Which place is cheaper, Nassau or Interlaken?
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 Interlaken or Nassau?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Interlaken and Nassau can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Interlaken or Nassau?
Interlaken
Interlaken is a small city that is located in the Bernese Highlands Region of central Switzerland. It sits pleasantly between two Alpine Lakes, Brienzersee and Thunersee. This scenic setting and its easy accessibility make it a popular base camp for travel into the Bernese Oberland Alps. It has become a top tourist destination in Switzerland and it is also a hub for outdoor sports enthusiasts with plenty of hiking, skiing, paragliding, and other activities in the region.. Interlaken is a great hoping off point to explore many of the nearby mountains, lakes, and valleys, too. It offers easy transportation to most major Swiss cities by train or car.
Nassau
There are few vacation destinations more famous than the Bahamian city of Nassau. This capital city is full of laid back locals, relaxed tourists and the iconic pastel pink government houses.
As the largest city in the Bahamas, Nassau can hold plenty of people. Not only are there hundreds of tourists on any given day, the city is also home to 260,000 people – that is 80 percent of the Bahamas' total population.
Founded around 1650, Nassau's location made it a great spot on the trade route. So great, in fact, that it also became a popular destination for pirates – including the infamous Blackbeard.
Pack light because it's going to be pretty steamy in Nassau. The climate is essentially identical to southern Florida. It is warm and humid all year with the occasional cold snap in the winter.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Geneva, The Best 10-Day Tours from Zurich, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayInterlaken $324Nassau $226
The average daily cost (per person) in Interlaken is $324, while the average daily cost in Nassau is $226. 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 Interlaken and Nassau in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personInterlaken $155Nassau $108
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomInterlaken $310Nassau $216
Compare Hotels in Interlaken and Nassau
Looking for a hotel in Interlaken or Nassau? 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: Interlaken Hotel Prices and Nassau Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Interlaken $15Nassau $32
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Interlaken
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Interlaken are as follows:
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Cable Cars (for 2)$76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Interlaken
Also for Interlaken, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from interlaken City to Lucerne City: $168
- Private direct transfer from Interlaken to Zurich: $263
- Day Hike to Augstmatthorn with Transfer from Interlaken: $264
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Lucerne: $327
- Zurich City / Airport: Private Transfer to Davos/Klosters: $553
- Private Group transfer Interlaken - Zurich Airport: $899
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Nassau are as follows:
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Water Taxi$7.99
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Taxi to Cable Beach$25
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Taxi from Airport$30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nassau
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nassau:
- Transfer Service in Nassau Bahamas: $68
- S U V Private Transfer, Hyatt, SLS, Rosewood ,Sandals , ATLANTIS : $170
- Round trip Airport Private Transfer (Nassau Limousine): $160
- Round Trip Private Airport To Hotel Transfer in Nassau: $175
- Private Transfer from Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau Hotel or Cruise Port : $136
- Private SUV One way Airport Transfer/Grocery & Liquor stop included : $200
- Private Roundtrip Sedan Airport Transfer to Palm Cay: $190
- Private Roundtrip Sedan Airport Transfer : $160
- Private Roundtrip Minivan Airport Transfer to Palm Cay: $200
- Private Roundtrip Minivan Airport Transfer: $180
- Private Roundtrip Minibus Transfer to Cable Beach: $200
- Private One-Way Transfer from Lynden Airport to Bahamas: $45
Is it cheaper to fly into Interlaken or Nassau?
Prices for flights to both Nassau and Interlaken 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 dayInterlaken $129Nassau $91
Typical Food Prices in Interlaken
For Interlaken, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Tea at Interlaken$38
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Interlaken
For Interlaken, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- From Night Sledding with Cheese Fondue Dinner: $162
- Fondue Cooking Class and Cheese Workshop in Switzerland: $164
- Cheese and Chocolate Full-Day Food Tour: $843
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nassau
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nassau.
