Which place is cheaper, Lucca or Chefchaouen?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Chefchaouen and Lucca 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.
To feel like you've really stepped back in time to the glory days of Morocco, you're going to want to spend time in Chefchaouen. This town's beautiful medina is filled with white washed buildings with blue highlights. The wandering alleyways provide a fairy tale setting where you can relax for a few days. This mountainous region is a humble example of the classic picture of this area. Set against the backdrop of the Rif Mountains, the white and powder blue accented buildings and call to calls to prayer throughout the day let every visitor know they've arrived in a relaxing spot of peace and serenity.
Lucca is of interest to travelers for its impressive architecture, interesting history and unique defensive walls that were designed by Leonardo Da Vinci. Impressively, these walls were never breached. Today there is a ring park on top of the walls that is an enjoyable place to walk. The city dates back to the Etruscan and Ancient Roman times and much of the architecture remains today. The city was an independent city state until the 18th century and was the birth place of Giacomo Puccini, a world famous Italian opera composer.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Italy, and The Best Historical Tours in Italy.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Chefchaouen is $57, while the average daily cost in Lucca is $114. 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 Chefchaouen and Lucca in more detail.
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Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Chefchaouen:
Also for Chefchaouen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lucca:
Prices for flights to both Lucca and Chefchaouen 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.
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Chefchaouen:
For Chefchaouen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Lucca.
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chefchaouen.
Here are a few actual costs in Lucca for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Lucca:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Chefchaouen and Lucca, we can see that Lucca is more expensive. And not only is Chefchaouen much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Chefchaouen is in Africa and Lucca 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 Chefchaouen would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chefchaouen 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 Lucca would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lucca than you might in Chefchaouen.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Chefchaouen Expensive? and Is Lucca Expensive?.
Lucca has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Chefchaouen. When comparing the sizes of Chefchaouen and Lucca, 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.