A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Evora vs. Chefchaouen for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Evora or Chefchaouen?

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

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Evora and Chefchaouen. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Evora or Chefchaouen?

Evora

A medieval time capsule, this city is a collection of ancient relics that leaves a lasting air of enchantment upon you. Evora, Portugal is the seat of the Evora District as well as the capital of the Alentejo region. With a population of no more than 60,000, Evora is a small municipality that holds a treasure trove of culture, art, and history. Evora is known internationally for its preservation of medieval architecture, such as parts of medieval walls that still partially surround the city. Moreover, Evora is a member of the Most Ancient European Towns Network and because of its multitude of historic sites, the city was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Some of said historic sites include Se Cathedral, Evora Museum, Roman Temple, Palace of the Dukes of Cadaval, the Church of St. John the Evangelist, and the Church of Saint Francis. Besides of its historic beauty, Evora also lives up to the demands of the modern world. According to Expreso, the city was named one of the second most livable cities in Portugal. Evora is also an ambitious and even competitive city, ranked number-one in competitiveness out of the 18 Portuguese capital cities. Whether you look to explore Roman ruins or simply enjoy the current amenities, you will fall under the enchantment that is Evora, Portugal.

Chefchaouen

To feel like you've really stepped back in time to the glory days of Morocco, you're going to want to spend time in Chefchaouen. This town's beautiful medina is filled with white washed buildings with blue highlights. The wandering alleyways provide a fairy tale setting where you can relax for a few days. This mountainous region is a humble example of the classic picture of this area. Set against the backdrop of the Rif Mountains, the white and powder blue accented buildings and call to calls to prayer throughout the day let every visitor know they've arrived in a relaxing spot of peace and serenity.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Portugal, The Best Adventure Tours to Portugal, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.


Which place is cheaper, Chefchaouen or Evora?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Evora is €109, while the average daily cost in Chefchaouen is €53. 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 Evora and Chefchaouen in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Evora 45
    Chefchaouen 22
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Evora 90
    Chefchaouen 44
Compare Hotels in Evora and Chefchaouen

Looking for a hotel in Evora or Chefchaouen? 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.

Hotels in Evora


Hotels in Chefchaouen


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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: Evora Hotel Prices and Chefchaouen Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Evora 30
    Chefchaouen 14

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Evora

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Evora:

  • Private Faro Airport Transfers to Albufeira (car up to 4pax): $54

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Chefchaouen

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Chefchaouen:


  • Taxi Ride
    0.92

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chefchaouen

Also for Chefchaouen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • One-Way Transfer from Tangier to Fez via chefchaouen : $299
  • Chefchaouen to Fes Private Transfer: $127
  • Chefchaouen to Tangier private transfer: $120
  • Chefchaouen to the city of Casablanca Private Transfer: $175
  • Fes: One-Way Transfer to Chefchaouen "The Blue City": $27
  • Fes: Transfer to Tangier via Chefchaouen: $185
  • From Fes:2-Day Transfers to Chefchaouen & back to Fez/Tanger: $76
  • One way transfer Chefchaouen to Fes or vice versa: $118
  • One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes : $25
  • One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fez via volubilis: $133
  • Private Transfer Chefchaouen to Casablanca or CasaAirport ViceVersa (one way): $162
  • Private Transfer From Chefchaouen to Rabat : $287

Is it cheaper to fly into Evora or Chefchaouen?

Prices for flights to both Chefchaouen and Evora 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Evora 44
    Chefchaouen 16

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Evora

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Evora.

  • A Taste of the Alentejo: Wonderful 3-Course Dinner: $82

Typical Food Prices in Chefchaouen

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Chefchaouen:


  • Lunch for Two
    8.24
  • Dinner for Two
    9.16
  • Cupcake
    0.27
  • Nutella and Yogurt
    1.83

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chefchaouen

For Chefchaouen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Funny Family Cooking Class in Blue City: $28
  • Cooking Class in Mountain From Chefchaouen: $44
  • 3-Hour Cooking Class overlooking the Blue City: $55
  • Chefchaouen Food Tour: $66
  • Chefchaouen Cooking Class : $66
  • Chefchaouen Food Tour: $68
  • Traditional Cooking Class with Local Family | Village around Chefchaouen: $72
  • Chefchaouen Traditional Cooking Class: $80
  • 4 Hours Gourmet Cooking Class in Chefchaouen: $88
  • Private Tagine Cooking Class in Chefchaouen with Lunch: $100
  • Day trip to chefchaouen and cooking class in the berber village: $166

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Evora 20
    Chefchaouen 15

Tours and Activities in Evora

Here are a few actual costs in Evora for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Évora Full Day Tour: $178
  • Évora Private Walking Tour: $71
  • Évora Private Walking Tour: $258
  • Évora Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.80
  • Évora With Love Walking Tour: $54
  • Évora: Christian Heritage Private Walking Tour: $71
  • Évora: City Highlights Private Walking Tour: $228
  • Évora: Exploration Game & Self-Guided Walking Tour: $26
  • Évora: Private tour with entrance tickets to main monuments: $45
  • Évora: Tales and Legends Guided Walking Tour: $54
  • 2 Hour Redondo Walking Tour: $22
  • 4x4 Cork Tour with Optional Lunch: $83

Tours and Activities in Chefchaouen

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chefchaouen.

