Which place is cheaper, Nara 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 Nara?
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 Nara 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 Nara?
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.
Nara
As Japan's first capital, Nara offers a world of tradition and culture second only to the city of Kyoto. It is home to eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites, which are largely concentrated in the area of Nara Park. Here, it is also common to see many deer wandering freely amongst the temples and shrines.
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 $245Nara $103
The average daily cost (per person) in Doha is $245, while the average daily cost in Nara is $103. 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 Nara in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDoha $119Nara $50
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDoha $238Nara $100
Compare Hotels in Doha and Nara
Looking for a hotel in Doha or Nara? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
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 Nara Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Doha $23Nara $5.62
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Doha
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Doha:
- Shared Arrival Transfer - Doha City: $15
- Departure Transfer From Doha City: $15
- Departure Transfer From West Bay / Pearl Qatar: $20
- Departure Transfer from Lusail: $27
- Doha Airport Transfers Taxi: $35
- Doha Night Desert Safari Camel Ride Dune Bashing with Transfer: $39
- Transfer from Hamad Airport to Doha City - Stress-Free Tranafer: $40
- Doha to Qatar Doha Hamad Airport (DOH) Departure Private Transfer: $41
- Doha to Qatar Doha Airport (DOH) - Departure Private Transfer: $42
- Qatar Doha Hamad Airport (DOH) to Doha Arrival Private Transfer: $42
- From North of Qatar Guided Tour with Transfers: $52
- Private Transfer from Doha Hamad Airport (DOH) to Doha Port: $52
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nara:
- City-to-City Transfer, from Nara to Each City in Kansai: $203
- Kansai Airport (KIX): Private Transfer To/From Nara City Hotels: $172
Is it cheaper to fly into Doha or Nara?
Prices for flights to both Nara 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 $106Nara $47
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nara
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nara.
- Uji Matcha & Tea Culture Food Tour with Licensed Guide: $106
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Doha $18Nara $7.53
Tours and Activities in Doha
Here are a few actual costs in Doha for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- National Museum Ticket at Qatar: $23
- Doha Group Tour Skyline Souq and Cultural Village: $23
- 3-2-1 Olympic and Sports Museum ticket | Qatar: $23
- The Heart of the Desert – Doha Safari & Inland Sea Tour: $26
- Doha Complete Experience: City Tour,Desert & InlandSea in One Day: $28
- Half Day Desert Safari from Cruise Airport or Hotel: $28
- Doha Desert Safari Adventure CamelRide, DuneBashing & Inland Sea: $29
- Arabian Night Adventure Desert Safari Under the Stars: $29
- Guided City Tour with Airport and Hotel Pickup: $29
- Doha 4 Hours City Tour with Licensed Tour Guide: $29
- Doha Private City Tour with Licensed Tour Guide: $30
- Top Doha Night City Tour Including Souq Waqif , Lusail And Katara: $30
Tours and Activities in Nara
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nara are as follows:
- Traditional Chopstick Making Workshop Experience Japan: $19
- Nara Deer Park Todaiji and Buddha Temple Walking Tour: $25
- Nara Station Bamboo Lantern Craft Experience: $26
- Nara Art Clock Making Workshop Experience: $26
- Nara Craft Tours - local Craft beers tour experience in Nara City: $26
- If it's a matter of fact, it's a matter of doing Project Fauci's sumi culture experience.: $29
- Samurai Spirit Kendo Experience【Nara】: $39
- Nara Highlights Private Walking Tour with Local Guide: $42
- All must-sees in 3 hours - Nara Park Classic Tour! From JR Nara!: $42
- Book for 4 or more! “Sushi Experience Course” in Nara: $42
- Hand Made Udon Noodle Experience Class in Nara: $50
- Nara Highlight Walking Tour with Furoshiki Experience with Lunch: $51
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDoha $15Nara $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Nara
Also in Nara, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Nara Afternoon Sake guided walk: Brewery Visit & Local Streets: $109
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Doha and Nara, we can see that Doha is more expensive. And not only is Nara much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Doha is in Middle East and Nara 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 Nara would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nara 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 Nara.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Doha Expensive? and Is Nara Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Doha or Nara?
Nara has a larger population, and is about 6% larger than the population of Doha. When comparing the sizes of Doha and Nara, 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.