Which place is cheaper, Crete or Lombardy?
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 Lombardy or Crete?
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 Lombardy and Crete can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Lombardy or Crete?
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!
Crete
The largest and most populous island of Greece, Crete has become a frequent vacation destination for many visitors. The terrain of the place is quite varied - very mountainous stretching east to west, with lush valleys, fertile plateaus, gorges, and famous caves like Idaion, the birthplace of the Greek god Zeus. The surrounding smaller islands and beaches are key attractions as well.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Rome, The Best 10-Day Tours from Rome, The Best Contiki Tours to Greece, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Greece.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLombardy €196Crete €144
The average daily cost (per person) in Lombardy is €196, while the average daily cost in Crete is €144. 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 Lombardy and Crete in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLombardy €93Crete €55
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLombardy €186Crete €110
Compare Hotels in Lombardy and Crete
Looking for a hotel in Lombardy or Crete? 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: Crete Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lombardy €36Crete €47
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Crete
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Crete:
- Acqua Plus Water Park Admission with Optional Transfer: $34
- Airports/ports Transfers from /to Rethymno (one way): $167
- Balos Lagoon with Transfer from Rethymnon: $81
- Chania Airport Transfer to or from Platanias Agia Marina and more: $90
- Chania Magic City Tour and Kournas Lake with Transfers and Snack: $78
- Crete : Samaria Easy way Gorge from Sfakia with Private Transfer: $249
- Crete Private Taxi Transfer from Heraklion to Bali: $104
- Crete Private Taxi and Transfer Georgioupoli to Heraklion: $176
- Crete Private Taxi and Transfer from Chania to Sfakia: $143
- Crete Private Taxi and Transfer from Heraklion to Panormo: $112
- Crete Private Taxi and Transfer from Kalyves to Heraklion: $235
- Crete Private Transfer from Heraklion to Hersonissos: $56
Is it cheaper to fly into Lombardy or Crete?
Prices for flights to both Crete and Lombardy 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 dayLombardy €70Crete €58
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Crete
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Crete.
- Traditional Cretan Night: Live Show and Dinner: $33
- Traditional Dance Show and Buffet Dinner with Wine: $34
- Troy Dinner-Show: $36
- Olive Oil Factory Tour, Dinner & Traditional Dancing: $66
- Olive Oil Festival in Cretan Farm with Traditional Dinner: $78
- Heraklion: Finikia Horse Riding Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $81
- Cretan Cooking Class at Archanes Village with transfer & Lunch: $82
- The Delicious Chania Street Food Tour : $96
- Half Day Sunset Tour in Rethymno with Dinner and Wine: $100
- Chania Walking Food Tours Crete with a local!: $101
- Sightseeing Day Trip with Cooking Lesson and Lunch: $102
- Full-Day Jeep Safari Tour with Cooking Lesson: $104
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lombardy €29Crete €25
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
Tours and Activities in Crete
Here are a few actual costs in Crete for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Chania Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $9.55
- CRETAquarium Entrance Ticket in Crete: $9.56
- Heraklion Archaeological Museum Ticket & Audio Guide: $19
- Gramvousa Island & Balos Bay Full-Day Tour from Rethymno English & German guide: $20
- Chersonissos: Mini-Train City Highlights Tour: $21
- Heraklion Museum Ticket and City Audio Tour: $22
- Heraklion City Tour - Aquarium: $22
- Heraklion: Palace of Knossos 3D Virtual Audio Tour by Tablet: $22
- Heraklion: Heraklion Market & CretAquarium *SKIP The Line: $22
- Heraklion Market and CretAquarium Guided Tour: $23
- Heraklion: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour: $23
- Heraklion: Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Sightseeing Tour: $23
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLombardy €22Crete €22
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Crete
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Crete:
- Local Wine Tasting & Visit to the Ancient Olive Tree: $142
- Heraklion: Half Day Small Group Wine Tour with Wine Tastings: $149
- Ecobike-Knossos Palace-Wine tasting-Olive oil tasting: $179
- Cave and Cretan Brewery tour with lunch: $185
- PRIVATE Walking Tour with Lunch and Wine Tasting by a Sommelier: $191
- The Gourmet Wine Tour of Heraklion area: $197
- Gastronomy tour and wine tasting in traditional villages : $215
- Knossos, Olive Grove, Winery - Distillery with Tastings & Lunch : $221
- Heraklion SUV Private Guided Wine Tour with Lunch : $237
- From Elounda Private Heraklion Wine Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $251
- Private Wine Tour: $270
- Private Knossos Skip The Line Tour inc. lunch & wine tasting: $337
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lombardy and Crete, we can see that Lombardy is more expensive. And not only is Crete much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Crete would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Crete 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 Lombardy would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lombardy than you might in Crete.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lombardy Expensive? and Is Crete Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Lombardy or Crete?
Lombardy has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Crete. When comparing the sizes of Lombardy and Crete, 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.