Which place is cheaper, Hue or Alexandria?
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 Alexandria or Hue?
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 Alexandria and Hue can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alexandria or Hue?
Alexandria
There are few cities in the world with a history as rich, deep, tragic and fascinating than Alexandria, Egypt. Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, Egypt's second largest city has seen the most extreme ups and extreme downs. The city watched the beautiful and iconic Alexandria Lighthouse crumble to the ground after several natural disasters. The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground. These structures may be physically gone, but the history remains. Alexandria is a city with an ancient allure that draws in visitors from all over the world. Alexandria is a survivor city ready for a comeback.
Hue
Hue is a major city in central Vietnam and was historically the imperial capital. The city was the base for the imperial Nguyen Dynasty, which ruled from 1802 to 1945. During the Vietnam War the city faced many challenges. It was conquered by the Viet Cong and held for 24 days. During this time about 3,000 people were slaughtered for their political views, education level, or religious affiliation.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Egypt, The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam, and The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in Vietnam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlexandria $28Hue $56
The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $28, while the average daily cost in Hue is $56. 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 Alexandria and Hue in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlexandria $10Hue $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlexandria $20Hue $44
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Hue
Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or Hue? 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: Alexandria Hotel Prices and Hue Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alexandria $3.73Hue $12
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Alexandria
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Alexandria:
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Taxi to Train Station$0.08
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alexandria
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alexandria:
- Private Transfer from or to Borg Al Arab Airport: $14
- Private Airport Transfer in Alexandria: $21
- Alexandria Airport Arrival Transfer: $24
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Hotels to Alexandria Airport: $30
- Alexandria to Alexandria Airport (HBE)-Departure Private Transfer: $35
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Alexandria City Hotels: $42
- Private Transfer from Borg El Arab Airport to El Alamein Marassi: $47
- transfer from Alexandria to Cairo airport, Cairo & Giza hotels: $55
- Alexandria Airport (HBE)to Alexandria-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $70
- Private One Way Transfer from Alexandria Hotels to Cairo and Giza Hotels: $80
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Cairo: $94
- Private Transfer Alexandria to Cairo Hotel or Airport: $99
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hue
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hue:
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Cyclo$0.46
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Short Taxi Ride$0.84
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Taxi Ride to Tombs$13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hue
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hue:
- Bus Transfer From Hue - Phong Nha: $16
- Bus Transfer From Hue to Phong Nha (Departure on odd days): $20
- Bus Transfer From Hue to Phong Nha 1 Way: $19
- Da Nang Airport: Private Transfer to/from Hue City: $94
- Deluxe Transfer Hue to Hoi An by Amazing way: $27
- From Hue : Transfer Hue To Hoi An with Sightseeing Stops: $16
- From Hue Sightseeing Transfer to Hoi An and An Bang Cemetery: $50
- From Bus Transfer to Hoi An with Sightseeing Stops: $15
- From Hoi An Bus Transfer with 4 Sightseeing Stops: $13
- From Hoi An Bus Transfer with Hai Van Pass & Marble …: $16
- From Hoi An Bus Transfer with Hai Van Pass & Marble …: $15
- From One-Way Shared Bus Transfer to Da Nang: $12
Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Hue?
Prices for flights to both Hue and Alexandria 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 dayAlexandria $14Hue $25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alexandria
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alexandria.
- Half-Day Food Tour in Alexandria, Egypt: $20
- Alexandria Food Tour Top Rated: $40
- Food Tour in Alexandria for Lunch or Dinner in The Best Restaurants: $45
- Alexandria food Tour taste the Egyptian traditional food: $56
- From Giza: Sound&light show, Giza pyramids and Dinner on the Nile: $94
- GEM and Pyramids Tour with Cruise Dinner From Alexandria Port: $120
Typical Food Prices in Hue
Some typical examples of dining costs in Hue are as follows:
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River Night Market Dinner (for Two)$7.60
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Two Sugarcane Drinks$0.76
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Quick Lunch (for Two)$2.09
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)$4.18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hue
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hue.
