Which place is cheaper, Rhone-Alpes or Scotland?
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 Scotland or Rhone-Alpes?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Scotland and Rhone-Alpes can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Scotland or Rhone-Alpes?
Scotland
The enchanting country of Scotland is made of rolling hills, lush scenery, charming villages and pubs filled with think accents and strong pints.
This country is a part of Great Britain - also known as the United Kingdom - which includes England, Wales and Northern Ireland. So be careful not to refer to the Scottish as "British," and especially avoid referring to them as "English." Just being aware of the difference will make your trip much smoother.
This lively and friendly country has gained a reputation for being dreary and damp. Well, the latter might true, it doesn't stop the Scots from having a grand time. Still, prepare to experience plenty of rain on your trip.
With over 700 islands and 5 million people, you'll have no problem finding stunning scenery and delightful conversation.
Rhone-Alpes
Rhone-Alps is part of Auvergne-Rhone-Alps, a new region in France, located along the Eastern border towards the south of the country. The region was named after the Rhone River and the Alps mountain range. The capital city, Lyon, is the second largest metropolitan area in France behind Paris and Rhone Alps has the sixth largest economy of any European region. The Rhone-Alps is a beautiful region, bordering Italy and Switzerland to the east, Burgundy to the north, Auvergne to the west and the Provence region to the south. The area features much of the greatest scenery in France, from the high Alps of the Savoy region to the lavender fields of the Drome and the stunning Gorges de l'Ardeche. A great outdoors destination!
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in United Kingdom, The Best Coach Bus Tours in United Kingdom, The Best Bicycle Tours in France, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayScotland £173Rhone-Alpes £180
The average daily cost (per person) in Scotland is £173, while the average daily cost in Rhone-Alpes is £180. 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 Scotland and Rhone-Alpes in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personScotland £72Rhone-Alpes £60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomScotland £144Rhone-Alpes £120
Compare Hotels in Scotland and Rhone-Alpes
Looking for a hotel in Scotland or Rhone-Alpes? 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.Scotland £38Rhone-Alpes £27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rhone-Alpes
Also for Rhone-Alpes, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer: Saint Exupéry Airport(LYS) to Lyon City Center: $56
- Transfer: Lyon City Center to Saint Exupéry Airport(LYS): $56
- Lyon Airport (LYS) to Aix-les-Bains - Arrival Private Transfer: $84
- Departure Private Transfer Lyon City to Lyon Airport LYS by Luxury Van: $101
- Private Transfer: Port of LYON to Lyon Airport LYS in Sedan Car: $106
- Private Transfer: Lyon City to Lyon Airport LYS in Business Car: $106
- Lyon Airport Private Transfer – Meet & Greet Included: $108
- Private Transfer: Lyon Airport LYS to Lyon City in Luxury Van: $118
- Private Transfer: Port of LYON to Lyon Airport LYS in Luxury Van: $118
- Arrival Transfer: Lyon Airport LYS to Lyon City in Luxury Van: $118
- Lyon Private Transfer from Lyon city centre to Lyon (LYS) Airport: $143
- Lyon Saint Exupery Airport(LYS)to Aix-les-Bain-RoundTrip Transfer: $167
Is it cheaper to fly into Scotland or Rhone-Alpes?
Prices for flights to both Rhone-Alpes and Scotland 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 dayScotland £63Rhone-Alpes £64
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rhone-Alpes
For Rhone-Alpes, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Afternoon Old Town Food tour: $90
- Food Tour in Lyon – A Full Taste of France by Do Eat Better: $96
- Food Tour by night: $102
- Lyon Old Town Food Tour with Local Specialties Tasting & Lunch: $106
- Lyon Old Town Food Tour with 6 French Delicacies & Fine Wine: $109
- Annecy Food Tour – A Full French Meal Experience by Do Eat Better: $118
- Lyon Sunset Food Tour – A Full Taste of France by Do Eat Better: $125
- All Inclusive Food Tour of Annecy Old Town with Local Guide: $162
- Private Market Tour and Cooking Class in Annecy with a Local: $190
- Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse Food Tour: $272
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Scotland £26Rhone-Alpes £36
Tours and Activities in Scotland
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Scotland are as follows:
- Birks of Aberfeldy: Highlands and the Tay Self Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Errichel Farm Tour : $19
- Whisky Explorer Experience : $82
Tours and Activities in Rhone-Alpes
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rhone-Alpes.
- Lyon's History and Must-Sees with a Local! (English Walking Tour): $5.97
- Lyon Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $8.35
- Lyon Interactive City Tour: $8.36
- Annecy Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $9.51
- Lyon Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $9.55
- Lyon UNESCO Heritage Walking Tour with an App: $9.99
- Chamonix Self Guided Walking Tour with an App: $9.99
- Access to a Self-Guided Tour of the archaeological site of Lyon: $12
- Private Self-Guided Tour of the Curse Quest of Old Lyon: $18
- Guided Tour of the Croix-Rousse: $23
- Lyon Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Audio Commentary: $30
- 1 or 2-Hour Pedicab tour of Lyon: $36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayScotland £14Rhone-Alpes £19
Sample the Local Flavors in Scotland
Also in Scotland, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Aberfeldy Distillery Experience: $26
- From Edinburgh: Glenkinchie Distillery Tour & Whisky Tasting: $74
Sample the Local Flavors in Rhone-Alpes
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Rhone-Alpes:
- Lyon: Riviera Bar Crawl Party with Free Shots and VIP Entry: $30
- Guided tour of Beaujolais by electric bike and wine tasting: $108
- Wine Tasting and Introduction to Tasting Techniques: $114
- Beaujolais Half Day Wine Tasting Tour: $118
- The Original Syrah Wine Tour (9:00 am - 1:30 pm) - Small Group Tours from Lyon: $118
- Beaujolais 100% wine tour Small-Group Tour with Tasting from Lyon: $118
- Golden stones Beaujolais Wine Tour with Tastings from Lyon: $118
- The Original Syrah Wine Tour (2:00 pm - 6:30 pm) - Small Group Tour from Lyon: $130
- Northern Rhône Valley Wine tour from Lyon Half Day: $130
- Beaujolais wine tour from Lyon half day: $130
- Guided tour and wine tasting Northern Rhône Valley: $142
- Lyon Old Town Food & Wine Tasting Tour including a Bouchon Lyonnais : $143
When comparing the travel costs between Scotland and Rhone-Alpes, we can see that Rhone-Alpes 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 Scotland Expensive? and Is Rhone-Alpes Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Scotland or Rhone-Alpes?
Rhone-Alpes has a larger population, and is about 19% larger than the population of Scotland. When comparing the sizes of Scotland and Rhone-Alpes, 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.