A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Terre-de-Haut vs. Sun Valley for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Terre-de-Haut or Sun Valley?

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

Should I visit Terre-de-Haut or Sun Valley? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Terre-de-Haut or Sun Valley?

Terre-de-Haut

Les Saintes (also known as Iles des Saintes) is a small archipelago of Guadeloupe, a French overseas territory in the Caribbean. The islands here are best known for their tropical beauty, untouched beaches, and bayside villages. Only two of the nine are inhabited.

Terre-de-Haut of Les Saintes is the most popular island to visit. It is known for the Pain de Sucre, a small bay lined with coconut trees and an ideal location for snorkeling, in addition to white sandy beaches like the Plage de Pompierre. There is also a nineteenth-century fort which can be reached on foot for striking views of the surrounding area.

Sun Valley

Sun Valley is a beautiful resort city in the Wood River Valley area of Idaho, most famous for becoming a snowy wonderland every winter. The area was actually named the 2nd best ski resort by Ski Magazine and was a favorite place of escape for Ernest Hemingway. Whether you visit in winter or summer, you're always met with beautiful scenery that's perfect for exploring. The best time of year for winter activities is December-March, while June-August is best for hiking and exploring the area.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to United States of America, and The Best Train & Rail Tours in United States of America.


Which place is cheaper, Sun Valley or Terre-de-Haut?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Terre-de-Haut Prices
    Guadeloupe Prices
    Sun Valley Prices
    USA Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Terre-de-Haut $203
    Sun Valley $219

The average daily cost (per person) in Terre-de-Haut is $203, while the average daily cost in Sun Valley is $219. 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 Terre-de-Haut and Sun Valley in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Terre-de-Haut $80
    Sun Valley $95
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Terre-de-Haut $160
    Sun Valley $190
Compare Hotels in Terre-de-Haut and Sun Valley

Looking for a hotel in Terre-de-Haut or Sun Valley? 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 Terre-de-Haut


Hotels in Sun Valley


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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: Terre-de-Haut Hotel Prices and Sun Valley Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Terre-de-Haut $52
    Sun Valley $61

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Terre-de-Haut

Also for Terre-de-Haut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfer from Deshaies or Trois Riviers to Pointe a Pitre Airport by SUV: $96

Is it cheaper to fly into Terre-de-Haut or Sun Valley?

Prices for flights to both Sun Valley and Terre-de-Haut 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
    Terre-de-Haut $91
    Sun Valley $83

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Terre-de-Haut $23
    Sun Valley $42

Tours and Activities in Terre-de-Haut

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Terre-de-Haut.

  • Guided Kayaking Tour of the Mitan Pond and its Mangrove: $42
  • Guadeloupe Bus Tour: $72
  • Small Day Cruise (Ilet caret, mangrove, coral reef: $118
  • Private Shooting Tour Around Soufrière: $131
  • Boat Tour with Lunch in the Water in Guadeloupe Lagoon : $149
  • Private French Caribbean Rum Tour with Tastings: $188

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Terre-de-Haut $52
    Sun Valley $49

Sample the Local Flavors in Terre-de-Haut

Also in Terre-de-Haut, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Guided tour with tasting of the Distillery Bonne Mère : $11


When comparing the travel costs between Terre-de-Haut and Sun Valley, we can see that Sun Valley 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. Even though Terre-de-Haut is in Caribbean Islands and Sun Valley is in North America, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Terre-de-Haut Expensive? and Is Sun Valley Expensive?.