Which place is cheaper, Luang Prabang or Cappadocia?
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 Cappadocia or Luang Prabang?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Cappadocia or Luang Prabang? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Cappadocia or Luang Prabang?
Cappadocia
Cappadocia is in Central Anatolia, between the mountains Erciyes, Melendiz and Hasan. It is famous for its underground cities, fairy chimneys, and caves. The landscape of the area is some of the most unique you'll ever see. The fairy chimneys are bizarrely shaped rock outcroppings that have evolved from the unique geography in the area. There are hiking trails through the series of valleys that make up the area. It's a great place to explore for outdoor enthusiasts and adventure seekers.
Luang Prabang
Southeast Asia is a region full of mystical wonders and cultural charm, but nowhere is as charming as the city of Luang Prabang. As the former capital of Laos, Luang Prabang was reopened to tourism in 1989. With that move the city experienced an upswing in revenue and was able to restore and rebuild the beautiful colonial mansions to serve as guesthouses and hotels for the new swarm of tourists.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Istanbul, The Best 2-Week Tours from Istanbul, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Laos, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Laos.
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Cappadocia Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCappadocia $124Luang Prabang $17
The average daily cost (per person) in Cappadocia is $124, while the average daily cost in Luang Prabang is $17. 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 Cappadocia and Luang Prabang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCappadocia $35Luang Prabang $5.42
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCappadocia $70Luang Prabang $11
Compare Hotels in Cappadocia and Luang Prabang
Looking for a hotel in Cappadocia or Luang Prabang? 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: Cappadocia Hotel Prices and Luang Prabang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cappadocia $33Luang Prabang $2.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cappadocia
Also for Cappadocia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Istanbul 2-Day Cappadocia Trip with Flight and Transfers: $297
- Cappadocia Private Guided Tour with Transfer: $280
- Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Tour with Private Transfer: $272
- Private Transfer from Cappadocia to Antalya with Konya tour: $225
- Cappadocia Flying Dress Photo Shoot with Transfer: $212
- Private Cappadocia Tour with Transfer and Guide: $189
- Kayseri Airport ASR Transfers to Hacibektas Hotels: $177
- Kayseri Airport ASR Transfers to Nigde City Centre Hotels: $172
- Private Airport Transfer from Cappadocia Hotels to NAV & ASR: $171
- Cappadocia Private Transfer round trip NAV&ASR Airports to Hotels: $164
- Unrise Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon First Flight-Hotel Transfer: $163
- Cappadocia Luxury Private Transfer Between Airport and Hotels.: $139
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Luang Prabang
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Luang Prabang are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$2.23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Luang Prabang
Also for Luang Prabang, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From 3-Day Oudomxay Town Trip with Transfers: $580
- Luang Prang 1 Day with Laos Railway Private Transfer: $180
- Luang Prabang 2 Days Private Tour with Airport Transfers: $165
- 2-Day Private Tour with Airport Transfers: $165
- Luang Prabang 2 Day Slow Boat Transfer to Houay Xay: $69
- 2D Transfer to Huay Xai by Slow Boat: $60
- LPQ Airport: Private Transfer to/from Luang Prabang City: $20
- Luang Prabang Private Airport transfers: $9.00
- Luang Prabang Private Transfers: Hotel -Railway Station - Airport: $8.40
- Shared departure transfer from Hotel to International airport: $6.67
Is it cheaper to fly into Cappadocia or Luang Prabang?
