Which place is cheaper, Cinque Terre or Zanzibar?
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 Zanzibar or Cinque Terre?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Zanzibar and Cinque Terre can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Zanzibar or Cinque Terre?
Zanzibar
Just off the coast of Tanzania lies an entrancing archipelago known as Zanzibar. This gorgeous string of islands is the land of sultans, palaces beaches and spice-filled markets. Once an important trading center, many restorations have been done in recent years to restore Zanzibar to its ancient grandeur - earning its capital city UNESCO World Heritage status in 2000.
Cinque Terre
Located on the rugged Italian Riviera coastline, Cinque Terra consists of five seaside villages exuding a charm that dates back to medieval times. Fishing boats bob in the harbors, bringing fresh seafood to the tables of the region, while age old vineyards make for fragrant signature wines. Cinque Terre is considered to be a National Park, with its five villages earning a spot on the UNESCO World Heritage List for their beauty and timelessness.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Tanzania, The Best Cultural Tours in Tanzania, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayZanzibar $66Cinque Terre $199
The average daily cost (per person) in Zanzibar is $66, while the average daily cost in Cinque Terre is $199. 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 Zanzibar and Cinque Terre in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZanzibar $26Cinque Terre $85
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZanzibar $52Cinque Terre $170
Compare Hotels in Zanzibar and Cinque Terre
Looking for a hotel in Zanzibar or Cinque Terre? 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: Zanzibar Hotel Prices and Cinque Terre Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zanzibar $12Cinque Terre $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zanzibar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zanzibar:
- Premium Transfer from Zanzibar Airport ⇋ Kiwengwa: $65
- Premium Transfer from Zanzibar Airport ⇋ Kendwa: $65
- Jozani Forest Guided Tour, Red Colobus and transfer: $67
- Zanzibar transfers and Taxi: $35
- Zanzibar taxi service/airport transfer: $60
- Zanzibar Taxi & Transfer Services – From Airport to All Resorts: $20
- Zanzibar Shared Departure Transfer: $56
- Zanzibar Private Departure Transfer from Paje Beach to the Airport: $40
- Zanzibar Private Departure Transfer from Paje Beach to the Airport: $44
- Zanzibar Private Departure Transfer from Nungwi Beach to the Airport: $44
- Zanzibar Private Departure Transfer from Nungwi Beach to the Airport: $40
- Zanzibar Private Departure Transfer from Michamvi Beach to the Airport: $40
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cinque Terre
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Cinque Terre:
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Ferry Day Pass$18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cinque Terre
Also for Cinque Terre, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Cinque Terre to La Spezia by Car or Van: $156
Is it cheaper to fly into Zanzibar or Cinque Terre?
Prices for flights to both Cinque Terre and Zanzibar 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 dayZanzibar $30Cinque Terre $84
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zanzibar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zanzibar.
- Zanzibar Traditional Cooking Class: $49
- Zanzibar Spice Farm Tour and Cooking Class With Lunch: $52
- Zanzibar Spice Tour & Cooking Class : $59
- Zanzibar Cooking Class [Swahili food test ] and Spice farm Private tour: $59
- Spice Tour & Cooking Class in Zanzibar: $60
- Zanzibar Cooking Lesson: $70
- Traditional Cooking Class in Zanzibar: $77
- A Half Day Private Cooking Class At the Spice Farm: $90
- 5 Hours Guided Spice Tour and Cooking Class in Zanzibar: $101
- Full-Day Private Tour in Zanzibar with Cooking Class: $110
- Spice Tour; Secret Garden Restaurant; Stone Town; Dinner at The Rock Restaurant: $130
- Exclusive Private Sunset Dinner Sail along North Coast Zanzibar: $140
Typical Food Prices in Cinque Terre
For Cinque Terre, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Whole Pizza$11
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Panini$4.40
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)$61
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Fresh Focaccia$2.49
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cinque Terre
For Cinque Terre, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Riomaggiore: $214
- Cesarine: Sunset Spritz Masterclass with Dinner in Cinque Terre: $214
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Zanzibar $13Cinque Terre $15
Tours and Activities in Zanzibar
Here are a few actual costs in Zanzibar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Dolphin tour,See food lunch ,Aquarium ,Nunqwi beach,Sunset cruse: $145
- Fair Tourism In Paje: $27
- Full Day Spice Tour, Prison Island and City Tours: $140
- Mnemba Island, Nungwi Village & Sea Turtle Experience: $160
- Stone City, Spice Farm and Prison Island Full Day Tour: $120
- Stone Town Historical tour: $26
- Stone town historical walking tour with Mohamed: $30
- 2 Days Tour In Zanzibar: $180
- 2 days tour from Jozani forest to Stone town zanzibar: $270
- 3 Hours Private Stone Town Walking Tour : $20
- 3-Hour Private City Tour in Zanzibar Island : $25
- 3h-Zanzibar Archipelago Shared ATV Experience: $79
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cinque Terre
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Cinque Terre's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Double Kayak Rental (One Hour)$12
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Bagni Eden Beach Club Umbrella$19
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Cinque Terre Card (One Day)$5.87
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Cinque Terre Card (Three Days)$14
Tours and Activities in Cinque Terre
For Cinque Terre, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Cinque Terre Villages Walking panoramic tour: $52
- Lemon tour in Vernazza with tasting of our limoncino and wine: $54
- Marine Biology & Snorkelling Experience in the Cinque Terre : $65
- Exclusive E-Bike Tour to Cinque Terre from Monterosso : $80
- Kayak experience with Carnassa Tour in Cinque Terre + Snorkeling: $80
- La Spezia: Cinque Terre Guided Hiking Tour: $93
- Kayak tour from Monterosso to Vernazza: $96
