Which place is cheaper, Cinque Terre or Cairo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cairo or Cinque Terre?
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 Cinque Terre 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 Cinque Terre?
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.
Cinque Terre
Located on the rugged Italian Riviera coastline, Cinque Terra consists of five seaside villages exuding a charm that dates back to medieval times. Fishing boats bob in the harbors, bringing fresh seafood to the tables of the region, while age old vineyards make for fragrant signature wines. Cinque Terre is considered to be a National Park, with its five villages earning a spot on the UNESCO World Heritage List for their beauty and timelessness.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCairo $17Cinque Terre $149
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $17, while the average daily cost in Cinque Terre is $149. 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 Cinque Terre in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $9.36Cinque Terre $77
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $19Cinque Terre $154
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Cinque Terre
Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Cinque Terre? 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 Cinque Terre Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cairo $2.99Cinque Terre $17
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:
- transfer from Cairo airport to the hotel in Cairo or Giza: $20
- private transfer from or to cairo international Airport: $15
- private tour to Abusimble transfer to Luxor and visiting Edfu : $175
- VIP Meet and Assist at Cairo Airport with Private Hotel Transfer: $35
- Two-Day Private City Tour of Cairo, Giza Pyramids and Saqqara+Airport Transfer: $220
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Cairo HTL-APT (CAI): $33
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Cairo APT-HTL (CAI): $33
- Transfer your private departure from your hotel to Cairo Airport: $20
- Transfer from Hurghada to Luxor (sharing ): $109
- Transfer from Hurghada to Cairo by van : $235
- Transfer from Cairo to Ain El Sokhna : $70
- Transfer from Cairo or Giza Hotels to Cairo Airport: $11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cinque Terre
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Cinque Terre:
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Ferry Day Pass$16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cinque Terre
Also for Cinque Terre, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Cinque Terre to La Spezia by car or van: $142
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Cinque Terre?
Prices for flights to both Cinque Terre 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 $4.75Cinque Terre $44
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
Typical Food Prices in Cinque Terre
For Cinque Terre, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Whole Pizza$10
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Panini$4.02
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)$56
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Fresh Focaccia$2.27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cinque Terre
For Cinque Terre, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Riomaggiore: $195
- Cinque Terre Food Tour (half day): $273
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $5.75Cinque Terre $14
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cinque Terre
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Cinque Terre's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Double Kayak Rental (One Hour)$11
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Bagni Eden Beach Club Umbrella$17
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Cinque Terre Card (One Day)$5.36
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Cinque Terre Card (Three Days)$13
Tours and Activities in Cinque Terre
For Cinque Terre, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Cinque Terre Pesto experience in Riomaggiore: $49
- Marine Biology & Snorkelling Experience in the Cinque Terre : $59
- Kayak experience with Carnassa Tour in Cinque Terre + Snorkeling: $73
- From La Spezia: Cinque Terre Tour by Train with Limoncino: $89
- La Spezia: Cinque Terre Guided Hiking Tour: $95
- Cinque Terre Kayak Adventure from Riomaggiore: $98
- Kayak tour from Monterosso to Vernazza: $98
- Half Day Guided Tour of the Cinque Terre from the Sea: $104
- 2-Hour Boat Tour at sunset in the Cinque Terre with Pesto tasting and focaccia: $104
- Cinque Terre Hybrid Boat Tour: $109
- The heart of the 5 Terre: Monterosso and national park ebike tour: $120
- Cinque Terre Sunset Cruise with Aperitif: $131
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.17Cinque Terre $7.19
Typical Alcohol Prices in Cinque Terre
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Cinque Terre:
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Glass of Local Wine$3.11
Sample the Local Flavors in Cinque Terre
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cinque Terre:
- BarCa Winery Cinqueterre Tour with Wine Tasting & Pesto Class: $60
- Cinque terre wine tour and tasting with the somelier: $74
- Eco Hiking and Wine Tasting in Cinque Terre : $97
- Cinque Terre Walking Tour with Food and Wine Tastings: $169
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Cinque Terre, we can see that Cinque Terre 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 Cinque Terre 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 Cinque Terre would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cinque Terre 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 Cinque Terre Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cairo or Cinque Terre?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 4920 times larger than the population of Cinque Terre. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Cinque Terre, 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 Cinque Terre?
Cinque Terre 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 Cinque Terre in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Cinque Terre. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Cinque Terre because of the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Cairo is generally a little warmer than Cinque Terre. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 28°C (82°F), and Cinque Terre fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cinque Terre. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the summer, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Cinque Terre. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cinque Terre receives 316 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in July than Cinque Terre. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Cinque Terre receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCairo 28°C (82°F)Cinque Terre 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Cinque Terre in the Autumn?
Both Cinque Terre and Cairo are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cairo throughout the year. Also, the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Cinque Terre this time of year.
Cairo is a little warmer than Cinque Terre in the autumn. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 23°C (73°F) in October, and Cinque Terre fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Cinque Terre during autumn. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies, while Cinque Terre receives 177 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Cinque Terre. In October, Cairo usually receives less rain than Cinque Terre. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Cinque Terre receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCairo 23°C (73°F)Cinque Terre 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Cinque Terre in the Winter?
Both Cinque Terre and Cairo during the winter 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 Cinque Terre for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
In the winter, Cairo is much warmer than Cinque Terre. Typically, the winter temperatures in Cairo in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Cinque Terre averages at about 8°C (46°F).
It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the winter, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Cinque Terre. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cinque Terre receives 105 hours of full sun.
Cinque Terre gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Cairo usually gets less rain in January than Cinque Terre. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Cinque Terre receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCairo 14°C (57°F)Cinque Terre 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Cinque Terre in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Cinque Terre. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Furthermore, many visitors come to Cinque Terre in the spring for the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty.
In April, Cairo is generally a little warmer than Cinque Terre. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 21°C (70°F), and Cinque Terre fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Cinque Terre during spring. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Cinque Terre receives 192 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Cairo usually receives less rain than Cinque Terre. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Cinque Terre receives 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCairo 21°C (70°F)Cinque Terre 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Cinque Terre and Cairo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
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.