Which place is cheaper, Trogir or Essaouira?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Essaouira or Trogir?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Essaouira and Trogir can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Essaouira or Trogir?
Essaouira
Essaouira is a beautiful beach town on the Atlantic coast of Morocco. The city has a pleasant medina that has been named a UNESCO World Heritage site and is interesting to explore. It's an 18th century fortified town with a lot of character and charm. The city is rich and culture and you'll find a handful of art galleries throughout the town. The city is also a gathering place for artists and musicians, particularly during the Gnaoua Festival of World Music, which takes place the last week of June. This event attracts about 450,000 visitors yearly.
Trogir
Trogir is a town set within partially intact medieval walls on the central Adriatic coast of Croatia. Its preserved old town, known for its mix of Renaissance, Baroque, and Romanesque buildings, lies on a small island connected to the mainland and the island of Ciovo by bridges. The 13th-century Cathedral of St. Lawrence houses the Renaissance Chapel of St. John and offers sweeping views from its bell tower. On summer nights everyone gravitates to the wide seaside promenade, lined with bars, cafes and yachts - leaving the knotted maze-like marble streets gleaming under old-fashioned streetlights. In 1997 its profuse collection of Romanesque and Renaissance buildings earned it World Heritage status. While it's easily reached on a day trip from Split, Trogir also makes a good alternative base to the big city and a relaxing place to spend a few days.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco, The Best 10-Day Tours in Croatia, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Croatia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEssaouira $46Trogir $110
The average daily cost (per person) in Essaouira is $46, while the average daily cost in Trogir is $110. 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 Essaouira and Trogir in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEssaouira $26Trogir $61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEssaouira $52Trogir $122
Compare Hotels in Essaouira and Trogir
Looking for a hotel in Essaouira or Trogir? 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: Essaouira Hotel Prices and Trogir Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Essaouira $1.99Trogir $16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Essaouira
Also for Essaouira, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Private Transfer to Casablanca: $321
- Private Transfer Essaouira - Rabat: $262
- Essaouira : Private Transfer from or to Agafay Desert: $160
- From Private Transfer to Taghazout or Agadir: $150
- Essaouira private transfer from Essaouira city to Agadir airport (AGA): $138
- From Private Transfer to Marrakech: $123
- Private transfer Marrakech to Essaouira or Essaouira toMarrakech : $102
- Transfer from Essaouira to Marrakech city or Marrakech airport: $93
- Transfer from Essaouira to Marrakech city or Marrakech airport: $93
- Transfert Marrakech to Agafay-Private Agafay to Marrakech : $87
- Private transfer Marrakech airpot - Essaouira : $87
- Scenic Hinterland Quad Ride with Transfer: $80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Trogir
Also for Trogir, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- transfer from Trogir to Split/Split airport: $348
- Split Airport (SPU) to Zadar hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $109
- Private one way transfer from Trogir to Split: $83
- One Way Private Transfer from Split to Trogir: $83
- Split airport to Split Private transfer to 8 pax (Door to Door any location): $71
- Private Transfer from Split Croatia Airport to Hotel : $60
- Airport Transfer: $44
- Private Transfer from Marina Aci Trogir to Split Airport (SPU): $40
- Private Transfer from Okrug Gornji (Island Ciovo) to Split Airport (SPU): $40
- Private Transfer from Slatine (Island Ciovo) to Split Airport (SPU): $40
- Split Airport (SPU) to Šibenik hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $39
Is it cheaper to fly into Essaouira or Trogir?
Prices for flights to both Trogir and Essaouira 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 dayEssaouira $14Trogir $35
Typical Food Prices in Essaouira
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Essaouira:
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Baklava$1.40
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Breakfast Crepes$0.50
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Fish for Lunch$15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Essaouira
For Essaouira, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traditional Moroccan Cooking Class: $39
- L'Atelier Madada Moroccan Cooking Workshop in Essaouira: $55
- Traditional Family Style Moroccan Cooking Class: $67
- 3 hours Camel Ride in Essaouira with Dinner and Overnight in Berber Camp: $170
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Essaouira $12Trogir $26
Tours and Activities in Essaouira
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Essaouira.
- Big Cap Sim dunes and forest 3 hours tour.: $70
- 2 Hour Quad & ATV Experience: $58
- Big dunes and atlantic coast tour 2 HOURS: $57
- Essaouira : 1H quad bike tour and 1H camel ride: $57
- Essaouira : Half-day E-Experience from Mountains to Sea: $129
- Essaouira Guided Tour: 3 on 1 - Nightlife tour, Live like a local & Street food: $65
- Essaouira Sand Dunes: Half Day Quad Bike Tour: $65
- 3-Hour Camel Tour: $40
- 3-Hour Quad Bike Tour: $87
- Area Highlights 3 hours E-Bike Tour: $61
- Atlantic Dune Buggy Adventure: $206
- Cultural & Historical Sightseeing Tour - half day: $41
Tours and Activities in Trogir
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Trogir.
- 3 Islands Half day Tour From Trogir : $66
- Adriatica Tour ( Blue Lagoon and Solta) from Trogir: $93
- Adriatica Tour: Blue Lagoon and Solta from Trogir or Split: $695
- Blue Cave and Hvar 5 Islands speedboat tour | from Split&Trogir: $158
- Blue Cave and Hvar Tour from Trogir: $109
- Blue Lagoon Half Day Tour: $76
- Blue Lagoon Three Islands half day tour from Trogir and Split: $87
- Blue Lagoon half-day Private Boat Tour: $826
- Blue Lagoon- Half day tour with comfortable speed boat: $75
- Blue cave, Mama Mia and Hvar, 5 island speedboat tour from Trogir: $104
- Brac Island: Full-Day Tour with Lunch: $535
- Brač & Bol private tour: $909
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEssaouira $9.16Trogir $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Trogir
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Trogir:
- Skradin: Wine Tasting in a local family winery: $27
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Essaouira and Trogir, we can see that Trogir is more expensive. And not only is Essaouira much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Essaouira is in Africa and Trogir is in Europe, 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 Essaouira would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Essaouira 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 Trogir would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Trogir than you might in Essaouira.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Essaouira Expensive? and Is Trogir Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Essaouira or Trogir?
Essaouira has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Trogir. When comparing the sizes of Essaouira and Trogir, 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.