Which place is cheaper, Luxor or Doha?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Doha or Luxor?
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 Luxor 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 Luxor?
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.
Luxor
Egypt is surely on the top of every history lover's bucket list. Nowhere is the history more engrossing than in Luxor. From amazing monuments dating back to ancient Thebes to rows of temples up the Nile, this remarkable city is full the stories of past greatness.
The East Bank – or the central part of Luxor Township – is the hotbed for tourism. This is where most of the hotels and resorts are, while the West Bank is home to the ancient ruins and archaeological wonders you'll want to explore.
Before traveling to Egypt, be sure to check on the current affairs and political climate. It could have a major effect on the amount of tourists visiting, and, if conditions are too dangerous, you may want to reschedule. Also note, ladies, to avoid any issues, dress modestly. This is a very conservative region of the world. The less skin showing, the better.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Egypt, and The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDoha $200Luxor $17
The average daily cost (per person) in Doha is $200, while the average daily cost in Luxor is $17. 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 Luxor in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDoha $119Luxor $7.54
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDoha $238Luxor $15
Compare Hotels in Doha and Luxor
Looking for a hotel in Doha or Luxor? 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 Luxor Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Doha $23Luxor $3.87
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Doha
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Doha:
- Airport Transfer - From and To Hammad International Airport: $25
- Airport Transfer: Doha Airport DOH to Doha by Luxury Car: $110
- Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Business Car: $80
- Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Luxury Car: $110
- Doha Airport Transfer: $99
- Doha Night Desert Safari Camel Ride Dune Bashing with Transfer: $66
- ONE WAY: Doha International Airport - Private Transfer From/to Hotels: $122
- Private Arrival Transfer - Doha: $50
- Private Arrival Transfer from Airport or Port to Lusail: $80
- Private Doha Airport Transfer to Doha, Qatar: $139
- Private Transfer from Doha City to Doha (DOH) Airport: $194
- Private Transfer from Doha Cruise Port to Doha City Hotels : $74
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Luxor
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Luxor:
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Taxi Ride$0.42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Luxor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Luxor:
- Horus, Kom Ombo and Khnum Temples from Luxor with Transfers : $65
- Hotel Transfer to Luxor International Airport: $30
- Luxor Airport Private transfer to your hotel or vice versa: $8.00
- Luxor Airport Transfer : $15
- Private Transfer Service from Luxor to Aswan: $74
- Private Transfer from Luxor Airport to Luxor Hotels: $56
- Private Transfer from Luxor Hotels or Cruise to Luxor Airport: $15
- Private Transfers From Luxor to Hurghada: $135
- Private Transfers From Luxor to Hurghada : $60
- Transfer Luxor to hurghada ( Private ): $60
- Transfer from Luxor Hotel to Luxor Airport: $25
- 4 Hours Private Transfer in Luxor: $46
Is it cheaper to fly into Doha or Luxor?
Prices for flights to both Luxor 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 $61Luxor $5.77
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: $65
- Private Souk Waqif with Lunch or Dinner Tour: $96
- Food Tour in The Pearl Qatar Island: $139
- Half Day Doha City Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $143
- Full Day Desert Safari with Camp Access, Buffet Dinner,Camel Ride: $195
- Private Desert Safari with BBQ Lunch/Dinner at Souk Al Wakra Tour: $202
- Full Day Desert Private Safari with Lunch or Dinner: $214
- Private Overnight Desert Safari, Dune bashing, dinner & Breakfast: $220
- Doha : Full Day Desert Safari | BBQ Dinner | Inland sea: $237
- Full Day Desert Safari with Lunch/Dinner in Desert Camp: $280
- Overnight Private Desert Safari with Buffet Dinner and Camel Ride: $299
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Luxor
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Luxor.
- Tourist market,local food tour,the gym and coffee in Luxor: $19
- Sunset Dinner at a Traditional Egyptian House of Luxor: $30
- Eat Like a Local:Traditional Egyptian Food / Dinner at Local Family Home - Luxor: $36
- 3 Hours Culinary Journey with Family Food Tour in Luxor: $40
- Sunset Dinner at a Traditional Egyptian House in Luxor: $40
- Riding a felucca at Sunset and Dinner an Egyptian House in Luxor: $40
- Dinner Cruise on the Nile River: $43
- 4 Hours Culinary Journey with Local Family Food Tour in Luxor: $50
- Sunset Dinner Cruise on the Nile in Luxor: $50
- Romantic BBQ Dinner on Sandy Islan in the Nile with Private Fluka: $52
- Felucca Ride at Sunset and Dinner at an Egyptian House in Luxor: $55
- Luxor Nile Cruise Dinner: $60
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Doha $18Luxor $6.67
Tours and Activities in Doha
Here are a few actual costs in Doha for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Al Safliya Island Photo Tour: $25
- Doha City Tour with Pick Up & drop off Airport or Cruise Terminal: $45
- Doha Sunset Boat Cruise with Drinks: $48
- Moonlight Boat Cruise with Drinks: $48
- Arabian Sands Half-Day Adventure in Qatar: $50
- Doha Shopping Tour: $59
- Katara Culture Tour with Arabic Dhow Cruise: $62
- Doha Night Desert Safari Adventure: $65
- Explore Heart of Qatar Doha City Tour with Professional Guide: $65
- Private City Tour: $65
- Private City Tour from Doha : $65
- Private North of Qatar Tour: $68
Typical Entertainment Prices in Luxor
Here are a few typical costs in Luxor for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Boat Ride (for 2)$0.56
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Temple Karnak for Two$2.71
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Camel Ride for Two$1.25
Tours and Activities in Luxor
Here are a few actual costs in Luxor for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Entry Ticket To Valley of the Queens: $4.60
- Valley Of The Kings Entry Ticket: $4.60
- Karnak Temple Private Guided Tour: $5.00
- Private Tour Shopping in Luxor City : $6.00
- Private Tour Shopping in Luxor: $7.00
- Luxor Museum Entry Ticket: $7.60
- Historical Day Tour To Luxor And Mummification Museums: $8.00
- Tour To Discover Fully West Bank In Luxor: $8.00
- Luxor Private Guided Tours to East & West Bank: $8.00
- Luxor Day Tour visit East and West Nile Banks: $8.00
- Day Tour In Luxor To East And West Bank Of The Nile: $8.00
- Private Tour Shopping in Luxor Exploring Workshops and Markets: $8.00
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDoha $15Luxor $2.24
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Doha and Luxor, we can see that Doha is more expensive. And not only is Luxor much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Doha is in Middle East and Luxor 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 Luxor would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Luxor 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 Luxor.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Doha Expensive? and Is Luxor Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Doha or Luxor?
Luxor has a larger population, and is about 22% larger than the population of Doha. When comparing the sizes of Doha and Luxor, 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.