A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Rotterdam vs. Copan for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Rotterdam or Copan?

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

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Rotterdam and Copan. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Rotterdam or Copan?

Rotterdam

Rotterdam is the second largest city in the Netherlands and has the largest port in Europe. It's famously known as a city of architecture. In a few square kilometers of the city center you can get a complete overview of twentieth century architecture within Rotterdam.

Rotterdam is a very diverse, international, and hard working city. Nearly half of the city's population is not native to the Netherlands or have at least one parent from outside the country. Muslim's make up a significant portion of the population. Other area's represented include Cape Verde and the Dutch Antilles.

There's an air of optimism that permeates the entire city. There are frequent events, festivals and performances, making Rotterdam an enjoyable place to spend some time. Water is also an integral part of the city design.

Copan

If you are a lover of history, or just really want to tap into your inner Indiana Jones, a trip to Copan, Honduras is right up your alley. Located in western Honduras, the cobblestone lined streets and white adobe buildings topped with red roofs provide the beautiful backdrop to this once powerful city.

Occupied by the Maya for 2,000 years, Copan was the ruling city in the southern Mayan kingdom. Settled nicely in a fertile river valley among rolling hills, this city is absolutely fascinating and the perfect place to explore history.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best River Cruises from Amsterdam, The Best Bicycle Tours in Netherlands, The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras, and The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras.


Which place is cheaper, Copan or Rotterdam?

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 Rotterdam is €191, while the average daily cost in Copan is €84. 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 Rotterdam and Copan in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Rotterdam 77
    Copan 18
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Rotterdam 154
    Copan 36
Compare Hotels in Rotterdam and Copan

Looking for a hotel in Rotterdam or Copan? 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 Rotterdam


Hotels in Copan


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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: Rotterdam Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Rotterdam 26
    Copan 63

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rotterdam

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

  • Amsterdam: Private Transfer from Or To Schiphol Airport: $63
  • Private Minivan Transfer from Rotterdam : $287
  • Private Rotterdam Cruise Port Departure Transfer to AMS Schiphol Airport : $189
  • Private Rotterdam Cruise Port Departure Transfer to Amsterdam: $189
  • Private Transfer from Rotterdam Airport (RTM) to IJmuiden Port: $134
  • Private Transfer from Rotterdam Port to Rotterdam Airport (RTM): $92
  • Private Transfer from Rotterdam hotels to IJmuiden Cruise Port: $134
  • Private Transfer from Rotterdam hotels to Rotterdam Cruise Port : $92
  • Private Transfer from Rotterdam to Amsterdam: $188
  • Private direct transfer from Rotterdam to Amsterdam: $179
  • Private direct transfer from Rotterdam to Brussels: $293
  • Private transfer Schiphol (AMS) to or from Rotterdam: $179

Is it cheaper to fly into Rotterdam or Copan?

Prices for flights to both Copan and Rotterdam 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
    Rotterdam 93
    Copan 29

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rotterdam

For Rotterdam, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Rotterdam Food Tour: Taste The Alternative Side Of The City: $79
  • Guided Food Tour: $81
  • Historic Delfshaven: Lunch or Dinner with a Private Chef: $88
  • Food Tour by Bike: $105
  • Guided Walking Food Tour: $105
  • Biking Rotterdam Food Tour with Local Guide: $106
  • Walking Rotterdam Food Tour: $106
  • Rotterdam Private 2-Hour Food Tour with Tastings: $176

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Rotterdam 32
    Copan 20

Tours and Activities in Rotterdam

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

  • Rotterdam 2-Hour Walking Tour | Discover The City With A Local: $3.57
  • Rotterdam Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $5.84
  • Breda Fun Puzzle Quest: True Lord Self-Guided Tour: $5.96
  • Explore Gouda with Self-Guided GPS and Audio Tour: $8.29
  • Rotterdam Spy Mission: Save the City Exploration Game and Tour: $8.66
  • Delfshaven Self-Guided Tour: A Guide to Rotterdam’s Old Town: $9.99
  • Self-Guided Walking Tour of Gouda: Canals, Colonies, and Cheese: $9.99
  • Art, History and Architecture Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
  • From River to Metropolis: A Rotterdam City Self Guided Audio Tour: $12
  • Rotterdam's Highlights and History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
  • Pub Trail Dordrecht: an adventure full of surprises: $13
  • Pub Trail Breda: an adventure full of surprises: $13

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Rotterdam 19
    Copan 5.77

Sample the Local Flavors in Rotterdam

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Rotterdam:

  • Beer Brewery 'Noordt' Beer Tasting: $9.40
  • Stadshaven Brewery Tour with Beer Tastings: $15
  • Pub Crawl with Local Guide: $20
  • Brewery Noordt Tour Including Two Beers: $20
  • The Ultimate Rotterdam Bar Crawl Experience: $41
  • Ludwig's Original Pub Crawl with VIP Club Entry: $53
  • Ludwig's Private Pub Crawl with VIP Club Entry: $582


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rotterdam and Copan, we can see that Rotterdam is more expensive. And not only is Copan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Rotterdam is in Europe and Copan is in Central America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Copan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Copan 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 Rotterdam would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rotterdam than you might in Copan.

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


Which is Bigger, Rotterdam or Copan?

Rotterdam has a larger population, and is about 90 times larger than the population of Copan. When comparing the sizes of Rotterdam and Copan, 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.