Which place is cheaper, Ouarzazate 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 Ouarzazate?
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 Ouarzazate can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alexandria or Ouarzazate?
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 The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground.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.
Ouarzazate
Morocco can be quite an energetic country, but if you're looking for more of a quiet getaway, consider Ouarzazate. Small by Moroccan standards, this town is built up mostly around a main street – the Avenue Mohammad V. Ouarzazate. The name "Ouarzazate" comes from the Berber language meaning "without noise" or "without confusion." It was once a crossroad for a African traders traveling to northern cities in Morocco and Europe. Today, Ouarzazate is the largest town in the Moroccan Sahara, and its central location serves as a good home base touring the rest of Morocco.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Egypt, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Morocco, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco.
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Alexandria Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlexandria $20Ouarzazate $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $20, while the average daily cost in Ouarzazate is $57. 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 Ouarzazate in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlexandria $7.50Ouarzazate $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlexandria $15Ouarzazate $44
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Ouarzazate
Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or Ouarzazate? 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 Ouarzazate Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alexandria $2.33Ouarzazate $3.57
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:
- Alexandria Hotel to Sphinx Airport Private Transfer: $66
- Alexandria Airport (HBE)to Alexandria-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $70
- Alexandria Airport Departure Transfer: $25
- Alexandria to Alexandria Airport (HBE)-Departure Private Transfer: $35
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Cairo: $91
- Private Day Trip To Egyptian Museum, Citadel & Old Cairo By Private Transfers: $6.40
- Private One Way Transfer from Alexandria Hotels to Cairo and Giza Hotels: $75
- Private Pickup Transfer From A Hotel In Alexandria To Borg Al Arab Airport: $50
- Private Transfer Alexandria Hotel to Borg El Arab Airport: $30
- Private Transfer Alexandria Hotel to Cairo Airport : $70
- Private Transfer From Alexandria To Cairo : $170
- Private Transfer from Alexandria City hotels to Alexandria Port : $42
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ouarzazate
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Ouarzazate are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$2.10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ouarzazate
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ouarzazate:
- "Ouarzazate to Marrakech: Your Comfortable Private Transfer": $115
- Ouarzazate Airport: Private Transfer: $45
- Private Ouarzazate Airport Transfer: $30
- Private Transfer between Ouarzazate & Marrakech: $337
- Private Transfert Between Marrakech & Ouarzazate: $185
Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Ouarzazate?
Prices for flights to both Ouarzazate 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 $10Ouarzazate $29
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alexandria
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alexandria.
- Private Half Day Food Tour in Alexandria Egypt : $20
- Private Full-Day Food Tour of Alexandria with Hotel Pick Up: $33
- Alexandria Food Tour Top Rated: $40
- Private Food Tour To The Famous Restaurant In Alexandria : $45
- From Giza: Sound&light show, Giza pyramids and Dinner on the Nile: $94
Typical Food Prices in Ouarzazate
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ouarzazate:
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Dinner for Two$12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ouarzazate
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ouarzazate.
- Private Berber Cooking Class at Fint Oasis with Lunch: $46
- Marrakech: Desert Excursion, Quad, Camel, Dinner & Fireshow: $56
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alexandria $3.28Ouarzazate $11
Tours and Activities in Alexandria
Here are a few actual costs in Alexandria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Alexandria day tour.The catacomb, pompy's pillar,the citedal: $5.00
- Alexandria Free Walking Tour Discover the Hidden Gems: $5.00
- Group Tour to the landmarks of Alexandria from Alexandria city : $20
- Alexandria Horse Carriage Tour : $21
- Private Alexandria Highlights Guided Day Tour: $24
- Catacombs of kom el shoqafa Guided Walking Tour: $30
- From Cairo: Alexandria Like a Local True Authentic Tour: $30
- Alexandria Day Tour Visit the Tob attractions of Alexandria City: $32
- Guided City Walking Tour: $35
- Graeco Roman Museum Guided Walking Tour by a Storyteller: $35
- Rosetta Day Tour from Alexandria Islamic architecture: $37
- Alexandria Library Exclusive Guided Walking Tour: $40
Tours and Activities in Ouarzazate
Here are a few actual costs in Ouarzazate for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Ait-Ben-Haddou - City Tour: $23
- Royal Private Tour of Ksar Ait Ben Haddou: $23
- 1 Hour Horse Riding Adventure in Ait Ben Haddou: $26
- Guided tour of the Palmerie de Skoura by electric mountain bike : $49
- Private Quad Experience in the Ouarzazate Desert: $52
- Marrakech Palm Grove 2-Hour Quad Biking Adventure.: $52
- 3-Day Desert Adventure: Ouarzazate to Merzouga: $85
- 3 Days - 2 Nights Desert Tour From Marrakech with Camel Ride: $86
- Marrakech: 3-Day Desert Tour to Zagora Desert and Ouarzazate: $114
- Private One Day Tour AIT BENHADDOU and TELOUET via Ouarzazate: $116
- 3 Days Group Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert: $116
- From Marrakech: Merzouga Sahara Desert 3-Day Cultural Tour: $123
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlexandria $1.26Ouarzazate -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alexandria and Ouarzazate, we can see that Ouarzazate is more expensive. And not only is Alexandria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Ouarzazate would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ouarzazate 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 Ouarzazate Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alexandria or Ouarzazate?
Alexandria has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Ouarzazate. When comparing the sizes of Alexandria and Ouarzazate, 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.
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.