Which place is cheaper, Azores or Caen?
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 Caen or Azores?
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 Caen and Azores. 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: Caen or Azores?
Caen
Caen is a city in France on the coast in the Calvados department of Lower Normandy. Caen is known for its historical buildings built during the reign of William the Conqueror, who was buried there. The town was destroyed almost completely in 1944 during WWII and it is a remarkable achievement that Caen has kept so many of its historical monuments given the terrible battle that besieged the town following the Normandy beach landings. After the war the town passed through 15 years of reconstruction, and continued to improve afterwards. In recent years the town has made further significant efforts and Caen now has an attractive, carefully restored, historic center. The city has also preserved the memory of its past by erecting a memorial and a museum dedicated to peace, the Memorial de Caen. The city is often considered the archetype of Normandy.
Azores
The Azores are a group of nine volcanic islands in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Portugal. Although the islands were created through volcanic activity, there is far less activity now, making the Azores the perfect beach escape. Most people speak Portuguese, or a dialect of it, with English spoken primarily by those in the tourism industry.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in France, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France, The Best Tours for Seniors to Portugal, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Portugal.
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Caen Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCaen €152Azores €163
The average daily cost (per person) in Caen is €152, while the average daily cost in Azores is €163. 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 Caen and Azores in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCaen €61Azores €67
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCaen €122Azores €134
Compare Hotels in Caen and Azores
Looking for a hotel in Caen or Azores? 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: Caen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Caen €35Azores €30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Caen
Also for Caen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Tourist transfert from Le Havre to Paris: $576
- Transfer to/from Caen-Carpiquet Airport: $106
- Caen to Caen Carpiquet Airport (CFR) - Departure Private Transfer: $40
- Caen Carpiquet Airport (CFR) to Caen - Arrival Private Transfer: $40
- Caen Airport (CFR) to Caen - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $81
Is it cheaper to fly into Caen or Azores?
Prices for flights to both Azores and Caen 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 dayCaen €69Azores €74
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Caen €19Azores €22
Tours and Activities in Caen
For Caen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $108
- Caen : Private Walking Custom Tour with a Local Guide: $65
- Caen Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.77
- Guided D-Day Sites Tour & Caen Memorial Museum Ticket: $147
- Memorial Museum Entry Ticket & Optional Audio App: $24
- Memorial Museum Ticket with D-Day Landings Audio Tour & Map: $32
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $368
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $195
- Private Walking Tour with a Local: $56
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $65
- Discover Caen like never before: guided tours combining history and secrets!: $46
- From Gold Beach to Caen - On the Path to Liberation - guided tour: $183
Tours and Activities in Azores
For Azores, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Madeira: Group and Private Tea Drinking Experiences: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCaen €17Azores €9.64
When comparing the travel costs between Caen and Azores, we can see that Azores is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Caen Expensive? and Is Azores Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Caen or Azores?
Azores has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Caen. When comparing the sizes of Caen and Azores, 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.