Which place is cheaper, Luxor or Kampala?
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 Kampala or Luxor?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Kampala or Luxor? 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: Kampala or Luxor?
Kampala
Kampala is the capital of Uganda in the South part of the country near Lake Victoria. It is the largest city in Uganda, with a population of over two million people. This city is very safe and the locals are known to be very kind and approachable.
Luxor
Egypt is surely on the top of every history lover's bucket list. Nowhere is the history more engrossing than in Luxor. From amazing monuments dating back to ancient Thebes to rows of temples up the Nile, this remarkable city is full the stories of past greatness.
The East Bank – or the central part of Luxor Township – is the hotbed for tourism. This is where most of the hotels and resorts are, while the West Bank is home to the ancient ruins and archaeological wonders you'll want to explore.
Before traveling to Egypt, be sure to check on the current affairs and political climate. It could have a major effect on the amount of tourists visiting, and, if conditions are too dangerous, you may want to reschedule. Also note, ladies, to avoid any issues, dress modestly. This is a very conservative region of the world. The less skin showing, the better.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Camping Tours in Uganda, The Best Safaris in Uganda, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Egypt, and The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt.
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Kampala Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKampala $71Luxor $30
The average daily cost (per person) in Kampala is $71, while the average daily cost in Luxor is $30. 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 Kampala and Luxor in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKampala $56Luxor $10
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKampala $112Luxor $20
Compare Hotels in Kampala and Luxor
Looking for a hotel in Kampala or Luxor? 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: Kampala Hotel Prices and Luxor Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kampala $2.35Luxor $5.14
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Kampala
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Kampala are as follows:
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Taxi around town$3.77
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kampala
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kampala:
- Airport Transfer from Entebbe to Kampala: $30
- Entebbe Airport pickup (Entebbe - Kampala) reliable 24/7 transfer: $48
- Entebbe Kampala Airport Transfer: $55
- Jinja 1 Day Source of River Nile Tour with Transfers: $250
- Private Airport & In-Country Transfers in Central Uganda: $60
- Private Entebbe Airport Transfer Pick-Up and Drop-off 24/7: $80
- Private Transfer from Entebbe Airport (EBB) Uganda to Kampala: $78
- Private Transfer from Kampala to Entebbe Airport (EBB) Uganda: $78
- The best Half day Kampala City Tour with Transfers: $110
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Luxor
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Luxor:
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Taxi Ride$0.38
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Luxor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Luxor:
- 4- Hours Private Transfer With Driver In Luxor: $20
- Airport private transfer Luxor airport: $20
- Airport private transfer Luxor airport: $27
- Cairo Airport Private Transfer: $31
- Day Tour to East and West Bank with Transfer to Aswan or Hurghada: $105
- Dendara & Abydos with return - Private transfer from Luxor: $50
- Dendera & Karnak VIP Tour with Transfer, Guide & Ticket Options: $250
- Exclusive Luxor To Cairo or Cairo 2 luxor Transfer Relax In Style: $120
- From Luxor To Hurghada Private Transfer One Way Transport: $145
- Full day transfer Luxor-Aswan over Esna, Edfu and Kom Ombo: $110
- Guided tour-transfer Luxor to Aswan over Esna, Edfu and Kom Ombo: $155
- Hassle-free Private Transfers from Luxor to Hurghada: $60
Is it cheaper to fly into Kampala or Luxor?
Prices for flights to both Luxor and Kampala 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 dayKampala $14Luxor $15
Typical Food Prices in Kampala
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Kampala:
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Lunch for 2$1.51
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kampala
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kampala.
- Cooking class Experience in Kampala Uganda: $35
- Matoke Moments Kampala Food Tour 12+ Tastings: $49
- Private Ugandan Food Cooking Class and Culture Experience: $55
- Kampala Kitchens Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $59
- Kampala City Walking Food Tour: $77
- Fishing Village Food Tour & Luwombo Stop: $119
- Kampala cooking tour: $133
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Luxor
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Luxor.
- Luxury Nile Sunset Felucca Sail | Private Dinner - Hotel Transfer: $20
- Luxor West Bank By Night and Alabaster Museum Tour with Dinner: $30
- Riding a felucca at Sunset and Dinner an Egyptian House in Luxor: $40
- 3 Hours Culinary Journey with Family Food Tour in Luxor: $40
- Nile River Lunch or Dinner Cruise in Luxor (private Tour): $44
- Sunset Felucca Ride and Banana Island with Lunch or Dinner Luxor: $45
- Experience Egyptian cooking at Luxor Farm: $48
- Private Luxor Temple Night Tour with Sunset Felucca & Dinner: $55
- 3-Hour Culinary Journey with Family Food Tour in Luxor: $65
- Felucca at Sunset and Dinner at an Egyptian House in Luxor: $75
- Luxor East Bank Private Experience with Authentic Cooking Class: $80
- Romantic Nile Felucca Dinner Experience in Luxor: $86
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kampala -Luxor $9.47
Tours and Activities in Kampala
Here are a few actual costs in Kampala for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- African Fabric Market Tour: $13
- Uganda Community Tour: $15
- 7-Hills Kampala Socio-Cultural Trek & Walking Experience: $20
- Best Kampala group Walking Tour.: $25
- Complete Kampala Tour Experience: $25
- Kampala Half-Day Walking Tour with Local Female Guides: $25
- Kampala’s Best Experience walking tour: $26
- Tombs, King’s palace & Gaddafi mosque walk (Airpals Safaris tour): $26
- Steve Kampala Walking tours (Airpals Safaris tour): $26
- Kampala Walking City Tours (Women-Guided): $27
- Inside Kampala Walking Tour (Female Guided): $28
- Entebbe City Walking Tour Markets History and Botanical Gardens: $29
Typical Entertainment Prices in Luxor
Here are a few typical costs in Luxor for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Boat Ride (for 2)$0.52
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Temple Karnak for Two$2.49
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Camel Ride for Two$1.15
Tours and Activities in Luxor
Here are a few actual costs in Luxor for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Dahabiya Nile Cruise between Luxor and Aswan: $5.00
- Medinet Habu Temple QR Code Entry Ticket: $6.50
- Private Luxor Tour: Queens Valley, Medinet Habu & Deir el-Medina: $8.40
- Half Day Tour: Valley of the kings & Hatshepsut Temple and Memnon: $9.00
- Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple Private Day Tour: $9.00
- Karnak Temple Sound and Light Show Experience in Luxor: $9.00
- VIP Private Nile Motorboat Experience in Luxor: $9.00
- Tour in the East Bank of Luxor: $9.00
- Half Day Tour:Valley of Kings, Hatshepsut TempIe, VaIIey Queens: $9.90
- Half-Day Luxor Tour: Valley of Kings, Hatshepsut & Memnon: $9.90
- Private Half Day Luxor Tour Valley of Kings & Queens, Hatshepsut: $9.96
- East Luxor Guided Bike Experience with Drinks & Photos: $10
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKampala -Luxor $2.83
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kampala and Luxor, we can see that Kampala is more expensive. And not only is Luxor much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Luxor would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Luxor 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 Kampala would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kampala than you might in Luxor.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kampala Expensive? and Is Luxor Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kampala or Luxor?
Kampala has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Luxor. When comparing the sizes of Kampala and Luxor, 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.