Which place is cheaper, Jaisalmer 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 Jaisalmer?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Luxor or Jaisalmer? 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 Jaisalmer?
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.
Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer is located in western part of the Rajasthan state of India. The city is known as the "Golden City" for its Sonar Qila, or 'Golden Fort'. This fort is different than other forts in India in that it is a living fort, meaning that it contains many hotels, homes, and shops for locals and visitors. The city is very close to the Thar Desert, to which excursions can be made.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Egypt, The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Adventure Tours to India, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in India.
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Luxor Prices
Egypt PricesJaisalmer Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLuxor $32Jaisalmer $41
The average daily cost (per person) in Luxor is $32, while the average daily cost in Jaisalmer is $41. 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 Jaisalmer in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLuxor $11Jaisalmer $12
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLuxor $22Jaisalmer $24
Compare Hotels in Luxor and Jaisalmer
Looking for a hotel in Luxor or Jaisalmer? 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 Jaisalmer Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Luxor $5.40Jaisalmer $11
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$0.40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Luxor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Luxor:
- 3-Night Nile Cruise to Aswan with Transfers and Meals: $643
- Private Car And Minibus Transfer Luxor City To Soma Bay: $282
- Private Transfer Luxor To Sahl Hasheesh - Car & Minibus Options: $282
- Luxor Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride and Transfer to Marsa Alam: $270
- Private Transfer Luxor To Hurghada City - Car And Minibus Options: $264
- One-night Nile Cruise to Aswan with Transfer: $214
- shared Transfer : Luxor to Hurghada: $205
- Private Transfer from Luxor to anywhere in Aswan: $200
- Luxor Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride and Transfer to El Gouna: $190
- Private Van Transfer: Luxor to Hurghada: $180
- Luxor to Hurghada Private Transfer – Reliable Ride: $180
- Kom Ombo Temple Private Tour from Luxor – Transfer & Guide/Ticket: $180
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jaisalmer
Also for Jaisalmer, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Jaisalmer : Private Transfer To Bikaner: $55
- From Jaisalmer : Transfer To Jodhpur Via Osian Temple: $48
- 2-Night Camel Safari with Meals & Transfers: $55
- Bada Bagh Sunset Tour with Private Transfer: $50
- Jaiselmer to Bikaner drop Private Transfers Car service: $27
- One Way Jaisalmer To Jodhpur Transfer: $42
- One Way Transfer From Jaisalmer To Jodhpur: $42
- One Way Transfer Service From Jaisalmer Airport To Hotel: $11
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Agra: $181
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Bikaner: $62
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Khuri Sand Dunes: $19
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Pushkar: $85
Is it cheaper to fly into Luxor or Jaisalmer?
Prices for flights to both Jaisalmer 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 $16Jaisalmer $20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Luxor
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Luxor.
- Luxury Nile Sunset Felucca Sail | Private Dinner - Hotel Transfer: $15
- Tourist market,local food tour,the gym and coffee in Luxor: $19
- Sunset Felucca on the Nile in Luxor with Optional Lunch or Dinner: $20
- Luxor West Bank By Night and Alabaster Museum Tour with Dinner: $30
- Riding a felucca at Sunset and Dinner an Egyptian House in Luxor: $40
- 3 Hours Culinary Journey with Family Food Tour in Luxor: $40
- Nile River Lunch or Dinner Cruise in Luxor (private Tour): $44
- Luxor City Private Walking and Food Tour: $50
- Open-Air Farm Luxor Lunch or Dinner Experience in a Green: $60
- Felucca at Sunset and Dinner at an Egyptian House in Luxor: $60
- Private Luxor Temple Night Tour with Romantic Nile-View Dinner: $60
- Private Romantic Dinner with Fallucca Sail boat on the Nile Luxor: $63
Typical Food Prices in Jaisalmer
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jaisalmer:
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Dinner$4.20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jaisalmer
For Jaisalmer, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Jaisalmer Food Tour: Taste the Flavors of the Golden City!: $14
- Jaisalmer Heritage & Cultural Walking & Street Food Tour: $25
- Camel Trails Sunset Safari with Dinner: $29
- Jodhpur Camel & Jeep Safari with Sunset, Folk Dance, Dinner: $30
- Half-Day Camel Tour with Dinner: $34
- Pleasant Sunset Safari With Dinner On Dunes (From 2:00 PM to Approx. 10:00 PM): $35
- Dinner on the Dunes & Camel Safari: $36
- Sunset Safari With Dinner: $37
- Jeep Safari, Camel Ride, Dinner and Folk Dance: $42
- Half-Day Desert Safari with Camel Ride and Dinner: $45
- Thar Desert: Camel Ride, Sunset, and Dinner with Stargazing: $54
- Jeep Safari,Camel Ride,Buffet Dinner & Folk Dance: $55
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Luxor $9.95Jaisalmer $11
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)$0.54
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Temple Karnak for Two$2.62
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Camel Ride for Two$1.21
Tours and Activities in Luxor
Here are a few actual costs in Luxor for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- (2 nights / 3 days )Nile cruise from Luxor to aswan: $300
- (Private) Half Day Tour Luxor Temple and Karnak Temples: $13
- 1 Day tour from luxor to safaga Snorkling boat trip: $50
- 2 Day Private Luxor Tour with Guide: $199
- 2 Day Private Tour of Luxor: $290
- 2 Day in Luxor tours: $336
- 2 Days Luxor Tour Including king's Valley, and Artisans Valley: $99
- 2 Days Private Guided tour King's Valley king Tut tomb Light Show: $75
- 2 Days Private Luxor Tour: $190
- 2 Days Private Tour Karnak & Luxor Temples, and Luxor West bank: $101
- 2 Days Sightseeing Tour of Luxor Highlights: $140
- 2 Days Tour from Luxor to Abu Simbel include admission& Lunch: $299
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jaisalmer
For Jaisalmer, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Sam Sand Dunes for Two$3.15
Tours and Activities in Jaisalmer
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jaisalmer.
- City Sightseeing with Experienced Guide: $3.16
- Agra: Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour w/Fatehpur Sikri: $4.50
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal Sunrise and Agra Fort Private Tour: $7.00
- Jaisalmer Walking Tour: A Stroll Through Time and Culture: $11
- Explore Jaisalmer at Night (2 Hour Guided Walking Tour): $11
- Colorful Markets of Jaisalmer (3 Hour Guided Tour): $11
- Heritage & Cultural Trails of Jaisalmer Guided Walking Tour: $11
- Cultural & Heritage Trails of Jaisalmer (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- 5.5 Hour City Walking Tour with a Guide: $12
- Experience Jaisalmer at Night (2 Hour Guided Walking Tour): $14
- Heritage & Cultural Trails of Jaisalmer- Guided Walking Tour: $14
- Vibrant Markets of Jaisalmer (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $14
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLuxor $2.98Jaisalmer $8.09
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Luxor and Jaisalmer, we can see that Jaisalmer 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 Jaisalmer is in Asia, 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 Jaisalmer would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Jaisalmer 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 Jaisalmer Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Luxor or Jaisalmer?
Luxor has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Jaisalmer. When comparing the sizes of Luxor and Jaisalmer, 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.