Which place is cheaper, Kolkata (Calcutta) 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 Kolkata (Calcutta)?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Luxor or Kolkata (Calcutta)? 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 Kolkata (Calcutta)?
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.
Kolkata (Calcutta)
Formerly known as Calcutta, Kolkata is the capital of West Bengal, India. Featuring colonial architecture, galleries, temples, and festivals, the city has flourished from its roots as an East India Company trading post in the 18th Century to a thriving metropolis. Today Kolkata is a diverse center of culture and bustling activity.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Egypt, The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best 4-Week (1-Month) Tours in India, and The Best Bicycle Tours in India.
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Luxor Prices
Egypt PricesKolkata (Calcutta) Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLuxor $29Kolkata (Calcutta) $42
The average daily cost (per person) in Luxor is $29, while the average daily cost in Kolkata (Calcutta) is $42. 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 Kolkata (Calcutta) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLuxor $9.68Kolkata (Calcutta) $15
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLuxor $19Kolkata (Calcutta) $30
Compare Hotels in Luxor and Kolkata (Calcutta)
Looking for a hotel in Luxor or Kolkata (Calcutta)? 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 Kolkata (Calcutta) Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Luxor $4.87Kolkata (Calcutta) $4.50
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$0.36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Luxor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Luxor:
- Private VIP Luxor Airport Transfer with Meet and Greet: $5.00
- Luxor Airport Private Departure Transfer: $6.00
- Private Transfer from & to Luxor Airport from Any Hotel in Luxor: $6.00
- Private Transfer Between Luxor Airport & Any Hotel: $6.00
- Private Transfer From/To Luxor International Airport: $7.00
- Transfers from Luxor Airport to Hotels or to Nile Cruise: $7.00
- 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 Airport Transfer to or from Luxor Airport: $7.99
- Private transfer from/to Luxor train station: $8.00
- Luxor Private Transfer Hotel to Airport or vice versa: $8.00
- Luxor Private Transfer From East&west Banks hotels to the Airport: $8.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kolkata (Calcutta)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kolkata (Calcutta):
- Airport Taxi: Round Trip Transfer Between Kolkata & Kolkata Airport CCU: $43
- Build Your Own: custom private tour of Kolkata with transfers: $74
- Kolkata - Arrival transfer from Airport to Hotel: $43
- Kolkata Airport to Kolkata Hotels drop: Private Transfers: $33
- Path of Knowledge: A Heritage Walking Tour of Kolkata with Private Transfer: $153
- Private Transfer From Kolkata Airport to Hotel: $11
- Private Transfer from Kolkata to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose (CCU) Airport: $62
- Private Transfers from Kolkata to Kolkata Airport drop:: $33
- The Second City of Empire: A Kolkata Heritage Walking Tour with Private Transfer: $134
Is it cheaper to fly into Luxor or Kolkata (Calcutta)?
Prices for flights to both Kolkata (Calcutta) 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 $14Kolkata (Calcutta) $22
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Luxor
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Luxor.
- Tourist market,local food tour,the gym and coffee in Luxor: $19
- Luxury Nile Sunset Felucca Sail | Private Dinner - Hotel Transfer: $20
- Luxor West Bank By Night and Alabaster Museum Tour with Dinner: $30
- Enjoy lunch or dinner al fresco at Luxor Farm: $30
- Traditional Egyptian Cooking Experience with Luxor Local Family: $35
- Riding a felucca at Sunset and Dinner an Egyptian House in Luxor: $40
- Nile River Lunch or Dinner Cruise in Luxor (private Tour): $44
- Sunset Felucca Ride and Banana Island with Lunch or Dinner Luxor: $45
- Experience Egyptian cooking at Luxor Farm: $48
- 3-Hour Culinary Journey with Family Food Tour in Luxor: $65
- Felucca at Sunset and Dinner at an Egyptian House in Luxor: $75
- Luxor East Bank Private Experience with Authentic Cooking Class: $80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kolkata (Calcutta)
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kolkata (Calcutta).
- Cooking experience in Authentic Bengali House with Lunch/Dinner: $36
- Bengali Nights Kolkata Food Tour with 13+ Tastings: $39
- Alleyway Food Tour: $40
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Luxor $8.97Kolkata (Calcutta) $13
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)$0.49
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Temple Karnak for Two$2.36
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Camel Ride for Two$1.09
Tours and Activities in Luxor
Here are a few actual costs in Luxor for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Souvenir Shopping Tour, Luxor: $5.13
- Medinet Habu Temple QR Code Entry Ticket: $6.50
- Private Half Day Tour:Valley of Kings & Hatshepsut Temple& Memnon: $7.60
- Half Day Tour: Valley of the kings & Hatshepsut Temple and Memnon: $9.00
- Half Day Tour: Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple & Mamnon: $9.00
- Private Tour: Valley of the Kings & Hatchepsut Temple &Tut's Tomb: $9.70
- Private Half Day Luxor Tour Valley of Kings & Queens, Hatshepsut: $9.88
- Private Half-Day Tour: Exploring Luxor's East Bank: $10
- Explore Luxor in amazing City Tour, guide / Horse carriage: $10
- Historic Corniche Walking Experience with Refreshment: $10
- Half Day Tour: Valley of the Kings &Hatchepsut Temple &Tut's Tomb: $10
- Half Day Tour in Karnak Temple From East Bank of Luxor: $10
Tours and Activities in Kolkata (Calcutta)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kolkata (Calcutta) are as follows:
- Audio Guided Tour of Pathuriaghata – Finding the Tagores, Kolkata: $6.12
- Walking Tour of Kolkata Heritage and Food: $28
- Hello Calcutta Walk Tour: $30
- Flower Market Colors and Ganges Ghat Experience: $30
- Chasing The Sun Experience Kolkata's Culture: $35
- Hooghly River Evening Cruise: $36
- Cultural Confluence of Kolkata - Culture Kaleidoscope Tour: $39
- Kolkata's English History - European Calcutta Tour: $39
- Kolkata's Flower Market - Hooghly's Flower Fest Tour: $39
- Photography Tour of Mesmerizing Markets of Kolkata: $39
- Kolkata 3-Hour Tour of Kumortuli - The Goddess Beckons: $39
- Magic Hour Tour: $40
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLuxor $2.68Kolkata (Calcutta) $7.28
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Luxor and Kolkata (Calcutta), we can see that Kolkata (Calcutta) 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 Kolkata (Calcutta) 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 Kolkata (Calcutta) would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kolkata (Calcutta) 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 Kolkata (Calcutta) Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Luxor or Kolkata (Calcutta)?
Kolkata (Calcutta) has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Luxor. When comparing the sizes of Luxor and Kolkata (Calcutta), 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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