Which place is cheaper, Chefchaouen or Alicante?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Alicante or Chefchaouen?
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 Alicante and Chefchaouen can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alicante or Chefchaouen?
Alicante
Alicante is a gorgeous coastal city in the Costa Blanca region, on the east coast of Spain. The region is famous for its white sandy beaches, the party-haven of Benidorm and the stunning palm tree-lined boulevard in the city of Alicante. I have been visiting Alicante for close to 20 years, so, it has become almost a second home to me. Here are my top tips to have the best vacation in Alicante.
Chefchaouen
To feel like you've really stepped back in time to the glory days of Morocco, you're going to want to spend time in Chefchaouen. This town's beautiful medina is filled with white washed buildings with blue highlights. The wandering alleyways provide a fairy tale setting where you can relax for a few days. This mountainous region is a humble example of the classic picture of this area. Set against the backdrop of the Rif Mountains, the white and powder blue accented buildings and call to calls to prayer throughout the day let every visitor know they've arrived in a relaxing spot of peace and serenity.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlicante €127Chefchaouen €54
The average daily cost (per person) in Alicante is €127, while the average daily cost in Chefchaouen is €54. 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 Alicante and Chefchaouen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlicante €42Chefchaouen €23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlicante €84Chefchaouen €46
Compare Hotels in Alicante and Chefchaouen
Looking for a hotel in Alicante or Chefchaouen? 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: Alicante Hotel Prices and Chefchaouen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alicante -Chefchaouen €14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alicante
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alicante:
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Puerto Lumbreras : $281
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to La Azohia: $269
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to La Drova (urbanisation): $254
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Bolnuevo: $254
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to la Manga Puerto Maestre: $245
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Cehegin: $245
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to La Manga strip dos Mares: $237
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Cabo de Palos: $237
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Gandia: $237
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Campo sol Golf Resort : $226
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Orba: $218
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Oliva: $218
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Chefchaouen:
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Taxi Ride€0.93
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chefchaouen
Also for Chefchaouen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- One-Way Transfer from Tangier to Fez via chefchaouen : $295
- Chefchaouen to Fes Private Transfer: $125
- Chefchaouen to Fes Private Transfer - Luxury Car - or Fez to Chefchaouen: $174
- Chefchaouen to Fes: Private Transfer (English Speaking Driver): $244
- Chefchaouen to Tangier private transfer: $118
- Chefchaouen to the city of Casablanca Private Transfer: $173
- Fes: One-Way Transfer to Chefchaouen "The Blue City": $27
- Fes: Transfer to Tangier via Chefchaouen: $185
- From Fes:2-Day Transfers to Chefchaouen & back to Fez/Tanger: $75
- One way transfer Chefchaouen to Fes or vice versa: $116
- One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes: $27
- One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes : $25
Is it cheaper to fly into Alicante or Chefchaouen?
Prices for flights to both Chefchaouen and Alicante 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 dayAlicante €72Chefchaouen €17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alicante
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alicante.
- Secret Flavors Food Tour: $31
- Paella and Sangria Cooking Workshop: $60
- Paella and Sangría Cooking Workshop: $64
- Central Market Guided Food Tour with Tapas Bars: $70
- Alicante Food Tour: $71
- Fuse Spanish With Italian For Dinner In Mutxamel: $89
- Alicante PRIVATE Food Tour With Locals: 10 Food & Drink Tastings Included: $136
- Cooking Class with Private Chef and Local Wine: $176
- Alicante cooking class with a private chef: $180
Typical Food Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Chefchaouen:
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Lunch for Two€8.41
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Dinner for Two€9.34
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Cupcake€0.28
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Nutella and Yogurt€1.87
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chefchaouen
For Chefchaouen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Funny Family Cooking Class in Blue City: $28
- Cooking Class in Mountain From Chefchaouen: $44
- Vegetarian food Cooking Class in Chefchaouen: $44
- 3-Hour Cooking Class overlooking the Blue City: $55
- 4 hours Private Cooking Class With Family in Chefchaouen: $60
- Chefchaouen Cooking Class : $65
- Chefchaouen Food Tour: $65
- Chefchaouen Food Tour: $68
- Guided Food Tour with over 6 Tasting Stops: $69
- Discovery more Chefchaouen evening food tour with locals: $70
- Make Your Own Tajine and Pastilla Cooking Class: $76
- Chefchaouen Traditional Cooking Class: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alicante €53Chefchaouen €16
Typical Entertainment Prices in Alicante
Here are a few typical costs in Alicante for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Food and Tapas Tour (for 2)€54
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Catamaran Cruise (for 2)€67
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Wine Tasting Tour (for 2)€120
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Walking Tour (for 2)€60
Tours and Activities in Alicante
Here are a few actual costs in Alicante for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Alcoy Walking Tour on the Modernist Route: $202
- Alicante - Old Town Private Walking Tour: $385
- Alicante : E-Bike Coast Tour, Román Fishpond and Snorkeling: $37
- Alicante : Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $49
- Alicante Charming Villages Tour: Villajoyosa and Altea: $75
- Alicante City & Beach Bike Tour : $33
- Alicante Discovery Tour from Benidorm: $28
- Alicante Evening Tapas tour: $82
- Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide : $32
- Alicante Highlights Bike Tour(min 2p) MEDIUM CYCLE LEVEL REQUIRED: $35
- Alicante Highlights Private Tour with Castle : $76
- Alicante Historic Small Group Tour with Tapas Tasting: $32
Tours and Activities in Chefchaouen
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chefchaouen.
