Which place is cheaper, Fez or Dharamsala?
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 Dharamsala or Fez?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Dharamsala or Fez? 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: Dharamsala or Fez?
Dharamsala
With a name that literally means "a spiritual dwelling," Dharamsala roughly translates as a shelter or rest house for pilgrims and travelers. Home to the Dalai Lama and the Tibetan Government in Exile, Dharamsala is today a popular destination for foreigners on vacation, backpackers seeking the surrounding mountains, as well as students of Buddhism.
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 Religious Tours in India, The Best Yoga Tours and Retreats in India, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.
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Dharamsala Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDharamsala $36Fez $87
The average daily cost (per person) in Dharamsala is $36, while the average daily cost in Fez is $87. 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 Dharamsala and Fez in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDharamsala $20Fez $33
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDharamsala $40Fez $66
Compare Hotels in Dharamsala and Fez
Looking for a hotel in Dharamsala 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: Dharamsala Hotel Prices and Fez Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dharamsala $4.51Fez $16
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$2.04
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fez
Also for Fez, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Fes Private Transfer Train Station to Hotel or Vice Versa: $10
- Private Airport Transfer Arrival & Departure: $11
- Transfer from Airport Fez to an Hotel in Fez: $11
- Transfer from Airport Fez to an Hotel in Fez: $11
- Private Arrival Transfer from Fes Saiss Airport to your Hotel or Riad: $12
- Fez Airport Private Transfer Arrival - OR - Departure: $12
- Fez Airport Private Transfer: $13
- Fez Sais Airport Private Arrival and Departure Transfer: $13
- Private transfer from/to the Airport of Fez (Including SIM Card): $13
- Private transfer from/to the Airport of Fez (Including SIM Card): $13
- Fez - Sais Airport Transfers: $13
- Private VIP Transfer from Airport to Fes City or Vice Versa: $15
Is it cheaper to fly into Dharamsala or Fez?
Prices for flights to both Fez and Dharamsala 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 dayDharamsala $13Fez $42
Typical Food Prices in Fez
For Fez, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Yogurt$0.61
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Dinner for 2$12
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: $11
- Private Cooking Class with a Local Family & Market Visit: $34
- Cooking Class Experience in Fes: $35
- Moroccan Cooking Class and Lunch in a Traditional Riad: $40
- Flavors of Fez ( Cooking Class with Local Expert ): $40
- Moroccan Cooking Class with Lunch in a Traditional Riad in Fez: $40
- Baking Workshops at Fez Cooking School at Palais Amani: $43
- Family Dinner in Fes with Tea and Fun Stories: $45
- Unforgettable Cooking Class in Fez: $45
- Cooking Class with Bread Workshop and Pastry in Fes: $46
- Fez Souk tour & traditional Home Cooking: $51
- Moroccan Cooking Class and Fez Market Visit and Meal: $55
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dharamsala $4.89Fez $9.22
Tours and Activities in Dharamsala
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Dharamsala are as follows:
- Dharamshala Street Food Crawl ( Guided Food Tasting Tour): $27
- Dharamshala: 2-Day Guided Tour with Waterfall Hike: $208
- Dharamshala: Full-Day Sightseeing Tour with Lunch: $89
- Discover Dharamshala in a Day: Guided Tour with Hotel Pickup: $73
- Guided Cycling tour in Dharamshala: $26
- Guided Kora Circuit & Walking Tour Around McLeod Ganj: $36
- Hiking Day Tour to Triund from Dharamshala: $36
- Historical Tour, Kangra fort &Rock cut temple from Dharmasla: $99
- Private 2-Days McLeodGanj & Dharamshala Guided Tour: $90
- Private 6 hrs Mcleodganj & Dharamshala City Tour: $58
- The Spiritual Trails of Dharamshala(Guided Walking Tour): $14
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$2.04
Tours and Activities in Fez
For Fez, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3 Days Desert Tour From Fez to Marrakech , share & priavte: $3.42
- Fez Medina Traditional Craft Shopping Tour with Expert Guide: $5.71
- Zellige and Pottery Tour at our Studio in Fes: $5.71
- Fes Pottery Guided Tour: $5.71
- Pottery, Zellige Tour at our Cooperative: $6.85
- Pottery and Ceramics Guided Tour: $6.85
- Mosaic and Pottery Tour in Fes: $6.85
- Pottery & Zellige mosaic Tour: $7.29
- Fez Walls and Hidden Medina Tour: $9.13
- Tour guide in the old city of Fez: $9.13
- Geometric mosaic & pottery tour in fes: $9.13
- Shared Fez Medina Walking Tour : Hidden Gems, Souks & Tanneries: $10
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDharamsala $4.89Fez $12
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: $179
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dharamsala and Fez, we can see that Fez is more expensive. And not only is Dharamsala much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dharamsala is in Asia and Fez 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 Dharamsala would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Dharamsala 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 Dharamsala.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dharamsala Expensive? and Is Fez Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dharamsala or Fez?
Fez has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Dharamsala. When comparing the sizes of Dharamsala 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.