- Conch Salad Cooking Lesson and Tasting in Nassau: $80
- Funky Nassau Deluxe Food Tour - A Taste of The Bahamas: $120
- Nassau Sunset Dinner Cruise: $129
- Sunset Dinner Cruise: $129
- Dinner and Dancing: $130
- Authentic Bahamian Cooking Class: $135
- All Inclusive Sunset Dinner Cruise in Nassau Bahamas: $138
- Bahamian Cooking Class Lunch Experience by Tru Bahamian Food Tour: $140
- Saturday Bahamian Cooking Class in Downtown Nassau: $149
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Interlaken $121Nassau $37
Tours and Activities in Interlaken
For Interlaken, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Interlaken Walking WarpSpeed Tour with Local Expert Guide: $9.99
- Admission Ticket to the Swiss Selfie Museum in Interlaken: $27
- GoTo Bern Old Town Sightseeing One Way Private: $30
- Private Lake Thun and Lake Brienz Express Tour from Interlaken: $33
- Funicular Ticket to Harder Kulm: $48
- Rope Park Climbing Adventure with Entry Ticket: $57
- Harder Kulm - Top of Interlaken - Cable Car Ticket: $57
- 2 Waterfall in Lauterbrunnen from Interlaken Early Express Tour: $65
- Sunset Sightseeing Tour from Mountain with Lake View 2 Hours: $70
- Schynige Platte - Top of Swiss Tradition ticket: $80
- Schynige Platte Cogwheel Railway Return Ticket: $82
- Blausee Express Sightseeing Tour from Interlaken Switzerland: $100
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Nassau are as follows:
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Jet Ski$50
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4 Hr Kayak Tour$70
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1/2 Day Snorkel Trip$75
Tours and Activities in Nassau
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nassau are as follows:
- 3 Hour Smart Eco Segway Adventure in Nassau: $99
- 4-Island Tour Swimming Pigs, turtles, snorkeling , rose island, : $180
- Bahamas Adventure: Pigs, Reef, Turtles, and Beach with Lunch: $299
- Bahamas Funtastic Party Bus Tours: $99
- Discover Nassau by Land and Sea Tour: $109
- Fun Atv tour in Nassau with Lunch: Drivers must be 25 years old: $149
- Group City Tour and Beach Experience from Cruise Port: $40
- Sail & Snorkel Adventure with 1 Hr. Open Bar: $120
- 3 Islands Boat Adventure: Swimming Pigs, Snorkeling And Turtles: $149
- 3 V's Guided Scooter or ATV Tour in Nassau: $250
- 3-Hour ATV Tour of New Providence (Inclusive of water & local deserts): $190
- 3-Hour Buggy Tour of New Providence (Inclusive of water & local deserts): $250
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayInterlaken $20Nassau $19
Typical Alcohol Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Nassau are as follows:
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Cocktail$6.49
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Interlaken and Nassau, we can see that Interlaken is more expensive. And not only is Nassau much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Interlaken is in Europe and Nassau is in Caribbean Islands, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Nassau would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nassau 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 Interlaken would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Interlaken than you might in Nassau.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Interlaken Expensive? and Is Nassau Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Interlaken or Nassau?
Nassau has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Interlaken. When comparing the sizes of Interlaken and Nassau, 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.
When is the best time to visit Interlaken or Nassau?
Interlaken has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Nassau experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Interlaken or Nassau in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Interlaken as well as Nassau. The hiking and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Interlaken this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nassau throughout the year.
Interlaken is cooler than Nassau in the summer. The daily temperature in Interlaken averages around 21°C (70°F) in July, and Nassau fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Nassau. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Interlaken this time of the year. In the summer, Interlaken often gets less sunshine than Nassau. Interlaken gets 241 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 273 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Nassau. Interlaken usually gets less rain in July than Nassau. Interlaken gets 89 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyInterlaken 21°C (70°F)Nassau 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Interlaken or Nassau in the Autumn?
Both Nassau and Interlaken are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Interlaken for the hiking trails and the natural beauty of the area. Plenty of visitors come to Nassau because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the autumn, Interlaken is much colder than Nassau. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Interlaken in October average around 13°C (56°F), and Nassau averages at about 26°C (79°F).
It's quite sunny in Nassau. Interlaken usually receives less sunshine than Nassau during autumn. Interlaken gets 120 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 223 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Nassau. In October, Interlaken usually receives less rain than Nassau. Interlaken gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 184 mm (7.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberInterlaken 13°C (56°F)Nassau 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Interlaken or Nassau in the Winter?
Both Nassau and Interlaken during the winter are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Interlaken in the winter for the skiing and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nassau year-round.
Interlaken can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Interlaken is generally much colder than Nassau. Daily temperatures in Interlaken average around 3°C (37°F), and Nassau fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
In Nassau, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Interlaken often gets less sunshine than Nassau. Interlaken gets 55 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 220 hours of full sun.
Interlaken usually gets more rain in January than Nassau. Interlaken gets 77 mm (3 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryInterlaken 3°C (37°F)Nassau 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Interlaken or Nassau in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Interlaken and Nassau. Most visitors come to Interlaken for the natural beauty during these months. Nassau attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Interlaken is much colder than Nassau in the spring. The daily temperature in Interlaken averages around 12°C (53°F) in April, and Nassau fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nassau this time of the year. Interlaken usually receives less sunshine than Nassau during spring. Interlaken gets 150 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 276 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Interlaken usually receives more rain than Nassau. Interlaken gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilInterlaken 12°C (53°F)Nassau 23°C (74°F)
Typical Weather for Nassau and Interlaken
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (40°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (69°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (56°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 184 mm (7.2 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
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