A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Sibenik vs. Azores for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Sibenik or Azores?

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 Sibenik and Azores. 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: Sibenik or Azores?

Sibenik

Sibenik is a city on the Adriatic coast of Croatia. It's known as a gateway to the Kornati Islands. The 15th-century stone Cathedral of St. James is decorated with 71 sculpted faces. Nearby, the Sibenik City Museum, in the 14th-century Prince's Palace, has exhibits ranging from prehistory to the present. The white stone St. Michael's Fortress has an open-air theater, with views of Sibenik Bay and neighboring islands. The city's magnificent medieval heart, gleaming white against the placid waters of the bay is enough to excite any traveler, and you won't be disappointed with your trip here. The stone labyrinth of steep backstreets and alleys are a joy to explore. Sibenik is also an important access point for Krka National Park and the Kornati Islands.

Azores

The Azores are a group of nine volcanic islands in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Portugal. Although the islands were created through volcanic activity, there is far less activity now, making the Azores the perfect beach escape. Most people speak Portuguese, or a dialect of it, with English spoken primarily by those in the tourism industry.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Dubrovnik, The Best 2-Week Tours from Dubrovnik, The Best Tours for Seniors to Portugal, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Portugal.


Which place is cheaper, Azores or Sibenik?

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 Sibenik is €115, while the average daily cost in Azores is €163. 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 Sibenik and Azores in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Sibenik 55
    Azores 67
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Sibenik 110
    Azores 134
Compare Hotels in Sibenik and Azores

Looking for a hotel in Sibenik or Azores? 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 Sibenik


Hotels in Azores


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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: Sibenik Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Sibenik 13
    Azores 30

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sibenik

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

  • Private Transfer from Vodice to Split Airport (SPU): $105
  • Private Transfer from Sibenik to Dubrovnik, English-speaking local driver: $282
  • Šibenik to Zadar Airport Private Transfer: $233

Is it cheaper to fly into Sibenik or Azores?

Prices for flights to both Azores and Sibenik 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
    Sibenik 51
    Azores 74

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Sibenik 12
    Azores 22

Tours and Activities in Sibenik

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

  • Kornati island National Park & Telascica Nature Park Boat Tour from Vodice: $94
  • Šibenik Panorama and 3 Fortresses tour -entrance fees included: $70
  • Šibenik Riviera boat tour: Zlarin + Prvić + Tijat: $143
  • Daily or night walking tour through Medieval Šibenik: $30
  • Etnoland MULTIMEDIA EXPERIENCE: $24
  • Fortresses Sightseeing Eco City Tour Šibenik: $30
  • King Krešimir’s Old Town: A Self-Guided Šibenik Walking Tour: $12
  • Krka National Park Private Tour from Zadar : $245
  • Panorama Tour - Eco City Tour Šibenik: $30
  • Private Sibenik Walking Historical Morning or Evening Tour: $54
  • Private Tour of the Pearls of Dalmatia: $227
  • Private Walking Tour in Sibenik: $57

Tours and Activities in Azores

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

  • Madeira: Group and Private Tea Drinking Experiences: $35

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Sibenik 16
    Azores 9.64

Sample the Local Flavors in Sibenik

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Sibenik:

  • Šibenik: 3 fortresses; City&wine tour; tasting and all fees inc: $106
  • Private Krka Waterfalls Tour with Wine Tasting from Sibenik: $233
  • From Split or Trogir: Krka National Park & Wine Tasting Tour: $1,170


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

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


Which has a larger population, Sibenik or Azores?

Azores has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Sibenik. When comparing the sizes of Sibenik and Azores, 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.