Which place is cheaper, Costa Vicentina or Volterra?
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 Volterra or Costa Vicentina?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Volterra or Costa Vicentina? 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: Volterra or Costa Vicentina?
Volterra
Located in Tuscany, Volterra has an interesting history and impressive sights for travelers who want to see more of the Tuscan region than the popular city of Florence. The town was originally a Neolithic settlement and is believed to have been continuously inhabited since the end of the 8th century BC. It was a bishop's residence during the 5th century and then an episcopal power during the 12th century. It was later conquered by the Florentines but opposition to their rule led to much rebellion.
Costa Vicentina
Costa Vicentina is the beautiful coastal area in southwest Portugal which runs through both the Algarve and Alentejo Regions along the southern coast. This is actually part of the longest stretch of protected coastline in Portugal, making it one of the best places to experience the unadulterated beauty and nature of the country. Costa Vicentina offers miles of some of the best Portugal beaches, fantastic hiking trails, and lovely old villages to explore. The area sees far more Portuguese tourists than international ones, so expect Portuguese to be the only language spoken by many people, especially in the smaller villages.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Italy, The Best Walking Tours in Italy, The Best Walking Tours in Portugal, and The Best Luxury Tours to Portugal.
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Volterra Prices
Italy PricesCosta Vicentina Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVolterra €127Costa Vicentina €150
The average daily cost (per person) in Volterra is €127, while the average daily cost in Costa Vicentina is €150. 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 Volterra and Costa Vicentina in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVolterra €61Costa Vicentina €66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVolterra €122Costa Vicentina €132
Compare Hotels in Volterra and Costa Vicentina
Looking for a hotel in Volterra or Costa Vicentina? 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: Volterra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Volterra €4.29Costa Vicentina €40
Is it cheaper to fly into Volterra or Costa Vicentina?
Prices for flights to both Costa Vicentina and Volterra 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 dayVolterra €62Costa Vicentina €59
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Volterra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Volterra.
- Dinner at the Farm: $79
- Romantic Dinner and Wine Tasting in San Gimignano Winery : $90
- Volterra - Olive oil tasting with lunch or dinner: $124
- Fresh Pasta Cooking Class at a Tuscan Farmhouse: $124
- Pizza Cooking Class in a tuscan farmhouse: $124
- Cooking class in San Gimignano: $144
- Tuscan cooking class with fresh pasta, lunch and wine: $144
- Tuscan Cooking Class: $149
- San Gimignano Romantic Dinner in the Vineyards : $149
- 5 hour cooking class with traditional food: $167
- Homemade Pasta Cooking Class: $167
- Taste Chianti: A Cooking Class with Scenic Hill Views: $178
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Volterra €11Costa Vicentina €17
Tours and Activities in Volterra
Here are a few actual costs in Volterra for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- San Gimignano Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $8.34
- Cesani Wine Experience: $36
- Winery Tour with Tastings and Panoramic Views: $41
- Winery Guided Tour and Experience with Tasting: $57
- San Gimignano: Guided winery tour and picnic in the olive trees: $60
- Private Wine, Evo Oil, Balsamic Vinegar Experience & Meal: $66
- Private Wine, Evo Oils & Balsamic Vinegar Experience with Meal: $66
- Cocktail Mixing Experience with finger food: $83
- Tuscany: Volterra Truffle Hunting Experience: $89
- Tuscan Lunch & Winery Tour with Tasting in San Gimignano: $94
- Chianti and Castle Small Group Tour from San Gimignano: $101
- Private Tour in San Gimignano: $167
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVolterra €16Costa Vicentina €8.71
Sample the Local Flavors in Volterra
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Volterra:
- Wine Tasting "Santa Chiara": $30
- Wine tasting in San Gimignano: $36
- Wine Tasting in Historic Open-Lounge room: $42
- Casa Emma Wine Tasting : $42
- Visit Best Wineries in Tuscany - Wine Tasting & Tour: $47
- San Gimignano: Vineyard and Cellar Tour with Wine Tasting: $54
- Superior Wine Tasting in San Gimignano: $57
- Vineyard visit with local appetisers and wine tasting: $62
- Lunch with Wine Tasting: $66
- "Gourmet" Wine Tasting at Cesani's: $72
- 5 Wine Tastings in San Gimignano: $78
- Wine Tour with Lunch and Wine Tasting: $78
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Volterra and Costa Vicentina, we can see that Costa Vicentina is more expensive. And not only is Volterra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Volterra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Volterra 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 Costa Vicentina would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Costa Vicentina than you might in Volterra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Volterra Expensive? and Is Costa Vicentina 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.