Which place is cheaper, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur or Northern Ireland?
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 Northern Ireland or Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Northern Ireland or Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Northern Ireland or Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur?
Northern Ireland
You may think you know Northern Ireland, but guess again. This once turbulent and dangerous country has calmed down and continues to pleasantly surprise visitors from all over the world.
Northern Ireland is a part of the United Kingdom, or Great Britain. Northern Ireland joins England, Scotland and Wales in the UK. This is still a point of controversy within this region depending on whom you are talking to. Unionists, or those who prefer being a part of Great Britain, will proudly call themselves British and try very much to differentiate themselves from their Irish neighbors. Republicans, or those who would prefer to be a part of the Republic of Ireland, call themselves Irish. Nowhere is this more prominent than in the historic city of Londonderry. That is what Unionists call the city, as the "London" was added after Northern Ireland joined the UK. On the other hand, you'll hear Republicans refer to the city as its original Derry.
Dress in layers, as it's not uncommon to experience every season in an hour in Northern Ireland. This part of the British Isles arguably receives more rain than anywhere.
More difficult than the weather, however, are the accents of the locals. While it may not sound like it at times, they are speaking English. Simply ask them to slow down so you can better understand their very thick accents.
Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur
If you're searching for near perfect weather, sophisticated dining and a colorful countryside, you'll find your answer in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, or simply Provence, in the south of France.
This popular holiday region covers a large portion of the Mediterranean Sea all the way up to the French Alps. It is bordered on the West by the Rhone River, and in the east by Italy.
To truly appreciate Provence, you must spend more than a few days or even a week touring. Foodies, crafters and wine aficionados will think they've died and gone to Heaven when they arrive in this region of France. No matter your interests, you're going to want to sit back, have a beautiful glass of wine and experience life in the slow lane with the locals.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from London, The Best 2-Week Tours from Edinburgh, The Best 2-Week Tours in France, and The Best River Cruises in France.
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Northern Ireland Prices
UK PricesProvence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNorthern Ireland £163Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur £168
The average daily cost (per person) in Northern Ireland is £163, while the average daily cost in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur is £168. 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 Northern Ireland and Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNorthern Ireland £68Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur £81
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNorthern Ireland £136Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur £162
Compare Hotels in Northern Ireland and Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur
Looking for a hotel in Northern Ireland or Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Northern Ireland £14Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur £21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur:
- Marseille Airport (MRS) to Marseille - Arrival Private Transfer: $71
- Private Transfer from Marseille Cruise Terminal to Marseille city: $91
- Private Transfer from Marseille city to Marseille Cruise Terminal: $91
- Marseille Private Transfer from Marseille city centre to Marseille Airport: $91
- Private Transfer: Marseille Airport to / from Aix-en-Provence (and vicinity): $99
- Arrival Private Transfer Avignon Airport AVN to Avignon by Sedan: $101
- Private Sedan Departure Transfer Avignon to Avignon Airport AVN: $101
- Cruise Port ↔ Marseille Provence Airport Transfer: $114
- Private Transfer: Marseille to MRS Airport in Business Car: $118
- Private Transfer from the Airport or Port in Marseille: $119
- Private Transfer: Marseille to MRS Airport in Luxury Van: $130
- Departure Transfer: Marseille to MRS Airport in Luxury Van: $130
Is it cheaper to fly into Northern Ireland or Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur?
Prices for flights to both Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur and Northern Ireland 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 dayNorthern Ireland £81Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur £60
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur.
- Web-cooking workshop / French cuisine or French pastry: $38
- Aix-en-Provence, Food Tour & Local Artisanal Sweets (EN/FR): $59
- Marseille Miam Miam Food tour: $114
- Marseille Food Tour – Full Meal of Local Tastes by Do Eat Better: $118
- Great Marseille Ebike and Food Tour: $131
- Private Food Tour in Marseille 3 Hours with a local expert.: $154
- Cooking workshop with an exceptional chef in Avignon: $227
- Cooking Classes in Provence at La Belugue : $233
- Cooking lessons: $299
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Northern Ireland £18Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur £20
Tours and Activities in Northern Ireland
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Northern Ireland are as follows:
- From Belfast: Strangford Lough Kings and Queens Tour: $741
- Titanic Belfast and City Tour: $943
Tours and Activities in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur are as follows:
- Marseille Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $4.77
- Aix-en-Provence Highlights Scavenger Hunt Self Guided Tour: $5.74
- Marseille Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.77
- Aix-en-Provence Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.77
- Aix-en-provence Heritage and Food Self-Guided Walking Tour: $6.93
- Marseille Old Town Exploration Game and Tour: $7.16
- Marseille Self Guided Audio Experience: $9.00
- Aix-en-Provence Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $9.55
- Marseille City Self-Guided Walking Tour: $9.99
- Marseille Old Port to Peak Self Guided Walking Tour with an APP: $9.99
- History and Renewal in Aix-en-Provence: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Château D’If Entry Ticket: $18
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNorthern Ireland £7.77Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur £17
Sample the Local Flavors in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur
Also in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine tasting in Sablet: $3.57
- Marseille Riviera Bar Crawl Party with Free Shots and VIP Entry: $24
- Outing EN Solex and Wine Tasting DE: $73
- Wine Tasting Tour at Châteauneuf du Pape: $102
- Morning Wine Tour to Chateauneuf du Pape from Avignon: $106
- Half-Day Provence Pont du Gard and Wine Tasting Tour from Avignon: $108
- Half Day Vineyards & Wine Tasting from Aix en Provence: $108
- Half day Wine Tour in Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire from Aix en Provence: $114
- Cotes de Provence Wine Tour from Aix-en-Provence: $118
- Afternoon Wine Tour to Chateauneuf du Pape from Avignon: $125
- Short Day Tour around Aix en Provence and Wine Tasting : $130
- Provence Day Trip with Cassis Village Boat Ride and Local Wine Tasting from Aix: $179
When comparing the travel costs between Northern Ireland and Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, we can see that Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Northern Ireland Expensive? and Is Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur Expensive?.
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.