Which place is cheaper, Lucerne 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 Lucerne?
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 Lucerne 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 Lucerne?
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.
Lucerne
Lucerne is a relatively small city in the center of Switzerland. It is located across the lake from Altdorf and it has a thriving tourism industry. It's close proximity to many of the major sights in the country make it a great base for exploration. Many people use it as a jumping off point for exploring Mount Rigi and the Rutli Meadow.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Switzerland, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Switzerland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCairo $30Lucerne $303
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $30, while the average daily cost in Lucerne is $303. 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 Lucerne in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $10Lucerne $160
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $20Lucerne $320
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Lucerne
Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Lucerne? 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 Lucerne Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cairo $3.46Lucerne $15
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$0.29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cairo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cairo:
- From Guided 4 Day Cairo & Red Sea Tour with Transfer: $1,440
- Private Day Trip to Luxor with Transfers and Flights: $791
- Cairo To Marsa Alam Private Transfer: $511
- From One-Way Private Transfer To Luxor: $489
- 3 Private Full-Day Tours to Cairo Top Attractions+One Airport Transfer: $300
- 1 Day Aswan Abu Simple Tour with Transfer Included: $300
- 3-Days Private Guided Tour Package Covering all Cairo,Lunch and Airport Transfer: $300
- Private Pickup Transfers From Cairo To Luxor By Bus: $295
- Private One-Way Transfer to/from Hurghada: $292
- Private One-Way Transfer to/from Sharm El-Sheikh: $292
- Private Transfer Cairo to Hurghada: $290
- PrivateTransfer from Cairo Airport(CAI) to Suez Canal Cruise Port: $284
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lucerne
Also for Lucerne, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bad Ragaz Resorts to Zurich Airport ZRH - Departure Transfer: $126
- Lucerne to Interlaken & Jungfrau Private Tour/Transfer: $562
- Lucerne to St. Moritz: Private Day Tour or Transfer: $1,098
- Lucerne to Zermatt: Private Day Trip or Transfer: $1,248
- Private Transfer to Geneva with Montreux Stop: $1,373
- Private Transfer between Lucerne & Engelberg / Mount Titlis: $200
- Private Transfer from Engelberg to Lucerne: $181
- Private Transfer from Lucerne City to Lucerne Train Station: $96
- Private Transfer from Lucerne to Zurich Airport: $325
- Private Transfer: Lucerne to Zurich Airport ZRH by Luxury Van: $206
- Private Transfer: Luzern Train Station to/from Luzern Hotel: $129
- Private direct transfer from Lucerne to Basel, local driver: $254
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Lucerne?
Prices for flights to both Lucerne 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 $16Lucerne $126
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.
- Dinner Nile cruise with belly dancer show on Nile river: $4.00
- Cairo dinner Nile cruise with belly dancer show on Nile river: $6.30
- Quad Bike ATV ,Camel Ride ,Nile Dinner Cruise Belly dancer show: $6.30
- 2 Hour Cairo Dinner Cruise on Nile river with live band: $6.30
- Private Nile Cruise with Dinner and Folk Show from Cairo: $6.82
- night-tour Nile dinner cruise with open buffet and belly dancer: $7.20
- Cairo Dinner Cruise in Nile River With Belly Dancer & Tanora show: $7.20
- Cairo Nile Dinner Cruise Belly Dancer Tanora Show Dinner Buffet: $8.10
- Giza Pyramids Sphinx Camel ATV Bike Shopping Nile Dinner Cruise: $8.10
- Giza pyramids, Sphinx, ATV bike,Camel ride,Dinner cruise&shopping: $8.10
- food tour private tour from cairo or giza hotel: $8.10
- Cairo Dinner Cruise show with belly dancer show on Nile river: $8.10
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $8.27Lucerne $40
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$0.76
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Egyptian Museum Entry for Two$5.89
Tours and Activities in Cairo
Here are a few actual costs in Cairo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- “Cairo Private Tour: Giza Pyramids, Sphinx & GEM Museum”: $160
- "The Great Pyramids & Grand Museum: Luxury Private Day Tour": $60
- ( Stopover Tour Of Cairo ) Private All Inc.Pyramids,Camel Ride,Museum& Lunch: $180
- (Egypt jewel) Day Tour To Giza Pyramids, Museum, Mosque &Felucca: $55
- 01 Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo: $246
- 01 Day Tour to Pyramids Of Giza Memphis And Sakkara: $86
- 1 Day Private Tour to Alexandria from Cairo: $100
- 1 Day tour to Alexandria from Cairo: $30
- 1 Hour ATV Quad Bike Private Tour Around Giza Pyramids: $30
- 1 Hour Adventure In The Nile River By Nile Taxi In Cairo: $60
- 1 Hour Adventure In The Nile River By Nile Taxi In Cairo: $60
- 1 Hour adventure in the Nile River By Nile Taxi In Cairo: $60
Typical Entertainment Prices in Lucerne
