Which place is cheaper, Fez or Dahab?
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 Dahab or Fez?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Dahab and Fez 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: Dahab or Fez?
Dahab
Dahab is a small town on the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt. It is located about 85 kilometers north of Sharm el-Sheikh and sits on the Gulf of Aqaba. It's a popular destination with divers and backpackers alike, and offers some of the best snorkeling and diving that you'll find in the Red Sea. It's a great alternative to the resort driven Sharm el-Sheikh, and is popular with independent travelers who are looking for affordable accommodation. There are some upmarket options however, predominantly in the Laguna area, but budget facilities are not hard to find.
Fez
Fez is the historical capital of Morocco and has one of the country's most impressive and elaborate medinas. It's authentic and traditional atmosphere attracts travelers from all over the world. It's fun to wander the city's elaborate alleyways, sample the food, and soak up the sights and smells. In Fez's medina you'll find donkeys, carts, spices, and pottery. You'll find traditional foods, locals bartering for goods, and religious buildings that date back hundreds of years. The medina is also the world's largest car free urban zone.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDahab $23Fez $93
The average daily cost (per person) in Dahab is $23, while the average daily cost in Fez is $93. 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 Dahab and Fez in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDahab $8.47Fez $35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDahab $17Fez $70
Compare Hotels in Dahab and Fez
Looking for a hotel in Dahab or Fez? 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: Dahab Hotel Prices and Fez Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dahab $2.82Fez $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dahab
Also for Dahab, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Sharm el-Sheikh: 1-Way or Round-Trip Transfer to Dahab: $42
- Private Transfer from Dahab to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): $35
- Private Transfer from Dahab to Sharm El Sheikh (SSH) Airport: $118
- Private Transfer From Dahab To Taba border group from 1 to 4: $100
- Private Transfer From Dahab To Sharm el Sheikh airport: $65
- Private Pickup Transfers from Dahab to Taba: $120
- Private Pickup Transfers From Dahab To Cairo: $195
- Dahab to Sharm El-Sheikh: Private Door-to-Door Transfer: $90
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fez
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Fez:
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Taxi Ride$2.18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fez
Also for Fez, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- private transfer from fes to marrakech: $223
- private transfer fes to casablanca: $125
- private transfer fes casablanca: $113
- private one-way transfer from Fes to Marrrakech: $236
- private one-way Transfer from Fes to Casabanca: $134
- Transfer from Fez to Chefchaouen with small group (one way): $38
- Transfer from Fez to Chefchaouen with small group (one way): $38
- Transfer from Fez to Casablanca (private): $219
- Transfer from Fes to Tangier: $189
- Transfer from Fes to Rabat: $151
- Transfer from Fes to Casablanca: $176
- Transfer from Airport Fez to an Hotel in Fez (Including SIM Card): $12
Is it cheaper to fly into Dahab or Fez?
Prices for flights to both Fez and Dahab 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 dayDahab $12Fez $45
Typical Food Prices in Dahab
For Dahab, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Seafood Dinner (for 2)$1.82
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Juice$0.10
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Breakfast for Two$0.57
Typical Food Prices in Fez
For Fez, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Yogurt$0.65
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Dinner for 2$13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fez
For Fez, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Fez Rooftop Sunset Tea & Dinner at Palais Traditionnel: $12
- Lunch/Dinner with Moroccan family: $29
- Cooking Class Experience in Fes: $37
- Moroccan Cooking Class and Lunch in a Traditional Riad: $39
- Fez Cooking Class at a Traditional Riad with Market Visit: $40
- Baking Workshops at Fez Cooking School at Palais Amani: $45
- Unforgettable Cooking Class in Fez: $45
- Family Dinner in Fes with Tea and Fun Stories: $45
- fez Cooking Class Moroccan cuisine with Market Visit: $47
- cooking classe in fes with ouliya: $47
- Fez Souk tour & traditional Home Cooking: $53
- Best cooking class in Fès with real Familly: $53
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dahab $5.96Fez $9.85
Tours and Activities in Dahab
For Dahab, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Adventure Quad Biking Tour in Dahab: $40
- Adventure Safari By Horse In Dahab At Laguna Beach: $65
- Blue Hole Snorkeling Tour with lunch from Dahab: $43
- Camel Ride + Blue Hole Snorkeling + Quad Bike Tour With Lunch From Dahab: $50
- Dahab Windsurfing Adventure Tour: $55
- Royal Seascope Submarine Guided Boat Tour: $41
- Royal seascope Semi-Submarine Cruise: $33
- luxury Snorkeling cruise with buffet lunch: $41
- Full-Day Hike Tour at St. Catherine's Monastery: $30
- Jerusalem Bethlehem and Dead Sea 1-Day Tour from Dahab: $270
- Jerusalem Bethlehem and Dead Sea 1-Day Tour from Dahab: $260
- Mount Sinai & St. Catherine Sunset and Sunrise combined tour from Dahab: $170
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fez
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Fez's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Granary Fee$2.18
Tours and Activities in Fez
For Fez, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Day Luxury Desert Tour from Fes to Fes or Marrakech: $130
- 2 Days / 1 Nights, Fes To Fes Desert Tour: $277
- 2 Days 1 Night Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech (Luxury Camp ): $153
- 2 Days Desert Tour From Fes back to Fes: $200
- 2 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Fes/Marrakech via Erg Chebbi: $100
- 2 Days Luxury Tour to Merzouga Desert from Fez with Small Group: $271
- 2 Days Tour From Fes To Marrakech Via Merzouga Desert: $153
- 2-Day Desert Tour from Fes to Fes or Marrakech with Camel Trek: $95
- 2-Day Guided Tour from Fes to the Desert: $177
- 2-Day Immersive Rif Pottery Experience with a local potter: $165
- 2-Day Merzouga Desert Tour from Fez: $200
- 2-Day Sahara Desert Adventure: Fes to Merzouga Tour: $99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDahab $3.54Fez $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Fez
Also in Fez, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Full Day Boutique Winery and Wine Tasting Tour from Fez to Meknes: $176
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dahab and Fez, we can see that Fez is more expensive. And not only is Dahab much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Dahab would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Dahab 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 Fez would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fez than you might in Dahab.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dahab Expensive? and Is Fez Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dahab or Fez?
Fez has a larger population, and is about 120 times larger than the population of Dahab. When comparing the sizes of Dahab and Fez, 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.