- Walking Tour in Chefchaouen: $14
- Chefchaouen with Local Eyes Guided Walking Tour: $15
- Tour by local guide : $16
- Chefchaouen Tour with Aman: $20
- Chefchaouen tour guide: $22
- From Fez: Day Tour to the Blue Town of Chefchaouenf: $26
- From Fez: Day Tour to the Blue Town of Chefchaouen: $28
- Day Tour to Chefchaouen from Fes with Local Expert: $28
- Best Experience Fes to Chefchaouen Day Tour multi languages: $34
- From Fez: Chefchaouen Guided Day Tour: $35
- 3-Hour Private Legacy Tour in Chefchaouen: $35
- Discover Chefchaouen : A Walking Tour through Hidden Gems: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlicante -Chefchaouen €13
Sample the Local Flavors in Alicante
Also in Alicante, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Santa Bárbara Castle Wine Tasting with Cold Cuts: $28
- Vineyards of Wine Tasting Tour: $73
- Alicante Wine Tour with Wine Tasting : $74
- Private Tour of Vinalopó Castles and Wine Tasting: $82
- Food Walking Tour with Wine Tasting and Tapas: $144
- Alicante Wine Tasting and Tapas for Foodies: $147
- Total Alicante walking tour, tapas and wine tasting: $267
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alicante and Chefchaouen, we can see that Alicante is more expensive. And not only is Chefchaouen much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Alicante is in Europe and Chefchaouen is in Africa, 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 Chefchaouen would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chefchaouen 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 Alicante would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Alicante than you might in Chefchaouen.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Alicante Expensive? and Is Chefchaouen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alicante or Chefchaouen?
Alicante has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Chefchaouen. When comparing the sizes of Alicante and Chefchaouen, 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 Alicante or Chefchaouen?
Alicante has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Chefchaouen experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Alicante or Chefchaouen in the Summer?
Both Chefchaouen and Alicante during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Alicante for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Chefchaouen year-round.
In the summer, Alicante is around the same temperature as Chefchaouen. Typically, the summer temperatures in Alicante in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Chefchaouen averages at about 24°C (74°F).
In Chefchaouen, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Alicante. In the summer, Alicante often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Chefchaouen. Alicante gets 341 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Chefchaouen receives 346 hours of full sun.
Alicante usually gets more rain in July than Chefchaouen. Alicante gets 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAlicante 25°C (77°F)Chefchaouen 24°C (74°F)
Should I visit Alicante or Chefchaouen in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Alicante and Chefchaouen. Many visitors come to Alicante in the autumn for the shopping scene. Chefchaouen attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Alicante is generally around the same temperature as Chefchaouen. Daily temperatures in Alicante average around 20°C (68°F), and Chefchaouen fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Chefchaouen this time of the year. In Alicante, it's very sunny this time of the year. Alicante usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Chefchaouen during autumn. Alicante gets 225 hours of sunny skies, while Chefchaouen receives 235 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Alicante usually receives more rain than Chefchaouen. Alicante gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAlicante 20°C (68°F)Chefchaouen 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Alicante or Chefchaouen in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Alicante as well as Chefchaouen. Most visitors come to Alicante for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Chefchaouen throughout the year.
Alicante is cooler than Chefchaouen in the winter. The daily temperature in Alicante averages around 11°C (52°F) in January, and Chefchaouen fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In the winter, Alicante often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Chefchaouen. Alicante gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Chefchaouen receives 169 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Chefchaouen. Alicante usually gets less rain in January than Chefchaouen. Alicante gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAlicante 11°C (52°F)Chefchaouen 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Alicante or Chefchaouen in the Spring?
Both Chefchaouen and Alicante are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Alicante because of the beaches. Plenty of visitors come to Chefchaouen because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the spring, Alicante is around the same temperature as Chefchaouen. Typically, the spring temperatures in Alicante in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Chefchaouen averages at about 15°C (60°F).
It's quite sunny in Chefchaouen. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Alicante. Alicante usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Chefchaouen during spring. Alicante gets 243 hours of sunny skies, while Chefchaouen receives 251 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Alicante usually receives more rain than Chefchaouen. Alicante gets 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAlicante 16°C (60°F)Chefchaouen 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Chefchaouen and Alicante
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (52°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (78°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
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