For Lucerne, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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1 Day Bicycle Rental$40
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The Swiss Transport Museum Entrance Fee$41
Tours and Activities in Lucerne
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lucerne.
- Lucerne Self Guided Walking Tour with Audio Guide: $5.92
- Revealing Self-Guided Reading City Tour: $6.24
- Smartphone walking tour - cool Lucerne old town: $6.24
- Revealing Self-Guided Reading City Tour: $6.46
- Walking Tour - Around the Old Town Lucerne: $6.46
- Lucerne Audio guided walking tour 1h40 and 28 audio reviews: $6.98
- Lucerne Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $9.04
- The Lives and Legends of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Lucerne Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $12
- Revealing Self-Guided Audio City Tour: $12
- Private Lucerne View and Photo Walking Tour: $13
- Revealing Self-Guided Audio City Tour: $13
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.34Lucerne $26
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Lucerne
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Lucerne:
- Visit a microbrewery with a tasting: $149
- Lake Lucerne Region Wine Tasting: $312
- Private Walking Tour with Wine Tasting: $323
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Lucerne, we can see that Lucerne 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 Lucerne 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 Lucerne would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lucerne 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 Lucerne Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cairo or Lucerne?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 140 times larger than the population of Lucerne. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Lucerne, 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 Lucerne?
Lucerne 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 Lucerne in the Summer?
Both Lucerne 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. Furthermore, many travelers come to Lucerne for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Cairo is generally a little warmer than Lucerne. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 28°C (82°F), and Lucerne fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
In Lucerne, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the summer, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Lucerne. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lucerne receives 241 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in July than Lucerne. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Lucerne receives 89 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCairo 28°C (82°F)Lucerne 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Lucerne in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Lucerne. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Furthermore, many visitors come to Lucerne in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Cairo is much warmer than Lucerne in the autumn. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 23°C (73°F) in October, and Lucerne fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Lucerne during autumn. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies, while Lucerne receives 120 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Cairo usually receives less rain than Lucerne. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Lucerne receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCairo 23°C (73°F)Lucerne 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Lucerne in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Lucerne. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, most visitors come to Lucerne for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Lucerne can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Cairo is much warmer than Lucerne. Typically, the winter temperatures in Cairo in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Lucerne averages at about 3°C (37°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 Lucerne. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lucerne receives 55 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in January than Lucerne. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Lucerne receives 77 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCairo 14°C (57°F)Lucerne 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Lucerne in the Spring?
Both Lucerne 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, the spring months attract visitors to Lucerne because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, Cairo is generally much warmer than Lucerne. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 21°C (70°F), and Lucerne fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Lucerne during spring. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Lucerne receives 150 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Cairo usually receives less rain than Lucerne. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Lucerne receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCairo 21°C (70°F)Lucerne 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Lucerne and Cairo
| Cairo | Lucerne | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 83 mm (3.3 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.