Which place is cheaper, Marrakech 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 Marrakech?
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 Marrakech 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 Marrakech?
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.
Marrakech
Marrakech is on of the most popular travel destinations in Morocco. It is the third largest city in Morocco after Casablanca and Rabat and is located near the foothills of the Atlas Mountains only a few hours from the Sahara Desert. It's a beautiful city that is often referred to as the "Pink City" because of the pale pink color of many of the city's buildings. These striking colors make the city particularly beautiful during the evening hours when the low sun creates a very dramatic lighting.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Pakistan, The Best Cultural Tours in Pakistan, The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIslamabad $52Marrakech $100
The average daily cost (per person) in Islamabad is $52, while the average daily cost in Marrakech is $100. 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 Marrakech in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIslamabad $20Marrakech $57
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIslamabad $40Marrakech $114
Compare Hotels in Islamabad and Marrakech
Looking for a hotel in Islamabad or Marrakech? 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 Marrakech Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Islamabad $7.65Marrakech $13
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 Round Trip Airport Transfer & Customizable Day Trip: $95
- Islamabad International Airport Transfer - DEPARTURE: $40
- Islamabad International Airport Transfer - ARRIVAL: $40
- Islamabad International Airport Arrival Pick up Transfer: $55
- Islamabad Airport Transfers: $54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Marrakech
Also for Marrakech, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Marrakech Transfer to Merzouga On Time, Every Time: $291
- Private Transfer Essaouira - Lmlil: $280
- Transfer Marrakech to Fes: $274
- Essaouira Day Trip From Marrakech With Private Transfers: $269
- From Marrakech : Private Transfer to Fes: $258
- Marrakech to Casablanca Airport or City Hotels Private Transfer: $256
- Agafay Desert Tour with Private Breakfast and Transfer Included: $256
- Private Transfer from Marrakech to Casablanca (CMN) Airport: $253
- Private Transfer from Marrakech to Essaouira: $250
- Private Transfer To or From Taghazout– Marrakech: $250
- City to City Transfer - Marrakesh > Essaouira: $250
- Private Transfer from Marrakech To Casablanca Airport: $249
Is it cheaper to fly into Islamabad or Marrakech?
Prices for flights to both Marrakech 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 $26Marrakech $28
Typical Food Prices in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Orange Juice on the Square$0.32
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Breakfast$1.28
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Dates$0.64
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Olives$0.96
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Sandwich$1.38
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Souvenir Spices$6.63
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Agafay Desert Marrakech Quad dinner and show DE feu: $10
- Marrakech Cooking Class in Ourika Valley: Garden Lunch & Pool: $12
- Morocco's Top Cooking Classes For Authentic berber Cuisine in the Atlas Mountain: $13
- Desert Agafay Marrakech Sunset Camel Ride, Dinner Sw Hotel Pickup: $14
- Agafay Desert, Camel Ride, Dinner & Fire Show: $14
- Agafay Desert Quad Bike Camel Ride and Dinner Show: $14
- Agafay desert quad &camel ride with dinner show: $14
- Agafay Desert Sunset Camel Ride with Dinner Show: $15
- Marrakech : Desert Agafay Sunset, Camel Ride, Dinner Show: $15
- MARRAKECH QUAD BIKE : Sunset & Dinner Show & Camel Desert: $15
- Agafay Desert Quad and Camel Ride, Dinner & Show: $15
- Agafay desert dinner show camel ride with sunset: $15
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Islamabad $9.45Marrakech $11
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: $85
- Discover Peshawar Full Day Guided Tour from Islamabad: $130
- Exclusive Luxury Private Tour: Discover the Gems of Islamabad: $80
- Explore Takht I Bahi and Peshawar Full Day Tour from Islamabad: $145
- 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 City Tour Of Islamabad: $220
- Full Day Private Guided Tour of Taxila Gandahara Civilization: $100
Typical Entertainment Prices in Marrakech
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Marrakech's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Palace Tickets$2.14
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Golf at Atlas Golf$60
Tours and Activities in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- "Majorelle Garden & Palmeraie Quad Biking: Marrakech Adventure": $101
- 1-Hour Horse Carriage Drawn Marrakech City Tour: $57
- 10 Hours tour from marrakech to ouarzazate: $47
- 1000 & 1 Night at the Agafay Desert - White Camel Camp Experience: $275
- 1000 Years of History: A Self-Guided Marrakech Tour: $15
- 2 Day Desert Tour From Marrakech To Zagora Marrakech Desert Tours: $148
- 2 Day Desert Tour From Marrakech through the Atlas Mountains & Camel ride: $82
- 2 Day Mt. Toubkal Trekking Tour from Marrakech: $220
- 2 Day Private Tour to Ouarzazate: $187
- 2 Day Zagora Adventure from Marrakech Quad Biking and Camel Ride: $277
- 2 Day Zagora Desert Tour via Ait Benhaddou: $185
- 2 Days / 1 Night Zagora Desert Tour , Group & private: $113
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIslamabad $2.88Marrakech $10
Sample the Local Flavors in Marrakech
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Marrakech:
- Marrakech Nightlife Adventure: The Ultimate Pub Crawl: $25
- Private Vineyard Day from Marrakech Wine Tasting and City Tour: $128
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Islamabad and Marrakech, we can see that Marrakech 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 Marrakech 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 Marrakech would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Marrakech 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 Marrakech Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Islamabad or Marrakech?
Marrakech has a larger population, and is about 40% larger than the population of Islamabad. When comparing the sizes of Islamabad and Marrakech, 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.