Should I Visit Addis Ababa or Bordeaux for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Addis Ababa or Bordeaux?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Addis Ababa or Bordeaux, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Addis Ababa or Bordeaux?

Addis Ababa

Addis Ababa is the capital city of Ethiopia and also the nation's largest when ranked by its population of over three million. There are also more than 120 international missions and embassies in Addis Ababa, making the city a hub for international diplomacy concerning Africa. Other draws include its thriving marketplaces, spicy food, and rich coffee.

Bordeaux

Bordeaux is the place to go for fine wines. It's a very mellow, cultural city where you can enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of a quaint cafe or restaurant without being rushed. The city is the capital of Gironde, and the entire metropolitan area has over one million residents. The city also has a rather large and vibrant university and the population is known to be very tolerant and liberal. There is a very strong artistic vibe in the city and, due to it's history of English rule, there is an English flair to the area. The large student population means that there is no shortage of opportunities to see shows, hear music, or visit a museum.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in France, and The Best Adventure Tours to France.

Which place is cheaper, Bordeaux or Addis Ababa?

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

Addis Ababa Prices
Ethiopia Prices

Bordeaux Prices
France Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Addis Ababa $36

Bordeaux $161

The average daily cost (per person) in Addis Ababa is $36, while the average daily cost in Bordeaux is $161. 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 Addis Ababa and Bordeaux in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Addis Ababa $20

Bordeaux $65
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Addis Ababa $40

Bordeaux $130

Compare Hotels in Addis Ababa and Bordeaux

Looking for a hotel in Addis Ababa or Bordeaux? 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: Addis Ababa Hotel Prices and Bordeaux Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Addis Ababa $3.53

Bordeaux $16

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Addis Ababa

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Addis Ababa are as follows:

Short Taxi Ride

$0.24

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Addis Ababa

Also for Addis Ababa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

Transfer Services Addis Abeba Airport : $23
4 Hours Addis Airport Transfer with Ethiopian Cultural Tour: $299
Addis Ababa Airport in/out transfer: $49
Addis Ababa Airport pickup and Transfer: $19
Addis Ababa Airport transfer and shuttle service(privet): $15
Addis Ababa Private Airport-Hotel Transfer: $82
City and Airport Transfer in Addis Ababa: $35
City/Airport Transfer in Addis Ababa - Shuttles: $36
City/Airport Transfers-Addis Ababa: $35
Lalibela Full Day Tour with Guide and Transfer: $130
Private Transfer from Bole Airport Addis Ababa (ADD) to Addis Ababa: $135

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bordeaux

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bordeaux:

Airport to Bordeaux Private Van Business Transfer: $261
Private Transfer from Airport to Bordeaux City: $158
Bordeaux to Airport Private Transfer in Premium Class: $141
Bordeaux Airport Transfers: Bordeaux to Bordeaux Airport BOD in Luxury Car: $131
Transferts Airport, Hotel, Station and others places Arcachon, Saint-Emilion on request: $115
Bordeaux to Airport Private Transfer in Business Sedan: $103
Arrival Private Transfers : Bordeaux Airport BOD to Bordeaux in Luxury Van: $103
Departure Private Transfers : Bordeaux to Bordeaux Airport BOD in Luxury Van: $103
Private Transfer Service: $103
Bordeaux : Private transfer to/from Mérignac Airport: $100
Bordeaux Airport Transfers: Bordeaux Airport BOD to Bordeaux in Business Car: $98
Arrival Private Transfers : Bordeaux Airport BOD to Bordeaux in Business Car: $98

Is it cheaper to fly into Addis Ababa or Bordeaux?

Prices for flights to both Bordeaux and Addis Ababa 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

Addis Ababa $14

Bordeaux $81

Typical Food Prices in Addis Ababa

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Addis Ababa:

Slice of Cake

$0.06

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Addis Ababa

For Addis Ababa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

Food tour in Addis Ababa with airport pick-up.: $56
Ethiopian cooking class: $61
Local Ethiopian Food Tour Addis Ababa: $62
Ethiopian Cultural Dinner in Addis Ababa with LIVE Traditional Dance Show: $77
Private City Tour with Folkloric Dinner: $80
Yod Abyssinia Cultural Night: Dinner, Music, and Dance: $81
Addis Ababa Private City Tour with Immersive Cooking Class Lunch: $85
Addis abeba Full Cooking class.: $90
Cooking class in Addis Ababa: $95
Local Ethiopian Food Tour: $100
Unique Ethiopian Cooking Class and Coffee Ceremony with a Local in Addis Ababa: $116
Food tours in Addis Ababa tastever with lunch: $120

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bordeaux

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bordeaux.

