Which place is cheaper, Kos or Naxos?
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 Naxos or Kos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Naxos or Kos? 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 Kos?
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.
Kos
Kos is a Greek island and third largest island of the Dodecanese group, located near the Turkish coast in the southeast Aegean Sea. It is best known for its beautiful sandy beaches, which make it a popular tourist destination, as well as its ancient Greek and Roman landmarks.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Greece, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Greece, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Greece, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Greece.
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Naxos Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNaxos €221Kos €165
The average daily cost (per person) in Naxos is €221, while the average daily cost in Kos is €165. 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 Kos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNaxos €75Kos €62
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNaxos €150Kos €124
Compare Hotels in Naxos and Kos
Looking for a hotel in Naxos or Kos? 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: Naxos Hotel Prices and Kos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Naxos €52Kos €37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Naxos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Naxos:
- Private Transfer in Naxos: $67
- Naxos Private Transfer: $44
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kos
Also for Kos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Roundtrip Minivan Transfer to Therma Natural Spa Beach: $26
- Lido Water Park Admission Ticket with Transfers: $26
- Paradise Beach Return Transfer: $27
- Roundtrip Bus Transfer to Mount Zia for Sunset Viewing: $29
- Private Transfer from Kos Resorts to Kos Airport: $33
- Kos Town: Kalymnos & Pserimos Day Cruise & Optional Transfer: $33
- A Day's 3-Island Cruise Tour with Transfer: $54
- Artemis Hamam and Spa with Hotel Transfers Kos Island: $60
- Kos Hotels to Kos Airport Private One–Way Transfer: $65
- Kos - Airport Private Transfer: $66
- From Kalymnos Self-Guided Day Trip with Hotel Transfer: $68
- Arrival transfer from Kos Airport : $74
Is it cheaper to fly into Naxos or Kos?
Prices for flights to both Kos 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
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Food Meals for one dayNaxos €107Kos €75
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 Kos
For Kos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sunset Cruise with Swimming and BBQ Dinner: $65
- Kos Greek Night with Transfer Dinner and Unlimited Wine: $66
- Kefalos Sunset Cruise from Kos with Dinner: $67
- Greek Dinner with Music, Dancing, and Unlimited Wine: $88
- Sunset Safari Tour with Dinner: $111
- Kos 4x4 Sunset Adventure with dinner: $113
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Naxos €40Kos €33
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
- Half-Day Tour of Naxos Island (up to 7 pax): $143
- Naxos Villages Private 4 Hour Tour: $164
- Private Full Island 5-Hour Tour: $206
- Private Wine Three and Half-Hour Experience: $164
- Riverbank Adventure in Naxos (Kinidaros - Eggares): $114
Tours and Activities in Kos
For Kos, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Kos Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Kos Town: Glass-Bottom Boat Cruise with Swimming Stops: $23
- Dory's Glass Bottom Boat Adventure in Pserimos and Pserimos Beach: $24
- From Zia Sunset Tour: $29
- 3-Island Cruise with Lunch, Swimming and Audio Guide: $29
- Kos : 3-Island Wooden Ship Cruise w/ Lunch on Captain Hook: $29
- Zia Village Sunset Tour with Hotel Pickup: $29
- From 3-Island Pirate Cruise with Lunch and Waterslide: $29
- The Santa Maria 3 Island Cruise in the Aegean w/ Free Audio Guide: $30
- Barco De Pirata Cruise at 3 Islands in Greece : $30
- 3 Island Cruise Tour in Kos Island with Personalized Audio Guide: $31
- From Kos:A full day cruise in the newest luxury vessel!: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNaxos €30Kos €19
Sample the Local Flavors in Kos
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kos:
- Sip and Savor Boutique Wine Tasting Experience: $66
- Guided Tour of Kos Town Asclepeion and Zia with Wine Tasting: $99
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Naxos and Kos, we can see that Naxos is more expensive. And not only is Kos much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kos would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kos 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 Kos.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Naxos Expensive? and Is Kos Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Naxos or Kos?
Kos has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Naxos. When comparing the sizes of Naxos and Kos, 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.