Which place is cheaper, Cesis or Cairo?
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 Cairo or Cesis?
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 Cesis 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 Cesis?
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.
Cesis
Cesis is the quintessential old world town in Latvia. It is nestled among rolling hills, giving it a beautiful, fantasy world like setting. The small town is sprinkled with old castles, fortresses, and parks that you can leisurely wander through to pass the time. There's a lovely town square that is the perfect place to grab a seat on a bench and people watch. Because of the square's central location, many residents pass through it on their way to and from the market. The town is intertwined with lovely cobblestone streets that are lined with old homes, in various stages of disrepair. Cesis manages to perfectly balance a level of authentic wear and tear with a fairytale ambiance. Outside of town you'll find great hiking trails that you can use to explore the rolling hills and picturesque countryside. The small town is also conveniently located less than 100 kilometers from Riga, making it an easy trip on a bus.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, and The Best Historical Tours in Egypt.
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Cairo Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCairo $32Cesis $157
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $32, while the average daily cost in Cesis is $157. 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 Cesis in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $11Cesis $54
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $22Cesis $108
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Cesis
Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Cesis? 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 Cesis Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cairo $3.64Cesis $34
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$0.30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cairo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cairo:
- 01 way Private Transfer from Cairo Airport to Your Hotel in Cairo: $13
- 1 Day Aswan Abu Simple Tour with Transfer Included: $300
- 1 Hour ATV Quad Bike Ride At Giza Pyramids With Private Transfer: $30
- 1 Way Pick up transfer from Cairo to Hurghada by private Car: $80
- 1 Way Private transfer from Cairo Airport to Le Meridien Heliopolis: $18
- 2 Day Cairo Tour upon arrival day with airport transfer: $138
- 2 Days Private Guided Tours of Cairo and Giza with Free Cairo Airport Transfers: $200
- 2 Days Tours package Include airport transfers (Cairo & Alexandria): $208
- 2 Days and 2 Evenings Private Tour in Cairo include airport transfer and M&A: $280
- 2 Private day tours in Giza pyramids and Cairo city with 2 airport Transfers: $155
- 2 Private days in Giza and Cairo including Free Transfer from Airport: $126
- 2-Day Camping Tour in The Bahariya Oasis with Private Transfer: $250
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Cesis?
Prices for flights to both Cesis 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 $17Cesis $81
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.
- Giza Pyramids,Sphinx,Camel Ride,ATV Bike,Shopping, Dinner cruise: $6.75
- 2 Hour Cairo Dinner Cruise on Nile river with live band: $7.00
- Quad Bike ATV ,Camel Ride ,Nile Dinner Cruise Belly dancer show: $7.00
- Cairo dinner Nile cruise with belly dancer show on Nile river: $7.00
- Night Dinner Nile cruise with belly dancer and folklore show: $7.00
- Private Nile Cruise with Dinner and Folk Show from Cairo: $7.50
- night-tour Nile dinner cruise with open buffet and belly dancer: $8.00
- Giza Pyramids,Sphinx,Camel Ride,ATV Bike,Shopping,Dinner cruiseII: $8.00
- Cairo Nile Dinner Cruise Belly Dancer Tanora Show Dinner Buffet: $8.00
- Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Quad Bike, Camel Ride, Nile Dinner Cruise: $8.00
- Cairo Dinner Cruise show with belly dancer show on Nile river: $8.00
- food tour private tour from cairo or giza hotel: $8.00
Typical Food Prices in Cesis
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cesis:
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Lunch in town for two$7.61
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $8.71Cesis $19
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$0.81
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Egyptian Museum Entry for Two$6.20
Tours and Activities in Cairo
Here are a few actual costs in Cairo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Top Luxury PrivateTour Giza Pyramids,Grand Egyptian MuseumFelucca: $2.00
- Best All-In-One Tour: Giza Pyramids,Sphinx &Grand Egyptian Museum: $2.50
- Giza Pyramids (FREE Camel, inside Pyramid & free Nile Cruise): $3.00
- Best-Selling Giza Pyramids Tour: Camel Ride, Lunch &Private Guide: $4.00
- Budget-Friendly Giza Pyramids & Sphinx Tour: $4.00
- VIP All-Inclusive Grand Egyptian Museum,Pyramids & Quad Bike Tour: $4.00
- Private Tour in Pyramids of Giza with Lunch and Camel Ride: $4.50
- Luxury Private Pyramids Tour with Lunch and Camel Ride: $5.00
- private tour Shopping tours : papyrus perfume gold ,silver cartouche: $5.00
- VIP Private Tour Giza Pyramid camel ride and inside 3rd Pyramid: $5.00
- Khan Al-Khalili Bazaar & Old Cairo Free Tour: $5.00
- Ancient Egypt Journey: Giza, Saqqara & Dahshur Private Experience: $5.00
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.42Cesis $20
Sample the Local Flavors in Cairo
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cairo:
- Pub Crawl and Speakeasy Bar Tour with 2 Free Drinks: $70
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Cesis, we can see that Cesis 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 Cesis 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 Cesis would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cesis 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 Cesis Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cairo or Cesis?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 430 times larger than the population of Cesis. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Cesis, 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 Cesis?
Cesis 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 Cesis in the Summer?
Both Cesis and Cairo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cairo throughout the year. Also, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Cesis this time of year.
In the summer, Cairo is much warmer than Cesis. Typically, the summer temperatures in Cairo in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Cesis averages at about 17°C (63°F).
In July, Cairo usually receives less rain than Cesis. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Cesis receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCairo 28°C (82°F)Cesis 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Cesis in the Autumn?
Both Cesis and Cairo during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Cairo because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, many travelers come to Cesis for the hiking trails, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Cairo is generally much warmer than Cesis. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 23°C (73°F), and Cesis fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).
Cairo usually gets less rain in October than Cesis. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Cesis receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCairo 23°C (73°F)Cesis 7°C (45°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Cesis in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Cesis. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Furthermore, many visitors come to Cesis in the winter for the cuisine.
Cesis can get quite cold in the winter. Cairo is much warmer than Cesis in the winter. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Cesis fluctuates around -5°C (23°F).
In January, Cairo usually receives less rain than Cesis. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Cesis receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCairo 14°C (57°F)Cesis -5°C (23°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Cesis in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Cesis. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, most visitors come to Cesis for the small town charm and the natural beauty during these months.
In the spring, Cairo is much warmer than Cesis. Typically, the spring temperatures in Cairo in April average around 21°C (70°F), and Cesis averages at about 5°C (42°F).
Cairo usually gets less rain in April than Cesis. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Cesis receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCairo 21°C (70°F)Cesis 5°C (42°F)
Typical Weather for Cesis and Cairo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | -5°C (23°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | -4°C (24°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | -0°C (31°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
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