Which place is cheaper, Chefchaouen or Luxor?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Luxor or Chefchaouen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Luxor or Chefchaouen? 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 Chefchaouen?
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.
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 Sightseeing Tours in Egypt, The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLuxor $17Chefchaouen $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Luxor is $17, while the average daily cost in Chefchaouen is $57. 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 Chefchaouen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLuxor $7.62Chefchaouen $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLuxor $15Chefchaouen $48
Compare Hotels in Luxor and Chefchaouen
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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 Chefchaouen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Luxor $3.91Chefchaouen $15
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:
- 3-Night Nile Cruise to Aswan with Transfers and Meals: $429
- One Way Transfer From Luxor to Alexandria In A Private Vehicle: $295
- Private transfer from Luxor to Aswan by Car: $280
- Luxor to Marsa Alam Private Transfer: $277
- Comfortable Private Transfer from Luxor to El Cairo: $273
- Private Transfer from Luxor to Aswan: $270
- Enjoy 2 days Luxor,Aswan,Abu Simbel includes daily lunch&transfers: $254
- Private Transfer from Luxor to Hurghada : $230
- Private Pickup Transfers from Luxor to Cairo by Bus : $220
- Private Transfer from luxor to Aswan with 2 stops in Komombo & Edfu Temples : $220
- Private Transfer Luxor City To El Gouna: $196
- Private transfer - from Luxor to Hurghada and visit Dendara en route: $192
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$1.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chefchaouen
Also for Chefchaouen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- One-Way Transfer from Tangier to Fez via chefchaouen : $295
- Chefchaouen to Fes Private Transfer: $125
- Chefchaouen to Fes Private Transfer - Luxury Car - or Fez to Chefchaouen: $174
- Chefchaouen to Fes: Private Transfer (English Speaking Driver): $244
- Chefchaouen to Tangier private transfer: $118
- Chefchaouen to the city of Casablanca Private Transfer: $173
- Fes: One-Way Transfer to Chefchaouen "The Blue City": $27
- Fes: Transfer to Tangier via Chefchaouen: $185
- From Fes:2-Day Transfers to Chefchaouen & back to Fez/Tanger: $75
- One way transfer Chefchaouen to Fes or vice versa: $116
- One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes: $27
- One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes : $25
Is it cheaper to fly into Luxor or Chefchaouen?
Prices for flights to both Chefchaouen 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 $5.83Chefchaouen $18
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 Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Chefchaouen:
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Lunch for Two$8.97
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Dinner for Two$9.97
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Cupcake$0.30
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Nutella and Yogurt$1.99
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chefchaouen
For Chefchaouen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Funny Family Cooking Class in Blue City: $28
- Cooking Class in Mountain From Chefchaouen: $44
- Vegetarian food Cooking Class in Chefchaouen: $44
- 3-Hour Cooking Class overlooking the Blue City: $55
- 4 hours Private Cooking Class With Family in Chefchaouen: $60
- Chefchaouen Cooking Class : $65
- Chefchaouen Food Tour: $65
- Chefchaouen Food Tour: $68
- Guided Food Tour with over 6 Tasting Stops: $69
- Discovery more Chefchaouen evening food tour with locals: $70
- Make Your Own Tajine and Pastilla Cooking Class: $76
- Chefchaouen Traditional Cooking Class: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Luxor $6.74Chefchaouen $17
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:
- 7 Hours Private Tour in Luxor with Lunch : $35
- City Tour, Hot Air Balloon, Kings Valley, Felucca in Luxor: $110
- Daily Tour at The East & West Bank of the Nile: $108
- Day Private Tour to Karnak and Luxor Temples: $90
- Day Tour to East and West Banks From Luxor: $24
- Day Tour to Hathor Temple at Dendera from Luxor by car: $72
- Day Tour to Madinet Habu Temple & the Workers Tombs: $54
- Day tour to Aswan from Luxo visit Edfu,Kom Ombo,Phila Temples & Aswan dam.: $276
- Dendera Temple Half Day Tour from Luxor: $29
- Dendera and Abydos Temples Day Tour from Luxor with Lunch: $75
- Dendera and Abydos Templs Full Day Tour: $170
- East Bank Tour in Luxor: $87
Tours and Activities in Chefchaouen
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chefchaouen.
- Walking Tour in Chefchaouen: $14
- Chefchaouen with Local Eyes Guided Walking Tour: $15
- Tour by local guide : $16
- Chefchaouen Tour with Aman: $20
- Chefchaouen tour guide: $22
- From Fez: Day Tour to the Blue Town of Chefchaouenf: $26
- From Fez: Day Tour to the Blue Town of Chefchaouen: $28
- Day Tour to Chefchaouen from Fes with Local Expert: $28
- Best Experience Fes to Chefchaouen Day Tour multi languages: $34
- From Fez: Chefchaouen Guided Day Tour: $35
- 3-Hour Private Legacy Tour in Chefchaouen: $35
- Discover Chefchaouen : A Walking Tour through Hidden Gems: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLuxor $2.26Chefchaouen $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Luxor and Chefchaouen, we can see that Chefchaouen 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 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 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 Chefchaouen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Luxor or Chefchaouen?
Luxor has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Chefchaouen. When comparing the sizes of Luxor 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.
When is the best time to visit Luxor or Chefchaouen?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Luxor or Chefchaouen in the Summer?
Both Chefchaouen and Luxor during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Luxor because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Chefchaouen year-round.
Luxor usually gets less rain in July than Chefchaouen. Luxor gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
The heat can be very extreme in Luxor. In the summer, Luxor is a little warmer than Chefchaouen. Typically, the summer temperatures in Luxor in July average around 33°C (91°F), and Chefchaouen averages at about 24°C (74°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLuxor 33°C (91°F)Chefchaouen 24°C (74°F)
Should I visit Luxor or Chefchaouen in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Luxor and Chefchaouen. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Luxor year-round. Chefchaouen attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Luxor usually receives less rain than Chefchaouen. Luxor gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In October, Luxor is generally a little warmer than Chefchaouen. Daily temperatures in Luxor average around 25°C (77°F), and Chefchaouen fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLuxor 25°C (77°F)Chefchaouen 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Luxor or Chefchaouen in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Luxor as well as Chefchaouen. Luxor attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Chefchaouen throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Chefchaouen. Luxor usually gets less rain in January than Chefchaouen. Luxor gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
Luxor is a little warmer than Chefchaouen in the winter. The daily temperature in Luxor averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Chefchaouen fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLuxor 14°C (57°F)Chefchaouen 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Luxor or Chefchaouen in the Spring?
Both Chefchaouen and Luxor are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Luxor throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Chefchaouen because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Luxor usually receives less rain than Chefchaouen. Luxor gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In the spring, Luxor is much warmer than Chefchaouen. Typically, the spring temperatures in Luxor in April average around 25°C (77°F), and Chefchaouen averages at about 15°C (60°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLuxor 25°C (77°F)Chefchaouen 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Chefchaouen and Luxor
| Luxor | Chefchaouen | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Feb | 15°C (59°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
| Mar | 20°C (68°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jun | 32°C (90°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (86°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
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