Which place is cheaper, Sorrento or Alexandria?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Alexandria or Sorrento?
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 Sorrento can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alexandria or Sorrento?
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 The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground.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.
Sorrento
Sorrento is a popular travel destination in Campania, Italy. The city has nice architecture and many shops and outdoor cafes you can enjoy. Its access via the Circumvesuviana rail system make it a great base for visiting Pompeii and Ercolano.
The city has a Mediterranean climate that has mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers. The pleasant climate make it a popular destination year around, although you can expect crowds during the peak summer months.
You'll find no shortage of hotels and hostels in town as the city's economy is very much dependent on tourism. Hostels are generally clean and comfortable, but they may be more expensive than you expect. If you travel during the low season you're likely to save some money even if the weather isn't as nice. Mid range hotel rooms are usually smaller than their American counterparts, but they are clean and nice and often come with a complimentary breakfast. The same can generally be said for more expensive hotels.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Egypt, The Best Adventure Tours to Italy, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlexandria $17Sorrento $150
The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $17, while the average daily cost in Sorrento 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 Alexandria and Sorrento in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlexandria $7.99Sorrento $96
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlexandria $16Sorrento $192
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Sorrento
Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or Sorrento? 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 Sorrento Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alexandria $2.49Sorrento $8.10
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 Airport to Alexandria - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $52
- Alexandria to Alexandria Airport - Departure Private Transfer: $26
- Borg El Arab Arrival & Departure Transfers: $40
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Cairo: $75
- From Private Transfer to Luxor: $251
- Private One Way Transfer from Alexandria Hotels to Cairo and Giza Hotels: $68
- Private Pickup Transfer From A Hotel In Alexandria To Borg Al Arab Airport: $50
- Private Transfer from 6 of October City to El Cairo (CAI) Airport: $52
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Airport (HBE) to Alexandria: $26
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Alexandria City Hotels: $16
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Cairo Int Airport (CAI): $71
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo : $73
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sorrento
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Sorrento are as follows:
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Local Bus Ticket$4.50
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Ferry to Capri (Round Trip)$38
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sorrento
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sorrento:
- Aurora car service Transfers from Sorrento to Naples / viceversa: $83
- From Positano/Praiano: Private 1-Way Transfer to Sorrento: $214
- From Path of The Gods Hiking & Transfer with Guide: $80
- From Positano and Amalfi Boat Trip with Transfer: $149
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Amalfi or Ravello: $197
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Naples: $171
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Positano: $134
- Full Day Guided Tour in Capri by Boat with Transfer: $119
- God's Path Guide & Transfers included!!: $196
- Naples Airport (NAP): Private One-Way Transfer from Sorrento: $235
- Naples: Private transfer to Sorrento one way: $235
- Naples: Transfer to Sorrento visit Pompeii Along the way 2H: $155
Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Sorrento?
Prices for flights to both Sorrento 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 $6.46Sorrento $41
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: $35
- Alexandria Food Tour: $50
- From Giza: Sound&light show, Giza pyramids and Dinner on the Nile: $94
Typical Food Prices in Sorrento
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Sorrento:
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Pizza$6.43
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)$46
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sorrento
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Sorrento.
