Which place is cheaper, Guatemala City or Luxor?
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 Luxor or Guatemala City?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Luxor or Guatemala City? 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 Guatemala City?
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.
Guatemala City
Referred to by the locals as "Guate," Guatemala City is the largest and most modern city in Guatemala, as well as its capital. While the atmosphere of the place is big, dirty, and dangerous with city fumes and skyscrapers, it is the hub of the country. It is the place where travelers first step foot into Guatemala and, though it is a place of modern chaos, it does have some of the best galleries and museums as well as a selection of bars, cafes, and restaurants.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Egypt, The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Guatemala, and The Best Adventure Tours to Guatemala.
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Luxor Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLuxor $30Guatemala City $56
The average daily cost (per person) in Luxor is $30, while the average daily cost in Guatemala City is $56. 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 Guatemala City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLuxor $10Guatemala City $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLuxor $20Guatemala City $50
Compare Hotels in Luxor and Guatemala City
Looking for a hotel in Luxor or Guatemala City? 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 Guatemala City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Luxor $5.13Guatemala City $6.28
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:
- Private transfer from/to Luxor train station: $5.00
- Private Luxor Transfer: Luxor Station to Hotel with Local Driver: $5.00
- Luxury VIP Luxor Airport Transfer to Hotels&Cruises |Meet & Greet: $5.00
- Cheap trip : Private transfer from luxor railway station to your hotel: $5.13
- Luxor Airport Private Departure Transfer: $6.00
- Private Transfer from & to Luxor Airport from Any Hotel in Luxor: $6.00
- Luxor Private Transfer Hotel to Airport or vice versa: $6.00
- Luxor Airport or vice versa private transfer: $6.07
- Seamless Transfers Between Luxor Airport & Your Hotel: $6.65
- Private Departure Transfer from Luxor Hotels to Luxor Airport: $7.00
- Transfers from Luxor Airport to Hotels or to Nile Cruise: $7.00
- Private Transfer From/To Luxor International Airport: $7.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guatemala City
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guatemala City:
- Airport Transfer for Large Groups – Private Bus: $195
- Guatemala Airport (GUA) to San Felipe de Lara - Arrival Transfer: $186
- Guatemala Airport Roundtrip Transfer to Antigua Guatemala: $56
- Guatemala City Airport (GUA) to Quetzaltenango-Arrival Transfer: $166
- PRIVATE TRANSFER From Airport/Guate City to ANTIGUA or Vice-versa: $40
- Private Airport Transfer La Aurora airport to Guatemala: $26
- Private Airport Transfer from Guatemala to La Aurora airport: $26
- Private Arrival Transfer: La Aurora International Airport to Antigua Hotel: $35
- Private Departure Transfer:Guatemala City-La Aurora Airport(GUA): $24
- Private Ground Transfer Airport - Antigua Guatemala: $30
- Private Ground Transfer Guatemala City To Panajachel, LakeAtitlan: $80
- Private Transfer - Guatemala Airport (GUA) to Puerto Quetzal Port: $206
Is it cheaper to fly into Luxor or Guatemala City?
Prices for flights to both Guatemala City 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 $15Guatemala City $27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Luxor
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Luxor.
- Experience Egyptian cooking at Luxor Farm: $10
- Luxury Nile Sunset Felucca Sail | Private Dinner - Hotel Transfer: $15
- Sunset Felucca on the Nile in Luxor with Optional Lunch or Dinner: $20
- Day Tour to Local Farm with Bread Making & Cooking Class: $25
- Nile River Lunch or Dinner Cruise in Luxor (private Tour): $44
- Sunset Dinner at a Traditional Egyptian House of Luxor: $45
- Cooking Session with Family in Luxor with lunch: $50
- Luxor City Private Walking and Food Tour: $50
- 3-Hour Culinary Journey with Family Food Tour in Luxor: $50
- Private Luxor Temple Night Tour with Felucca Sunset & Dinner: $55
- Sunset Felucca on the Nile in Luxor with Lunch or Dinner: $56
- Day Tour to Farm Luxor with Bread Making & Cooking Class: $62
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guatemala City
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guatemala City.
- Small-Group Cooking Class in Antigua from Guatemala City: $120
- Antigua Market, Cooking Class and Choco Museum from Guatemala City: $188
- Pacaya Volcano Vistas + Enjoy Pizza Surrounded by The Volcano: $195
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Luxor $9.45Guatemala City $1.23
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$2.48
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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:
- Luxor Full Day Tour East and West Bank with Sunrise Balloon Ride: $5.00
- Full Day Tour to Valley of the kings and West Banks of Luxor: $5.00
- Luxor Private Tour: Valley of Kings, Hatshepsut, and Memnon: $8.00
- Historic Corniche Walking Experience with Refreshment: $8.00
- Luxor Day Tour: Explore Valley of Kings,Queens, Hatshepsut Temple: $8.00
- luxor Private Tour: Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut & Memnon: $8.49
- Private Half Day Luxor Tour Valley of Kings & Queens, Hatshepsut: $8.90
- VIP Private Nile Motorboat Experience in Luxor: $9.00
- Sail into the Sunset on a Nile Felucca Cruise in Luxor: $9.00
- Half Day Tour: Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple & Mamnon: $9.00
- Karnak Temple Sound and Light Show Experience in Luxor: $9.00
- Luxor Temple and Karnak Temples (Half Day Tour private): $9.00
Tours and Activities in Guatemala City
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Guatemala City are as follows:
- Half Day Guatemala City Tour: $32
- Graffiti Walking Tour in 4 Grados Norte Guatemala City: $35
- Walking Tour of Guatemala City's Historical Center: $35
- Guatemala city walking tour only weekends. 2 persons and up: $39
- Half Day Antigua Guatemala Tour: $40
- Private Tour in the Historic Center of Guatemala City: $45
- City walking tour Guatemala City and Relieff Map: $47
- Night Photo Tour in Guatemala City: $50
- Heart of Guatemala City Tour with Local Guide: $50
- Antigua Guatemala Full-Day Shared City Tour: $54
- El mejor Tour VIP Ciudad de Guatemala (el mas Completo): $55
- Pacaya Volcano Shared Hiking Tour: $59
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLuxor $2.82Guatemala City $6.96
Sample the Local Flavors in Guatemala City
Also in Guatemala City, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Guatemala City Legends Tour + Craft Beers at El Cadejo Brewery: $105
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Luxor and Guatemala City, we can see that Guatemala City 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 Guatemala City is in Central America, 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 Guatemala City would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Guatemala City 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 Guatemala City Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Luxor or Guatemala City?
Guatemala City has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Luxor. When comparing the sizes of Luxor and Guatemala City, 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.
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