Which place is cheaper, Fuerteventura Island or Hydra?
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 Hydra or Fuerteventura Island?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Hydra or Fuerteventura Island? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Hydra or Fuerteventura Island?
Hydra
The island of Hydra is located in the Aegean Sea between the Saronic and Argolic Gulfs. Named for its natural springs, the island now has most of its freshwater imported from the mainland. The real gem of the place is the absence of motorized vehicles. Car and scooters are nowhere to be seen by the narrow marble-cobbled lanes, rocks, and sea. Such vehicles have been outlawed and so the way to navigate the island is by donkey, water taxi, or on foot.
Fuerteventura Island
Fuerteventura is a volcanic island, and the second largest of Spain's Canary Islands located off the northern coast of Africa. Roughly translating as "Strong Winds" or "Strong Venture," the island is best known for activities like wind surfing and kite surfing.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in Greece, The Best 10-Day Tours in Greece, The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHydra €119Fuerteventura Island €148
The average daily cost (per person) in Hydra is €119, while the average daily cost in Fuerteventura Island is €148. 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 Hydra and Fuerteventura Island in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHydra €51Fuerteventura Island €61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHydra €102Fuerteventura Island €122
Compare Hotels in Hydra and Fuerteventura Island
Looking for a hotel in Hydra or Fuerteventura Island? 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.Hydra €26Fuerteventura Island €46
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fuerteventura Island
Also for Fuerteventura Island, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Acua Water Park Corralejo with Transfer: $48
Is it cheaper to fly into Hydra or Fuerteventura Island?
Prices for flights to both Fuerteventura Island and Hydra 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 dayHydra €52Fuerteventura Island €57
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hydra €11Fuerteventura Island €30
Tours and Activities in Fuerteventura Island
For Fuerteventura Island, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Ferry to Isla de Lobos: round-trip tickets from Corralejo: $22
- Fuerteventura: Ferry ticket to Lanzarote with free wifi: $24
- Corralejo La Oliva Bus Coach Tour Costa Calm: $30
- Corralejo: self guided Ebike tour to Popcorn beach and volcanoes: $44
- Fuerteventura Cocktail Experience: $47
- Dolphin Tours in Fuerteventura: $54
- Surf Experience in Cotillo: $54
- Surf Experience in Corralejo: $54
- Fat Electric Bike Tour in Costa Calma: $58
- 2-Hour Dolphin Watching Experience in Fuerteventura: $59
- 2h Dolphin and Whale Viewing + Snorkeling Tour: $62
- Fuerteventura: Cofete Beach and "Villa Winter" VIP Tour: $66
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHydra €11Fuerteventura Island €6.79
Sample the Local Flavors in Fuerteventura Island
Also in Fuerteventura Island, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Vineyard tour with wine tasting and local products: $42
- Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting and Local Products: $42
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hydra and Fuerteventura Island, we can see that Fuerteventura Island is more expensive. And not only is Hydra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hydra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hydra 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 Fuerteventura Island would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fuerteventura Island than you might in Hydra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hydra Expensive? and Is Fuerteventura Island 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.