  • Chefchaouen with Local Eyes Guided Walking Tour: $15
  • From Fez: Day Tour to the Blue Town of Chefchaouen: $28
  • Day Tour to Chefchaouen from Fes with Local Expert: $29
  • chefchaouen tours : $33
  • Best Experience Fes to Chefchaouen Day Tour multi languages: $35
  • 2 Hours Private Chefchaouen Walking Tour: $35
  • From Fez: Chefchaouen Guided Day Tour: $35
  • Private walking tour of Chefchaouen (The blue city): $39
  • Walking Tour in Chefchaouen Blue City with Coffee/Tea Inclusion: $40
  • From Fes : Chefchaoun day trip group tour: $44
  • THE BLUE PEARL | Chefchaouen Day Tour: $51
  • Chefchaouen Day Tour: $51

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Evora 22
    Chefchaouen 12

Sample the Local Flavors in Evora

Also in Evora, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Lisbon: Full-Day Évora Wine Tour: $83
  • From Lisbon: Évora and Monsaraz Day Tour with Wine Tasting: $105
  • Lisbon: Private Full Day Evora & Alentejo Wine Tour: $281


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

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


Which is Bigger, Evora or Chefchaouen?

Evora has a larger population, and is about 53% larger than the population of Chefchaouen. When comparing the sizes of Evora and Chefchaouen, 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.


When is the best time to visit Evora or Chefchaouen?

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

Should I visit Evora or Chefchaouen in the Summer?

Both Chefchaouen and Evora during the summer are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Chefchaouen year-round.

In the summer, Evora is around the same temperature as Chefchaouen. Typically, the summer temperatures in Evora in July average around 25°C (78°F), and Chefchaouen averages at about 24°C (74°F).

In Chefchaouen, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Evora. In the summer, Evora often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Chefchaouen. Evora gets 352 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Chefchaouen receives 346 hours of full sun.

Evora usually gets more rain in July than Chefchaouen. Evora gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Evora 25°C (78°F) 
    Chefchaouen 24°C (74°F)

Should I visit Evora or Chefchaouen in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Evora and Chefchaouen. Chefchaouen attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In October, Evora is generally around the same temperature as Chefchaouen. Daily temperatures in Evora average around 19°C (67°F), and Chefchaouen fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Chefchaouen this time of the year. In Evora, it's very sunny this time of the year. Evora usually receives less sunshine than Chefchaouen during autumn. Evora gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Chefchaouen receives 235 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Evora usually receives more rain than Chefchaouen. Evora gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Evora 19°C (67°F) 
    Chefchaouen 20°C (68°F)

Should I visit Evora or Chefchaouen in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Evora as well as Chefchaouen. The warm climate attracts visitors to Chefchaouen throughout the year.

Evora is cooler than Chefchaouen in the winter. The daily temperature in Evora averages around 11°C (52°F) in January, and Chefchaouen fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

In the winter, Evora often gets less sunshine than Chefchaouen. Evora gets 144 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Chefchaouen receives 169 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Chefchaouen. Evora usually gets less rain in January than Chefchaouen. Evora gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Evora 11°C (52°F) 
    Chefchaouen 13°C (55°F)

Should I visit Evora or Chefchaouen in the Spring?

Both Chefchaouen and Evora are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Chefchaouen because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In the spring, Evora is around the same temperature as Chefchaouen. Typically, the spring temperatures in Evora in April average around 15°C (60°F), and Chefchaouen averages at about 15°C (60°F).

It's quite sunny in Chefchaouen. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Evora. Evora usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Chefchaouen during spring. Evora gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Chefchaouen receives 251 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Evora usually receives more rain than Chefchaouen. Evora gets 60 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Evora 15°C (60°F) 
    Chefchaouen 15°C (60°F)

Typical Weather for Chefchaouen and Evora

Evora Chefchaouen
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 11°C (52°F) 83 mm (3.3 in) 13°C (55°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Feb 12°C (54°F) 80 mm (3.1 in) 13°C (56°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Mar 14°C (56°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 14°C (57°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Apr 15°C (60°F) 60 mm (2.3 in) 15°C (60°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
May 19°C (65°F) 35 mm (1.4 in) 18°C (64°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Jun 23°C (73°F) 22 mm (0.9 in) 21°C (69°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Jul 25°C (78°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 24°C (74°F) 1 mm (0 in)
Aug 26°C (78°F) 4 mm (0.1 in) 24°C (75°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 22 mm (0.9 in) 23°C (73°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Oct 19°C (67°F) 67 mm (2.6 in) 20°C (68°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Nov 15°C (58°F) 76 mm (3 in) 16°C (61°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Dec 12°C (53°F) 83 mm (3.3 in) 13°C (56°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)