A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Naxos vs. Brasov for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Naxos or Brasov?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Naxos or Brasov? 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: Naxos or Brasov?

Naxos

Naxos, the largest island in the Cyclades, is a gem waiting to be discovered. Its blend of stunning landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture make it a perfect destination for all types of travelers. Naxos offers long and flat beaches with clear, turquoise water along with inland mountains full of agriculture and ancient ruins. It has a reputation of being one of the more family-friendly islands for all of these qualities.

Brasov

Brasov is a mountain resort city in the region of Transylvania in Romania, surrounded by the Carpathian Mountains and best known for its medieval architecture and history.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Greece, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Greece, The Best Luxury Tours to Romania, and The Best Budget Tours to Romania.


Which place is cheaper, Brasov or Naxos?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Naxos is €221, while the average daily cost in Brasov is €72. 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 Naxos and Brasov in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Naxos 75
    Brasov 21
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Naxos 150
    Brasov 42
Compare Hotels in Naxos and Brasov

Looking for a hotel in Naxos or Brasov? 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 Naxos


Hotels in Brasov


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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: Naxos Hotel Prices and Brasov Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Naxos 52
    Brasov 17

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Naxos

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Naxos:

  • Naxos Private Transfer: $44
  • Private Transfer in Naxos: $67

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brasov

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brasov:

  • Bran Castle of Dracula Yourself : Private Round-Trip Transfer from Brasov City: $95
  • Airport Transfer: Brasov to Bucharest Airport OTP by Business Car: $165
  • Brasov to Bucharest Otopeni Airport private transfer: $190
  • Private Transfer from Brasov to Bucharest, 2h of Sightseeing, Local Driver: $190
  • Airport Transfer Bucharest -Brasov or Brasov - Bucharest: $239
  • Private Transfer: Bran Castle of Dracula to Bucharest: $262
  • Brasov to Bucharest - Private Guided Transfer - Car and Driver: $286

Is it cheaper to fly into Naxos or Brasov?

Prices for flights to both Brasov and Naxos 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
    Naxos 107
    Brasov 41

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Naxos

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

  • Naxos Old Town Private Food Tour with Dinner and Pickup: $167

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brasov

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

  • Brasov Bites and Sights Food Tour Authentic Romanian Flavors: $89
  • Enjoy Traditional Romanian Cooking in Brasov: $103

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Naxos 40
    Brasov 8.86

Tours and Activities in Naxos

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

  • Cruises to Delos-Mykonos, Santorini and Koufonisi by Alexander : $84
  • Riverbank Adventure in Naxos (Kinidaros - Eggares): $114
  • Half-Day Tour of Naxos Island (up to 7 pax): $143
  • Naxos Villages Private 4 Hour Tour: $164
  • Private Wine Three and Half-Hour Experience: $164
  • Private Full Island 5-Hour Tour: $206

Tours and Activities in Brasov

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

  • Brasov Old Town Small-Group Walking Tour: $30
  • PRIVATE Brasov Old Town Walking Tour & PDF guide: $36
  • Outdoors experience - Paintball in Transylvania : $39
  • Bran Castle Skip the Line Ticket with Audio Guide: $49
  • Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress Tour from Brasov with Optional Peles Castle Visit: $55
  • One day tour Dracula Castle. Libearty Bear Sanctuary. from Brasov: $58
  • Brown bear watching experience at the Bear Sanctuary: $58
  • Brasov City Guided Walking Tour for Small Group: $60
  • Bran Castle and more options tour from Brasov: $65
  • Small-Group Brasov-CROWN City Evening Tour with wine: $65
  • Husky Sleigh Rides experience: $66
  • Brown Bear Sanctuary Tour from Brasov Entrance Ticket Guaranteed : $70

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Naxos 30
    Brasov 7.20

Sample the Local Flavors in Brasov

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Brasov:

  • Bran (Dracula) Castle, Bear Sanctuary, Rasnov Fortress & Palinca Distillery: $113
  • Azuga wine tasting on a day trip from Brasov: $145


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

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


Which is Bigger, Naxos or Brasov?

Brasov has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Naxos. When comparing the sizes of Naxos and Brasov, 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.