Which place is cheaper, Alicante or Luxor?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Luxor or Alicante?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Luxor or Alicante? 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: Luxor or Alicante?
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.
Alicante
Alicante is a gorgeous coastal city in the Costa Blanca region, on the east coast of Spain. The region is famous for its white sandy beaches, the party-haven of Benidorm and the stunning palm tree-lined boulevard in the city of Alicante. I have been visiting Alicante for close to 20 years, so, it has become almost a second home to me. Here are my top tips to have the best vacation in Alicante.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Egypt, The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLuxor $17Alicante $136
The average daily cost (per person) in Luxor is $17, while the average daily cost in Alicante is $136. 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 Luxor and Alicante in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLuxor $7.62Alicante $45
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLuxor $15Alicante $90
Compare Hotels in Luxor and Alicante
Looking for a hotel in Luxor or Alicante? 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: Luxor Hotel Prices and Alicante Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Luxor $3.91Alicante -
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$0.42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Luxor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Luxor:
- Hot Air Balloon, Luxor Museum and Mummification with Transfer: $80
- Luxor Airport Transfer : $15
- Luxor airport transfer : $25
- Luxor airport transfer To any place in the East Bank: $12
- Private Transfer From Luxor to Aswan: $73
- Transfers From Luxor To Hurghada : $140
- 4- Hours Private Transfer With Driver In Luxor : $20
- Airport Shuttles private Transfer to your Hotel/ Nile Cruise Boat: $10
- Airport private transfer Luxor airport: $21
- Airport private transfer Luxor airport: $27
- Comfortable Private Transfer from Luxor to El Cairo: $273
- Departure Transfer from Luxor Hotels to Luxor airport: $6.40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alicante
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alicante:
- Albir: Alicante Airport (ALC) Private Transfer: $90
- Alicante Airport (El Altet) (ALC) Arrival Transfer (Airport to Alicante Hotels): $78
- Alicante Airport(ALC) to Alicante City: Arrival Private Transfer: $33
- Alicante to Alicante Airport (ALC)- Departure Private Transfer: $33
- Airport Transfer Alicante - Valencia: $201
- Bullring and Castle Guided Tour with Taxi Transfer: $74
- Private transfer Alicante Airport - Altea Hills: $94
- Calpe: Alicante Airport (ALC) Private Transfer: $111
- Private Roundtrip Transfer from Alicante Airport ALC to Alicante: $65
- Private Transfer - Alicante Airport (ALC) to Alicante Cruise Port: $39
- Private Transfer - Alicante Cruise Port to Alicante Airport (ALC): $39
- Private Transfer from Alicante (ALC) Airport to Hacienda Riquelme Golf Resort: $180
Is it cheaper to fly into Luxor or Alicante?
Prices for flights to both Alicante and Luxor 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 dayLuxor $5.83Alicante $77
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Luxor
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Luxor.
- Dinner on the River Nile with Belly Dancing: $35
- Eat Like a Local:Traditional Egyptian Food / Dinner at Local Family Home - Luxor: $36
- Luxor Sunset Felucca Ride and Banana Island with Lunch or Dinner: $38
- Dinner Cruise on the Nile River: $43
- Sunset Felucca Ride and Banana Island with Lunch or Dinner Luxor: $45
- Luxor Sunset Felucca Ride and Banana Island with Lunch or Dinner : $50
- Private Half Day Felucca Ride and Banana Island with Lunch or Dinner From Luxor: $52
- Karnak Sound And Light Show With Dinner, Felucca : $64
- Luxor & Mummification Museums & City Tour by H. Carriage & Dinner: $70
- Enjoy Half Day Sunset Felucca Ride and Banana Island with Lunch or Dinner: $90
- Full day trip west Bank, Dandara and dinner on a boat.: $128
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alicante
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alicante.
