A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Luxor vs. Cadiz for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Luxor or Cadiz?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Luxor or Cadiz? 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 Cadiz?

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.

Cadiz

Cadiz is a port city in the southwestern area of Spain. It is the oldest continuously inhabited city in Spain, and one of the oldest in western Europe, which means it has a lot of historic charm and many historic landmarks. Cadiz stands on a peninsula jutting out into a bay which is a small slice of land, and is almost entirely surrounded by water. The landscape has a lot of natural beauty, and there is plenty to see and do. Because of its long history, some areas of the city are very old and these sections differ drastically from the newer more modern areas; where the older neighborhoods have narrow, winding streets, the newer areas have wide avenues with modern buildings. Unlike most other ports of its size it seems immediately relaxed and easy going, not at all threatening, even at night. The city has a great tradition of liberalism and tolerance making it a very welcoming destination.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Egypt, The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain.


Which place is cheaper, Cadiz or Luxor?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Luxor is $17, while the average daily cost in Cadiz is $163. 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 Cadiz in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Luxor $7.62
    Cadiz $82
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Luxor $15
    Cadiz $164
Compare Hotels in Luxor and Cadiz

Looking for a hotel in Luxor or Cadiz? 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.

Hotels in Luxor


Hotels in Cadiz


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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 Cadiz Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Luxor $3.91
    Cadiz $33
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Luxor

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Luxor:


  • Taxi Ride
    $0.42

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Luxor

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Luxor:

  • Luxor Airport Private Transfer: $6.00
  • Private Transfer from & to Luxor Airport from Any Hotel in Luxor: $6.00
  • Departure Transfer from Luxor Hotels to Luxor airport: $6.40
  • private Transfer From Luxor Hotel To The Airport Or Vice Versa : $7.00
  • Transfers from Luxor Airport to Hotels or to Nile Cruise: $7.00
  • Luxor Airport Departure: Convenient Private Hotel Transfer: $7.02
  • Luxor Airport Private Luxury Transfer (Arrival or Departure): $7.20
  • Pick up Transfers From Luxor Airport To Luxor Hotels: $7.50
  • Pickup Transfers And Taxi Services From Hotel In Luxor To Luxor Airport: $7.50
  • Private Transfer from Luxor Airport to Luxor Hotels: $8.00
  • Luxor Private Transfer From East&west Banks hotels to the Airport: $8.00
  • Luxor Private Transfer East Bank hotels to Airport or vice versa: $8.00

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cadiz

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cadiz:

  • Private Transfer from Cadiz city hotels to Cadiz Cruise Port: $28
  • Private Transfer from/to Cadiz Airport to/from Hotel: $87

Is it cheaper to fly into Luxor or Cadiz?

Prices for flights to both Cadiz 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Luxor $5.83
    Cadiz $49

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

Typical Food Prices in Cadiz

Some typical examples of dining costs in Cadiz are as follows:


  • Dinner and Tapas
    $16
  • Lunch for 1
    $11

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cadiz

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cadiz.

  • Tapas Food Tour in Jerez de la Frontera: $39
  • Food Tour Cadiz: $75
  • Tabancos Food Tour Jerez: $92

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Luxor $6.74
    Cadiz $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:


  • Boat Ride (for 2)
    $0.57
  • Temple Karnak for Two
    $2.74
  • 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
  • Valley Of The Kings Entry Ticket: $4.60
  • Entry Ticket To Valley of the Queens: $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 Tickets : $9.20
  • Temple Of Queen Hatshepsut Entry Ticket: $9.20

Typical Entertainment Prices in Cadiz

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Cadiz are as follows:


  • Cadiz Sightseeing Tour
    $16

Tours and Activities in Cadiz

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cadiz are as follows:

