Which place is cheaper, Sequoia National Park or Veracruz?
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 Veracruz or Sequoia National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Veracruz and Sequoia National Park can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Veracruz or Sequoia National Park?
Veracruz
Veracruz is the name of both a state and city in the country of Mexico. Locals often call the city "Puerto" (port) in order to differentiate the city from the state. The general area runs along the Gulf of Mexico and encompasses ruins, old colonial cities, lush green mountains, and delicious seafood.
Sequoia National Park
Located in the southern part of California's Sierra Nevada mountain range, Sequoia National Park is best known for its giant sequoia trees, most notably the General Sherman tree which stands as the largest tree in the world. The park is also noted for features like the Crystal Cave, Moro Rock, and Tunnel Tree.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Playa del Carmen, The Best 2-Week Tours from Cancun, The Best Walking Tours in United States of America, and The Best Northern Lights Tours in Alaska.
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Veracruz Prices
Mexico PricesSequoia National Park Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVeracruz $143Sequoia National Park $152
The average daily cost (per person) in Veracruz is $143, while the average daily cost in Sequoia National Park is $152. 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 Veracruz and Sequoia National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVeracruz $49Sequoia National Park $64
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVeracruz $98Sequoia National Park $128
Compare Hotels in Veracruz and Sequoia National Park
Looking for a hotel in Veracruz or Sequoia National Park? 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: Veracruz Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Veracruz $26Sequoia National Park $56
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Veracruz
Also for Veracruz, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Veracruz Airport to Hotel in Veracruz Port: $42
- Shared Arrival Transfer: General Heriberto Jara International Airport to Veracruz Hotels: $23
- Roundtrip Private Transfer from Veracruz Airport (VER): $37
- Private Transfer to Veracruz Airport (VER): $18
- Private Transfer from Veracruz Airport (VER): $18
Is it cheaper to fly into Veracruz or Sequoia National Park?
Prices for flights to both Sequoia National Park and Veracruz 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 dayVeracruz $78Sequoia National Park $53
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Veracruz $13Sequoia National Park $31
Tours and Activities in Veracruz
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Veracruz.
- 1 day tour of Tlacotalpan and Alvarado from Veracruz: $127
- 3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress: $23
- Alvarado And Tlacotalpan Tour From Veracruz Or Boca Del Rio: $105
- Aquatico Inbursa Waterpark: Veracruz - Ticket: $25
- Catemaco And Los Tuxtlas Tour From Veracruz Or Boca Del Rio: $105
- City Tour en Veracruz y Acuario: $100
- Full Day Coffee Guided Tour in Coatepec: $98
- Full Day Tour to Alvarado and Tlacotalpan from Veracruz or Boca del Río: $92
- Full Day Tour to Catemaco and Los Tuxtlas with Transportation: $92
- Full Day Tour to La Antigua, Cempoala and Quiahuiztlán: $87
- Full-Day Tour to El Tajin and Vanilla Factory from Veracruz: $138
- Jalcomulco Rapids Adventure from Veracruz or Boca del Río: $141
Tours and Activities in Sequoia National Park
For Sequoia National Park, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Kings Canyon National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Sequoia & Kings Canyon NP Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $17
- Sequoia National Park Adventure from Tulare: $299
- Sequoia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Sequoia National Park Small Group Tour from Three Rivers.: $289
- Sequoia National Park Small-Group Tour from Wuksachi Lodge: $283
- Sequoia and Kings Canyon Audio Tour Self Guide National Park Tour: $20
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVeracruz $16Sequoia National Park $7.84
When comparing the travel costs between Veracruz and Sequoia National Park, we can see that Sequoia National Park 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 North America, 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 Veracruz Expensive? and Is Sequoia National Park 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.