A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Eilat vs. Dewa Sanzan for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Eilat or Dewa Sanzan?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Eilat or Dewa Sanzan? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Eilat or Dewa Sanzan?

Eilat

Eilat serves as the gateway to Israel from Egypt. It's located at the southern tip of the country and sits on the Red Sea with views of the Gulf of Aqaba. It's location in the Negev Desert along the beautiful coast make it appealing to both domestic and international vacationers.

Eilat is a resort town with many dive shops and snorkeling opportunities. The population of about 50,000 can easily be overshadowed by vacationers. With no shortage of sun, entertainment, bars, and partying, you will find both Israeli and international tourists looking for an oasis of fun and relaxation.

Although the area's coral reefs were being damaged by overuse, the removal of contraversial fish cages in 2008 has led to a slow recovery and an improvement in the quality of diving and snorkeling in the area. There are also less crowds than you will find in Sharm el-Sheikh or Dahab, Egypt.

Eilat has a hot desert climate. The summers are hot and dry and the winters are warm and dry. Temperatures in the winter can range from 52 to 73 degrees Fahrenheit and summer temperatures are usually between 79 and 104 degrees Fahrenheit.

Dewa Sanzan

Dewa Sanzan, Japan is a picturesque city in the Tohoku region which consists solely of the three sacred mountains: Mount Haguro, Mount Gassan, and Mount Yudono. The mountains are considered holy to the Japanese Shinto religion and are a popular pilgrimage site, especially since many ascetic pilgrims live in the mountains and are occasionally spotted throughout the various hiking trails.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Israel, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Israel, The Best Contiki Tours to Japan, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Japan.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Eilat and Dewa Sanzan, we can see that Eilat is more expensive. And not only is Dewa Sanzan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Eilat is in Middle East and Dewa Sanzan 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 Dewa Sanzan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Dewa Sanzan 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 Eilat would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Eilat than you might in Dewa Sanzan.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Eilat Expensive? and Is Dewa Sanzan Expensive?.

When is the best time to visit Eilat or Dewa Sanzan?

Dewa Sanzan has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Eilat experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Eilat or Dewa Sanzan in the Summer?

Both Dewa Sanzan and Eilat are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Eilat throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Dewa Sanzan for the hiking.

Eilat can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Eilat is generally a little warmer than Dewa Sanzan. Daily temperatures in Eilat average around 33°C (91°F), and Dewa Sanzan fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Eilat. Eilat usually receives more sunshine than Dewa Sanzan during summer. Eilat gets 384 hours of sunny skies, while Dewa Sanzan receives 124 hours of full sun in the summer.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Dewa Sanzan. In July, Eilat usually receives less rain than Dewa Sanzan. Eilat gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Dewa Sanzan receives 191 mm (7.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Eilat or Dewa Sanzan in the Autumn?

Both Dewa Sanzan and Eilat during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Eilat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Dewa Sanzan in the autumn for the hiking trails.

Eilat is much warmer than Dewa Sanzan in the autumn. The daily temperature in Eilat averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Dewa Sanzan fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).

It's quite sunny in Eilat. In the autumn, Eilat often gets more sunshine than Dewa Sanzan. Eilat gets 295 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Dewa Sanzan receives 149 hours of full sun.

Dewa Sanzan gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Eilat usually gets less rain in October than Dewa Sanzan. Eilat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Dewa Sanzan receives 152 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Eilat or Dewa Sanzan in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Eilat and Dewa Sanzan. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Eilat year-round. Also, most visitors come to Dewa Sanzan for the museums and the cuisine during these months.

Dewa Sanzan can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Eilat is much warmer than Dewa Sanzan. Typically, the winter temperatures in Eilat in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Dewa Sanzan averages at about -1°C (30°F).

In Eilat, it's very sunny this time of the year. Eilat usually receives more sunshine than Dewa Sanzan during winter. Eilat gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Dewa Sanzan receives 149 hours of full sun in the winter.

Dewa Sanzan receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Eilat usually receives less rain than Dewa Sanzan. Eilat gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Dewa Sanzan receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Eilat or Dewa Sanzan in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Eilat as well as Dewa Sanzan. Eilat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In April, Eilat is generally much warmer than Dewa Sanzan. Daily temperatures in Eilat average around 24°C (75°F), and Dewa Sanzan fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Eilat this time of the year. In the spring, Eilat often gets more sunshine than Dewa Sanzan. Eilat gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Dewa Sanzan receives 188 hours of full sun.

Eilat usually gets less rain in April than Dewa Sanzan. Eilat gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Dewa Sanzan receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Dewa Sanzan and Eilat