Bordeaux food tour: sweet specialities & highlights: $23
Best Boulangeries Food Tour: $32
Bordeaux Best Boulangeries Exclusive Food Tour - Semi Private: $57
No Diet Club : Bordeaux Food Tour in Les Chartrons !: $61
Bordeaux Exclusive Bakeries and Pastries Food Tour - Max 6 Ppl: $61
2-Hour River Dinner Cruise: $71
Bordeaux Complete Morning Food Tour: $72
1.5h Exclusive Best Bakeries Food Tour - Max 8 ppl: $77
Food Tour in Bordeaux : $93
4h Night Food Tour of Bordeaux: $93
Organic : Bordeaux Food Tour: $102
Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $102

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Addis Ababa $3.65

Bordeaux $23

Tours and Activities in Addis Ababa

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Addis Ababa.

Layover in Addis Ababa 5 hours tour: $36
Addis Ababa city tour.: $49
Pup crawl and nightlife tour in Addis Ababa.: $50
Best of Merkato Addis Guided Tour: $50
Guided City Tour: $52
Addis Ababa highlight city tour: $54
Authentic Addis Ababa City Tour with a Local Guide: $55
4 Hour Addis Cuisine Tasting Tour: $59
Ethiopia Half-Day Market Food & Coffee Ceremony Tours: $60
Limalimo ethiopia tours: Full-Day Addis Ababa City Tour: $60
City Highlights and Market Tour: $60
Layover Tour with National Museum & Mercato: $60

Tours and Activities in Bordeaux

Here are a few actual costs in Bordeaux for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

"Explore Saint-Émilion on e-Bikes: Small Group, Full-Day Tour": $188
2 hours - Bordeaux Private tour with a native guide: $157
Aperitive guided cruise « Wine and Canelé »: $19
Blind Tasting: 5 Bordeaux Natural Wine + Cheese experience: $51
Bordeaux : Afternoon Food and History Tour: $56
Bordeaux : Food and History Tour: $91
Bordeaux : Must-See Attractions Walking Tour: $26
Bordeaux Center Tour: $68
Bordeaux City - Private Guided Walking Tour with Local Sophia: $94
Bordeaux Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $8.34
Bordeaux Full Day Wine and Bike Tour : $183
Bordeaux Gourmet FoodTour A journey through local delicacies: $36

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Addis Ababa $3.01

Bordeaux $27

Sample the Local Flavors in Addis Ababa

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Addis Ababa:

Pub-crawl Tour ( locally crafted beer and wine tasting ): $52
Night Tour Addis Ababa beer and wine tasting: $65

Sample the Local Flavors in Bordeaux

Also in Bordeaux, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

Wine and Trade Museum Entry Ticket & Wine Tasting: $10
Château Olivier: One Hour Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting: $15
Distillery Tour in Bordeaux with Spirits Tasting: $16
Wine Tasting Cruise: $22
Cité du Vin Direct Ticket and Wine Tasting: $23
Taillan-Médoc: Château Visit and Wine Tasting in Bordeaux: $26
Guided Bordeaux Wine Tasting Class with 6 Wines: $39
Chateau du Taillan and Park including Wine Tasting Tour: $42
Bordeaux Morning Wine Tasting Class: $46
Wine Tasting with a Certified Sommelier: $51
Wine tasting with a DipWSET, CMS Certified Sommelier : $52
Vineyards Wine Tasting Half-Day Trip: $59

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Addis Ababa and Bordeaux, we can see that Bordeaux is more expensive. And not only is Addis Ababa much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Addis Ababa is in Africa and Bordeaux 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 Addis Ababa would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Addis Ababa 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 Bordeaux would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bordeaux than you might in Addis Ababa.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Addis Ababa Expensive? and Is Bordeaux Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Addis Ababa or Bordeaux?

Addis Ababa has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Bordeaux. When comparing the sizes of Addis Ababa and Bordeaux, 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.

A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Addis Ababa vs. Bordeaux for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Addis Ababa or Bordeaux?

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

Where Should I go: Addis Ababa or Bordeaux?

Addis Ababa

Bordeaux

Which place is cheaper, Bordeaux or Addis Ababa?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Addis Ababa and Bordeaux

Local Transportation

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Addis Ababa

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Addis Ababa

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bordeaux

Is it cheaper to fly into Addis Ababa or Bordeaux?

Food

Typical Food Prices in Addis Ababa

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Addis Ababa

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bordeaux

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Addis Ababa

Tours and Activities in Bordeaux

Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Addis Ababa

Sample the Local Flavors in Bordeaux

Which is Bigger, Addis Ababa or Bordeaux?

Related Articles for Bordeaux

A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Addis Ababa vs. Bordeaux for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Addis Ababa or Bordeaux?

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

Where Should I go: Addis Ababa or Bordeaux?

Addis Ababa

Bordeaux

Which place is cheaper, Bordeaux or Addis Ababa?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Addis Ababa and Bordeaux

Local Transportation

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Addis Ababa

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Addis Ababa

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bordeaux

Is it cheaper to fly into Addis Ababa or Bordeaux?

Food

Typical Food Prices in Addis Ababa

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Addis Ababa

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bordeaux

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Addis Ababa

Tours and Activities in Bordeaux

Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Addis Ababa

Sample the Local Flavors in Bordeaux

Which is Bigger, Addis Ababa or Bordeaux?

Related Articles for Bordeaux

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