Which place is cheaper, Chefchaouen or Darjiling?
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 Darjiling or Chefchaouen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Darjiling or Chefchaouen? 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: Darjiling or Chefchaouen?
Darjiling
What began as a cluster of villages grew to prominence in the 19th Century when the British first established a hill station here and eventually realized that the climate was well-suited for tea plantations. Darjeeling (or Darjiling) has since become known for its teas in addition to cultural diversity, stunning views, and trekking opportunities.
Chefchaouen
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to India, The Best Sightseeing Tours in India, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.
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Darjiling Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDarjiling $39Chefchaouen $76
The average daily cost (per person) in Darjiling is $39, while the average daily cost in Chefchaouen is $76. 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 Darjiling and Chefchaouen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDarjiling $11Chefchaouen $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDarjiling $22Chefchaouen $52
Compare Hotels in Darjiling and Chefchaouen
Looking for a hotel in Darjiling or Chefchaouen? 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: Darjiling Hotel Prices and Chefchaouen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Darjiling $6.54Chefchaouen $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Darjiling
Also for Darjiling, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Rafting Journey at the Down on Teesta River's White Water with Private Transfer: $182
- Private Transfer Darjeeling Hotels To Bagdogra Airport IXB Drop: $65
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Chefchaouen:
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Taxi Ride$1.08
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chefchaouen
Also for Chefchaouen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Luxury Transfer from Chefchaouen to Tangier: $282
- Private Transfer from Chefchaouen to Tanger-Ibn Batouta (TNG) Airport: $235
- Private Guided Tour with Minivan Transfer Chefchaouen to Tangier: $225
- Transfer to/from Tangier and Chefchaouen: $210
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Casablanca: $207
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Airport Casablanca: $198
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Rabat: $189
- Vip Private Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes Vice Versa: $189
- Chefchaouen to the city of Casablanca Private Transfer: $188
- Private Transfer From Chefchaouen to Rabat: $160
- Transfer from Chefchaouen to Any City in Morocco: $142
- Chefchaouen to Fes Private Transfer: $136
Is it cheaper to fly into Darjiling or Chefchaouen?
Prices for flights to both Chefchaouen and Darjiling 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 dayDarjiling $21Chefchaouen $33
Typical Food Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Chefchaouen:
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Lunch for Two$9.73
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Dinner for Two$11
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Cupcake$0.32
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Nutella and Yogurt$2.16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chefchaouen
For Chefchaouen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Moroccan Dishes with a Local Family Cooking Classes: $24
- Moroccan Family Dinner & Local Cultural Experience in Chefchaouen: $35
- Authentic Chefchaouen Cooking Class and Market Tour and Flavors: $45
- Cooking Class - Chefchaouen -: $47
- Cooking class of the medditeranean diet: $50
- Moroccan Cooking Class with a Local Family & Market Visit: $52
- Cooking Class with Market Tour & Meal: $57
- Cooking with a Local Family in Chefchaouen with Mountain View: $59
- Cooking Class with Market Tour and Meal in Chefchaouen: $59
- Moroccan Cooking Class with a Local Family & Market Visit: $63
- Private Cooking Class With Family in Chefchaouen: $65
- Chefchaouen Family Dinner Experience: $68
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Darjiling $11Chefchaouen $18
Tours and Activities in Darjiling
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Darjiling.
- A Full Day Tour Of Darjeeling: $208
- Best of Darjeeling (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $73
- Best of Gangtok (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $74
- Colonial Heritage Walking Tour in Darjeeling: $27
- Darjeeling & Gangtok tour: $253
- Darjeeling City Tour with Uber: $58
- Darjeeling Exquisite Estate Tour: $156
- Darjeeling Full-Day Sightseeing Tour with Guide & Transports: $163
- Day Trip to Buddha Park (Guided Private Sightseeing Tour from Gangtok): $130
- Day Trip to Darjeeling (Guided Private Sightseeing Experience from Gangtok): $130
- Day Trip to Gangtok (Guided Private Sightseeing Experience from Darjeeling): $130
- Day Trip to Kalimpong (Guided Private Sightseeing Experience from Darjeeling): $130
Tours and Activities in Chefchaouen
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chefchaouen.
- 10-Day Morocco Adventure: Casablanca to the Sahara: $5,013
- 2 Hours Private Chefchaouen Walking Tour: $35
- 3-Day Trekking from Chefchaouen – Rif Mountains Adventure: $236
- 3-Hour Private Legacy Tour in Chefchaouen: $22
- A Walking tour in Chefchaouen with Mohamed: $12
- Akchour waterfalls tours: $95
- Art and Craft Experience in Chefchaouen-Full day: $129
- Bake Moroccan Bread with a Local Family and Clay Oven Experience: $35
- Blue Cite Walking Tour-Hidden Alleys & Local Secrets with Guide: $67
- Blue Echoes of Chefchaouen |Sunset City Tour & snack tasting: $91
- Blue Pearl Discovery: Guided Walking Tour of Chefchaouen: $30
- Casablanca: 10-Day Morocco Highlights & Desert Adventure: $1,743
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDarjiling $7.66Chefchaouen $15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Darjiling and Chefchaouen, we can see that Chefchaouen is more expensive. And not only is Darjiling much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Darjiling is in Asia and Chefchaouen is in Africa, 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 Darjiling would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Darjiling 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 Chefchaouen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Chefchaouen than you might in Darjiling.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Darjiling Expensive? and Is Chefchaouen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Darjiling or Chefchaouen?
Darjiling has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Chefchaouen. When comparing the sizes of Darjiling and Chefchaouen, 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.