Which place is cheaper, Fez or Antsiranana?
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 Antsiranana or Fez?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Antsiranana or Fez, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Antsiranana or Fez?
Antsiranana
Antsiranana is the capital of Madagascar's northernmost province, Diana, and until 1975 it was known as Diego Suarez. The city has a port that has become a site for naval repairs and is the largest in the entire Indian Ocean. The port is mainly used for tinned fish and bottled drinks (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic). The city has a population of a little over 100,000. The French used the city as a military base after independence from 1960 until 1973, after the socialist revolution.
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 Adventure Tours to Madagascar, The Best Wildlife Tours to Madagascar, 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 dayAntsiranana $122Fez $93
The average daily cost (per person) in Antsiranana is $122, while the average daily cost in Fez is $93. 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 Antsiranana and Fez in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntsiranana $46Fez $35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntsiranana $92Fez $70
Compare Hotels in Antsiranana and Fez
Looking for a hotel in Antsiranana 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: Fez Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antsiranana $15Fez $17
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$2.18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fez
Also for Fez, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- private transfer fes to casablanca: $123
- private transfer fes casablanca: $112
- private one-way transfer from Fes to Marrrakech: $233
- Transfer from Fez to Rabat (Private): $185
- Transfer from Fez to Chefchaouen with small group (one way): $37
- Transfer from Fez to Chefchaouen with small group (one way): $35
- Transfer from Fez to Casablanca (private): $217
- Transfer from Fes to Tangier: $187
- Transfer from Fes to Rabat: $149
- Transfer from Fes to Casablanca: $175
- Transfer from Fes to Casablanca: $174
- Transfer from Airport Fez to an Hotel in Fez: $12
Is it cheaper to fly into Antsiranana or Fez?
Prices for flights to both Fez and Antsiranana 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 dayAntsiranana $64Fez $45
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antsiranana
For Antsiranana, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- MADAGASCAR DIEGO SUAREZ: COOKING CLASS: $79
- MADAGASCAR DIEGO SUAREZ: STREETFOOD TOUR: $80
Typical Food Prices in Fez
For Fez, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Yogurt$0.65
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Dinner for 2$13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fez
For Fez, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking Class Experience in Fes: $37
- Moroccan Cooking Class and Lunch in a Traditional Riad: $39
- Fez Cooking Class at a Traditional Riad with Market Visit: $40
- Flavors of Fez by Locals ( Cooking Class ): $41
- Flavors of Fez ( Cooking Class with Local Expert ): $41
- Family Dinner in Fes with Tea and Fun Stories: $45
- fez Cooking Class Moroccan cuisine with Market Visit: $47
- Cooking Class with Bread Workshop and Pastry in Fes: $47
- Moroccan Cooking Class and Fez Market Visit and Meal: $50
- Best cooking class in Fès with real Familly: $52
- Cooking Class - Moroccan cuisine: $52
- Fez Souk tour & traditional Home Cooking: $52
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antsiranana $20Fez $9.85
Tours and Activities in Antsiranana
For Antsiranana, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Day tour in Amber Mountain (6 to 8 hour): $291
- Diego Suarez (Antsiranana): Red Tsingy Half-Day Tour: $164
- MADAGASCAR DIEGO SUAREZ: CITY TOUR: $66
- Montagne d'Ambre: excursions for cruise ships in Antsiranana: $218
- Visit the Tsingy rouge: cruise ship excursions in Antsiranana: $158
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$2.18
Tours and Activities in Fez
For Fez, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Day Fes to Merzouga Desert Tour: $128
- 2 Day Luxury Desert Tour from Fes to Fes or Marrakech: $128
- 2 Day Private Sahara Adventure from Fez to Merzouga and Back: $239
- 2 Days 1 Night Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech (Luxury Camp ): $152
- 2 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Fes/Marrakech via Erg Chebbi: $99
- 2 Days Fes Desert Tour with Night luxury Tent & Quad/Camel ride: $147
- 2 Days Luxury Tour to Merzouga Desert from Fez with Small Group: $268
- 2 Days Tour From Fes To Marrakech Via Merzouga Desert: $152
- 2-Day Desert Tour From Fes To Merzouga/Marrakech: $122
- 2-Day Guided Tour from Fes to the Desert: $175
- 2-Day Immersive Rif Pottery Experience with a local potter: $163
- 2-Day Luxury Sahara Tour: Fes to Marrakech or Fes: $105
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntsiranana $11Fez $13
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: $174
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antsiranana and Fez, we can see that Antsiranana is more expensive. And not only is Fez much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Fez would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Fez 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 Antsiranana would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Antsiranana than you might in Fez.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antsiranana Expensive? and Is Fez Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antsiranana or Fez?
Fez has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Antsiranana. When comparing the sizes of Antsiranana 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.