Which place is cheaper, Chefchaouen or Pamukkale?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pamukkale or Chefchaouen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Pamukkale and Chefchaouen can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Chefchaouen?
Pamukkale
Pamukkale is in southeastern Aegean Turkey and is historically a spa town that has been in existence since the 2nd century BC. It is popular with tourists for its beautiful hot springs and travertines, or pools that are coated in a very unique calcium covering. The area is very rich in mineral content and the water, which has been flowing for thousands of years, has deposited calcium in each pool. This unique whiteness creates an unworldly beauty that draws visitors from around the world. If you're visiting during the summer months when the sun is out in full force, don't forget the sunscreen, as the white reflects the light and you can end up with a sunburn quite quickly. You'll also want to make sure you have sunglasses available because the glare can be quite extreme.
Chefchaouen
To feel like you've really stepped back in time to the glory days of Morocco, you're going to want to spend time in Chefchaouen. This town's beautiful medina is filled with white washed buildings with blue highlights. The wandering alleyways provide a fairy tale setting where you can relax for a few days. This mountainous region is a humble example of the classic picture of this area. Set against the backdrop of the Rif Mountains, the white and powder blue accented buildings and call to calls to prayer throughout the day let every visitor know they've arrived in a relaxing spot of peace and serenity.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPamukkale $156Chefchaouen $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $156, while the average daily cost in Chefchaouen is $57. 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 Pamukkale and Chefchaouen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPamukkale $56Chefchaouen $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPamukkale $112Chefchaouen $48
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Chefchaouen
Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale or Chefchaouen? 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: Pamukkale Hotel Prices and Chefchaouen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pamukkale $35Chefchaouen $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pamukkale
Also for Pamukkale, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Antalya; Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour with Transfer: $280
- City of Pamukkale/Denizli: Antalya Airport Private Transfer: $165
- Denizli City Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $136
- Pamukkale to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport-Departure Transfer: $125
- Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $109
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $104
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Denizli City Hotels: $104
- Transfer from Denizli Airport to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $102
- Pamukkale - Karahayit Transfer from Denizli Cardak Airport: $100
- Private Denizli Pamukkale Airport Transfer Service: $98
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon w/Flight Certificates,Champagne Toast & Hotel Transfer: $90
- Antalya: Guided Pamukkale Tour w/Lunch/Transfer: $84
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Chefchaouen:
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Taxi Ride$1.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chefchaouen
Also for Chefchaouen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Merrakash: $297
- One-Way Transfer from Tangier to Fez via chefchaouen : $296
- Private Transfer From Chefchaouen to Rabat : $284
- Chefchaouen to Fes: Private Transfer (English Speaking Driver): $244
- Private Transfer from Chefchaouen to Tanger-Ibn Batouta (TNG) Airport: $216
- Transfer from Fez to Chefchaouen go and back (Both ways): $196
- Transfer to/from Tangier and Chefchaouen: $191
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Casablanca: $191
- Fes: Transfer to Tangier via Chefchaouen: $185
- Vip Private Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes Vice Versa: $175
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Rabat: $174
- Chefchaouen to the city of Casablanca Private Transfer: $174
Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Chefchaouen?
Prices for flights to both Chefchaouen and Pamukkale 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 dayPamukkale $69Chefchaouen $18
Typical Food Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Chefchaouen:
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Lunch for Two$8.97
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Dinner for Two$9.97
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Cupcake$0.30
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Nutella and Yogurt$1.99
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chefchaouen
For Chefchaouen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Funny Family Cooking Class in Blue City: $28
- Cooking Class in Mountain From Chefchaouen: $44
- 3-Hour Cooking Class overlooking the Blue City: $55
- 4 hours Private Cooking Class With Family in Chefchaouen: $60
- Chefchaouen Food Tour: $66
- Chefchaouen Food Tour: $68
- Guided Food Tour with over 6 Tasting Stops: $69
- Discovery more Chefchaouen evening food tour with locals: $70
- Make Your Own Tajine and Pastilla Cooking Class: $76
- Discovery more Chefchaouen evening food tour with locals: $90
- Private Tagine Cooking Class in Chefchaouen with Lunch: $100
- Chaouen: 4- Hour Moroccan Cooking Class: $122
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pamukkale $54Chefchaouen $17
Typical Entertainment Prices in Pamukkale
For Pamukkale, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entrance fees Travertines & Pool$2.01
Tours and Activities in Pamukkale
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pamukkale.
