Which place is cheaper, Annecy or Cairo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cairo or Annecy?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Cairo and Annecy 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: Cairo or Annecy?
Cairo
Cairo is the chaotic capital city of Egypt. With a population of more than 16 million, it is one of the largest cities in both Africa and the Middle East. As a traveler, you're likely to arrive and leave from here and you'll get your first orientation to the area during the chaotic and congestion filled taxi ride from the airport.
Annecy
Annecy is an alpine town in southeastern France, where Lake Annecy feeds into the Thiou River. It's known for its Vieille Ville (old town), with cobbled streets, winding canals and pastel-colored houses. Annecy is situated on a stunning aqua clear lake between the Northern alps of France. Only thirty minutes away from Geneva, Switzerland, this French-Swiss town is unlike any other. Another nickname for this city is the Venice of France because the small center of the city is filled with water passages lined with beautiful flower boxes. The city is romantic because the waterways filled with lights that illuminate the bricks and you feel as if you are in a whole other world with no one around you. The purity of the lake and the beauty of its setting compels Anneciens outdoors - in good weather it seems everyone is hanging out in pavement cafes, mountain-gazing along the lakefront, swimming in the lake, or just aimlessly cycling around it.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in France, and The Best 10-Day Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCairo $17Annecy $191
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $17, while the average daily cost in Annecy is $191. 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 Cairo and Annecy in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $9.36Annecy $98
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $19Annecy $196
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Annecy
Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Annecy? 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: Cairo Hotel Prices and Annecy Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cairo $2.99Annecy $40
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cairo
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Cairo are as follows:
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Metro Ride$0.08
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Taxi Ride$0.32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cairo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cairo:
- From Private Day Trip to Luxor w/ Transfer & Flights: $659
- 3 Private Full-Day Tours to Cairo Top Attractions+One Airport Transfer: $300
- Private Transfer from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh : $290
- Cairo - Sharm El Sheikh: One-Way or Return Private Transfer: $290
- Full-Day Private Trip to Fayoum from Cairo, with Transfer: $286
- 2 Days and 2 Evenings Private Tour in Cairo include airport transfer and M&A: $280
- From One-Way Private Transfer To Luxor: $275
- Private Transfer from El Cairo (CAI) Airport to Hurghada: $264
- Private 3 Days in Giza Cairo and Alexandria including Free airport transfers: $250
- Cairo To El Gouna Private Transfer: $248
- Overnight camping White Desert (Baharaya Oasis) & Cairo Private Transfers: $240
- Day Trip to Luxor East and West Bank from Cairo with private airport transfer and lunch included: $235
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Annecy
Also for Annecy, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Lyon : Luxury private transfer to Annecy in Van: $374
- Private transfer from Geneva airport to Annecy: $295
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Annecy?
Prices for flights to both Annecy and Cairo 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 dayCairo $4.75Annecy $62
Typical Food Prices in Cairo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cairo:
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Juice$0.04
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cairo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cairo.
