Which place is cheaper, Sintra or Luxor?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Luxor or Sintra?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Luxor or Sintra? 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 Sintra?
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.
Sintra
Located just 28 kilometers from Lisbon, Sintra is a town that was, for a long time, home to Portuguese royalty leading up to the 1910 revolution. In town you will find a Royal Palace and in the surrounding area there is a Moorish Castle, and the Pena Palace, which dates back to the 19th century. The town is on the Estoril Coast near the Sintra Mountains, making its setting very dramatic, beautiful and picturesque. The surrounding hills are actually designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site because they offer a great combination of both cultural importance and natural beauty.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Egypt, The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Portugal, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLuxor $17Sintra $124
The average daily cost (per person) in Luxor is $17, while the average daily cost in Sintra is $124. 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 Sintra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLuxor $7.62Sintra $61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLuxor $15Sintra $122
Compare Hotels in Luxor and Sintra
Looking for a hotel in Luxor or Sintra? 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 Sintra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Luxor $3.91Sintra $22
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:
- Luxor Airport Private Transfer: $6.00
- Private Transfer from & to Luxor Airport from Any Hotel in Luxor: $6.00
- Departure Transfer from Luxor Hotels to Luxor airport: $6.40
- private Transfer From Luxor Hotel To The Airport Or Vice Versa : $7.00
- Transfers from Luxor Airport to Hotels or to Nile Cruise: $7.00
- Luxor Airport Departure: Convenient Private Hotel Transfer: $7.02
- Luxor Airport Private Luxury Transfer (Arrival or Departure): $7.20
- 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
- Luxor Private Transfer From East&west Banks hotels to the Airport: $8.00
- Private Transfer from Luxor Airport to Luxor Hotels: $8.00
- Luxor Private Transfer East Bank hotels to Airport or vice versa: $8.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sintra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sintra:
- Algarve vs Lisbon: Private Transfer to/from Algarve /Lisbon: $513
- Estoril, Cascais or Sintra Private Transfer to Lisbon: $27
- Lisbon Airport Transfer to Cascais / Sintra / Estoril: $51
- Lisbon Airport: Cascais/Estoril/Sintra Private Transfer: $57
- Lisbon transfer, national and Iberian trips: $86
- Private Guided Transfer in Sintra and Lisbon: $87
- Private Transfer Lisbon & Cascais by Van or Car: $73
- Private transfer from Sintra to Porto with 2 hours for sightseeing: $289
- TRANSFER Cascais to Lisbon Airport: $82
- Tours and Transfers: $89
- Transfer Cascais to Lisbon(3pax): $98
- Transfer Cascais to Lisbon(8pax): $109
Is it cheaper to fly into Luxor or Sintra?
Prices for flights to both Sintra 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 $5.83Sintra $45
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sintra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Sintra.
- Private Portuguese Cooking Lesson and Meal with a Lisbon Local: $220
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Luxor $6.74Sintra $25
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:
- Ramesseum Mortuary Temple of Ramses II Entry Ticket: $4.56
- Entry Ticket To Valley of the Queens: $4.60
- Valley Of The Queens Entry Ticket: $4.60
- Valley Of The Kings Entry Ticket: $4.60
- Mummification Museum Entry Ticket: $5.10
- Souvenir Shopping Tour, Luxor: $5.13
- Luxor Museum Entry Ticket: $7.60
- See the Valley of the Kings & More: Shared Tour (All-Inclusive): $8.80
- Karnak Temple And Luxor Temple Private Day Tour : $8.95
- Explore Luxor temple and City Private Tour by Flucca: $9.00
- Temple Of Queen Hatshepsut Entry Ticket: $9.20
- Temple of Queen Hatshepsut Entry Tickets : $9.20
Tours and Activities in Sintra
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Sintra are as follows:
- Discover Enchanted A Fairy-Tale Free Tour: $1.28
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour: $3.74
- Sintra Myths and Legends Interpretative Center Entry Ticket: $4.28
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.42
- Pena Palace In-app Audio Tour (WITHOUT A TICKET): $7.44
- Sintra Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.65
- Monserrate Palace and Park Skip-the-Line Ticket: $13
- Sintra Sightseeing Train Tour: $13
- National Palace of Sintra and Gardens Fast Track Ticket: $14
- National Sintra Palace Ticket & Optional Audio Guide: $16
- Hop-on Hop-off Tour in Sintra: $16
- Castle of the Moors E-Ticket & Optional Audio Guide: $18
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLuxor $2.26Sintra $19
Sample the Local Flavors in Sintra
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Sintra:
- Half-Day Tour in Cascais / Sintra with Brunch and Wine Tasting: $60
- Hiking and Wine Tasting Experience: $71
- Half Day in Sintra and Cabo da Roca with Wine Tasting: $82
- Wine Tasting Tour: $82
- Private tour wine tasting in Setubal: $96
- Excursion from Lisbon to Setúbal: Nature, Beach and Wine Tasting: $125
- Private Tour Sétubal, Palmela, Arrábida with wine tasting: $175
- Hidden Gems: Sintra & Cascais Private Tour with Wine Tasting: $181
- From Lisbon Private Tour to Porto with Port Wine Tasting: $235
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Luxor and Sintra, we can see that Sintra 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 Sintra is in Europe, 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 Sintra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sintra 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 Sintra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Luxor or Sintra?
Luxor has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Sintra. When comparing the sizes of Luxor and Sintra, 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 Sintra?
Sintra has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Luxor experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Luxor or Sintra in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Luxor and Sintra. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Luxor year-round.
Luxor can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Luxor is generally a little warmer than Sintra. Daily temperatures in Luxor average around 33°C (91°F), and Sintra fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In July, Luxor usually receives less rain than Sintra. Luxor gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Sintra receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLuxor 33°C (91°F)Sintra 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Luxor or Sintra in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Luxor as well as Sintra. Luxor attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Luxor is a little warmer than Sintra in the autumn. The daily temperature in Luxor averages around 25°C (77°F) in October, and Sintra fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
Luxor usually gets less rain in October than Sintra. Luxor gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Sintra receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLuxor 25°C (77°F)Sintra 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Luxor or Sintra in the Winter?
Both Sintra and Luxor are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Luxor throughout the year.
In the winter, Luxor is a little warmer than Sintra. Typically, the winter temperatures in Luxor in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Sintra averages at about 12°C (53°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Sintra. In January, Luxor usually receives less rain than Sintra. Luxor gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Sintra receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLuxor 14°C (57°F)Sintra 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Luxor or Sintra in the Spring?
Both Sintra and Luxor during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Luxor because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Luxor is generally much warmer than Sintra. Daily temperatures in Luxor average around 25°C (77°F), and Sintra fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
Luxor usually gets less rain in April than Sintra. Luxor gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Sintra receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLuxor 25°C (77°F)Sintra 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Sintra and Luxor
| Luxor | Sintra | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Feb | 15°C (59°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | 20°C (68°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 32°C (90°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Aug | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (86°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
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