Which place is cheaper, Valparaiso 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 Valparaiso?
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 Valparaiso. 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 Valparaiso?
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.
Valparaiso
Valparaiso, often referred to as Valpo, is an attractive city on the Pacific Coast in Chile. The city has a population of about 300,000 and is only 120 kilometers west of Santiago. The city's main industries aside from tourism include shipping and petroleum refining.
Valparaiso is popular with travelers because of its bohemian culture and brightly colored homes. It also offers some wonderful views of the Pacific Ocean. Although the city is short on specific sights, the atmosphere and beautiful setting make it a wonderful place to visit.
Valparaiso has a mild Mediterranean climate that is comparable to San Francisco or Santa Barbara. The summer is dry but fog is common year around. Rain can be heavy during the winter season and snow falls occasionally in the highest parts of the city. Winds can also be strong during the winter months.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Chile, and The Best Luxury Tours to Chile.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Valparaiso $80
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Valparaiso is $80. 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 Valparaiso in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Valparaiso $34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Valparaiso $68
Compare Hotels in Amman and Valparaiso
Looking for a hotel in Amman or Valparaiso? 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 Valparaiso Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Valparaiso $4.67
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:
- Active Aqaba Private Transfer from to Amman or Airport or Dead Sea: $60
- Airport pickup or drop off transfer from or to Amman city: $95
- Airport pickup or drop off transfer from or to Amman city: $19
- Amman Airport (AMM) to Amman Hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $52
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $40
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Amman: $30
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Petra By Minivan: $260
- Amman Airport Private Transfer to Amman: $25
- Amman Airport Private Transfer to Multiple Destinations: $40
- Amman Airport Private Transfer to Multiple Destinations Minivan: $75
- Amman Airport Private Transfer to or from Your Amman Hotel: $24
- Amman Airport Private Transfer up to 7 Pax: $82
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Valparaiso
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Valparaiso are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$3.04
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Valparaiso
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Valparaiso:
- Valparaiso to Santiago Private Transfer or Santiago to Valparaiso: $142
- Valparaiso Airport Private Transfer: $212
- Transfer Valparaiso Cruise Terminal to Santiago + Tour & Winery: $99
- Private Transfer from Viña del Mar to Arturo Merino Benítez (SCL) Airport: $247
- Private Transfer from Viña Del Mar or Valparaiso City Hotel To Santiago City: $89
- Private Transfer from Valparaiso Hotel or port To Santiago Airport or Hotel: $110
- Private Transfer from Valparaiso Cruise Port to Santiago Hotels: $200
- Private Transfer from Valparaíso Pier to Santiago Airport: $199
- Private Transfer from San Antonio Port to Valparaiso or Viña del Mar.: $133
- Private Transfer Viña del Mar to Santiago Airport: $170
- Private Transfer From Valparaiso Or Viña Del Mar To San Antonio: $133
- Private Transfer Cruise Port to Santiago with Wine tour & tasting: $235
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Valparaiso?
Prices for flights to both Valparaiso 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 $58Valparaiso $37
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:
- private cooking with local chef: $40
- Private 2 Hour Cooking Class with the Locals in Amman: $50
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $80
- Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $98
- Amman Cooking Class with Local Market Tour: $99
Typical Food Prices in Valparaiso
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Valparaiso:
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Empanada$1.82
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Valparaiso
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Valparaiso.
- 3hr Viña del Mar Cooking Class with local : Ceviche & Leche Asada: $29
- Valparaiso : Coastal Hands-on Cooking Class with a Local guide: $29
- Cooking Classes in Viña del Mar Learn to Make Tapas and Desserts: $75
- Learn to Cook Like a Local: Cooking Class in a Viña del Mar Home: $132
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Valparaiso $18
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Full Day Amman Private City Tour: $9.99
- Amman Private Guided City Tour: $20
- Amman Private City Tour with Local Lunch: $20
- Amman Old and New Private City Tour: $20
- Amman Private City Tour with Local Mansaf Lunch: $20
- Amman Private City Tour: $20
- Amman and Seven Sleepers Cave Private Tour: $25
- Tree of Al Buqayawiyya and Seven Sleepers Cave Private Tour: $25
- Amman and Seven Sleepers Cave Private Tour: $25
- Amman Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $30
- Amman Madaba Mount Nebo and Dead Sea Private Tour: $30
- Madaba Mount Nebo Baptism and Ma'in Private Guided Tour: $30
Typical Entertainment Prices in Valparaiso
Here are a few typical costs in Valparaiso for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Boat Tour$4.05
Tours and Activities in Valparaiso
Here are a few actual costs in Valparaiso for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- A Romantic Journey Through Viña del Mar - Private Tour: $213
- Cultural Tour of Valparaíso and Viña del Mar: $37
- Explore and Sail Valparaíso and Viña del Mar Tour: $58
- Famous Valparaíso! Premium Walking Tour with a Native Guide: $40
- Famous Viña del Mar! Premium Walking Tour with a Native Guide: $40
- Full Day Private Walking Tour with a Native Guide & Public Transport: $120
- Full-Day Tour of Valparaíso, Viña del Mar, Reñaca & Concón: $180
- Gastronomic Tour in Valparaiso: $216
- Guided Panoramic Tour in Valparaíso: $40
- Guided Tour Viewpoints Elevators and Hills of Valparaiso: $40
- Guided tour Vina del Mar Reñaca beaches music and nature: $45
- Jewels of Viña del Mar – Private Walking Tour: $213
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Valparaiso $7.54
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 Valparaiso
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Valparaiso are as follows:
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Beer$0.96
Sample the Local Flavors in Valparaiso
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Valparaiso:
- Valparaiso Cruise Port to Santiago with Tour and Wine Tasting: $100
- From Santiago: Aconcagua Valley Wine Tour: $129
- Private Wine Tour in Valparaiso: $290
- A Valparaíso 100% Private Tour + Casablanca Wine Tasting: $320
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Valparaiso, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Valparaiso much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Valparaiso is in South America, 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 Valparaiso would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Valparaiso 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 Amman would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Amman than you might in Valparaiso.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Valparaiso Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Valparaiso?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Valparaiso. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Valparaiso, 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.
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