Which place is cheaper, Luxor 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 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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Doha Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDoha $244Luxor $29
The average daily cost (per person) in Doha is $244, while the average daily cost in Luxor is $29. 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 $9.68
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDoha $238Luxor $19
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 $4.87
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Doha
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Doha:
- Airport Transfer TO or FROM Hammad International Airport: $55
- Departure Transfer From Doha City: $15
- Departure Transfer From West Bay / Pearl Qatar: $25
- Doha Airport Chauffeur Transfer One Way: $35
- Doha Airport Transfers Taxi: $30
- Doha Arabian Horseback Riding Adventure in Desert with Transfers: $120
- Doha Desert Horse Riding: 2-Hour Ride & Private Transfer: $160
- Doha Hamad Airport (DOH) to Doha - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $78
- Doha Horseback Riding Adventure in Desert with Transfers: $139
- Doha Mangrove Kayaking Al Thakira & Purple Island With Transfer: $100
- Doha Private Airport and City Transfers: $46
- Doha Self-drive Jet Car Ride with Transfers: $150
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$0.36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Luxor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Luxor:
- 2-Day Private Luxor Tour & Transfer to Aswan via Edfu & Kom Ombo: $121
- 4 Hours Private Transfer in Luxor: $113
- Cairo Airport Private Transfer: $31
- Deluxe Private Hurghada Airport Transfer: $15
- Dendara & Abydos with return - Private transfer from Luxor: $50
- Dendera & Karnak VIP Tour with Transfer, Guide & Ticket Options: $79
- Departure Transfer From Hotel To Luxor Airport: $13
- Departure Transfer from Luxor Airport: $13
- Exclusive Luxor To Cairo or Cairo 2 luxor Transfer Relax In Style: $120
- From Luxor To Hurghada Private Transfer One Way Transport: $145
- Full day transfer Luxor-Aswan over Esna, Edfu and Kom Ombo: $110
- Guided tour-transfer Luxor to Aswan over Esna, Edfu and Kom Ombo: $155
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 $106Luxor $14
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: $25
- Traditional Arabian Dhow Cruise with Sunset and Skyline Dinner: $40
- Evening Dhow Cruise with Optional BBQ Dinner: $49
- Traditional Arabic Food Tour @ Souq Waqif with Doha Skyline Views: $54
- Sunset Dinner Cruise in Doha Bay A Traditional Dhow Experience: $55
- Qatar: Desert Dune Bashing with lunch/dinner in Desert Beach Camp: $55
- Qatar Desert Safari Tour with Bedouin Camp Lunch or Dinner: $130
- Doha Desert Safari: Sunset Dune Bashing Camp Access & Dinner: $135
- Overnight Private Desert Safari with Buffet Dinner and Camel Ride: $149
- Full Day Desert Safari with Inland Sea Visit and Buffet Dinner: $150
- Doha Desert Safari Full day With Dinner,Dune Bashing,Sandboarding: $152
- 5-Hour Private Night Tour with Dinner: $158
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
- Luxury Nile Sunset Felucca Sail | Private Dinner - Hotel Transfer: $20
- Luxor West Bank By Night and Alabaster Museum Tour with Dinner: $30
- Enjoy lunch or dinner al fresco at Luxor Farm: $30
- Traditional Egyptian Cooking Experience with Luxor Local Family: $35
- Riding a felucca at Sunset and Dinner an Egyptian House in Luxor: $40
- Nile River Lunch or Dinner Cruise in Luxor (private Tour): $44
- Sunset Felucca Ride and Banana Island with Lunch or Dinner Luxor: $45
- Experience Egyptian cooking at Luxor Farm: $48
- 3-Hour Culinary Journey with Family Food Tour in Luxor: $65
- Felucca at Sunset and Dinner at an Egyptian House in Luxor: $75
- Luxor East Bank Private Experience with Authentic Cooking Class: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Doha $18Luxor $8.97
Tours and Activities in Doha
Here are a few actual costs in Doha for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Museum of Islamic Art Doha Standard Entry Ticket: $20
- National Museum Ticket at Qatar: $23
- 3-2-1 Olympic and Sports Museum ticket | Qatar: $23
- Safari, ATV, Camels, Sandboarding and Inland Sea Tour: $25
- Doha Complete Experience: City Tour,Desert & InlandSea in One Day: $28
- Doha Group Tour Skyline Souq and Cultural Village: $29
- Doha City Sightseeing Tour To All Main Attractions: $29
- Guided City Tour with Airport and Hotel Pickup: $29
- Doha Private City Tour with Licensed Tour Guide: $30
- Explore Doha Souq Waqif Katara Cultural Village Pearl Island Tour: $30
- Doha Quad Bike, Dune Bashing, Camel Ride and Inland Sea Tour: $34
- Doha Sunset & Moonlight Dhow Cruise – Land and Sea Experience: $35
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)$0.49
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Temple Karnak for Two$2.36
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Camel Ride for Two$1.09
Tours and Activities in Luxor
Here are a few actual costs in Luxor for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Souvenir Shopping Tour, Luxor: $5.13
- Medinet Habu Temple QR Code Entry Ticket: $6.50
- Private Half Day Tour:Valley of Kings & Hatshepsut Temple& Memnon: $7.60
- Half Day Tour: Valley of the kings & Hatshepsut Temple and Memnon: $9.00
- Half Day Tour: Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple & Mamnon: $9.00
- Private Tour: Valley of the Kings & Hatchepsut Temple &Tut's Tomb: $9.70
- Private Half Day Luxor Tour Valley of Kings & Queens, Hatshepsut: $9.88
- Private Half-Day Tour: Exploring Luxor's East Bank: $10
- Explore Luxor in amazing City Tour, guide / Horse carriage: $10
- Historic Corniche Walking Experience with Refreshment: $10
- Half Day Tour: Valley of the Kings &Hatchepsut Temple &Tut's Tomb: $10
- Half Day Tour in Karnak Temple From East Bank of Luxor: $10
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDoha $15Luxor $2.68
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.