Which place is cheaper, Basque Country or Tuscany?
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 Tuscany or Basque Country?
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 Tuscany and Basque Country. 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: Tuscany or Basque Country?
Tuscany
The art, the food, the land, the architecture! You can't go wrong with Tuscany. From the winding alleyways of Florence to the rolling hills of the Tuscan countryside, this dynamic and beautiful region of Italy has something to offer for everyone. After exploring the world class art and architecture in Florence, visitors should also experience Siena, Pisa, Montecatini, and more. The region is located on Italy's west coast bordering the Tyrrhenian sea. It is one of the most famed and popular parts of the country and it won't disappoint.
Basque Country
Upon its lush green hills that tower over the deep blue waves of the Atlantic Ocean, you will find its perfected oceanic climate and breathtaking landscape to be only the beginning of Basque Country, Spain. Basque Country, or Euskadi, is an autonomous community located in northern Spain. This community was based off the Statute of Autonomy of the Basque Country, a legal document that enabled Basque people to develop on Spanish territory. Due to its strong traditional currents in Spanish heritage as well as magnificent architecture, Basque Country is a hotspot for tourists everywhere.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Italy, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Italy, The Best 2-Week Tours in Spain, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain.
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Tuscany Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTuscany €38,161Basque Country €104,676
The average daily cost (per person) in Tuscany is €38,161, while the average daily cost in Basque Country is €104,676. 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 Tuscany and Basque Country in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTuscany €16,777Basque Country €46,622
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Compare Hotels in Tuscany and Basque Country
Looking for a hotel in Tuscany or Basque Country? 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: Tuscany Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tuscany €3,531Basque Country €15,638
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tuscany
Also for Tuscany, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- PRIVATE TRANSFER: from Florence to Assisi with stops in Montepulciano & Cortona : $299
- Private Transfer from Firenze (FLR) Airport to Tavarnelle Val di Pesa: $290
- Private Transfer from Firenze (FLR) Airport to Greve in Chianti: $288
- Chianciano to Florence Airport (FLR) - Departure Private Transfer: $286
- Chianciano to Fiumicino Airport(FCO) - Departure Private Transfer: $281
- Private transfer from Florence to Massa with private driver: $281
- Transfer Siena - Pisa with stop in San Gimignano & Lunch: $275
- PRIVATE TRANSFER from Florence to Roma with private chauffeur: $275
- Private Transfer Florence Peretola Airport from/to Livorno Port: $271
- Private transfer Florence Peretola Airport from or to Pisa City: $271
- Pisa Airport (PSA) to Florence - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $270
- Private transfer from Pisa to Florence with 2h stop in Lucca: $269
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Basque Country
Also for Basque Country, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer San Sebastian to Bilbao or San Sebastian Airports by Van: $116
- Transfer S. Sebastian to Bilbao or S. Sebastian Airports by Sedan: $65
- Transfer Bilbao or San Sebastian Airports to San Sebastian by Van: $116
- San Sebastian Private Arrival Transfer: $59
- San Sebastián: Transfer to Biarritz: $287
- Private Transfer in San Sebastian: $87
- Private Transfer from Vitoria to Pamplona: $264
- Private Transfer from Vitoria to Laguardia town: $228
- Private Transfer from Vitoria to Bilbao Cruise Port: $228
- Private Transfer from Vitoria to Bilbao: $176
- Private Transfer from Vitoria city to Vitoria Airport : $97
- Private Transfer from Vitoria city to Pamplona Airport : $264
Is it cheaper to fly into Tuscany or Basque Country?