  • Audioguided Tour of Cádiz Monumental, at your pace: $4.27
  • Cadiz Town Center Outdoor Escape Game: A Story Adventure: $6.94
  • Story Adventure Outdoor Escape Game in Cadiz Town Center : $7.07
  • Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $8.02
  • Cádiz Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.96
  • Historical Walking Tour: $11
  • City Center Guided Walking Tour: $11
  • Guided tour of Cádiz: stories from the hand of a local guide: $11
  • Cádiz: Cadiz Milenaria Guided Tour: $13
  • Self Guided Walking Tour of Charming Cadiz: $15
  • Cádiz: Self-Guided Audio Smartphone App Tour: $15
  • Discover Cádiz walking tour: $16

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Luxor $2.26
    Cadiz $30

Sample the Local Flavors in Cadiz

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cadiz:

  • Private Tour with Tapas, Wine Tasting and Bike Rental: $107
  • Countryside Olive Oil & Wine Tasting: $128


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Luxor and Cadiz, we can see that Cadiz 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 Cadiz 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 Cadiz would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cadiz 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 Cadiz Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Luxor or Cadiz?

Luxor has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Cadiz. When comparing the sizes of Luxor and Cadiz, 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 Cadiz?

Cadiz 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 Cadiz in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Luxor and Cadiz. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Luxor year-round. Also, most visitors come to Cadiz for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences during these months.

Luxor can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Luxor is generally a little warmer than Cadiz. Daily temperatures in Luxor average around 33°C (91°F), and Cadiz fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).

In July, Luxor usually receives rain Cadiz. Luxor gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Cadiz receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Luxor 33°C (91°F) 
    Cadiz 25°C (77°F)

Should I visit Luxor or Cadiz in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Luxor as well as Cadiz. Luxor attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Cadiz because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

Luxor is a little warmer than Cadiz in the autumn. The daily temperature in Luxor averages around 25°C (77°F) in October, and Cadiz fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).

Luxor usually gets less rain in October than Cadiz. Luxor gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Cadiz receives 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Luxor 25°C (77°F) 
    Cadiz 20°C (68°F)

Should I visit Luxor or Cadiz in the Winter?

Both Cadiz and Luxor are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Luxor throughout the year. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Cadiz this time of year.

In the winter, Luxor is around the same temperature as Cadiz. Typically, the winter temperatures in Luxor in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Cadiz averages at about 13°C (55°F).

In January, Luxor usually receives less rain than Cadiz. Luxor gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Cadiz receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Luxor 14°C (57°F) 
    Cadiz 13°C (55°F)

Should I visit Luxor or Cadiz in the Spring?

Both Cadiz and Luxor during the spring 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 travelers come to Cadiz for the beaches and the natural beauty.

In April, Luxor is generally a little warmer than Cadiz. Daily temperatures in Luxor average around 25°C (77°F), and Cadiz fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

Luxor usually gets less rain in April than Cadiz. Luxor gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Cadiz receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Luxor 25°C (77°F) 
    Cadiz 17°C (63°F)

Typical Weather for Cadiz and Luxor

Luxor Cadiz
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 14°C (57°F) 0 mm (0 in) 13°C (55°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Feb 15°C (59°F) 0 mm (0 in) 14°C (57°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Mar 20°C (68°F) 0 mm (0 in) 16°C (61°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Apr 25°C (77°F) 0 mm (0 in) 17°C (63°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
May 30°C (86°F) 0 mm (0 in) 19°C (66°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Jun 32°C (90°F) 0 mm (0 in) 22°C (72°F) 7 mm (0.3 in)
Jul 33°C (91°F) 0 mm (0 in) 25°C (77°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Aug 31°C (88°F) 0 mm (0 in) 25°C (77°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Sep 30°C (86°F) 0 mm (0 in) 23°C (73°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Oct 25°C (77°F) 1 mm (0 in) 20°C (68°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Nov 20°C (68°F) 0 mm (0 in) 17°C (63°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Dec 15°C (59°F) 0 mm (0 in) 14°C (57°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)