- Cairo/Giza: Nile Sunset, Dinner Cruise, Show & Private Transfer : $9.63
- Cairo Dinner Cruise, Belly Dancer Show With Pickup Service: $11
- Dinner Cruise on the Nile River: $12
- Nile Sunset, Dinner Cruise, Show and Private Transfer: $16
- VIP tour Giza pyramids ,Sphinx, Quad bike ,Camel, Dinner cruise : $19
- Private Expert tour Giza Pyramids ,Sphinx ,Nile Dinner Cruise & Belly Dancer: $19
- food tour private tour from cairo or giza hotel: $19
- Giza Pyramids, Camel Ride, Quad Bike, Night and Dinner Cruise on Nile: $19
- Private Cairo Food Tour : $20
- All inclusive Tour to Giza Pyramids, Sphinx & ATV &Dinner cruise : $20
- Giza pyramids and Nile dinner cruise private tour from Cairo Giza hotels: $22
- Private Cairo food tour and Egyptian tea: $22
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Annecy
For Annecy, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Annecy Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience : $104
- All Inclusive Food Tour of Annecy Old Town with Local Guide: $148
- Private Market Tour and Modern French Cooking and Meal with a Local in Annecy: $188
- Private Walking Food Tour: $348
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $5.75Annecy $44
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cairo
Here are a few typical costs in Cairo for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entry to Camel Market for Two$0.84
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Egyptian Museum Entry for Two$6.49
Tours and Activities in Cairo
Here are a few actual costs in Cairo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- ( Stopover Tour Of Cairo ) Private All Inc.Pyramids,Camel Ride,Museum& Lunch: $180
- 2 Days 1 Nights Tour package to Saint-Catherine from Cairo : $300
- 2-Day Ancient Egypt Tour with Pyramids and Museums: $219
- 2-Days Tour at Cairo & Giza: $86
- 3-Day Private Tour in Cairo : $196
- 3-Day Tour at Cairo & Giza : $200
- 3-Days Tour at Cairo (Customized Package): $229
- 4-Day Tours at Cairo & Giza & Alexandria: $209
- 8-Hour Private Tour Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum and local Bazaars: $26
- All Inclusive 2-Day Private Tour to All Pyramids and Cairo and 2 evenings: $299
- All Inclusive Full-Day Tour to Pyramids, Museum, mosque and Felucca: $79
- All Inclusive day tour to Giza pyramids, Egyptian museum and Felucca : $88
Tours and Activities in Annecy
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Annecy.
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- City Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $5.35
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.41
- Self-Guided Walking Tour with Smartphone App: $12
- Yakapedaler : bike rental tour with the Annecy lac: $21
- Full-day private tour from Geneva to Annecy: $40
- 1-Hour Segway Discovery Tour: $43
- Annecy Segway Tour - 1h: $44
- Annecy Segway Tour - 1h30: $55
- Annecy 2-Hour Segway Tour: $64
- Annecy Segway Tour - 2h: $66
- Traditional Food Group Walking Tour: $102
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.17Annecy $37
Sample the Local Flavors in Annecy
Also in Annecy, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tour with private driver: $850
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Annecy, we can see that Annecy is more expensive. And not only is Cairo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Cairo is in Africa and Annecy is in Europe, 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 Cairo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cairo 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 Annecy would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Annecy than you might in Cairo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cairo Expensive? and Is Annecy Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cairo or Annecy?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 160 times larger than the population of Annecy. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Annecy, 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.
When is the best time to visit Cairo or Annecy?
Annecy has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Cairo experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Cairo or Annecy in the Summer?
Both Annecy and Cairo during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Cairo because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Annecy for the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Cairo is a little warmer than Annecy. Typically, the summer temperatures in Cairo in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Annecy averages at about 22°C (71°F).
In Annecy, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the summer, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Annecy. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Annecy receives 285 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in July than Annecy. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Annecy receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCairo 28°C (82°F)Annecy 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Annecy in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Annecy. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Annecy because of the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Cairo is generally much warmer than Annecy. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 23°C (73°F), and Annecy fluctuates around 14°C (56°F).
In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Annecy during autumn. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies, while Annecy receives 127 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Cairo usually receives less rain than Annecy. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Annecy receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCairo 23°C (73°F)Annecy 14°C (56°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Annecy in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Annecy. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Annecy this time of year.
It's quite cold in Annecy in the winter. Cairo is much warmer than Annecy in the winter. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Annecy fluctuates around 4°C (39°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the winter, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Annecy. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Annecy receives 62 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in January than Annecy. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Annecy receives 55 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCairo 14°C (57°F)Annecy 4°C (39°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Annecy in the Spring?
Both Annecy and Cairo are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cairo throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Annecy for the small town charm and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Cairo is much warmer than Annecy. Typically, the spring temperatures in Cairo in April average around 21°C (70°F), and Annecy averages at about 11°C (53°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Annecy during spring. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Annecy receives 174 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Cairo usually receives less rain than Annecy. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Annecy receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCairo 21°C (70°F)Annecy 11°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Annecy and Cairo
| Cairo | Annecy | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 55 mm (2.1 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) |
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