Which place is cheaper, Chefchaouen or Lucknow?
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 Lucknow or Chefchaouen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Lucknow and Chefchaouen can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Lucknow or Chefchaouen?
Lucknow
Lucknow, located in the central region of Awadh, is the capital city of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. With a very rich cultural and historical past, Lucknow has been at the heart of North Indian culture for many centuries. It thrives in areas of art, cuisine, dance, culture, music, and more.
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 Yoga Tours and Retreats in India, The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.
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Lucknow Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLucknow $52Chefchaouen $76
The average daily cost (per person) in Lucknow is $52, while the average daily cost in Chefchaouen is $76. 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 Lucknow and Chefchaouen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLucknow $17Chefchaouen $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLucknow $34Chefchaouen $52
Compare Hotels in Lucknow and Chefchaouen
Looking for a hotel in Lucknow 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.
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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: Lucknow Hotel Prices and Chefchaouen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lucknow $11Chefchaouen $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lucknow
Also for Lucknow, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- One-Way Transfer Agra-Lucknow by Private AC Car: $107
- Private Transfer from Lucknow to Chaudhary Charan Singh (LKO) Airport: $44
- Private Transfer from Chaudhary Charan Singh (LKO) Airport to Lucknow: $44
- Lucknow, Varanasi, Ayodhya or Prayagraj: One-Way Transfer: $42
- Private Transfer from Lucknow to Kanpur: $25
- Premium Lucknow Airport Transfer: Comfortable & Convenience: $23
- Lucknow Airport Private Arrival Transfers: $8.15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Chefchaouen:
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Taxi Ride$1.08
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chefchaouen
Also for Chefchaouen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer to/from Tangier and Chefchaouen: $210
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Tangier: $81
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Asliha: $82
- Private Transfers from Chefchaouen to Fez (one way): $110
- Private Transfer from Chefchaouen to Tanger-Ibn Batouta (TNG) Airport: $232
- Private Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fez (Door To Door): $94
- Private Transfer From Chefchaouen to Tangier: $87
- Private Transfer From Chefchaouen to Rabat: $158
- Private Luxury Transfer from Chefchaouen to Tangier: $280
- Private Guided Tour with Minivan Transfer Chefchaouen to Tangier: $225
- One-way transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes: $28
- One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes: $23
Is it cheaper to fly into Lucknow or Chefchaouen?
Prices for flights to both Chefchaouen and Lucknow 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 dayLucknow $26Chefchaouen $33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lucknow
For Lucknow, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Heritage Walk With Curated Dinner In Lucknow: $300
Typical Food Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Chefchaouen:
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Lunch for Two$9.76
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Dinner for Two$11
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Cupcake$0.33
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Nutella and Yogurt$2.17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chefchaouen
For Chefchaouen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Moroccan Dishes with a Local Family Cooking Classes: $23
- Authentic Chefchaouen Cooking Class and Market Tour and Flavors: $45
- Moroccan Cooking Class in Chefchaouen & Food Market by Chef Moha: $47
- Cooking class of the medditeranean diet: $49
- Cooking Class with Market Tour & Meal: $57
- Cooking Class with Market Tour and Meal in Chefchaouen: $59
- Moroccan Cooking Class with a Local Family & Market Visit: $59
- Cooking with a Local Family in Chefchaouen with Mountain View: $59
- Moroccan Cooking Class with a Local Family & Market Visit: $63
- Guided Food Tour with over 6 Tasting Stops: $72
- Traditional Cooking Class with Local Family | Village around Chefchaouen: $76
- Funny Family Cooking Class in Blue City: $85
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lucknow $13Chefchaouen $18
Tours and Activities in Lucknow
For Lucknow, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 5-Hour Lucknow Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Pickup: $69
- 8 Hour: Lucknow Full day City Sightseeing Trip: $54
- A Walking Tour for Vegetarian Foodies in Lucknow: $180
- Ayodhya Temple tour From Lucknow - Day tour: $110
- Best of Lucknow (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $73
- Colonial Walk of Lucknow (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Cultural Walking Tour of Lucknow with Local Snacks: $17
- Custom Private Lucknow Sightseeing Trip with Guided Trip: $54
- Day Tour Of Lucknow: $22
- Exploring Lucknow in Nightlights: Guided Tour by Foot: $14
- Flavors of Guided Food Tasting Tour with a Local: $23
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal Skip-the-Line Tour Fast-Track Entry: $75
Tours and Activities in Chefchaouen
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chefchaouen.
- 10-Day Morocco Adventure: Casablanca to the Sahara: $5,013
- 2 Hours Private Chefchaouen Walking Tour: $35
- 2.Days Desert Tour from fes to Fes: $135
- 3-Day Trekking from Chefchaouen – Rif Mountains Adventure: $234
- 3-Hour Private Legacy Tour in Chefchaouen: $22
- Akchour waterfalls tours: $94
- Art and Craft Experience in Chefchaouen-Full day: $129
- Authentic Moroccan Pastry and Tea Experience in Chefchaouen: $64
- Bake Moroccan Bread with a Local Family and Clay Oven Experience: $39
- Blue Cite Walking Tour-Hidden Alleys & Local Secrets with Guide: $70
- Blue Echoes of Chefchaouen |Sunset City Tour & snack tasting: $91
- Blue Pearl Discovery: Guided Walking Tour of Chefchaouen: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLucknow $6.24Chefchaouen $15
Sample the Local Flavors in Lucknow
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Lucknow:
- Pub Crawl Lucknow: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lucknow and Chefchaouen, we can see that Chefchaouen is more expensive. And not only is Lucknow much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Lucknow is in Asia 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 Lucknow would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lucknow 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 Chefchaouen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Chefchaouen than you might in Lucknow.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lucknow Expensive? and Is Chefchaouen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Lucknow or Chefchaouen?
Lucknow has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Chefchaouen. When comparing the sizes of Lucknow 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.
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.