Which place is cheaper, Kotor or Skyros?
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 Skyros or Kotor?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Skyros or Kotor, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Skyros or Kotor?
Skyros
Nestled in the Aegean Sea, Skyros is the largest and least explored island of the Sporades archipelago. With its rugged landscapes, pristine beaches, and rich cultural heritage, Skyros offers a unique Greek island experience away from the crowds. While Skyros is generally more affordable than popular Greek islands, smart planning can help stretch your budget further. Local accommodations can be found for low prices if you look in the right places. To save on meals, opt for local tavernas away from the main tourist areas. Many offer daily specials that are both delicious and affordable. The area around Molos Beach is known for its reasonably priced eateries.
Kotor
A coastal town of Montenegro, Kotor is also a beautifully-preserved fortified, medieval town, featuring a labyrinth of cobbled streets, lively piazzas, historic churches, and a spread of bars and restaurants throughout its historic Old Town.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Greece, The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in Greece, The Best Luxury Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro.
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Skyros Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySkyros €263Kotor €131
The average daily cost (per person) in Skyros is €263, while the average daily cost in Kotor is €131. 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 Skyros and Kotor in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSkyros €106Kotor €49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSkyros €212Kotor €98
Compare Hotels in Skyros and Kotor
Looking for a hotel in Skyros or Kotor? 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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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Kotor Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Skyros €34Kotor €9.26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kotor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kotor:
- Tivat Airport (TIV) to Kotor Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $79
- "Private Transfers & Day Tours in Montenegro: $119
- Airport Transfer Tivat/Porto Montenegro to Portonovi /Herceg Novi: $155
- Deluxe private transfer from or to Portonovi: $69
- Enjoy Private Transfers by Car or Van from Tivat Airport to Kotor or Budva: $71
- Kotor Cruise Port to Tivat Hotels Round-Trip Private Transfer: $79
- Kotor Cruise Port to Tivat hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $39
- Kotor to Podgorica one way transfer: $227
- Old Town Budva and Kotor Guided Tour with Transfers: $176
- Speedboat Tour or Transfer with Custom Options: $293
- Montenegro Luxury Transfers: $107
- Montenegro: Podgorica Airport to One&Only One-Way Transfer: $166
Is it cheaper to fly into Skyros or Kotor?
Prices for flights to both Kotor and Skyros 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 daySkyros €132Kotor €74
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kotor
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kotor.
- Handmade Pasta Cooking Class with Italian Chef in Montenegro: $54
- 3 Hour Kotor Food Tour - Rick Steves' Recommended: $167
- 3H Food Tour: $176
- Old Town Walking Tour and Cooking Class: $176
- Kotor City Tour and Cooking Class : $222
- Kotor private cooking class with lunch and Old town guided tour: $247
- Cooking class in a local home & old town walking tour: $334
- Private City Tour and Cooking Class: $363
- City, Perast, Our Lady of the Rocks and Cooking Class: $385
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Skyros €34Kotor €8.32
Tours and Activities in Kotor
Here are a few actual costs in Kotor for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Kotor Historic Old Town Self Guided Audio App Walking Tour: $9.75
- Self-Guided Walking Tour of Kotor’s Old Town: $12
- Montenegro: Kotor,Budva Guided Tour: $16
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $19
- Blue cave speedboat tour for a lifetime memories: $22
- Perast and Island- Lady of the Rocks-Speedboat Tour: $22
- Group Boat Tour - Blue Cave - Our Lady Of The Rocks: $22
- Perast and Our Lady of the Rocks 1,5 hours tour - ticket tour: $24
- Our Lady of the Rocks and Perast Old Town Private Tour up to 6pax: $24
- Our Lady of the Rocks and Blue Cave Group Boat Tour: $25
- Tour Kotor - Perast Old Town - Island Our Lady of the Rocks - Every 2 hours: $26
- Kotor Old Town Walking Tour: $26
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySkyros €24Kotor €8.51
Sample the Local Flavors in Kotor
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kotor:
- Kotor : Old Town Food & Wine Tasting Tour: $117
- Skadar Lake National Park with Wine Tasting: $468
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Skyros and Kotor, we can see that Skyros is more expensive. And not only is Kotor much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kotor would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kotor 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 Skyros would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Skyros than you might in Kotor.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Skyros Expensive? and Is Kotor Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Skyros or Kotor?
Kotor has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Skyros. When comparing the sizes of Skyros and Kotor, 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.