Which place is cheaper, Fez or Jaisalmer?
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 Jaisalmer or Fez?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Jaisalmer 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: Jaisalmer or Fez?
Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer is located in western part of the Rajasthan state of India. The city is known as the "Golden City" for its Sonar Qila, or 'Golden Fort'. This fort is different than other forts in India in that it is a living fort, meaning that it contains many hotels, homes, and shops for locals and visitors. The city is very close to the Thar Desert, to which excursions can be made.
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 India, The Best Sightseeing Tours in India, 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 dayJaisalmer $41Fez $87
The average daily cost (per person) in Jaisalmer is $41, while the average daily cost in Fez is $87. 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 Jaisalmer and Fez in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJaisalmer $12Fez $33
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJaisalmer $24Fez $66
Compare Hotels in Jaisalmer and Fez
Looking for a hotel in Jaisalmer 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: Jaisalmer Hotel Prices and Fez Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jaisalmer $11Fez $16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jaisalmer
Also for Jaisalmer, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer From Jaisalmer To Udaipur Via Ranakpur Jain Temple: $90
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Sam Sand Dunes: $19
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Pushkar: $85
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Khuri Sand Dunes: $19
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Jodhpur Via Osian Temple: $45
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Jaipur: $117
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Delhi: $197
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Agra: $181
- Private Jaiselmer Hotels to Jodhpur Drop – (To/From Transfers): $33
- One Way Transfer Service From Jaisalmer Airport To Hotel: $11
- One Way Transfer From Jaisalmer To Jodhpur: $42
- One Way Jaisalmer To Jodhpur Transfer: $39
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$2.04
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fez
Also for Fez, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- One-Way Transfer from Fez to Marrakech: $286
- Private Transfer from Fes to Rabat (RBA) Airport: $285
- Transfer Fes Airport to Marrakech: $268
- Transfer from Fez to Casablanca (private): $265
- One Way Private Transfer To Marrakech: $264
- Private Transfer : Fez-Marrakech, Marrakech -Fez: $253
- Transfer Fes to Agadir: $252
- private one-way transfer from Fes to Marrrakech: $228
- Special - Fes Guided Tours with Lunch and Transfer to Casablanca: $228
- Transfer From Fez To Tangier (Private): $227
- Private Fes to Casablanca transfer with visit Volubilis and Rabat: $223
- Meknes and Rabat Tour with Casablanca Transfer from Fes: $223
Is it cheaper to fly into Jaisalmer or Fez?
Prices for flights to both Fez and Jaisalmer 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 dayJaisalmer $20Fez $42
Typical Food Prices in Jaisalmer
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jaisalmer:
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Dinner$4.21
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jaisalmer
For Jaisalmer, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- off beat Desert safari with sunset and dinner: $10
- Jaisalmer Food Tour: Taste the Flavors of the Golden City!: $13
- Authentic Desert Farm Visit and Cooking Class: $25
- Jodhpur Camel & Jeep Safari with Sunset, Folk Dance, Dinner: $25
- Dinner on the Dunes & Camel Safari: $25
- Jaisalmer Heritage & Cultural Walking & Street Food Tour: $25
- Camel Trails Sunset Safari with Dinner: $32
- Pleasant Sunset Safari With Dinner On Dunes (From 2:00 PM to Approx. 10:00 PM): $35
- Sunset Safari With Dinner: $37
- Cooking Class with Local Family & Rooftop Meal: $37
- Jeep Camel Ride, Musical Evening & Traditional Buffet Dinner: $37
- Blissful Half-Day Sunset Camel Safari, Musical Eve & Dinner: $38
Typical Food Prices in Fez
For Fez, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Yogurt$0.61
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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:
- Fez Rooftop Sunset Tea & Dinner at Palais Traditionnel: $11
- Private Cooking Class with a Local Family & Market Visit: $34
- Cooking Class Experience in Fes: $35
- Moroccan Cooking Class and Lunch in a Traditional Riad: $40
- Flavors of Fez ( Cooking Class with Local Expert ): $40
- Moroccan Cooking Class with Lunch in a Traditional Riad in Fez: $40
- Baking Workshops at Fez Cooking School at Palais Amani: $43
- Family Dinner in Fes with Tea and Fun Stories: $45
- Unforgettable Cooking Class in Fez: $45
- Cooking Class with Bread Workshop and Pastry in Fes: $46
- Fez Souk tour & traditional Home Cooking: $51
- Moroccan Cooking Class and Fez Market Visit and Meal: $55
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jaisalmer $11Fez $9.22
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jaisalmer
For Jaisalmer, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Sam Sand Dunes for Two$3.16
Tours and Activities in Jaisalmer
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jaisalmer.
- 02 nights authentic wild camping & Luxury Camping Experience: $129
- 2 Days Sharing Group Thar Desert Safari Adventure Tour: $8.60
- 2 Days-1 Night Camel Tour: $110
- 2 Night 3 Days Non Touristic Thar Desert & Camel Safari Adventure: $49
- 2 Nights 3 Days Nomadic Thar Desert Adventure Safari Tour: $105
- 3 Days Private Jaisalmer Tour: $180
- 4-day Jaisalmer And Jodhpur Combo Tour: $210
- 5 Days Udaipur Jodhpur & Jaisalmer Tour: $266
- Adventure & Campfire Overnight Desert Safari: $32
- Adventure non touristic camel safari: $27
- All-Inclusive Jaisalmer Full or Half Day Sightseeing Tour: $48
- Amazing Overnight experience under the stars in Thar Desert: $59
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$2.04
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: $59
- 2 Day Fes to Merzouga Desert Tour: $126
- 2 Day Private Sahara Adventure from Fez to Merzouga and Back: $239
- 2 Days 1 Night Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech (Luxury Camp ): $148
- 2 Days Desert Tour From Fes back to Fes: $194
- 2 Days Fes Desert Tour with Night luxury Tent & Quad/Camel ride: $144
- 2 Days Merzouga Desert Tour from Fes: $184
- 2-Day Desert Tour From Fes To Merzouga/Marrakech: $120
- 2-Day Desert Tour from Fes to Fes or Marrakech with Camel Trek: $95
- 2-Day Guided Tour from Fes to the Desert: $171
- 2-Day Luxury Sahara Tour: Fes to Marrakech or Fes: $103
- 2-Day Sahara Desert Adventure: Fes to Merzouga Tour: $147
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJaisalmer $8.13Fez $12
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: $179
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jaisalmer and Fez, we can see that Fez is more expensive. And not only is Jaisalmer much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jaisalmer 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 Jaisalmer would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jaisalmer 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 Jaisalmer.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jaisalmer Expensive? and Is Fez Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jaisalmer or Fez?
Fez has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Jaisalmer. When comparing the sizes of Jaisalmer 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.