- Private Virtual Cooking Class from Sorrento : $33
- Amalfi Coast Cooking Class and Wine Tasting: $48
- Sorrento Art & Food Tour on Breathless 'Views Village: $50
- Pizza Making Class at Tirabusciò Cooking School: $64
- Pizza Making Class: $64
- Sorrento Pizza Making: $65
- Pizza Making Course: $70
- Dinner in Sorrento with Love, Laugh and Spaghetti: $70
- Pizza School Experience from Sorrento: $71
- Farm Visit with Pizza Lesson, Wine, and Limoncello: $75
- Pizza School with Wine and Limoncello Tasting in a Local Farm: $76
- Private Cooking Class in Sant'Agnello: $76
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alexandria $3.50Sorrento $35
Tours and Activities in Alexandria
Here are a few actual costs in Alexandria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- The Ancient Roman Theater Entry Ticket: $3.80
- Pompey's Pillar Entry Ticket: $3.80
- Citadel of Qaitbay Entry Ticket : $3.80
- Catacomb Of Kom El-Shoqafa Entry Tickets : $3.80
- Skip The Line Entry Ticket to Pompey's Pillar in Alexandria: $4.25
- Alexandria Library Entry Ticket: $5.70
- Qaitbay Citadel Entry Ticket: $5.70
- Catacomb Of Kom El-Shoqafa Entry Ticket: $5.70
- Alexandria Library Skip the line Access Entry Ticket: $6.12
- Skip the Line Tickets for The Catacomb of Kom eL Shoqafa: $6.12
- Skip the Line Tickets for The Roman Theater in Alexandria: $6.12
- Library of Alexandria Entry Ticket Included Pickup And Drop Off: $6.38
Typical Entertainment Prices in Sorrento
Here are a few typical costs in Sorrento for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Chair & Umbrella at Beach$11
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Bike Rental (24 Hours)$21
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Scuba Diving (Single Dive)$48
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Blue Mini Cruise$24
Tours and Activities in Sorrento
Here are a few actual costs in Sorrento for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Capri: Boat Tour, Priority Tickets & Blue Grotto (Optional): $26
- Private tour of limoncello igp with tasting by the sea: $27
- Pompeii Express Tour by Train from Sorrento: $32
- Lemon Garden Tour with Marmalade Tasting: $32
- Guided Walking Tour and Limoncello Tasting: $37
- 3 Hour Walking Tour of Sorrento with Local Food Tasting: $39
- Sorrento Lemon Tour: $43
- Kayak tour from Sorrento to Bagni Regina Giovanna: $44
- Sorrento Lemon Tour and tasting of local products: $44
- Inlaid wood Factory Tour: $44
- From Positano and Amalfi Day Cruise: $48
- Skip-the-Line Pompeii Express Tour by Train: $49
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlexandria $1.35Sorrento $9.34
Typical Alcohol Prices in Sorrento
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Sorrento are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine$11
Sample the Local Flavors in Sorrento
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Sorrento:
- Walking Tour Wine Tasting and Typical Products in Sorrento Farm: $71
- Campania wine tasting with traditional foods: $75
- Sorrento Wine Tasting Experience with a Sommelier: $97
- Sorrento Farm and Food Experience including Olive Oil, Limoncello, Wine tasting : $98
- Small Group Sorrento Wine Tasting Experience with a Sommelier: $104
- From Mount Vesuvius Tour with Lunch & Wine Tasting: $107
- Wine Tasting Including Lunch: $108
- Lemon, Olive Oil and Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch: $109
- From Full-Day Pompeii & Wine Tasting Tour: $136
- Pompeii Guided Tour & Wine tasting + Easy lunch: $185
- Guided Tour of Pompei and Wine Tasting from Sorrento: $205
- Pompeii & Vesuvius Guided Tour with Wine Tasting & Easy Lunch: $224
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alexandria and Sorrento, we can see that Sorrento 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 Sorrento 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 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 Sorrento would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sorrento 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 Sorrento Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alexandria or Sorrento?
Alexandria has a larger population, and is about 230 times larger than the population of Sorrento. When comparing the sizes of Alexandria and Sorrento, 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 Sorrento?
Sorrento has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Alexandria experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Alexandria or Sorrento in the Summer?
Both Sorrento and Alexandria are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Alexandria throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Sorrento in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Alexandria is a little warmer than Sorrento. Typically, the summer temperatures in Alexandria in July average around 26°C (79°F), and Sorrento averages at about 23°C (74°F).
In July, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Sorrento. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Sorrento receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAlexandria 26°C (79°F)Sorrento 23°C (74°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Sorrento in the Autumn?
Both Sorrento and Alexandria during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Alexandria because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, most visitors come to Sorrento for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Alexandria is generally a little warmer than Sorrento. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 22°C (72°F), and Sorrento fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
Sorrento gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Alexandria usually gets less rain in October than Sorrento. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Sorrento receives 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAlexandria 22°C (72°F)Sorrento 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Sorrento in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Alexandria and Sorrento. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Alexandria year-round. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Sorrento because of the shopping scene and the cuisine.
Alexandria is much warmer than Sorrento in the winter. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 13°C (55°F) in January, and Sorrento fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
Sorrento receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Sorrento. Alexandria gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Sorrento receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAlexandria 13°C (55°F)Sorrento 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Sorrento in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Alexandria as well as Sorrento. Alexandria attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty are the main draw to Sorrento this time of year.
In the spring, Alexandria is a little warmer than Sorrento. Typically, the spring temperatures in Alexandria in April average around 19°C (66°F), and Sorrento averages at about 13°C (55°F).
Alexandria usually gets less rain in April than Sorrento. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Sorrento receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAlexandria 19°C (66°F)Sorrento 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Sorrento and Alexandria
| Alexandria | Sorrento | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Oct | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
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