A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Plovdiv vs. Trogir for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Plovdiv or Trogir?

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 Plovdiv and Trogir can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Plovdiv or Trogir?

Plovdiv

Located in a large, hilly plain between the Rhodope Mountains in the south of Bulgaria and the Balkan Range in the central part of the country, Plovdiv sits uniquely spread across six hills. It is one of the oldest continuously-inhabited cities in the world, dating back roughly 8,000 years. Some of its best features are its ancient ruins and historic architecture.

Trogir

Trogir is a town set within partially intact medieval walls on the central Adriatic coast of Croatia. Its preserved old town, known for its mix of Renaissance, Baroque, and Romanesque buildings, lies on a small island connected to the mainland and the island of Ciovo by bridges. The 13th-century Cathedral of St. Lawrence houses the Renaissance Chapel of St. John and offers sweeping views from its bell tower. On summer nights everyone gravitates to the wide seaside promenade, lined with bars, cafes and yachts - leaving the knotted maze-like marble streets gleaming under old-fashioned streetlights. In 1997 its profuse collection of Romanesque and Renaissance buildings earned it World Heritage status. While it's easily reached on a day trip from Split, Trogir also makes a good alternative base to the big city and a relaxing place to spend a few days.

For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Bulgaria, The Best Adventure Tours to Bulgaria, The Best 10-Day Tours in Croatia, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Croatia.


Which place is cheaper, Trogir or Plovdiv?

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 Plovdiv is $105, while the average daily cost in Trogir is $149. 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 Plovdiv and Trogir in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Plovdiv $48
    Trogir $67
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Plovdiv $96
    Trogir $134
Compare Hotels in Plovdiv and Trogir

Looking for a hotel in Plovdiv or Trogir? 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 Plovdiv


Hotels in Trogir


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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: Plovdiv Hotel Prices and Trogir Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Plovdiv $24
    Trogir $17

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Plovdiv

Also for Plovdiv, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Transfer from Plovdiv to Burgas city/airport with sedan/minivan/minibus: $208
  • Transfer from Plovdiv to Sofia: $113
  • Transfer from Plovdiv to Borovets: $113
  • Transfer Plovdiv to Sofia airport/city with a car 3+1: $107
  • Transfer from Pamporovo to Sofia: $107
  • Transfer from Plovdiv to Pamporovo: $98
  • Transfer from Plovdiv to Stara Zagora: $95
  • Private One-way Transfer Plovdiv Airport to Hotel or vice versa: $70

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Trogir

Also for Trogir, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Zagreb to Split Group Transfer with Plitvice Lakes guided Tour: $166
  • Split to Zagreb Group Transfer with Plitvice Lakes guided tour: $166
  • Private transfer Split airport to Split (any location) up to 8 passengers: $78
  • Private Transfer from Split Airport to Split: $93
  • Private Transfer from Slatine (Island Ciovo) to Split Airport (SPU): $49
  • Private Transfer from Okrug Gornji (Island Ciovo) to Split Airport (SPU): $49
  • Private Transfer from Marina Aci Trogir to Split Airport (SPU): $51
  • One Way Private Transfer from Split to Trogir: $103
  • Airport Transfer: $42

Is it cheaper to fly into Plovdiv or Trogir?

Prices for flights to both Trogir and Plovdiv 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
    Plovdiv $40
    Trogir $67

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Plovdiv $17
    Trogir $29

Tours and Activities in Plovdiv

For Plovdiv, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • 2 Hour Private Superb Buggy Adventure: $213
  • 3-Day Monastery Tour: Rila, Bachkovo & Rozhen from Sofia: $351
  • Audio Guide for All Haskovo & Kardjali Sights, Attractions or Experiences: $23
  • Audio Guide for All Rhodope Mountain Sights, Attractions or Experiences: $46
  • Bachkovo Monastery & Asen's Fortress - day tour from Plovdiv: $95
  • Communist Heritage Tour- Buzludzha and The Might of the East Block Aviation: $107
  • Day Tour from PLOVDIV - Thracian civilization & wine traditions: $184
  • Day Tour from Nature & forgotten village experiences: $158
  • E-Motorcycle Tour in Rhodope Mountains to a Beautiful Canyon View: $119
  • Exclusive Private Tour in the Thracian Valley from Sofia: $102
  • Food Walk Bulgarian Food and Culture Tour: $42
  • Food Walk: Bulgarian Food and Culture Tour in Plovdiv: $42

Tours and Activities in Trogir

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Trogir.

  • "Blue Lagoon" Half day Chill out tour from Trogir: $82
  • Adriatica Tour ( Blue Lagoon and Solta) from Trogir: $102
  • Adriatica Tour: Blue Lagoon and Solta from Trogir or Split: $761
  • Blue Lagoon & Maslinica half day tour from Trogir: $66
  • Blue Lagoon & Trogir Private Half-day Speedboat Tour: $654
  • Blue Lagoon and 3 Islands Speedboat Tour from Trogir: $66
  • Blue Lagoon half-day Private Boat Tour: $887
  • Blue Lagoon- Half day tour with comfortable speed boat: $82
  • Brač & Bol private tour: $1,170
  • Brač: Private Boat-Tour from Split or Trogir: $819
  • Discover Guided Walking Tour of a Medieval Gem: $22
  • Exclusive Blue Lagoon Luxury Boat Tour from Split: $88

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Plovdiv $11
    Trogir $18

Sample the Local Flavors in Plovdiv

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Plovdiv:

  • Chateau Copsa Wine Tasting Tours & Activities: $23
  • Bulgarian Wine Tasting Experience in the Center of Plovdiv : $27
  • Food and Wine Tour: $60
  • Thracian Valley wine tasting - private day tour from Plovdiv: $107
  • Private Day Trip From Plovdiv To Wine Cellars And Wine Tasting: $118
  • Half-Day of Horseback Adventure with Wine Tasting: $183

Sample the Local Flavors in Trogir

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Trogir:

  • Krka Waterfalls and wine tasting Tour from Split or Trogir : $50
  • Family-run Vineyard Tour & Award Winning Wine Tasting/Delicacies: $159


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

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


Which is Bigger, Plovdiv or Trogir?

Plovdiv has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Trogir. When comparing the sizes of Plovdiv and Trogir, 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.