A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Mykonos vs. Ezcaray for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Mykonos or Ezcaray?

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 Mykonos and Ezcaray. 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: Mykonos or Ezcaray?

Mykonos

Mykonos, a Greek Island in the middle of the Aegean Sea, is part of the Cyclades group. Mykonos is one of the most touristy islands in the Aegean Sea and is famous for its whitewashed buildings that climb up the hill along with historic windmills, stunning hillside views, and fantastic seafood restaurants. Because of its popularity, Mykonos comes with a hefty tourist markup. Many passengers arrive here as part of a cruise, so during the day its small streets can become crowded with tourists and its harbor fills with large ships. August and July are the most popular times to visit, so if you're hoping to avoid to crowds it's best to come a few months earlier.

Ezcaray

Ezcaray, Spain is a great place to go if you are looking for a scenic, relaxing, and peaceful destination. It is located in the Sierra de la Demanda mountains on the banks of the Oja river. Because of the mountain range nearby, it is also a great place for mountaineers. Ezcaray is a small town with big charm and momentous possibilities. It is located right at the base of the San Lorenzo peak in the Oja valley in the La Rioja region of Spain. The town has a population of less than 2,000, so it is a far cry from big city life, but that's part of what makes it such a gem to visit. Some say it is one of the best locations to get an authentic feel of real Spain without the big touristy populations. Its sheer beauty has also been compared to something out of a fairy tale.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to Greece, The Best G Adventures Tours to Greece, The Best Budget Tours to Spain, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain.


Which place is cheaper, Ezcaray or Mykonos?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Mykonos Prices
    Greece Prices
    Ezcaray Prices
    Spain Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Mykonos 272
    Ezcaray 140

The average daily cost (per person) in Mykonos is €272, while the average daily cost in Ezcaray is €140. 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 Mykonos and Ezcaray in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Mykonos 74
    Ezcaray 56
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Mykonos 148
    Ezcaray 112
Compare Hotels in Mykonos and Ezcaray

Looking for a hotel in Mykonos or Ezcaray? 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.

Hotels in Mykonos


Hotels in Ezcaray


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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: Mykonos Hotel Prices and Ezcaray Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Mykonos 24
    Ezcaray 21
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Mykonos

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Mykonos:


  • Bus to Paradise Beach (for 2)
    5.60
  • Taxi to Kalafatis
    13

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mykonos

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mykonos:

  • ❖ Private Island Tour with Transfers and Greek Meal: $235
  • Wine Tasting with Greek Ancient varieties-Transfers Included: $141
  • Private transfer from your hotel to the Airport: $113
  • Private Transfer:Mykonos Old Port to your hotel with Sedan: $70
  • Private Transfer:Mykonos Old Port to your Villa with minivan: $94
  • Private Transfer:Mykonos Old Port to your Villa with minibus: $94
  • Private Transfer:From your hotel to Windmills with mini bus: $188
  • Private Transfer:From your hotel to Spilia with mini van: $82
  • Private Transfer:From your hotel to Spilia with mini bus: $141
  • Private Transfer:From your hotel to Solymar with mini van: $106
  • Private Transfer:From your hotel to Solymar with mini bus: $141
  • Private Transfer:From your hotel to Scorpios with mini van: $89

Is it cheaper to fly into Mykonos or Ezcaray?

Prices for flights to both Ezcaray and Mykonos 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Mykonos 83
    Ezcaray 68
Typical Food Prices in Mykonos

Some typical examples of dining costs in Mykonos are as follows:


  • Two Ice cream Cones
    4.50

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mykonos

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mykonos.

  • Food Tour: Aperitivo In Mykonos Town: $76
  • Traditional Lunch or Dinner at the Mykonian Spiti: $76
  • Sunset Boat Cruise with Light Dinner & Drinks: $101
  • Sunset Sail Cruise to Rhenia, Beach Hopping, Dinner: $111
  • Group Cooking Class at the Home of a Local Family: $117
  • Greek Cooking Class with Meal and Wine: $141
  • Hands-On Cooking Class with a Professional Chef: $141
  • Mykonos Cooking Class Experience for Cruise Travelers: $141
  • Cooking Class with Food and Wine: $176

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Mykonos 23
    Ezcaray 21

Tours and Activities in Mykonos

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mykonos are as follows:

  • 2 Hours walking tour in Mykonos Town: $141
  • Captivating Love Tour Around Mykonos: $389
  • Cruise to Rhenia Island with Stop at Ancient Delos: $117
  • Delos Synagogue: Jewish Heritage Private Tour from Mykonos: $516
  • Explore Mykonos Island with a 650cc ATV / QUAD Tour: $152
  • Family Walking Tour - Private Group up to 10: $410
  • Fascinating Beauties of Mykonos - Walking Tour: $562
  • Feel like a local - Walking Tour in Mykonos Town 2hours: $41
  • From Mykonos Cruise Port: Old Town Visit and Beach Getaway: $72
  • From Mykonos Port: Delos Guided Tour: $99
  • From Mykonos Town: Guided Sightseeing Tour with Windmills: $88
  • From Ancient Delos Tour: $70

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Mykonos 20
    Ezcaray 19

Sample the Local Flavors in Mykonos

Also in Mykonos, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Mykonos Town & Brewery:2-Hour Walking Tour with Beer Tasting: $76
  • Mykonos Bar Crawl with a Local: $76
  • Winery Vineyard Experience with Food & Wine Tasting: $80
  • Wine Tasting at a Mykonian Farm: $88
  • Half-Day Wine Tasting and Snack at a Local House: $164


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mykonos and Ezcaray, we can see that Mykonos is more expensive. And not only is Ezcaray much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ezcaray would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ezcaray 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 Mykonos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Mykonos than you might in Ezcaray.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mykonos Expensive? and Is Ezcaray Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Mykonos or Ezcaray?

Mykonos has a larger population, and is about 280 times larger than the population of Ezcaray. When comparing the sizes of Mykonos and Ezcaray, 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.