of the bigger cities, but it is a great place to visit. The area has more than 500 wineries, and though the area may not be well known as a tourist location, the name is often recognizable for its quality wine. La Rioja is full of natural beauty and Spanish culture. Because it is not as touristy as some of the larger areas of Spain, you are more likely to get a more genuine idea of real Spanish life and culture by visiting this region. The La Rioja area is nestled between cities like Burgos, Bilbao, San Sebastian, Pamplona and Zaragoza, so you are never far from the more popular northern cities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to France, The Best Tours for Seniors to France, The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAquitaine €147La Rioja €137,991
The average daily cost (per person) in Aquitaine is €147, while the average daily cost in La Rioja is €137,991. 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 Aquitaine and La Rioja in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAquitaine €60La Rioja €42,730
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAquitaine €120La Rioja €
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Compare Hotels in Aquitaine and La Rioja
Looking for a hotel in Aquitaine or La Rioja? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aquitaine €23La Rioja €9,556
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aquitaine
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aquitaine:
- Private transfer from Biarritz BIQ airport to San Sebastian: $251
- Private Transfer from Bordeaux to Bordeaux Airport: $161
- Private Transfer from Bordeaux Airport to City of Bordeaux: $197
- Private Transfer from Biarritz city to San Sebastian Airport: $192
- Private Transfer from Biarritz city to San Sebastian : $193
- Private Transfer Bordeaux City to Bordeaux Airport BOD by Sedan: $56
- Departure Transfer: Bordeaux to Airport BOD by Luxury Van: $118
- Departure Transfer: Bordeaux to Airport BOD by Business Car: $112
- Chauffeured car Transfers to Saint Jean Pied de Port: $191
- Chauffeured Car Transfers between Biarritz and San Sebastian: $215
- Bordeaux to Airport Private Transfer in Van Business: $257
- Bordeaux to Airport Private Transfer in Business Sedan: $197
Is it cheaper to fly into Aquitaine or La Rioja?
Prices for flights to both La Rioja and Aquitaine 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 dayAquitaine €61La Rioja €67,087
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aquitaine
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aquitaine.
- Bordeaux : Morning Market Food Tour: $90
- Biarritz Guided Walking and Gourmet Tour Food Tour: $101
- Bordeaux Food Tour: $113
- Bayonne Food Tour: Journey Through Flavors (with food and drinks): $114
- Bordeaux Organic Food Tour - French Apéro Style: $118
- Plant-based French Cooking Class in Historic Bordeaux Apartment: $119
- Bordeaux Food Tour – A Full French Meal by Do Eat Better: $125
- Bordeaux Traditional Gourmet Walking Food Tour: $131
- Basque Country Food Tour: $262
- Private cooking lesson - Canelés in 3 gourmet recipes: $299
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aquitaine €19La Rioja €24,435
Tours and Activities in Aquitaine
Here are a few actual costs in Aquitaine for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- "Bordeaux by bicycle: a 3-hour tour immersive experience": $36
- Free Walking Bordeaux Tour ENG + 1 glass of wine (Tip based): $3.58
- "Explore Saint-Émilion on e-Bikes: Small Group, half-Day Tour": $108
- 2 hours - Bordeaux Private tour with a native guide: $179
- Arcachon: Guided City Walking Tour: $239
- Bayonne City Tour: $35
- Bayonne Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.77
- Bayonne Walking Tour: $30
- Best : Bordeaux walking tour in Eng + Glass of Wine (Tip based): $3.58
- Best of Bordeaux: Wine, Cheese, Pastries & Food Walking Tour: $118
- Biarritz City Tour: $35
- Biarritz Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.76
Tours and Activities in La Rioja
For La Rioja, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Vineyards Tour in San Vicente de la Sonsierra: $102
- Semi-Private La Rioja Tour of 3 Premium Wineries from Bilbao: $266
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAquitaine €11La Rioja €6,453
Sample the Local Flavors in Aquitaine
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Aquitaine:
- Wine Tasting at Chateau Lestevenie: $8.35
- Bordeaux Wine and Trade Museum Admission Ticket with Wine Tasting: $14
- A Tasty Wine Tour in Saint-Emilion in French: $18
- Pub Crawl Bordeaux : Drink, Laugh, Meet the World: $30
- Bordeaux: Wine Tour and Tasting: $32
- Unusual wine tasting in DARWIN (Bordeaux)!: $33
- Blind wine tasting - discover wine differently: $42
- Chateau du Taillan and Park including Wine Tasting Tour: $48
- Bordeaux: Wine tasting with a DipWSET, CMS Certified Sommelier : $60
- Half-Day Wine tour across Bordeaux’s Vineyards: $71
- Saint Emilion Half Day Individual Wine Tour: $77
- From Bordeaux: Saint-Émilion Half-Day Trip with Wine Tasting: $90
Sample the Local Flavors in La Rioja
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in La Rioja:
- Rioja: Wine tasting and sampling at the Martínez Alesanco family winery: $21
- Private Wine Tasting in San Vicente de la Sonsierra: $66
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aquitaine and La Rioja, we can see that La Rioja is more expensive. And not only is Aquitaine much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Aquitaine would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Aquitaine 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 La Rioja would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in La Rioja than you might in Aquitaine.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aquitaine Expensive? and Is La Rioja Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Aquitaine or La Rioja?
Aquitaine has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of La Rioja. When comparing the sizes of Aquitaine and La Rioja, 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.