Which place is cheaper, Fez or Islamabad?
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 Islamabad or Fez?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Islamabad and Fez 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: Islamabad or Fez?
Islamabad
Islamabad is the capital of Pakistan, specially built in the 1960's to replace the former capital, Karachi. Most of the city's population are employees of the government, though many people come from all over Pakistan to enjoy the city's peaceful atmosphere and green spaces, museums, and monuments.
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 Adventure Tours to Pakistan, The Best Cultural Tours in Pakistan, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIslamabad $52Fez $93
The average daily cost (per person) in Islamabad is $52, 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 Islamabad and Fez in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIslamabad $20Fez $35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIslamabad $40Fez $70
Compare Hotels in Islamabad and Fez
Looking for a hotel in Islamabad 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: Islamabad Hotel Prices and Fez Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Islamabad $7.66Fez $16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Islamabad
Also for Islamabad, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transit Trip: Islamabad City Exploration Day Tour & Round Trip Airport Transfer: $110
- Private Transfer from Islamabad Airport to Pakistan: $61
- Private Chauffeur: Arrival Transfer Airport Pick up (Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore): $50
- Premium Services: Islamabad International Airport Transfer - Arrival: $55
- Premium Services: Islamabad Day Trip & Round Trip Airport Transfers.: $170
- Islamabad International Airport Transfer - DEPARTURE: $40
- Islamabad International Airport Transfer - ARRIVAL: $40
- Islamabad International Airport Arrival Pick up Transfer: $55
- Islamabad Airport Transfers: $54
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$2.16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fez
Also for Fez, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Fes to Marrakech via Volubilis and Rabat: $284
- Transfer Fes Airport to Marrakech: $278
- Full Day Tour in Fez with Lunch and Transfer to Casablanca: $272
- Private Transfer : Fez-Marrakech, Marrakech -Fez: $262
- Transfer Fes to Agadir: $262
- Private Luxury High Way Transfers From Fes to Marrakech: $253
- From Fez : Private Casablanca Transfer Volubilis and Rabat: $238
- Private Transfer from Fes to Tanger via Meknes and Volubilis: $237
- Private Fes to Casablanca transfer with visit Volubilis and Rabat: $231
- Transfer From Fez to Marrakech ( private): $231
- Private one-way transfer Fes to Marrakech: $227
- private transfer from fes to marrakech: $224
Is it cheaper to fly into Islamabad or Fez?
Prices for flights to both Fez and Islamabad 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 dayIslamabad $26Fez $44
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:
- Moroccan Cooking Class and Lunch in a Traditional Riad: $39
- Fez Cooking Class at a Traditional Riad with Market Visit: $40
- Family Dinner in Fes with Tea and Fun Stories: $45
- Unforgettable Cooking Class in Fez: $45
- fez Cooking Class Moroccan cuisine with Market Visit: $47
- cooking classe in fes with ouliya: $47
- Moroccan Cuisine Fez Cooking Class: $53
- Fez Souk tour & traditional Home Cooking: $53
- Cooking Class - Moroccan cuisine: $53
- Fes Street Food Tour Taste Authentic Flavors in the Medina: $57
- Private 5 h Fez Cooking Class with a local family: $59
- Moroccan Cooking Class at a Riad in Fez: $59
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Islamabad $9.46Fez $9.78
Tours and Activities in Islamabad
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Islamabad.
- Best of Islamabad City Landmarks Exploration Tour (Private & Guided).: $95
- Best of Islamabad Half Day Tour (Morn & Eve Slots): $100
- Best of One-Day Sightseeing Tour: $90
- Discover Peshawar Full Day Guided Tour from Islamabad: $135
- Discover Taxila Private City Tour of World Heritage Unesco Sites: $145
- Exclusive Luxury Private Tour: Discover the Gems of Islamabad: $80
- Explore Takht I Bahi and Peshawar Full Day Tour from Islamabad: $160
- From Full Day Guided Taxila Ruins Exploration Tour: $150
- From Full Day Historical Peshawar Guided City Tour: $160
- Full Day Islamabad & Taxila UNESCO Site Tour: $78
- Full Day Islamabad Guided City Tour: $100
- Full Day Private Guided Tour of Taxila Gandahara Civilization: $110
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$2.16
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 Marrakech Desert Tour with Camel Ride and Camp: $61
- 2 Day Fes to Merzouga Desert Tour: $130
- 2 Day Luxury Desert Tour from Fes to Fes or Marrakech: $130
- 2 Days Desert Tour Fez to Marrakech (Or back to Fez): $188
- 2 Days Fes Desert Tour with Night luxury Tent & Quad/Camel ride: $149
- 2 Days Luxury Magic Morocco Desert Tour From Fes To Fes: $172
- 2 Days Merzouga Desert Tour from Fes: $191
- 2 Days Sahara Group Tour Fez to Marrakech via Merzouga: $142
- 2-Day Guided Sahara Desert Tour: Fes to Merzouga: $142
- 2-Day Luxury Sahara Tour: Fes to Marrakech or Fes: $107
- 2-Day Merzouga Desert Tour from Fez: $201
- 2-Days Desert Tour From Fes to Fes or Marrakech With Camel Ride: $113
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIslamabad $2.88Fez $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: $176
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Islamabad and Fez, we can see that Fez is more expensive. And not only is Islamabad much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Islamabad is in Asia 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 Islamabad would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Islamabad 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 Fez would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fez than you might in Islamabad.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Islamabad Expensive? and Is Fez Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Islamabad or Fez?
Fez has a larger population, and is about 60% larger than the population of Islamabad. When comparing the sizes of Islamabad 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.