Which place is cheaper, Taupo or Amman?
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 Amman or Taupo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Amman and Taupo. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Amman or Taupo?
Amman
Amman is the largest city in of the Hashemite Kingdom of the country of Jordan. It is also the capital city of Jordan and has a population of over four million people. Many people use Amman as a base for venturing out into the rest of Jordan and other surrounding countries. There are many things to see and do in Amman.
Taupo
Taupo is a town located in the center of the North Island, situated on the shores of Lake Taupo, which is New Zealand's largest lake. It is also the caldera of the Taupo Volcano. It has a population of 23,700 people and is visited by many people interested in fishing, boating, and other water activities. There are many hiking and biking trails that take you around the water as well.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best G Adventures Tours to New Zealand, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Auckland.
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Amman Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Taupo $127
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Taupo is $127. 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 Amman and Taupo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Taupo $61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Taupo $122
Compare Hotels in Amman and Taupo
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Taupo? 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: Amman Hotel Prices and Taupo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Taupo $25
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amman
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amman:
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Bus Ride (for Two)$0.71
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RIde to Airport$28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amman
Also for Amman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport pickup or drop off transfer from or to Amman city: $19
- Airport to Dead Sea Transfer (private shuttle): $85
- Amman Airport (AMM) to Amman hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $27
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $30
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Petra By Minivan: $237
- Amman Airport Private Transfer to Multiple Destinations: $40
- Amman Airport Transfer Pickup/Drop-Off: $22
- Amman Airport Transfers - Book Your Airport Taxi: $50
- Amman Airport to Petra Shuttle, Comfortable & Affordable Transfer: $160
- Amman Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $40
- Amman Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $80
- Amman Private Transfer from Queen Alia Airprort to Amman city centre: $55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Taupo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Taupo:
- Tongariro Crossing : 2 Day PRIVATE TRANSFER Leaving AUCKLAND: $1,101
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Taupo?
Prices for flights to both Taupo and Amman 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 dayAmman $58Taupo $40
Typical Food Prices in Amman
For Amman, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Pastries$4.23
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Tea$5.64
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amman
For Amman, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Amman by Night Tour with Local Dinner: $31
- private cooking with local chef: $40
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $80
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $100
- Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $107
- Private Lunch or Dinner at Alee Restaurant in Amman: $120
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience: $147
- Private Food Tour in Amman by Day (inc Citadel & Roman Theatre): $199
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Taupo $34
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Tour to the hidden Kingdom of the north: $10
- Amman Private City Tour with Local Lunch: $18
- Amman Old and New Private City Tour: $18
- Amman Private City Tour with Local Mansaf Lunch: $18
- Seven Sleepers Cave and King Abdullah Mosque Private Tour: $18
- Amman Private City Tour: $18
- Day or Night Walking Tour in Downtown With Local: $25
- Petra Madaba and Mount Nebo Private Guided Tour: $27
- Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $27
- Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Ma'in Private Guided Tour: $27
- Tree of Al Buqayawiyya and Seven Sleepers Cave Private Tour: $31
- Amman and Seven Sleepers Cave Private Tour: $31
Typical Entertainment Prices in Taupo
Here are a few typical costs in Taupo for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Bungy Jumping$150
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Jet Boating$56
Tours and Activities in Taupo
Here are a few actual costs in Taupo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Chasing Waterfalls The Adventurer from Kinloch Marina: $185
- Classical Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings -Taupo Sailing Adventures: $35
- Daily Scenic Maori Rock Carving Cruise Taupo: $39
- Eco Sailing Tour to Maori Rock Carvings on Lake Taupo: $35
- Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Cursed Cabin: $23
- Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Enchanted Candy Forest: $23
- Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Hunting Lodge: $23
- Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Marvelous Circus: $23
- Evening Eco Sailing Adventure to Māori Rock Carvings Lake Taupō: $41
- Hidden Lake Kayak Tour in Taupō’s Secret Gem: $117
- Kakariki Day Time Cruise to Maori Rock Carvings: $35
- Lake 1.5-Hour Maori Rock Carvings 5:00 PM Cruise: $34
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Taupo $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Amman
Also in Amman, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Full Day Tour of Ajloun Castle with Cable Car and Wine Tasting: $127
Typical Alcohol Prices in Taupo
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Taupo from other travelers:
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Wine$5.00
When comparing the travel costs between Amman and Taupo, we can see that Amman is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Amman is in Middle East and Taupo is in Pacific, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Taupo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Taupo?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Taupo. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Taupo, 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.