Which place is cheaper, Fez or Amritsar?
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 Amritsar or Fez?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Amritsar and Fez can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Amritsar or Fez?
Amritsar
Amritsar is a holy city of the Sikh religion, named "holy pool of nectar" for the pool around the base of the Golden Temple complex. This complex is the city's main attraction, bringing pilgrims from all over to bathe in the waters of the sacred pool and visit the sacred temple.
Fez
Fez is the historical capital of Morocco and has one of the country's most impressive and elaborate medinas. It's authentic and traditional atmosphere attracts travelers from all over the world. It's fun to wander the city's elaborate alleyways, sample the food, and soak up the sights and smells. In Fez's medina you'll find donkeys, carts, spices, and pottery. You'll find traditional foods, locals bartering for goods, and religious buildings that date back hundreds of years. The medina is also the world's largest car free urban zone.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Food and Culinary Tours in India, The Best Photography Tours in India, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmritsar $59Fez $87
The average daily cost (per person) in Amritsar is $59, while the average daily cost in Fez is $87. 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 Amritsar and Fez in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmritsar $20Fez $33
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmritsar $40Fez $66
Compare Hotels in Amritsar and Fez
Looking for a hotel in Amritsar or Fez? 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: Amritsar Hotel Prices and Fez Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amritsar $14Fez $16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amritsar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Amritsar:
- Private Transfer from Amritsar to Amritsar Raja Sansi (ATQ) Airport: $38
- Half Day city tour with Lunch & transfers: $60
- Amritsar to Dharamshala Tour (One Way Transfer): $80
- Affordable Amritsar airport transfer: $11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fez
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Fez:
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Taxi Ride$2.04
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fez
Also for Fez, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Casablanca Transfer from Fes via Meknes and Rabat: $171
- Fes - Airport Arrival Transfer to the Hotel: $23
- Fes Airport Transfer Arrival or Deparature: $19
- Fes Private Transfer Train Station to Hotel or Vice Versa: $10
- Fes Saïss Airport to Hotel Transfer: $23
- Fes Sais Airport (FEZ) Transfers to Meknes (SIAM)or Reverse: $113
- Fes Saiss Airport Transfer to Fes Hotels and Riads: $16
- Fes Saiss Private airport transfer with arrival and departure: $25
- Fes to Casablanca - Private Transfer: $136
- Fes to Chefchaouen Private Transfer: $131
- Fes to Chefchaouen Private Transfer: $113
- Fes to Tanger Via Meknes and Volubilis - Private Transfer: $183
Is it cheaper to fly into Amritsar or Fez?
Prices for flights to both Fez and Amritsar 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 dayAmritsar $29Fez $42
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amritsar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Amritsar.
- Amritsar Food Tour: $29
- Wagah Border Retreat Ceremony With Traditional Dinner: $45
- Private Farm-Fresh Punjabi Cooking Class in Amritsar: $136
Typical Food Prices in Fez
For Fez, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Yogurt$0.61
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Dinner for 2$12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fez
For Fez, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Fez Rooftop Sunset Tea & Dinner at Palais Traditionnel: $11
- Private Cooking Class with a Local Family & Market Visit: $34
- Cooking Class Experience in Fes: $35
- Moroccan Cooking Class and Lunch in a Traditional Riad: $40
- Flavors of Fez ( Cooking Class with Local Expert ): $40
- Moroccan Cooking Class with Lunch in a Traditional Riad in Fez: $40
- Baking Workshops at Fez Cooking School at Palais Amani: $43
- Family Dinner in Fes with Tea and Fun Stories: $45
- Unforgettable Cooking Class in Fez: $45
- Cooking Class with Bread Workshop and Pastry in Fes: $46
- Fez Souk tour & traditional Home Cooking: $51
- Moroccan Cooking Class and Fez Market Visit and Meal: $55
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amritsar $13Fez $9.22
Tours and Activities in Amritsar
Here are a few actual costs in Amritsar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 Days Tour! City Tour , Village Tour, Food n Heritage Walk Tour: $109
- A Day Trip of Amritsar Golden City from Delhi with Flight Tickets: $60
- Amritsar (Golden Temple & Wagah) with Village 2 Days Tour: $57
- Amritsar 1 Day Guided Tour-Golden Temple, Jalliawala Bagh, Wagah: $48
- Amritsar 1 Day Sightseeing with Wagah Border: $32
- Amritsar 1 Day Tour: Golden Temple, Jalianwala Bagh, Wagah Border: $49
- Amritsar 2-Day Golden Temple & Heritage Tour from Delhi: $797
- Amritsar City Tour ( EXCLUDING WAGAH BORDER): $48
- Amritsar City Tour ( Including Wagah Border Ceremony): $54
- Amritsar City Tour (Private Half Day Tour): $48
- Amritsar City Tour with Golden Temple & Wagha Border: $27
- Amritsar Day Tour - Golden Temple / Jallianwala Bagh / Wagah: $29
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fez
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Fez's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Granary Fee$2.04
Tours and Activities in Fez
For Fez, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3 Days Desert Tour From Fez to Marrakech , share & priavte: $3.42
- Fez Medina Traditional Craft Shopping Tour with Expert Guide: $5.71
- Zellige and Pottery Tour at our Studio in Fes: $5.71
- Fes Pottery Guided Tour: $5.71
- Pottery, Zellige Tour at our Cooperative: $6.85
- Pottery and Ceramics Guided Tour: $6.85
- Mosaic and Pottery Tour in Fes: $6.85
- Pottery & Zellige mosaic Tour: $7.29
- Fez Walls and Hidden Medina Tour: $9.13
- Tour guide in the old city of Fez: $9.13
- Geometric mosaic & pottery tour in fes: $9.13
- Shared Fez Medina Walking Tour : Hidden Gems, Souks & Tanneries: $10
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmritsar $12Fez $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Fez
Also in Fez, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Full Day Boutique Winery and Wine Tasting Tour from Fez to Meknes: $179
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amritsar and Fez, we can see that Fez is more expensive. And not only is Amritsar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amritsar is in Asia and Fez 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 Amritsar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Amritsar 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 Fez would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fez than you might in Amritsar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amritsar Expensive? and Is Fez Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amritsar or Fez?
Amritsar has a larger population, and is about 13% larger than the population of Fez. When comparing the sizes of Amritsar and Fez, 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.