Which place is cheaper, Catalonia or Centre and Loire Valley?
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 Centre and Loire Valley or Catalonia?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Centre and Loire Valley or Catalonia, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Centre and Loire Valley or Catalonia?
Centre and Loire Valley
The Loire Valley, part of the larger Centre region of France, is located in the middle stretch of the Loire River. It is referred to as the Cradle of the French and the Garden of France because of the many vineyards, fruit orchards, and vegetable fields, which line the banks of the river. The Loire Valley has been inhabited since the Middle Paleolithic period, so it has many notable historic towns, architecture, and wines. The central part of the Loire Valley is listed on the UNESCO World Heritage Sights. This area is a great location if you are looking for French splendor, style, and cuisine. The Loire Valley was once of great strategic importance between the north and south of France, so there are many amazing castles and towers in the area. The Valley is best known for its outstanding wines and its lively, sophisticated cities. The area in general has a pleasant or laid back feel, and has been called a bit of a story-book wonderland. It is definitely a must see if you're planning a trip to France.
Catalonia
Catalonia is a famous autonomous community in Spain. It is situated in the northeastern part of the country and consists of four provinces. The provinces consist of Barcelona, Girona, Lleida and Tarragona. Barcelona is not only the capital of Catalonia, but is also the biggest city in the region. Because Barcelona is such a large city and Catalonia’s long history of international trade, the area is a very popular tourist destination. Another reason for Catalonia’s success is its temperate climate. Two other reasons that make Catalonia different from other areas in Spain are, people speak Catalan, Spanish and Aranese, and its climate has both beaches and mountain ranges.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in France, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in France, The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain.
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Centre and Loire Valley Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCentre and Loire Valley €151Catalonia €112,278
The average daily cost (per person) in Centre and Loire Valley is €151, while the average daily cost in Catalonia is €112,278. 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 Centre and Loire Valley and Catalonia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCentre and Loire Valley €59Catalonia €16,203
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCentre and Loire Valley €118Catalonia €
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Compare Hotels in Centre and Loire Valley and Catalonia
Looking for a hotel in Centre and Loire Valley or Catalonia? 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.Centre and Loire Valley €22Catalonia €13,042
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Centre and Loire Valley
Also for Centre and Loire Valley, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Nantes Hotels to La Rochelle Cruise Port: $251
- Private Transfer from Nantes Atlantique Airport NTE to Puy du Fou Park: $191
- Private Transfer from Nantes Airport (NTE) to La Rochelle Port: $251
- Private Transfer from Airports to Nantes: $66
- Nantes to Nantes Airport (NTE) - Departure Private Transfer: $63
- Nantes Private Transfer from Nantes city centre to Nantes Airport: $62
- Nantes Private Transfer from Nantes Airport to City centre: $62
- Nantes Airport (NTE) to Nantes hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $63
- Nantes Airport (NTE) to Nantes - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $126
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Catalonia
Also for Catalonia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Montserrat RoundTrip Transfer with lunch (optional): $298
- Palamós to Barcelona Airport (BNC) - Departure Private Transfer: $292
- Private Transfer from Port Aventura to Barcelona Airport : $286
- Private Transfer from Barcelona Airport to Calella de Palafrugell: $281
- Private Transfer from Barcelona to Figueres: $281
- Private Transfer From Barcelona To Tarragona With a 2 Hour Stop: $260
- Private Transfer From Tarragona To Barcelona With a 2 Hour Stop: $260
- Private Transfer from Barcelona to La Roca Shopping Village: $258
- La Roca Village: private Round-Trip Transfer: $257
- Private Transfer from Barcelona to Reuse Airport: $239
- Transfer with wheelchair Accessible from Bcn airport/ port/city: $239
- Reus Airport to Barcelona City private Transfer : $239
Is it cheaper to fly into Centre and Loire Valley or Catalonia?
