Which place is cheaper, Budva or Pamukkale?
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 Pamukkale or Budva?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Pamukkale and Budva can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Budva?
Pamukkale
Pamukkale is in southeastern Aegean Turkey and is historically a spa town that has been in existence since the 2nd century BC. It is popular with tourists for its beautiful hot springs and travertines, or pools that are coated in a very unique calcium covering. The area is very rich in mineral content and the water, which has been flowing for thousands of years, has deposited calcium in each pool. This unique whiteness creates an unworldly beauty that draws visitors from around the world. If you're visiting during the summer months when the sun is out in full force, don't forget the sunscreen, as the white reflects the light and you can end up with a sunburn quite quickly. You'll also want to make sure you have sunglasses available because the glare can be quite extreme.
Budva
A coastal resort in Montenegro, Budva is probably the country's most popular tourist destination. Not only does it host a number of great beaches, but it is also home to a picturesque old town center located on a small peninsula. Some of its best features include narrow winding lanes, historic buildings, churches, and small squares.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Montenegro, and The Best Adventure Tours to Montenegro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPamukkale $162Budva $133
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $162, while the average daily cost in Budva is $133. 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 Pamukkale and Budva in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPamukkale $44Budva $43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPamukkale $88Budva $86
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Budva
Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale or Budva? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Pamukkale Hotel Prices and Budva Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pamukkale $28Budva $24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pamukkale
Also for Pamukkale, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Antalya/Belek/Lara: Land Of legends Night Show Transfer: $20
- City of Pamukkale/Denizli: Antalya Center Private Transfer: $244
- Denizli Airport Transfer to Pamukkale (Private): $141
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Denizli City Hotels: $114
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels: $114
- Denizli City Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $149
- Gumbet Turkish Bath with hotel transfer and Oil massage: $38
- Pamukkale - Karahayit Transfer from Denizli Cardak Airport: $78
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon w/Flight Certificates,Champagne Toast & Hotel Transfer: $121
- Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $119
- Paragliding Tour w/ Scenic Views & Hotel Transfer: $73
- Private Denizli Pamukkale Airport Transfer Service: $108
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Budva
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Budva are as follows:
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Daily Car Rental$76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Budva
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Budva:
- Private Transfer from Bar to Tivat Airport (TIV): $168
- Private transfer Tivat/Kotor/Budva-Podgorica: $149
- Private Transfer from Petrovac to Tivat airport: $131
- Kotor to Budva one way transfer: $111
- Private Transfer from Petrovac to Tivat Airport (TIV): $111
- Tivat to Budva private one way transfer: $107
- AIRPORT TRANSFER Montenegro Budva Tivat Podgorica Kotor Perast: $68
- Private Transfer from Budva to Podgorica Airport and city: $46
Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Budva?
Prices for flights to both Budva and Pamukkale 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 dayPamukkale $94Budva $63
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pamukkale $42Budva $26
Typical Entertainment Prices in Pamukkale
For Pamukkale, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entrance fees Travertines & Pool$1.57
Tours and Activities in Pamukkale
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pamukkale.
- From Antalya or Kemer: Full-Day Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour: $41
- Full Day Pamukkale City Tour From Pamukkale And Karahayit Hotels: $45
- From Antalya: Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour with Lunch: $47
- Pamukkale&Hierapolis Small Group Tour (Entrance Tickets Extra): $50
- Pamukkale and Hierapolis Skip-the-Line Tickets and Audio Guide: $51
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Experience Including Pickup: $59
- Pamukkale Paragliding Experience By Local Expert Pilots: $64
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $66
- Pamukkale Paragliding Tour : $70
- Pamukkale & Hierapolis Ancient City Tour from Antalya: $80
- Natural Pamukkale Tour From Pamukkale - Small Group : $82
- Izmir: Ephesus, House of Mary Tour w/Entry Tickets & Lunch: $84
Tours and Activities in Budva
Here are a few actual costs in Budva for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Swimming and Boat Tour Trsteno Beach Budva: $179
- 1-Hour Guided Lipa Cave Adventure in Montenegro: $19
- Adrenaline Speedboat Tours through the Bay of Kotor: $118
- Boka Bay: Kotor, Cave, Herceg Novi, & Lady of the Rocks Tour: $69
- Budva 1 hour Private walking tour: $85
- Budva Bay: Boat Tour with Snorkeling and Sightseeing: $76
- Budva Bay: Kayak & SUP Tour to Coastal Caves: $54
- Budva Diving - Scuba Diving Experience: $74
- Budva old town private tour: $236
- 2-Hour «Night Lights» Kayak Tour: $54
- 3-Hour Paddle Board or Kayak Tour to Coastal Caves: $53
- City Private Tour: $138
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPamukkale $11Budva $17
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pamukkale and Budva, we can see that Pamukkale is more expensive. And not only is Budva much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Budva would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Budva 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 Pamukkale would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pamukkale than you might in Budva.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pamukkale Expensive? and Is Budva Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pamukkale or Budva?
Pamukkale has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Budva. When comparing the sizes of Pamukkale and Budva, 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.