Prices for flights to both Luang Prabang and Cappadocia 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 dayCappadocia $56Luang Prabang $8.95
Typical Food Prices in Cappadocia
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Cappadocia:
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Cookies$0.02
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cappadocia
For Cappadocia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cappadocia Traditional Turkish Night Show and Dinner: $46
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show with Dinner and Drinks: $51
- Traditional Turkish Cuisine Dinner and Turkish Night Show: $55
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show with Dinner and Unlimited Drinks: $57
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show with Dinner: $58
- Turkish Night Show In Cappadocia (with Dinner): $62
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show, Dinner & Unlimited Drinks & Pickup: $62
- Turkish Night at Cave Restaurant with Dinner and Unlimited Drinks: $63
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show with Dinner in a Cave: $64
- Turkish Nights in Cappadocia Dinner & Cultural Show in a Cave: $65
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show with Dinner and Unlimited Drinks: $72
- Turkish Night Show With Dinner in a Cave Restaurant: $74
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Luang Prabang
For Luang Prabang, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bamboo Weaving Workshop & Cooking Class: $44
- Day-time Bamboo weaving & Cooking Classes join-in: $44
- Luangprabang: Dinner with Lao Traditional Dance Performance: $45
- Mekong Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $45
- Prabang Plates Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $45
- Cooking Class at the Former Royal Palace: $45
- Mekong Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $46
- Laos: Prabang Plates Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $46
- Mekong Sunset Cruise & Lao Tasting Dinner: $49
- Evening Cooking Class & Local Baci Ceremony: $51
- Luang Prabang Essentials Food Tour: $54
- Luang Prabang Mekong Sunset Cruise and Hot Pot Dinner: $55
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cappadocia $63Luang Prabang $2.58
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cappadocia
For Cappadocia, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Underground City Entrance for Two$0.61
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Hot Air Balloon Ride for Two$12
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Horseback Riding for Two$2.34
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Cappadocia Driving Tour$2.49
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Goreme Museum Entrance Fee$0.31
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Whirling Dervishes Show$2.04
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Turkish Bath$1.42
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Hot air ballooning$8.24
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Goreme open air museum$0.41
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Bellydancing Show$2.65
Tours and Activities in Cappadocia
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Cappadocia.
- 1 Day Cappadocia Tour: $97
- 2 Days Cappadocia Tour from Nevsehir or Kayseri Airports: $228
- 2 Days Small Group Cappadocia North and South Tour: $137
- 2 Days in Private Tour & Spiritual Dervish Ceremony: $210
- 2 Hours ATV Tour in Cappadocia: $40
- 2 Hours Cappadocia Camel Ride Experience: $100
- 2 Hours Horseback Riding Tour Through the Valleys of Cappadocia: $52
- 2 Hours Sunset ATV Adventure in Cappadocia: $32
- 2-Day Cappadocia Highlights Tour (Red & Green Tours Included): $183
- 2-Day Tour in Cappadocia with Pick Up: $140
- 2-Hour Cappadocia Quad Bike Tour: $52
- 2-Hours Cappadocia Jeep Safari Tour from Goreme with Pick Up: $115
Tours and Activities in Luang Prabang
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Luang Prabang.
- 1 Day Mekong Pak Ou Caves Kuang Si Waterfalls Local Villages Tour: $80
- 6Days 5Nigths Luang Prabang city tour & Mekong River Cruise: $800
- Best of Luang Prabang Shared Group City Tour: $214
- Classic Tour in Luang Prabang: $90
- Classic tour in Luang Prabang (Private): $243
- Cultural Treasures of Luang Prabang Group Exploration Tour: $214
- Experience Lao Authentic Cuisine at the Former Royal Palace: $55
- Experience Mekong Sunset Cruise in Luang Prabang: $90
- From Field to Table Half Day Rice Experience in Luang Prabang: $194
- From 8-Day Laos Tour with Accommodation: $1,241
- From Guided Mountain Bike Tour with Lunch: $42
- From Luang Namtha Hill Tribe Tour: $540
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCappadocia $12Luang Prabang $1.72
Sample the Local Flavors in Cappadocia
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cappadocia:
- Signature Local Wine Tasting in Cappadocia: $12
- Local Wine Tasting Experience: $69
- Wine Tasting in Cappadocia Turkey - Introduction of local wines: $72
- Cappadocia Tour with Wine Tasting and Clay Shaping: $90
- Cappadocia Vineyard Experience and Wine Tasting: $93
- Cappadocia Private Wine Tasting Tour: $159
- Cappadocia Private Tour-Mixed Tour+Home-made Wine Tasting: $219
- Ancient Cappadocia's Wine Tasting - Private Tour: $275
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cappadocia and Luang Prabang, we can see that Cappadocia is more expensive. And not only is Luang Prabang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Cappadocia is in Europe and Luang Prabang is in Asia, 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 Luang Prabang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Luang Prabang 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 Cappadocia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cappadocia than you might in Luang Prabang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cappadocia Expensive? and Is Luang Prabang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cappadocia or Luang Prabang?
Luang Prabang has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Cappadocia. When comparing the sizes of Cappadocia and Luang Prabang, 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.