Which place is cheaper, Volterra or Los Cristianos?
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 Los Cristianos or Volterra?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Los Cristianos and Volterra. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Los Cristianos or Volterra?
Los Cristianos
Picture your ultimate beach vacation. It probably consists of sand, sun and the most pristine resorts to pamper and spoil you. You've just dreamed up a place that actually exists - Los Cristianos. Located in the south of the Canary Island of Tenerife, Los Cristianos is one of the most popular tourist centers in this area, and for good reason. This area knows how to treat vacationers. The sea is a way of life in this area of the world, and that's apparent everywhere you look. Harbor tours, fishing trips and dolphin watching excursions are being advertised everywhere you look - all ready to give you the Los Cristianos experience.
Volterra
Located in Tuscany, Volterra has an interesting history and impressive sights for travelers who want to see more of the Tuscan region than the popular city of Florence. The town was originally a Neolithic settlement and is believed to have been continuously inhabited since the end of the 8th century BC. It was a bishop's residence during the 5th century and then an episcopal power during the 12th century. It was later conquered by the Florentines but opposition to their rule led to much rebellion.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Italy, and The Best Walking Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLos Cristianos €152Volterra €127
The average daily cost (per person) in Los Cristianos is €152, while the average daily cost in Volterra is €127. 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 Los Cristianos and Volterra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLos Cristianos €57Volterra €61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLos Cristianos €114Volterra €122
Compare Hotels in Los Cristianos and Volterra
Looking for a hotel in Los Cristianos or Volterra? 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: Los Cristianos Hotel Prices and Volterra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Los Cristianos €49Volterra €4.29
Is it cheaper to fly into Los Cristianos or Volterra?
Prices for flights to both Volterra and Los Cristianos 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 dayLos Cristianos €65Volterra €62
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Volterra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Volterra.
- Dinner at the Farm: $79
- Romantic Dinner and Wine Tasting in San Gimignano Winery : $89
- Volterra - Olive oil tasting with lunch or dinner: $124
- Pizza Cooking Class in a tuscan farmhouse: $124
- Fresh Pasta Cooking Class at a Tuscan Farmhouse: $124
- Tuscan cooking class with fresh pasta, lunch and wine: $143
- San Gimignano Romantic Dinner in the Vineyards : $149
- Tuscan Cooking Class: $149
- Authentic Pizza-Making Class in Chianti Countryside: $178
- Fiorentina Steak Dinner & Wine Tasting: $179
- Home made Pasta Cooking Class in Tuscany: $179
- Authentic Tuscan Cooking Class & Winery Tour in San Gimignano: $190
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Los Cristianos €23Volterra €11
Tours and Activities in Los Cristianos
For Los Cristianos, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Camel Experience: $4.70
- Paddle Surf & Snorkeling Experience in Playa de las Américas: $35
- Unforgettable snorkeling tours with turtles: $59
- Tenerife: Electric Paddle Board Adventure Awaits: $65
- VESPA TOUR TENERIFE+BOAT TOUR CLIFFS OF THE GIANTS+BATH +LUNCH: $170
Tours and Activities in Volterra
Here are a few actual costs in Volterra for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Cesani Wine Experience: $36
- Chianti and Castle Small Group Tour from San Gimignano: $101
- Horse Riding in Tuscany for Experienced Riders: Full-day Trail Ride: $251
- Private Tour in San Gimignano: $167
- Private Wine, Evo Oil, Balsamic Vinegar Experience & Meal: $66
- San Gimignano Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $8.34
- San Gimignano: Guided winery tour and picnic in the olive trees: $60
- Truffle Lunch & Hunting Experience in San Gimignano: $197
- Tuscan Lunch & Winery Tour with Tasting in San Gimignano: $94
- Tuscan Pasta & Wine Experience in San Gimignano: Cook & Taste: $225
- Tuscany: Volterra Truffle Hunting Experience: $89
- Volterra - Old Town Private Walking Tour: $473
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLos Cristianos €7.14Volterra €16
Sample the Local Flavors in Volterra
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Volterra:
- Wine Tasting "Santa Chiara": $30
- Wine tasting in San Gimignano: $36
- Wine Tasting in Historic Open-Lounge room: $42
- Casa Emma Wine Tasting : $42
- Visit Best Wineries in Tuscany - Wine Tasting & Tour: $47
- San Gimignano: Vineyard and Cellar Tour with Wine Tasting: $54
- Superior Wine Tasting in San Gimignano: $57
- Vineyard visit with local appetisers and wine tasting: $62
- Lunch with Wine Tasting: $66
- "Gourmet" Wine Tasting at Cesani's: $72
- Wine Tour with Lunch and Wine Tasting: $78
- 5 Wine Tastings in San Gimignano: $78
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Los Cristianos and Volterra, we can see that Los Cristianos is more expensive. And not only is Volterra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Volterra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Volterra 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 Los Cristianos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Los Cristianos than you might in Volterra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Los Cristianos Expensive? and Is Volterra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Los Cristianos or Volterra?
Volterra has a larger population, and is about 490 times larger than the population of Los Cristianos. When comparing the sizes of Los Cristianos and Volterra, 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.