Prices for flights to both Catalonia and Centre and Loire Valley 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 dayCentre and Loire Valley €65Catalonia €73,008
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Centre and Loire Valley
For Centre and Loire Valley, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Lunchtime Food Tour of Tours: $108
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Catalonia
For Catalonia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe Barcelona with Set Lunch or Dinner: $34
- Barcelona Guided Street Food Tour and Gothic Quarter Visit: $42
- Flamenco Casa Sors & Guitar Museum with Optional Drink or Dinner: $44
- Barcelona Street Food Tour with Local Market & City Center Visit: $54
- Tasty Barcelona Street Food Tour With Local Market Visit : $54
- Barcelona Food Tour: Market & Gothic Quarter with Expert Guide: $54
- Tablao Flamenco Cordobes on Rambla Barcelona with Dinner Option: $57
- Barcelona: Wine Tasting and 5 Course Tapas Pairing Dinner: $71
- Barcelona Morning Tapas Crawl by Food Tour: $71
- Barcelona Interactive Spanish Cooking Experience: $78
- Seafood Paella and Mediterranean Tapas Cooking Class: $81
- A vegan/vegetarian food tour in Barcelona: $90
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Centre and Loire Valley €19Catalonia €32,435
Tours and Activities in Centre and Loire Valley
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Centre and Loire Valley.
- Amboise Alcove 3 Hours Exclusive Walking Tour: $235
- Castle Epicurean Experience with Wine & Local Specialties: $119
- Château d'Azay-le-Rideau Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket: $31
- Chateau Gaillard Royal Domain Admission Ticket: $24
- Chenonceau Castle Entry Ticket: $31
- Chenonceau Castle guided half-day trip from Tours: $117
- Chenonceaux Château Revealed: Exclusive Walking Tour: $280
- Clos Lucé Castle and Da Vinci Park Entry Ticket: $36
- Day Tour of Chateaux of Chenonceau & Chambord from Tours/Amboise: $173
- Day Tour of Chateaux of Chenonceau, Chambord & Caves Ambacia from Tours/Amboise: $281
- Day Tour to Chenonceau and Chambord Castles : $173
- Discovery ride from Tours: $120
Tours and Activities in Catalonia
For Catalonia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Barcelona Arrival Cruise Port to Sants Station Private: $45
- Barcelona eBike Beach Private Tour to Vineyards & Picnic: $299
- Cadaqués Tour 1 hour stop and Super Vision underwater : $36
- Costa Brava Coves Towns and Winery Private Tour: $197
- Day Sailing Experience, Barcelona(9 Persons): $90
- Kids Buggy Experience in Salou: $72
- Luca’s Hidden Old Barcelona: the Gothic and El Born Tour: $24
- Montserrat Guided Tour from Barcelona + Basilica Access : $94
- Private Guides Barcelona Tour with Skip The Line in Cathedral: $238
- Private Mountain Bike Tour in Barcelona: $57
- Sagrada Familia Guided Tour: $197
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - Legends of the Gothic Quarter: $10
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCentre and Loire Valley €12Catalonia €24,656
Sample the Local Flavors in Centre and Loire Valley
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Centre and Loire Valley:
- Caves Ambacia, Tour and Wine Tasting in Amboise, Loire Valley: $33
- Tour of a Vineyard, Winery & Cellar with Wine Tasting in Vouvray, Loire Valley: $65
- Loire Valley Half Day Wine Tour from Tours : Vouvray Wine Tasting: $118
- Loire Valley Tour from Amboise Vouvray Wine Tasting: $118
- Morning - Loire Valley Wine Tour & Food Pairing, Vouvray: $149
- Afternoon Loire Valley Wine Tour from Tours or Amboise: $173
- Loire Valley Wine Tour in Chinon & Bourgueil: $179
Sample the Local Flavors in Catalonia
Also in Catalonia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Barcelona Bar Crawl Old Town Treasure Tramp Adventure: $15
- Visit winery and wine tasting: $17
- Barcelona Halloween Bar Crawl: $18
- Estrella Damm Brewery in El Prat de Llobregat tour with Tasting: $18
- Pub Crawl in Barcelona: $18
- Pub Crawl Barcelona by EVOLVE The BEST night experience: $24
- Estrella Damm Old Brewery Barcelona Guided Tour with Beer Tasting: $24
- Nightlife Tour - Barcelona Bar Crawl with Flamingos: $25
- Barcelona: Original Pub Crawl & Tapas Tour: $30
- Wine tasting next to the Sagrada Familia: $30
- Vineyard walk and wine tasting in l’Empordà: $31
- Barcelona Markets Tour With Optional Food & Wine Tasting Upgrade: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Centre and Loire Valley and Catalonia, we can see that Catalonia is more expensive. And not only is Centre and Loire Valley much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Centre and Loire Valley would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Centre and Loire Valley 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 Catalonia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Catalonia than you might in Centre and Loire Valley.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Centre and Loire Valley Expensive? and Is Catalonia Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Centre and Loire Valley or Catalonia?
Catalonia has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Centre and Loire Valley. When comparing the sizes of Centre and Loire Valley and Catalonia, 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.