Which place is cheaper, Ise or Doha?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Doha or Ise?
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 Ise 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 Ise?
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.
Ise
A coastal city of Japan, Ise is best known for the Ise Shrine, arguably the holiest and most important Shinto site and the reputed home of the Emperor's Sacred Mirror. The shrine dates back to 4 BC and actually consists of two shrines: the inner shrine called Naiku and the outer shrine called Geku.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Japan, and The Best Cultural Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDoha $199Ise $96
The average daily cost (per person) in Doha is $199, while the average daily cost in Ise is $96. 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 Ise in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDoha $119Ise $45
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDoha $238Ise $90
Compare Hotels in Doha and Ise
Looking for a hotel in Doha or Ise? 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 Ise Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Doha $23Ise $47
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Doha
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Doha:
- Airport Transfer - TO or FROM Hammad International Airport: $25
- Airport Transfer: Doha Airport DOH to Doha by Luxury Car: $112
- Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Business Car: $81
- Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Luxury Car: $112
- Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Luxury Van: $124
- BF Doha | Hamad Int. Airport Transfer Meet & Greet: $68
- Doha Airport Transfer: $99
- Doha Airport Transfers: Your Swift Gateway to Luxury Travel: $50
- Doha Airport to City Transfer: $38
- Doha City Tour From Cruise Terminal With Transfer: $43
- Doha City Tour including Airport Transfer /Max 4 person: $300
- Doha City Tour including Airport Transfer /Max 6 person: $360
Is it cheaper to fly into Doha or Ise?
Prices for flights to both Ise 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 $61Ise $26
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Doha
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Doha.
- Private Dinner on Safliya Island: $76
- Private Dinner on Al Safliya Island: $76
- Food Tour in The Pearl Qatar Island: $119
- The Pearl-Qatar Food Tour & Boat Ride: $119
- BBQ Dinner at desert resort +Dune bashing & camel ride: $165
- Full-Day Desert Safari with Buffet Dinner: $175
- Full Day Desert Safari Doha/dinner included: $190
- Doha Private Full Day Desert Safari Lunch | Dinner Included: $190
- Full Day Desert Safari with Camp Access, Buffet Dinner,Camel Ride: $195
- Private Desert Safari with BBQ Lunch/Dinner at Souk Al Wakra: $202
- Private Desert Safari with BBQ Lunch/Dinner at Souk Al Wakra Tour: $202
- Doha Overnight Desert Safari Dinner/Breakfast included: $215
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Doha $18Ise $6.28
Tours and Activities in Doha
Here are a few actual costs in Doha for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Discover Souq Waqif and Musherib: An Almost Free Walking Tour: $5.00
- Private Desert Safari Tour With Sand Boarding: $17
- Private Guided City Tour with Airport & Hotel Pickup.: $18
- Doha Tour App Hidden Gems Game and Big Qatar Quiz: $20
- Al Safliya Island Boat Tour: $25
- Al Safliya Island Photo Tour: $25
- Guided Walking Tour of Souq Waqif: $30
- Transit Exclusive Discover Doha Tour: $32
- City Highlights Layover Tour: $32
- From Doha Cruise Terminal: Doha City Tour (Private Tour): $35
- Doha Geocaching & City Tour Combo: $35
- City Highlights Sharing Tour: $35
Tours and Activities in Ise
Here are a few actual costs in Ise for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Shirataki Takigyo Waterfall Meditation Experience in Toba: $32
- Island Adventure Sea Kayak Tour(Ise-Shima): $43
- Ise Grand Shrine Private Guided Tour: $107
- Toba Custom Half Day Tour: $180
- Toba Custom Full Day Tour: $287
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDoha $14Ise $4.87
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Doha and Ise, we can see that Doha is more expensive. And not only is Ise much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Doha is in Middle East and Ise 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 Ise would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ise 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 Ise.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Doha Expensive? and Is Ise Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Doha or Ise?
Doha has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Ise. When comparing the sizes of Doha and Ise, 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.