Which place is cheaper, Fez or Eilat?
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 Eilat or Fez?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Eilat or Fez? 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 Fez?
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.
Fez
Fez is the historical capital of Morocco and has one of the country's most impressive and elaborate medinas. It's authentic and traditional atmosphere attracts travelers from all over the world. It's fun to wander the city's elaborate alleyways, sample the food, and soak up the sights and smells. In Fez's medina you'll find donkeys, carts, spices, and pottery. You'll find traditional foods, locals bartering for goods, and religious buildings that date back hundreds of years. The medina is also the world's largest car free urban zone.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Israel, The Best 2-Week Tours in Israel, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.
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Eilat Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEilat $211Fez $93
The average daily cost (per person) in Eilat is $211, while the average daily cost in Fez is $93. 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 Eilat and Fez in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEilat $118Fez $35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEilat $236Fez $70
Compare Hotels in Eilat and Fez
Looking for a hotel in Eilat or Fez? 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: Eilat Hotel Prices and Fez Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Eilat $17Fez $16
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Eilat
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Eilat:
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Local Bus$4.73
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fez
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Fez:
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Taxi Ride$2.17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fez
Also for Fez, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- private transfer fes to casablanca: $123
- private transfer fes casablanca: $112
- private one-way transfer from Fes to Marrrakech: $233
- Transfer from Fez to Rabat (Private): $185
- Transfer from Fez to Chefchaouen with small group (one way): $37
- Transfer from Fez to Chefchaouen with small group (one way): $35
- Transfer from Fez to Casablanca (private): $217
- Transfer from Fes to Tangier: $187
- Transfer from Fes to Rabat: $149
- Transfer from Fes to Casablanca: $175
- Transfer from Fes to Casablanca: $174
- Transfer from Airport Fez to an Hotel in Fez: $12
Is it cheaper to fly into Eilat or Fez?
Prices for flights to both Fez and Eilat 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 dayEilat $77Fez $44
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Eilat
For Eilat, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The Feast at the Camel Ranch in Eilat with Dinner Alcohol Event: $95
Typical Food Prices in Fez
For Fez, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Yogurt$0.65
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Dinner for 2$12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fez
For Fez, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking Class Experience in Fes: $37
- Moroccan Cooking Class and Lunch in a Traditional Riad: $39
- Fez Cooking Class at a Traditional Riad with Market Visit: $40
- Flavors of Fez by Locals ( Cooking Class ): $41
- Flavors of Fez ( Cooking Class with Local Expert ): $41
- Family Dinner in Fes with Tea and Fun Stories: $45
- fez Cooking Class Moroccan cuisine with Market Visit: $47
- Cooking Class with Bread Workshop and Pastry in Fes: $47
- Moroccan Cooking Class and Fez Market Visit and Meal: $50
- Best cooking class in Fès with real Familly: $52
- Cooking Class - Moroccan cuisine: $52
- Fez Souk tour & traditional Home Cooking: $52
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Eilat $20Fez $9.81
Tours and Activities in Eilat
For Eilat, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Day Tour to Petra from Eilat: $219
- Eilat Mountains: Sunset Jeep Adventure to Mount Joash: $63
- Morning Jeep Tour of Eilat Mountains: $63
- Summer Night Guided Tour with Picnic in the Mountains: $63
- From Red Canyon Guided Tour: $78
- From Timna Park Guided Jeep Tour: $78
- Glass Bottom Boat Cruise in Eilat: $22
- Jeep tour adventure Eilat mountains: $75
- Morning jeep tour in Eilat mountains: $75
- Petra 1-Day Tour from Eilat + FREE Traditional Lunch: $199
- Private Scuba Diving Tour with Transportation and Guide: $220
- Red canyon jeep tour in Eilat: $98
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fez
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Fez's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Granary Fee$2.17
Tours and Activities in Fez
For Fez, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Day Fes to Merzouga Desert Tour: $128
- 2 Day Luxury Desert Tour from Fes to Fes or Marrakech: $128
- 2 Day Private Sahara Adventure from Fez to Merzouga and Back: $239
- 2 Days 1 Night Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech (Luxury Camp ): $152
- 2 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Fes/Marrakech via Erg Chebbi: $99
- 2 Days Fes Desert Tour with Night luxury Tent & Quad/Camel ride: $147
- 2 Days Luxury Tour to Merzouga Desert from Fez with Small Group: $268
- 2 Days Tour From Fes To Marrakech Via Merzouga Desert: $152
- 2-Day Desert Tour From Fes To Merzouga/Marrakech: $122
- 2-Day Guided Tour from Fes to the Desert: $175
- 2-Day Immersive Rif Pottery Experience with a local potter: $163
- 2-Day Luxury Sahara Tour: Fes to Marrakech or Fes: $105
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEilat $34Fez $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Fez
Also in Fez, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Full Day Boutique Winery and Wine Tasting Tour from Fez to Meknes: $174
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Eilat and Fez, we can see that Eilat is more expensive. And not only is Fez much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Eilat is in Middle East and Fez 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 Fez would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Fez 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 Fez.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Eilat Expensive? and Is Fez Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Eilat or Fez?
Fez has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Eilat. When comparing the sizes of Eilat and Fez, 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.