- VIP Dragon Boat Dinner Cruise on the Perfume River: $18
- Hue Food Tour by Walking or Cyclo or Motorbike with Driver: $21
- Hue Walking Street Food Tour: $27
- Hue City: Cyclo, Market Tour & Cooking Class at Madam Thu: $27
- Hue Specialty Food Cooking Class-Authentic experience with local: $29
- Hue Night Walking And Street Food Tour: $30
- Home Cooking Class and Dinner with Local Chef in Hue City: $31
- HUE : NIGHT WALKING AND STREET FOOD TOUR: $31
- Hue : Cooking Class with Local Family: $33
- Street Food Tour with a Local Guide: $33
- Hue : Night Street Food Tour with a Local Guide: $33
- Cooking Class with Local Family: $33
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alexandria $5.21Hue $11
Tours and Activities in Alexandria
Here are a few actual costs in Alexandria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Tour to The Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria: $19
- Group Tour to the landmarks of Alexandria from Alexandria city: $20
- Half Day Tour to Bibliotheca Alexandrina: $22
- Alexandria Walking Tour-Walk Like Egyptian: $23
- Catacombs of kom el shoqafa Guided Walking Tour: $30
- Graeco Roman Museum Guided Walking Tour by a Storyteller: $35
- Guided City Walking Tour: $35
- Private Alexandria Highlights Guided Day Tour: $35
- Alexandria by night private tour by horse carriage ride: $35
- Rosetta Day Tour from Alexandria Islamic architecture: $37
- Alexandria Day Tour Visit the Tob attractions of Alexandria City: $40
- Alexandria Library Exclusive Guided Walking Tour: $40
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hue
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Hue are as follows:
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Boat Ride$7.41
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Bicycle Rental (One Day)$1.06
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Imperial Citadel Entrance$3.04
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Massage at Institute for the Blind$1.52
Tours and Activities in Hue
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hue are as follows:
- Eat like a local with a local - Walking Tour: $2.00
- Hue Imperial Ancient City Walking Tour: $2.00
- Traditional Singing on Huong River Ticket: $4.03
- Private City Tour By Car - English Speaking Driver: $4.72
- Imperial City Walk, Motorbike Tour & Private Car Options: $7.00
- Palaces, Pagodas, and Train Tracks: A Hidden Huế Audio Tour: $7.99
- City Tour with Driver - Customized Your Own Itinerary: $8.66
- Private City Tour by Car with English-Speaking Driver: $10
- Hue Royal Tombs Tour Visit 3 Best Tombs & Pagoda: $13
- Royal Tombs Private Tour with 3 Best Tombs & Pagoda: $13
- HUE - HOI AN BUS TOUR 4 STOPS VIA HAI VAN PASS: $14
- From Hoi An Guided Bus Tour with 4 Sightseeing Stops: $14
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlexandria $1.41Hue $5.51
Typical Alcohol Prices in Hue
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Hue:
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Beer$0.95
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alexandria and Hue, we can see that Hue is more expensive. And not only is Alexandria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Alexandria is in Africa and Hue is in Asia, 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 Alexandria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Alexandria 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 Hue would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hue than you might in Alexandria.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Alexandria Expensive? and Is Hue Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alexandria or Hue?
Alexandria has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Hue. When comparing the sizes of Alexandria and Hue, 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 Alexandria or Hue?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Alexandria or Hue in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Alexandria and Hue. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Alexandria year-round. Hue attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
March to August in Hue is the dry season. Also, September to December is the rainy season in Hue. In July, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Hue. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hue receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Alexandria is cooler than Hue in the summer. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 26°C (79°F) in July, and Hue fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAlexandria 26°C (79°F)Hue 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Hue in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Alexandria as well as Hue. Alexandria attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hue throughout the year.
September to December in Hue is the rainy season. It's quite rainy in Hue. Alexandria usually gets less rain in October than Hue. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hue receives 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the autumn, Alexandria is cooler than Hue. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Alexandria in October average around 22°C (72°F), and Hue averages at about 25°C (78°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAlexandria 22°C (72°F)Hue 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Hue in the Winter?
Both Hue and Alexandria are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Alexandria throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Hue because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Hue is March to August. It rains a lot this time of the year in Hue. In January, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Hue. Alexandria gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Hue receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In January, Alexandria is generally much colder than Hue. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 13°C (55°F), and Hue fluctuates around 22°C (71°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAlexandria 13°C (55°F)Hue 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Hue in the Spring?
Both Hue and Alexandria during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Alexandria because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hue year-round.
Alexandria usually gets less rain in April than Hue. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hue receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
Alexandria is cooler than Hue in the spring. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 19°C (66°F) in April, and Hue fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAlexandria 19°C (66°F)Hue 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Hue and Alexandria
| Alexandria | Hue | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 331 mm (13 in) |
| Oct | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 613 mm (24.1 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 376 mm (14.8 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 223 mm (8.8 in) |
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