Which place is cheaper, Lombardy or Canary Islands?
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 Canary Islands or Lombardy?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Canary Islands and Lombardy 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: Canary Islands or Lombardy?
Canary Islands
The Canary Islands are a territory of Spain located off the northwest coast of Africa. Made up of rugged volcanic islands, the archipelago is known for its black and white sand beaches with great surf as well as opportunities for hiking, biking, snorkeling, and scuba amongst other activities.
Lombardy
As the fertile surrounding mountains turn from vibrant green to a mystic blue as the sun wanes, the only lights that remain are that from the ancient Italian architecture that glisten brightly on the glassy Lake Como. Though darkness surrounds the region, Lombardy, Italy glows a golden radiance that cannot be extinguished. Located in Northern Italy, Lombardy is one of Italy's largest regions and shares its border with neighbor Switzerland. The region is known for its capital Milan that is a fishbowl of fashion and art with its haute couture boutiques and exquisite galleries that feature works of the most widely acclaimed Italian artists. Like much of Italy, Lombardy is simply teeming with an extensive, unique history that has fascinated millions for centuries. Sforza Castle, Milan Cathedral, Santa Maria delle Grazie-Lombardy is nearly a timecapsule of ancient relics and treasures. Besides its profound history, Lombardy also furnishes its visitors with a wide array restaurants, bars, clubs, malls, and beaches to ensure that you not only relish the past but enjoy the present as well! Whether you are looking to bathe underneath the warm Italian sun on the shores of Lake Garda or marvel at the artistic specimens on display in Pinacoteca di Brera, life is leisure when you are in Lombardy!
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Rome, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Rome.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCanary Islands €880Lombardy €196
The average daily cost (per person) in Canary Islands is €880, while the average daily cost in Lombardy is €196. 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 Canary Islands and Lombardy in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCanary Islands €82Lombardy €93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCanary Islands €164Lombardy €186
Compare Hotels in Canary Islands and Lombardy
Looking for a hotel in Canary Islands or Lombardy? 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.Canary Islands €56Lombardy €36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Canary Islands
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Canary Islands:
- Transfer Accommodation - Airport: $88
- Transfer Airport - Lodging: $65
Is it cheaper to fly into Canary Islands or Lombardy?
Prices for flights to both Lombardy and Canary Islands 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 dayCanary Islands €125Lombardy €70
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Canary Islands €25Lombardy €29
Tours and Activities in Canary Islands
Here are a few actual costs in Canary Islands for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Tenerife: A tour in a food forest and a vanilla cultivation: $17
- Guided tour of Roques de Garcia - Teide National Park: $23
- Fuerteventura: Aloe Vera Workshop and Tasting Experience: $31
- Tenerife: Cliffside Yoga, Meditation, and Cava Experience: $46
- Walking tour in Garachico (1:30 h): $47
- Tenerife: Guided tour with tasting of 6 wines: $47
- Guided Snorkelling experience in south of Gran Canaria: $65
- Snorkel tour Why not?: $70
- Tenerife: Teide National Park Supercar Tour: $88
- The Lucky Adventure: first steps towards real transformation: $88
- Trek Through Teide with a Lava Tube Adventure.: $92
- Tenerife: Paragliding Tour With Instructor: $105
Tours and Activities in Lombardy
Here are a few actual costs in Lombardy for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Lake Garda: Tour with 4 Olive Oil Tasting & Local Food: $46
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCanary Islands €19Lombardy €22
Sample the Local Flavors in Canary Islands
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Canary Islands:
- Lanzarote: Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting with Cheese: $41
Sample the Local Flavors in Lombardy
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Lombardy:
- Lake Garda: Wine Tasting with Panoramic View: $34
- Lake Garda: Pic Nic in the vineyard with wine tasting: $58
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Canary Islands and Lombardy, we can see that Canary Islands is more expensive. And not only is Lombardy much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lombardy would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lombardy 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 Canary Islands would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Canary Islands than you might in Lombardy.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Canary Islands Expensive? and Is Lombardy 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.