Which place is cheaper, Novi Sad or Diyarbakir?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Diyarbakir or Novi Sad?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Diyarbakir and Novi Sad. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Diyarbakir or Novi Sad?
Diyarbakir
Diyarbakır is the largest city in Southeastern Turkey, located on the banks of Tigris River, which is one of two great rivers of the Middle East. The city is known especially for its old city, housed within ancient fortress walls that have been designated an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Within this fortress is a glimpse into the city's ancient history and traditional customs that remain alive today.
Novi Sad
Novi Sad is the capital city of Vojvodina, the northern Autonomous Province of Serbia. Novi Sad has a population of about 400,000 people and is located on the Danube River near Budapest and Belgrade.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDiyarbakir $117Novi Sad $20
The average daily cost (per person) in Diyarbakir is $117, while the average daily cost in Novi Sad is $20. 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 Diyarbakir and Novi Sad in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDiyarbakir $76Novi Sad $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDiyarbakir $152Novi Sad $22
Compare Hotels in Diyarbakir and Novi Sad
Looking for a hotel in Diyarbakir or Novi Sad? 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: Diyarbakir Hotel Prices and Novi Sad Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Diyarbakir $30Novi Sad -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Novi Sad
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Novi Sad:
- Belgrade to Sarajevo via Novi Sad Private Transfer Tour: $287
- Belgrade airport transfers: $30
- Airport transfer from/to Novi Sad: $107
Is it cheaper to fly into Diyarbakir or Novi Sad?
Prices for flights to both Novi Sad and Diyarbakir 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 dayDiyarbakir $20Novi Sad $8.20
Typical Food Prices in Diyarbakir
For Diyarbakir, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dessert$0.19
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Lunch for Two$0.59
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Diyarbakir $21Novi Sad -
Tours and Activities in Diyarbakir
For Diyarbakir, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- All-inclusive Private Guided Tour of Diyarbakir City: $200
Tours and Activities in Novi Sad
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Novi Sad are as follows:
- From Belgrade: Novi Sad and Fruska Gora National Park Tour: $321
- Fruska Gora and Novi Sad Heritage & Gastro Private Tour: $171
- Novi Sad & Sremski Karlovci shared tour: $64
- Novi Sad Private Walking Tour: $254
- Novi Sad city center and Petrovaradin fortress tour: $80
- 2-Hour Christmas Walking Tour: $770
- City Highlights Walking Tour with Local Guide: $512
- Private Customized Tour with a car: $209
- Private Romantic Tour: $513
- The city center and fortress Private Walking Tour: $29
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDiyarbakir $18Novi Sad -
Sample the Local Flavors in Novi Sad
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Novi Sad:
- From Belgrade: Sremski Karlovci & Novi Sad with Wine Tasting: $80
- From Belgrade or Private Wine Tour in Fruska Gora: $185
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Diyarbakir and Novi Sad, we can see that Diyarbakir is more expensive. And not only is Novi Sad much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Novi Sad would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Novi Sad 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 Diyarbakir would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Diyarbakir than you might in Novi Sad.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Diyarbakir Expensive? and Is Novi Sad Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Diyarbakir or Novi Sad?
Diyarbakir has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Novi Sad. When comparing the sizes of Diyarbakir and Novi Sad, 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.