- Secret Flavors Food Tour: $31
- Paella and Sangria Cooking Workshop: $60
- Paella and Sangría Cooking Workshop: $64
- Central Market Guided Food Tour with Tapas Bars: $70
- Alicante Food Tour: $71
- Fuse Spanish With Italian For Dinner In Mutxamel: $89
- Alicante PRIVATE Food Tour With Locals: 10 Food & Drink Tastings Included: $136
- Cooking Class with Private Chef and Local Wine: $176
- Alicante cooking class with a private chef: $180
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Luxor $6.74Alicante $56
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)$0.57
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Temple Karnak for Two$2.74
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Camel Ride for Two$1.26
Tours and Activities in Luxor
Here are a few actual costs in Luxor for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Ramesseum Mortuary Temple of Ramses II Entry Ticket: $4.56
- Valley Of The Queens Entry Ticket: $4.60
- Entry Ticket To Valley of the Queens: $4.60
- Valley Of The Kings Entry Ticket: $4.60
- Mummification Museum Entry Ticket: $5.10
- Souvenir Shopping Tour, Luxor: $5.13
- Luxor Museum Entry Ticket: $7.60
- See the Valley of the Kings & More: Shared Tour (All-Inclusive): $8.80
- Karnak Temple And Luxor Temple Private Day Tour : $8.95
- Explore Luxor temple and City Private Tour by Flucca: $9.00
- Temple Of Queen Hatshepsut Entry Ticket: $9.20
- Temple of Queen Hatshepsut Entry Tickets : $9.20
Typical Entertainment Prices in Alicante
Here are a few typical costs in Alicante for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Food and Tapas Tour (for 2)$58
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Catamaran Cruise (for 2)$71
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Wine Tasting Tour (for 2)$128
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Walking Tour (for 2)$64
Tours and Activities in Alicante
Here are a few actual costs in Alicante for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Tour of Alicante Bullring & Bullfighting Museum with Audioguide: $9.81
- Tour de historias y leyendas del Castillo de Santa Bárbara: $13
- Alicante Discovery Tour from Benidorm: $28
- Seven Secrets of Alicante Discovery Tour: $31
- Alicante Historic Small Group Tour with Tapas Tasting: $32
- Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide : $32
- City. Discover Alicante by E-Bike & walking tour: $32
- Calas and Beaches E-Bike Tour with Snorkeling: $32
- City and Beach Bike Tour: $32
- Alicante City & Beach Bike Tour : $33
- 2-Hour Late Afternoon Catamaran Cruise: $34
- Highlights Bike Tour: $34
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLuxor $2.26Alicante -
Sample the Local Flavors in Alicante
Also in Alicante, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Santa Bárbara Castle Wine Tasting with Cold Cuts: $28
- Vineyards of Wine Tasting Tour: $73
- Alicante Wine Tour with Wine Tasting : $74
- Private Tour of Vinalopó Castles and Wine Tasting: $82
- Food Walking Tour with Wine Tasting and Tapas: $144
- Alicante Wine Tasting and Tapas for Foodies: $147
- Total Alicante walking tour, tapas and wine tasting: $267
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Luxor and Alicante, we can see that Alicante is more expensive. And not only is Luxor much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Luxor is in Africa and Alicante is in Europe, 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 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 Alicante would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Alicante 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 Luxor Expensive? and Is Alicante Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Luxor or Alicante?
Luxor has a larger population, and is about 34% larger than the population of Alicante. When comparing the sizes of Luxor and Alicante, 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.
When is the best time to visit Luxor or Alicante?
Alicante has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Luxor experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Luxor or Alicante in the Summer?
Both Alicante and Luxor are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Luxor throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Alicante for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences.
It's very hot in Luxor this time of the year. Luxor is a little warmer than Alicante in the summer. The daily temperature in Luxor averages around 33°C (91°F) in July, and Alicante fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
In July, Luxor usually receives less rain than Alicante. Luxor gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Alicante receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLuxor 33°C (91°F)Alicante 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Luxor or Alicante in the Autumn?
Both Alicante and Luxor during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Luxor because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, many visitors come to Alicante in the autumn for the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Luxor is a little warmer than Alicante. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Luxor in October average around 25°C (77°F), and Alicante averages at about 20°C (68°F).
Luxor usually gets less rain in October than Alicante. Luxor gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Alicante receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLuxor 25°C (77°F)Alicante 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Luxor or Alicante in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Luxor and Alicante. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Luxor year-round. Furthermore, most visitors come to Alicante for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In January, Luxor is generally a little warmer than Alicante. Daily temperatures in Luxor average around 14°C (57°F), and Alicante fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In January, Luxor usually receives less rain than Alicante. Luxor gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Alicante receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLuxor 14°C (57°F)Alicante 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Luxor or Alicante in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Luxor as well as Alicante. Luxor attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the spring months attract visitors to Alicante because of the beaches.
Luxor is much warmer than Alicante in the spring. The daily temperature in Luxor averages around 25°C (77°F) in April, and Alicante fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
Luxor usually gets less rain in April than Alicante. Luxor gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Alicante receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLuxor 25°C (77°F)Alicante 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Alicante and Luxor
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Feb | 15°C (59°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 20°C (68°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Jun | 32°C (90°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Aug | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (86°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
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