Which place is cheaper, Zagora 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 Zagora?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Luxor or Zagora? 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 Zagora?
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.
Zagora
A small town in southern Morocco, Zagora is a popular base camp for excursions on foot, by camel, or four wheel drive vehicles into the surrounding desert. One of the most famous and historic treks is the ancient caravan route to Timbuktu, marked by a famous sign at the end of town - indicating a journey of "52 days" by camel.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Egypt, The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco, and The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco.
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Luxor Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLuxor $20Zagora $62
The average daily cost (per person) in Luxor is $20, while the average daily cost in Zagora is $62. 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 Zagora in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLuxor $7.15Zagora $38
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLuxor $14Zagora $76
Compare Hotels in Luxor and Zagora
Looking for a hotel in Luxor or Zagora? 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 Zagora Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Luxor $3.67Zagora $1.50
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$0.40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Luxor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Luxor:
- Cheap trip : Private transfer from luxor railway station to your hotel: $5.13
- Private Transfer from & to Luxor Airport from Any Hotel in Luxor: $6.00
- Luxor Private Transfer Hotel to Airport or vice versa: $6.67
- Luxor Airport to Aswan, Hurghada Transfer pickup/drop off 1 Way: $7.00
- Private transfer from/to Luxor train station: $7.00
- Luxor - Private Arrival and departure Transfer (east bank): $7.00
- Private Departure Transfer from Luxor Hotels to Luxor Airport: $7.00
- Luxor Airport Transfer from or to Hotel or Inside the city: $7.00
- Transfer from Luxor airport to East Bank Hotels : $7.00
- Pick up Transfers From Luxor Airport To Luxor Hotels: $7.50
- Luxor Private Transfer Hotel to Airport or vice versa: $8.00
- Private Arrival Transfer from Luxor Airport to Luxor Hotels: $8.00
Is it cheaper to fly into Luxor or Zagora?
Prices for flights to both Zagora 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 $9.47Zagora $23
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: $31
- Savor a Sunset Felucca on the Nile in Luxor Lunch or dinner: $35
- Eat Like a Local:Traditional Egyptian Food / Dinner at Local Family Home - Luxor: $36
- 2 Hour Cooking Session with Family in Luxor: $40
- Dinner Cruise on the Nile River: $43
- Enjoy Dinner or Lunch on board the Luxor Nile River.: $50
- Sunset Dinner Cruise on the Nile in Luxor: $50
- Quad Bike Safari and Dinner in the Desert in Luxor: $60
- Saray El Nile restaurant Dinner : $60
- Karnak Sound And Light Show With Dinner, Felucca : $64
- Private Romantic Dinner with Fallucca Sail boat on the Nile Luxor: $70
- Tour Quad Bike + Dinner in the desert in Luxor: $88
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Luxor $6.32Zagora $3.00
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)$0.53
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Temple Karnak for Two$2.57
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Camel Ride for Two$1.19
Tours and Activities in Luxor
Here are a few actual costs in Luxor for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Full tour to Karnak and Luxor temples, and felucca: $5.00
- Souvenir Shopping Tour, Luxor: $5.13
- Private Tour Shopping in Luxor City : $6.00
- Historical Day Tour To Luxor And Mummification Museums: $6.40
- “Luxor & Karnak Temples: Half-Day All-Inclusive Tour with Meals”: $7.70
- Day Tour To Habu Temple Valley Of Workers And Queens: $8.00
- Half day tour Luxor:West Bank Valley of Kings,Hatshepsut&Memnon : $9.00
- Luxor East Bank: Karnak and Luxor Temples Tour: $9.00
- Half Day Tour: Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple & Mamnon: $9.00
- Private Karnak Sound and Light Display Tour in Luxor: $9.00
- Luxor ancient sights, city Tour with traditional Horse Carriage: $9.00
- Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple Day Tour: $10
Tours and Activities in Zagora
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Zagora are as follows:
- 2-Day Zagora Desert Tour with Sunset from Marrakech: $90
- 2 days tour from Zagora to Erg Chegaga: $145
- Zagora to Erg chigaga desert tour & 4x4 (All-inclusive) 2-Days: $174
- Zagora to Erg chigaga desert tour & 4x4 and camel ride : $174
- Private Day Camel Trekking Tour in Draa Valley from Zagora: $228
- From 2-Day Desert Tour to Erg Chegaga: $317
- From Agadir or Taghazout: 2-Day Sahara Desert Tour to Zagora: $375
- From Agadir 4 Days 3 nights Sahara Tour to Marrakeche: $1,308
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLuxor $2.12Zagora -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Luxor and Zagora, we can see that Zagora is more expensive. And not only is Luxor much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Zagora would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Zagora 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 Zagora Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Luxor or Zagora?
Luxor has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Zagora. When comparing the sizes of Luxor and Zagora, 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.