Prices for flights to both Basque Country and Tuscany 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 dayTuscany €12,965Basque Country €35,294
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tuscany
For Tuscany, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Florence Old City Street Food Tour and Guided Sightseeing: $35
- Hard Rock Cafe Florence with Set Lunch or Dinner: $35
- Cake and Biscuit Cooking Class for Kids: $35
- Florence: Food Tour of Traditional Eateries and Wine Pairings: $36
- Pasta Making Class with Dinner and Wine in Florence: $47
- Cooking Class and Lunch at a Tuscan Farmhouse with Local Market Tour from Florence: $48
- Florence's Food Tour with Authentic Local Tastigs and Sightseeing: $50
- Florence Street Food Tour with Walking Sightseeing and Local Guide: $50
- Florence Street Food Tour and sightseeing with Central Market: $50
- Pasta and Gelato Cooking Class in the heart of Florence: $51
- Florence: Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine: $53
- Florence Food Tour: Home-Made Pasta, Truffle, Cantucci, Olive Oil, Gelato: $54
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Basque Country
For Basque Country, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bilbao Food Tour: Pintxos, Drinks, and Tapas with a Local: $107
- San Sebastian Food Tour: Pintxos, Drinks, and Tapas with a Local: $118
- Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class in Bilbao : $119
- Basque Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class in Bilbao: $120
- The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local: $125
- San Sebastian Food Tour: Pintxo Tasting Paired with Spanish Wines: $131
- Best Street Food Tour of San Sebastian with a Local Guide: $133
- Paella Cooking Class (with Basque Sangria) in Bilbao: $149
- Basque cuisine cooking class: $155
- Basque Cooking Experience: Market Tour & Hands-On Class English: $155
- Authentic Basque Cooking Class in San Sebastian Old Town: $166
- Private San Sebastian Walking Food Tour: $173
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tuscany €13,517Basque Country €30,623
Tours and Activities in Tuscany
For Tuscany, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hours Free Arezzo tour - Smartphone free: $29
- Best Florence and Pisa Excursion from Livorno Cruise Port: $85
- Best of Florence walking tour & Accademia Gallery- monolingual small group tour: $75
- Exclusive Small Group Tour of the Uffizi Gallery in Florence: $78
- Florence Palazzo Vecchio Skip the Line Ticket and Audio Guide: $27
- Florence and Pisa Exploration from Livorno Cruise Port: $114
- Medici Walking Tour -Small Group : $35
- Mysterious Siena City Bike Tour: $149
- Pisa Leaning Tower and Complex Entry Tickets with Audio Guide: $54
- Tuscan ExtraVirgin Olive Oil Tour: $154
- Uffizi & Accademia Highlights: Skip The Line Combo Guided Tour: $119
- Val d’Orcia Bike Tour: $215
Tours and Activities in Basque Country
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Basque Country.
- Full-day private Bilbao tour (Guggenheim museum & full pintxo lunch included): $299
- Pamplona City Tour from San Sebastian: $106
- Pintxos Tasting in Bilbao Small Group or Private Walking Tour: $102
- " Basque Farm House & Cider house" tour + meal from San Sebastian: $111
- "A la Vasca" - Top Notch Gastro Cultural Experience: $208
- 2 Hours Private Family Guided Walking Tour in Bilbao: $215
- 2 h Privated Sail Sebastian Tour or Sunset: $281
- A Perfect Start to your SS visit! City/cultural Tour: $66
- Alhondiga Bilbao Group Tour: $72
- Artist-Guided Tour of the Guggenheim Museum: $107
- BASQUE CRAFT BEER and FOOD - Private Gastronomic Adventure: $214
- BILBAO-City Highlights Bike Tour: $42
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTuscany €2,593Basque Country €16,759
Sample the Local Flavors in Tuscany
Also in Tuscany, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Florence Wine Tasting at Ponte Vecchio with Sommelier: $4.78
- Wine Tasting by CarusVini in San Casciano in val di Pesa: $18
- Winery tour and wine tasting of organic Chianti wines and extra virgin oil: $24
- Tenimenti d'Alessandro - Winery visit and wine tasting: $24
- Lucca: Wine Tasting Experience - Tenuta Adamo Winery: $24
- Wine Tasting Activity at Chianti Rufina: $25
- Great wine tasting at Tenuta Moriano: $27
- Wine Tasting Experience near Florence: $30
- Tuscan Brewery Guided Tour with beer and food tasting: $30
- Wine Tasting "Santa Chiara": $30
- Montepulciano Wine Tasting in the Tuscan Countryside: $30
- Bolgheri: Classic Wine Tasting with Winery Tour: $30
Sample the Local Flavors in Basque Country
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Basque Country:
- Basque Wine Tasting with Sommelier (Bilbao): $54
- The Authentic Bilbao Pintxos, Food & Wine Tour with a Local: $118
- Basque Best Bites - #1 Food & Wine tour of Bilbao: $119
- San Sebastian Old Town Pintxos & Wine Tour Small Group Tour: $123
- San Sebastian Centro Neighborhood Pintxos & Wine Tour: $130
- San Sebastian Pintxos and Wine Tasting Tour: $173
- Small Group Basque Food, Pintxos and Wine Tour in San Sebastian : $178
- Bilbao Txakoli Wine Tour: $198
- Private Half Day Txakoli Wine Tour & Getaria Fishing Village: $209
- Open Food & Wine tours in San Sebastian: $214
- La Rioja Boutique Wine Tour & Charming Lunch (From Bilbao): $275
- Marques de Riscal and Ysios Architecture Wine Tour w/Lunch, SS: $284
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tuscany and Basque Country, we can see that Basque Country is more expensive. And not only is Tuscany much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tuscany would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tuscany 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 Basque Country would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Basque Country than you might in Tuscany.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tuscany Expensive? and Is Basque Country Expensive?.
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.