Which place is cheaper, Merzouga 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 Merzouga?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Luxor or Merzouga? 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 Merzouga?
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.
Merzouga
Let's say you want to truly get away. I don't mean putting your ear buds in on some beach with a stronger on the next chair over. I mean really get away, and find yourself deserted. Merzouga, Morocco lets you do just that. This land of sand dune after sand dune is ideal for anyone yearning to ride a camel to the ends of civilization. And you'll find plenty of options to get here with a tour, or even on your own.
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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Luxor Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLuxor $29Merzouga $22
The average daily cost (per person) in Luxor is $29, while the average daily cost in Merzouga is $22. 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 Merzouga in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLuxor $9.68Merzouga $10
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLuxor $19Merzouga $20
Compare Hotels in Luxor and Merzouga
Looking for a hotel in Luxor or Merzouga? 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 Merzouga Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Luxor $4.87Merzouga -
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 Merzouga
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Merzouga:
- Merzouga Luxury Camp & With Transfer included: $74
Is it cheaper to fly into Luxor or Merzouga?
Prices for flights to both Merzouga 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 $14Merzouga $10
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 Merzouga
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Merzouga.
- Visit The Nomads, Gnawa Music, Rally In Dunes, Berber Pizza: $3.41
- Authentic Merzouga Desert Camp with Camel Ride, 4x4 & Dinner: $45
- Exclusive Merzouga Desert Safari: Camel Ride, Sandsurf & Dinner: $50
- Desert excursion with camel trek into the camp Dinner breakfast: $50
- Private trip 4x4 in Merzouga Lunch with Berber Pizza: $57
- Cooking class in Merzouga Make Berber Madfouna in Sand: $57
- Merzouga Luxury AC/ Heating Camp: Camel Ride, Dinner & breakfast: $62
- Overnight At Luxury Desert Camp with Camel Ride and Dinner: $68
- Magical Dinner and Camel Trek with 1 Night In Merzouga Luxury Desert Camp: $105
- Erfoud Desert Tour, Sunset, Dinner, Camel Ride, Visit the Nomads: $148
- From 2-Nights In Luxury Camp with Camel Trek & Dinner.: $170
- 2 Nights Private Camp in Merzouga with Dinner and Camel Ride: $200
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Luxor $8.97Merzouga -
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 Merzouga
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Merzouga are as follows:
- 1 Night Camel Trekking Tour in Merzouga Desert Camp: $3.41
- Merzouga Desert Excursion - Sahara 4x4 Adventure: $3.41
- Quad Biking Desert Tour in Erg Chebbi Dunes & Sandboarding: $3.41
- Merzouga Sunset Adventure: Camel, Quad, Buggy or 4WD: $23
- Camel Ride Experience: $28
- Merzouga Quad Biking Experience: $32
- ATV Quad bikes in sahara dunes experience & sandboarding: $33
- Jeep Tour in Sahara Desert Merzouga, Morocco: $34
- Adventure in Merzouga with Quads, Jeep Tours, Camel Ride camping: $34
- 4×4 Jeep Tour in Merzouga: $34
- Desert 4×4 Tour Around Merzouga: $34
- 2 Hour Quad Desert Experience with Sandboarding: $37
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLuxor $2.68Merzouga -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Luxor and Merzouga, we can see that Luxor is more expensive. And not only is Merzouga much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Merzouga would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Merzouga 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 Luxor would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Luxor than you might in Merzouga.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Luxor Expensive? and Is Merzouga Expensive?.
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.