A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Naxos vs. Plitvice Lakes National Park for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Naxos or Plitvice Lakes National Park?

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

Should I visit Naxos or Plitvice Lakes National Park? 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 Plitvice Lakes National Park?

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.

Plitvice Lakes National Park

One of the most beautiful natural sights in Europe, Plitvice Lakes National Park is an area of green forests laced with a system of interconnected turquoise lakes. It was set aside as a national park in 1949, and was later designated an UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Greece, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Greece, The Best 10-Day Tours in Croatia, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Croatia.


Which place is cheaper, Plitvice Lakes National Park or Naxos?

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

  • Naxos Prices
    Greece Prices
    Plitvice Lakes National Park Prices
    Croatia Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Naxos 221
    Plitvice Lakes National Park 154

The average daily cost (per person) in Naxos is €221, while the average daily cost in Plitvice Lakes National Park is €154. 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 Plitvice Lakes National Park in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Naxos 75
    Plitvice Lakes National Park 60
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Naxos 150
    Plitvice Lakes National Park 120
Compare Hotels in Naxos and Plitvice Lakes National Park

Looking for a hotel in Naxos or Plitvice Lakes National Park? 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 Plitvice Lakes National Park


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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.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Naxos 52
    Plitvice Lakes National Park 26

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 Plitvice Lakes National Park

Also for Plitvice Lakes National Park, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • From Plitvice Lakes to Zagreb private one-way transfer: $179

Is it cheaper to fly into Naxos or Plitvice Lakes National Park?

Prices for flights to both Plitvice Lakes National Park 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
    Plitvice Lakes National Park 69

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

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Naxos 40
    Plitvice Lakes National Park 34

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 Plitvice Lakes National Park

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Plitvice Lakes National Park.

  • 90-Minute Rastoke Guided Walking Tour: $8.35
  • Plitvice Lakes National Park Admission Ticket: $15
  • Plitvice Lakes Group Walking Tour with Local Guide: $39
  • Plitvice Lakes guided tour: $41
  • Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour: $41
  • Plitvice Lakes Tour: Secured Tickets, Train & Boat Ride: $42
  • Private Guided Fairy Tale Tour in Ogulin: $48
  • Zeljava Airbase: History and Adventure Tour: $60
  • Quad adventure: $86
  • 2 hour Guided Buggy Tour in Plitvice lakes: $118
  • Rakovica Private Countryside Bike Tour with Barac Caves: $143
  • 3,5 hours Guided Buggy Tour in Plitvice lakes: $154

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Naxos 30
    Plitvice Lakes National Park 14


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Naxos and Plitvice Lakes National Park, we can see that Naxos is more expensive. And not only is Plitvice Lakes National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Plitvice Lakes National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Plitvice Lakes National Park 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 Plitvice Lakes National Park.

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