Which place is cheaper, Luxor or Ankara?
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 Ankara or Luxor?
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 Ankara and Luxor. 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: Ankara or Luxor?
Ankara
Located at the heart of Turkey near Central Anatolia, Ankara is the capital city and second largest city in the country after Istanbul. Formerly known for its long-haired goats and textiles, the city has since developed into a metropolitan mix of modern cultures with historic landmarks.
Luxor
Egypt is surely on the top of every history lover's bucket list. Nowhere is the history more engrossing than in Luxor. From amazing monuments dating back to ancient Thebes to rows of temples up the Nile, this remarkable city is full the stories of past greatness.
The East Bank – or the central part of Luxor Township – is the hotbed for tourism. This is where most of the hotels and resorts are, while the West Bank is home to the ancient ruins and archaeological wonders you'll want to explore.
Before traveling to Egypt, be sure to check on the current affairs and political climate. It could have a major effect on the amount of tourists visiting, and, if conditions are too dangerous, you may want to reschedule. Also note, ladies, to avoid any issues, dress modestly. This is a very conservative region of the world. The less skin showing, the better.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Egypt, and The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt.
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Ankara Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAnkara $94Luxor $31
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $94, while the average daily cost in Luxor is $31. 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 Ankara and Luxor in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAnkara $38Luxor $10
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAnkara $76Luxor $20
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Luxor
Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Luxor? 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: Ankara Hotel Prices and Luxor Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ankara $25Luxor $5.28
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ankara
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Ankara:
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Metro Ride$0.03
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Short Taxi Ride$0.10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ankara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ankara:
- Ankara Airport & Hotel Transfers: $41
- Ankara Airport Transfer: Ankara by Private Luxury Vehicle: $64
- Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers: $113
- Ankara Esenboga Airport to City Hotels Transfer: $55
- Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $113
- Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $69
- Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $53
- Private Airport Transfer From/To Ankara Airport to Cankaya Hotels: $41
- Private Transfer Ankara Esenboga Airport ESB to Keçiören Ankara: $40
- Private Transfer from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Central Ankara: $53
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Beypazari Town: $185
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Gordion Ancient City: $185
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Luxor
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Luxor:
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Taxi Ride$0.39
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Luxor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Luxor:
- Airport private transfer Luxor airport: $20
- Airport private transfer Luxor airport: $27
- Cairo Airport Private Transfer: $31
- Cheap trip : Private transfer from luxor railway station to your hotel: $5.13
- Day Tour East & West Bank+Transfer to Aswan or Hurghada or Marsa: $105
- Day Tour to East and West Bank with Transfer to Aswan or Hurghada: $105
- Deluxe Private Hurghada Airport Transfer: $15
- Dendara & Abydos with return - Private transfer from Luxor: $50
- Edfu and Kom Ombo Day Tour with Aswan Transfer from Luxor: $97
- Exclusive Private Transfer & Day Tour from Luxor to Aswan: $110
- From Luxor To Hurghada Private Transfer One Way Transport: $145
- Hassle-free Private Transfers from Luxor to Hurghada: $60
Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Luxor?
Prices for flights to both Luxor and Ankara 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 dayAnkara $38Luxor $15
Typical Food Prices in Ankara
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ankara:
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A Quick Lunch$0.24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ankara
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ankara.
- Sustainable Home Cooking Class in Ankara: $89
- Home Cooking Class, Sustainable Tables & Stories: $104
- Turkish Cuisine Cooking Class at Local Home with Family: $291
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Luxor
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Luxor.
- Luxury Nile Sunset Felucca Sail | Private Dinner - Hotel Transfer: $15
- Tourist market,local food tour,the gym and coffee in Luxor: $19
- Luxor West Bank By Night and Alabaster Museum Tour with Dinner: $30
- Sunset Felucca on the Nile in Luxor with Optional Lunch or Dinner: $35
- Traditional Egyptian Cooking Experience with Luxor Local Family: $35
- Eat Like a Local:Traditional Egyptian Food / Dinner at Local Family Home - Luxor: $36
- Riding a felucca at Sunset and Dinner an Egyptian House in Luxor: $40
- 3 Hours Culinary Journey with Family Food Tour in Luxor: $40
- Nile River Lunch or Dinner Cruise in Luxor (private Tour): $44
- Sunset Felucca Ride and Banana Island with Lunch or Dinner Luxor: $45
- Private Luxor Temple Night Tour with Sunset Felucca & Dinner: $55
- Desert Dinner or Overnight Stay Under the Stars from Luxor: $60
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ankara $23Luxor $9.72
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ankara
Here are a few typical costs in Ankara for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Underground City$0.17
Tours and Activities in Ankara
Here are a few actual costs in Ankara for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Atakule Tower Observation Deck Ticket: $13
- Secrets of Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour: $24
- Ankara Private Walking Tour: Hidden Gems & Highlights: $24
- Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Local: $27
- Ankara Walking Tour with a Local: $30
- Ankara Highlights Walking Tour With A Guide: $33
- Ankara : Highlights Walking Tour With A Guide: $34
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $35
- Ankara : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ): $36
- Ankara Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems: $39
- Private Walking Tour with a Local: $40
- Women-Only Turkish Home Dining Experience: $104
Typical Entertainment Prices in Luxor
Here are a few typical costs in Luxor for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Boat Ride (for 2)$0.53
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Temple Karnak for Two$2.56
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Camel Ride for Two$1.18
Tours and Activities in Luxor
Here are a few actual costs in Luxor for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Tour Shopping in Luxor City: $6.00
- Medinet Habu Temple QR Code Entry Ticket: $6.50
- Luxor Day Tour: Explore Valley of Kings, Queens, Hatshepsut& More: $8.40
- Private Tour: Medinet Habu,Valley of the Queens & Deir el-Medina: $8.49
- Tour in the East Bank of Luxor: $9.00
- Half Day Tour: Valley of the kings & Hatshepsut Temple and Memnon: $9.00
- Luxor Temple and Karnak Temples (Half Day Tour private): $9.00
- Private luxor Tour: Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut & Memnon: $9.01
- Private Half-Day Luxor Tour:Valley of the Kings,Habu & Hatshepsut: $9.44
- Luxor Day Tour: Valley of Kings & Queens & Hatchepsut Temples: $9.46
- Private Karnak & Luxor Temples Tour: $10
- Half Day Tour: Valley of the Kings &Hatchepsut Temple &Tut's Tomb: $10
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAnkara $10Luxor $2.91
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and Luxor, we can see that Ankara is more expensive. And not only is Luxor much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ankara is in Europe and Luxor 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 Luxor would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Luxor 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 Ankara would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ankara than you might in Luxor.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ankara Expensive? and Is Luxor Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ankara or Luxor?
Ankara has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Luxor. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Luxor, 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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