- E-Bike Tour in Cinque Terre with Aperitif in Farmhouse: $104
- Day/Sunset tour in Cinque Terre on board a typical Ligurian gozzo boat: $119
- The heart of the 5 Terre: Monterosso and national park ebike tour: $119
- Cinque Terre Morning Tour: $120
- Cinque Terre Sunset Tour : $131
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayZanzibar $7.20Cinque Terre $7.87
Typical Alcohol Prices in Cinque Terre
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Cinque Terre:
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Glass of Local Wine$3.40
Sample the Local Flavors in Cinque Terre
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cinque Terre:
- Tour to the Sanctuary of Vernazza with DOC 5 Terre wine tasting: $66
- BarCa Winery Cinqueterre Trekking & Wine Tasting & Pesto Class: $72
- Pesto Class and Wine Tasting in Vernazza, Cinque Terre: $74
- Cinque terre wine tour and tasting with the somelier: $80
- Eco Hiking and Wine Tasting in Cinque Terre : $106
- Private Tour of Cinque Terre's Wine tasting with a local: $156
- Cinque Terre Walking Tour with Food and Wine Tastings: $166
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Zanzibar and Cinque Terre, we can see that Cinque Terre is more expensive. And not only is Zanzibar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Zanzibar is in Africa and Cinque Terre is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Zanzibar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Zanzibar 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 Cinque Terre would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cinque Terre than you might in Zanzibar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Zanzibar Expensive? and Is Cinque Terre Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Zanzibar or Cinque Terre?
Zanzibar has a larger population, and is about 260 times larger than the population of Cinque Terre. When comparing the sizes of Zanzibar and Cinque Terre, 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.
When is the best time to visit Zanzibar or Cinque Terre?
Cinque Terre has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Zanzibar experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Zanzibar or Cinque Terre in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Zanzibar as well as Cinque Terre. Zanzibar attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the summer months attract visitors to Cinque Terre because of the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
Zanzibar is around the same temperature as Cinque Terre in the summer. The daily temperature in Zanzibar averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Cinque Terre fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cinque Terre. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Zanzibar this time of the year. In the summer, Zanzibar often gets less sunshine than Cinque Terre. Zanzibar gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cinque Terre receives 316 hours of full sun.
Zanzibar usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Cinque Terre. Zanzibar gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Cinque Terre receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyZanzibar 25°C (77°F)Cinque Terre 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Zanzibar or Cinque Terre in the Autumn?
Both Cinque Terre and Zanzibar are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Zanzibar throughout the year. Also, the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Cinque Terre this time of year.
In the autumn, Zanzibar is a little warmer than Cinque Terre. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Zanzibar in October average around 25°C (78°F), and Cinque Terre averages at about 17°C (63°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Zanzibar. Zanzibar usually receives more sunshine than Cinque Terre during autumn. Zanzibar gets 275 hours of sunny skies, while Cinque Terre receives 177 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Cinque Terre. In October, Zanzibar usually receives less rain than Cinque Terre. Zanzibar gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Cinque Terre receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberZanzibar 25°C (78°F)Cinque Terre 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Zanzibar or Cinque Terre in the Winter?
Both Cinque Terre and Zanzibar during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Zanzibar because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Cinque Terre for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
In January, Zanzibar is generally much warmer than Cinque Terre. Daily temperatures in Zanzibar average around 28°C (82°F), and Cinque Terre fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
It's quite sunny in Zanzibar. In the winter, Zanzibar often gets more sunshine than Cinque Terre. Zanzibar gets 236 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cinque Terre receives 105 hours of full sun.
Cinque Terre gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Zanzibar usually gets less rain in January than Cinque Terre. Zanzibar gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Cinque Terre receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryZanzibar 28°C (82°F)Cinque Terre 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Zanzibar or Cinque Terre in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Zanzibar and Cinque Terre. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Zanzibar year-round. Also, many visitors come to Cinque Terre in the spring for the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty.
Zanzibar is much warmer than Cinque Terre in the spring. The daily temperature in Zanzibar averages around 27°C (81°F) in April, and Cinque Terre fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
Zanzibar usually receives less sunshine than Cinque Terre during spring. Zanzibar gets 155 hours of sunny skies, while Cinque Terre receives 192 hours of full sun in the spring.
Zanzibar gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Zanzibar usually receives more rain than Cinque Terre. Zanzibar gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Cinque Terre receives 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilZanzibar 27°C (81°F)Cinque Terre 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Cinque Terre and Zanzibar
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (83°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
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