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tours: $120
- All-inclusive Private Guided Tour of Pamukkale: $256
- Antalya: Full-Day Pamukkale Tour: $80
- Antalya: Pamukkale Guided Tour With Optional Balloon Flight: $37
- Aphrodisias&Pamukkale Tour with Lunch from Izmir&Kusadasi: $299
- Best Rates Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour : $278
- Daily Guided Pamukkale Tour included Pick Up from Denizli Airport: $118
- Daily Guided Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Hotel in Pamukkale.: $93
- Daily Pamukkale Guided Tour with extra Red spring enjoyment.: $93
- Daily Pamukkale Tour from istanbul: $642
- Daily Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Denizli Airport : $109
- Daily Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Denizli Bus station: $104
Tours and Activities in Chefchaouen
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chefchaouen.
- 2 Hours Private Chefchaouen Walking Tour: $40
- Walking Tour in Chefchaouen: $14
- 2 days Guided tour Rabat and Chechouen from Casablanca: $391
- 9-day/8 nights Tour from Casablanca, Chefchaouen, Marrakech: $1,391
- Akchour waterfalls tours : $87
- Best Experience Fes to Chefchaouen Day Tour multi languages: $34
- Bleu city walking Tasting Tour : $60
- Chefchaouen : Traditional Hammam Experience As A Local: $75
- Chefchaouen Day Tour: $51
- Chefchaouen Photography tour: $46
- Chefchaouen tour guide: $22
- Chefchaouen with Local Eyes Guided Walking Tour: $15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPamukkale $15Chefchaouen $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pamukkale and Chefchaouen, we can see that Pamukkale is more expensive. And not only is Chefchaouen much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Pamukkale is in Europe and Chefchaouen is in Africa, 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 Chefchaouen would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chefchaouen 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 Pamukkale would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pamukkale than you might in Chefchaouen.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pamukkale Expensive? and Is Chefchaouen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pamukkale or Chefchaouen?
Chefchaouen has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Pamukkale. When comparing the sizes of Pamukkale and Chefchaouen, 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 Pamukkale or Chefchaouen?
Pamukkale has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Chefchaouen experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Pamukkale or Chefchaouen in the Summer?
Both Chefchaouen and Pamukkale are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Chefchaouen because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Pamukkale is a little warmer than Chefchaouen in the summer. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Chefchaouen fluctuates around 24°C (74°F).
It's quite sunny in Chefchaouen. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pamukkale. Pamukkale usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Chefchaouen during summer. Pamukkale gets 356 hours of sunny skies, while Chefchaouen receives 346 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Pamukkale usually receives more rain than Chefchaouen. Pamukkale gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPamukkale 28°C (82°F)Chefchaouen 24°C (74°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Chefchaouen in the Autumn?
Both Chefchaouen and Pamukkale during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Chefchaouen year-round.
In the autumn, Pamukkale is around the same temperature as Chefchaouen. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Pamukkale in October average around 19°C (67°F), and Chefchaouen averages at about 20°C (68°F).
In Chefchaouen, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Pamukkale. In the autumn, Pamukkale often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Chefchaouen. Pamukkale gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Chefchaouen receives 235 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets less rain in October than Chefchaouen. Pamukkale gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPamukkale 19°C (67°F)Chefchaouen 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Chefchaouen in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Pamukkale and Chefchaouen. Chefchaouen attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Pamukkale is generally cooler than Chefchaouen. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 9°C (48°F), and Chefchaouen fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
Pamukkale usually receives less sunshine than Chefchaouen during winter. Pamukkale gets 137 hours of sunny skies, while Chefchaouen receives 169 hours of full sun in the winter.
Chefchaouen receives a lot of rain in the winter. Pamukkale gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Chefchaouen. Pamukkale gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPamukkale 9°C (48°F)Chefchaouen 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Chefchaouen in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Pamukkale as well as Chefchaouen. The warm climate attracts visitors to Chefchaouen throughout the year.
Pamukkale is around the same temperature as Chefchaouen in the spring. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 17°C (62°F) in April, and Chefchaouen fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Chefchaouen. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pamukkale this time of the year. In the spring, Pamukkale often gets less sunshine than Chefchaouen. Pamukkale gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Chefchaouen receives 251 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets more rain in April than Chefchaouen. Pamukkale gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Chefchaouen receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPamukkale 17°C (62°F)Chefchaouen 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Chefchaouen and Pamukkale
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (51°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
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