Which place is cheaper, Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park or Doha?
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 Doha or Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Doha and Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park 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: Doha or Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park?
Doha
Doha is the capital city of Qatar, modern and rapidly developing with much construction underway. It is home to Doha International Airport, the main point of entry for Qatar, as well as many of the country's best museums and examples of cultural heritage.
Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park
Spanning the Japanese prefectures of Yamanashi, Shizuoka, Kanagawa and Tokyo, Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park is a natural area with beautiful scenery as well as a number of popular tourist spots. Some of its highlights include Mount Fuji, Fuji Five Lakes, Hakone, the Izu Peninsula, and the Izu Islands, offering a geographic range of natural hot springs, coastlines, mountainous areas, lakes, and more than 1,000 volcanic islands.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Tokyo, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Japan.
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Doha Prices
Qatar PricesFuji-Hakone-Izu National Park Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDoha $245Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park $97
The average daily cost (per person) in Doha is $245, while the average daily cost in Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park is $97. 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 Doha and Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDoha $119Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDoha $238Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park $98
Compare Hotels in Doha and Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park
Looking for a hotel in Doha or Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park? 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: Doha Hotel Prices and Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Doha $23Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park $25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Doha
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Doha:
- Entry to Angry Birds World with Transfer to Park and Top Up- Private Tour: $174
- Doha Horseback Riding Adventure in Desert with Transfers: $139
- Doha Arabian Horse Riding Adventure in the Desert with Transfer: $135
- Doha Arabian Horseback Riding Adventure in Desert with Transfers: $120
- Doha Private Airport Transfer: $99
- Hamad Airport Transfer Service – 24/7 Door-to-Door Transport: $98
- Private Transfer from Doha Hamad Airport(DOH) to Doha Cruise Port: $97
- Qatar Doha Airport (DOH) to Doha - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $83
- Al Thakira Mangrove Kayaking Adventure With Transfer: $82
- Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Business Car: $81
- Private Transfer: Hamad Airport DOH to Doha by Business Car: $81
- Doha, Qatar : Private Airport Transfer 24/7: $70
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park
Also for Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Hakone: One Way Bus Transfer to Lake Kawaguchiko: $58
- Fuji Forest Half-Day Hike with Nature Guide & Transfer: $276
Is it cheaper to fly into Doha or Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park?
Prices for flights to both Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park and Doha 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 dayDoha $106Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park $33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Doha
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Doha.
- Traditional Sunset Dhow Cruise Tour with BBQ Buffet Dinner: $32
- Starlight Dhow Cruise Dinner Experience on Doha Waterfront: $34
- Moonlight on Marina Traditional Dhow Cruise With Optional Dinner: $42
- Sunset Dinner Cruise in Doha Bay A Traditional Dhow Experience: $55
- Moonlight Dinner Cruise with Transfers: $65
- Sunset Desert Safari, Dune Bashing & BBQ Camp Dinner: $110
- Qatar Desert Safari Tour with Bedouin Camp Lunch or Dinner: $130
- Overnight Private Desert Safari with Buffet Dinner and Camel Ride: $149
- Qatar: Full day combo Tour Desert Safari with Dhow Cruise Dinner: $150
- Doha Desert Safari Full day With Dinner,Dune Bashing,Sandboarding: $152
- Full-Day Desert Safari With Lunch or BBQ Dinner at Camp: $152
- 5-Hour Private Night Tour with Dinner: $158
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Doha $18Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park $11
Tours and Activities in Doha
Here are a few actual costs in Doha for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3-2-1 Olympic and Sports Museum ticket | Qatar: $23
- 4 Hour Doha City Tour from Airport, Hotel & Cruise Terminal: $57
- 4 Hours Kayaking Adventure in Qatar Purple Island Mangroves: $125
- 4 Hours-Doha City Tour from AirPort/ Hotel: $54
- 4 Hrs Private Doha Tour: Discover the City’s Premier Attractions!: $115
- 4 hours Desert Safari Experience in Doha up to Group of 5: $260
- 4-Hour Private Group City Tour in Doha, Qatar: $45
- 4-Hours Guided City Tour in Doha (Souq, Katara, Pearl, Lusail): $60
- 6 Hours Private Full Day Tour in Doha: $117
- 6 Hrs Doha City Tour Including National Museum Entrance: $110
- 8-hour Doha tour: Cultural site, Heritage market, Modern Landmark: $149
- Arabian Dhow Cruise in Doha with Sunset and Skyline Views: $37
Tours and Activities in Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park.
- Washi Making Experience in Hakone（50 min）: $35
- Easygoing Nature Walk in Hakone Tour: $39
- 2 Hour Onsen Calligraphy Experience: $60
- Fuji River Rafting Adventure near Mt.Fuji: $84
- Mt. Fuji Private Guided E-Bike Tour : Fuji City: $109
- Mount Fuji Scenic EBike Tour for Cruise Travelers: $109
- From Hakone: Mt Fuji and Lake Kawaguchiko Area Bus Tour: $109
- Hakone Old Tokaido Road Hiking Tour to Hakone Shrine: $129
- Supreme Sencha: Tea Ceremony & Making Experience in Hakone: $129
- Walk the Ancient Pilgrim Paths of Mt. Fuji – Private Tour: $154
- Traverse Outer Rim of Hakone Caldera and Enjoy Onsen Hiking Tour: $165
- Hakone Full-Day Customized Private Tour with Licensed Guide: $170
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDoha $15Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park $8.09
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Doha and Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, we can see that Doha is more expensive. And not only is Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Doha is in Middle East and Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park is in Asia, 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 Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park 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 Doha would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Doha than you might in Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Doha Expensive? and Is Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park Expensive?.
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.