A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Petra vs. Agadir for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

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Should you visit Petra or Agadir?

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 Petra and Agadir can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Petra or Agadir?

Petra

Whether you're checking off the Seven Wonders of the World, or you're just a huge Indiana Jones fan, the city of Petra must be on your bucket list. The "rose red city, half as old as time," was the capital of the Nabataean kingdom in the 6th century BC. It was the center for trade and commerce until an earthquake took out buildings and destroyed their water management system. After this destruction, the city of Petra seemed to be lost to western civilization.

Agadir

Agadir is a city with a long and tragic past. In 1960 the city suffered from an earthquake, destroying the city including the ancient Kasbah. Approximately 15,000 people were killed, 12,000 were injured and around 35,000 people were left homeless. They began rebuilding the city center on a grid system, making it easy for today's visitors to navigate and get around this city. The new city is full of boulevards with cafes and a mix of 1960s and classic Moroccan architecture. Today, the city is still growing and welcomes European vacationers to its resort destinations. Visitors appreciate the clean beaches, outstanding golf courses and luxurious health and beauty spas.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in Jordan, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Jordan, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco, and The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco.


Which place is cheaper, Agadir or Petra?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Petra is $153, while the average daily cost in Agadir is $74. 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 Petra and Agadir in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Petra $59
    Agadir $44
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Petra $118
    Agadir $88
Compare Hotels in Petra and Agadir

Looking for a hotel in Petra or Agadir? 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.

Hotels in Petra


Hotels in Agadir


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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: Petra Hotel Prices and Agadir Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Petra $23
    Agadir $4.55

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Petra

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Petra:

  • Private Transfer To & From Airport, Petra, Wadi Rum and Dead Sea: $35
  • Private Transfer Amman Airport to Ma'in Hotel and vice versa: $73
  • Private Transfer From Petra to Amman or Airport With Optional: $88
  • Private Departure Transfer: Petra Hotels to Amman Airport: $93
  • Private Transfer from Petra City Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $93
  • Comfortable and Reliable Private Transfer: Petra to Wadi Rum: $100
  • Petra Private Transfer To Aqaba: $100
  • Petra Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $115
  • Private Transfer Amman Airport to Petra or vice versa via the King's Highway: $120
  • Private Transfer from Ma'in Hotel to Aqaba Airport: $120
  • Private Transfers from Petra Inside Jordan and Vice Versa: $176
  • Petra Private Transfer To Jerusalem: $290

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Agadir

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Agadir:


  • CTM bus from Eassaouira to Agadir
    $14

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agadir

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Agadir:

  • Paradise Valley Excursion from Agadir with Hotels transfers: $4.74
  • Crocoparc Ticket & Tree-Climbing Goats Tour with Transfer: $5.92
  • Airport transfer to Agadir or Agadir to airport: $7.11
  • Airport Transfer from Agadir Airport to Agadir: $11
  • Taxi Transfer Agadir Airoport: $12
  • Agadir Airport Transfer To or From Agadir & Taghazout: $13
  • Agadir Airport to Agadir city transfer: $13
  • Skip the Line Ticket to Crocoparc with Optional Transfert: $14
  • Agadir Souk El Had Market Round-Trip Transfer with Hotel Pickup: $14
  • Agadir Airport Transfer: $14
  • Agadir Airport Transfers service: $14
  • Transfer to and from Agadir / Taghazout / Agadir Airport: $15

Is it cheaper to fly into Petra or Agadir?

Prices for flights to both Agadir and Petra 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Petra $66
    Agadir $24
Typical Food Prices in Petra

Some typical examples of dining costs in Petra are as follows:


  • Dinner for Two
    $12
  • Juice
    $1.76

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Petra

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Petra.

  • Authentic Jordanian Cooking, Taste of Comfort With Family: $28
  • Cooking outside in little Petra between the Mountains.: $50
  • Private Outdoor bedouin Dinner in Petra: $150

Typical Food Prices in Agadir

Some typical examples of dining costs in Agadir are as follows:


  • Dinner
    $25
  • Dinner
    $8.11

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agadir

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Agadir.

  • Moroccan Cooking Class with Local Family: $6.83
  • Guided Sandboarding & Sunset BBQ Dinner: $8.29
  • Agadir Desert Sandboarding: Dinner Show with Sunset Camel Ride: $9.48
  • Agadir/Taghazout : Sunset Sandboarding, Canyon & Moroccan Dinner: $15
  • Agadir Camel Ride with BBQ and Couscous Dinner: $16
  • Flamingo River Camel Ride with Optional BBQ Dinner: $21
  • Agadir Camel Ride Flamingo River & BBQ Dinner: $21
  • Camel Ride With Tea & BBQ Dinner Option: $22
  • Camel Ride Experience With Dinner Option: $23
  • Sunset Sandboarding & Canyon Visit w/ Opt. Dinner: $30
  • Sunset Sandboarding, Canyon, Quads & Moroccan Dinner: $30
  • Sunset Horse or Camel Ride with Dinner in Habitant House: $30

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Petra $47
    Agadir $3.48
Typical Entertainment Prices in Petra

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Petra are as follows:


  • Entry to Petra for One
    $71

Tours and Activities in Petra

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Petra are as follows:

  • Self Guided Tour of Petra Main Trail with App (No Tickets): $8.99
  • Guided 3 Hour Tour of Petra's Iconic Landmarks: $60
  • Private Guided Tour in Petra with licensed guide: $70
  • Private 3-Hour Guided Tour of Petra with Hotel Pickup .: $75
  • Private Indiana-Jones Archeological Trail Tour: $100
  • Petra Highlight Tour with Private Guide Sami Nawafleh | 2.5 Hours: $120
  • 6 Hours Private Tour in Petra: $125
  • Private Half-Day Tour of Petra with Lunch: $130
  • Wadi Rum Day Tour from Petra ending in Aqaba: $138
  • 3-Hour Private Petra Tour: Siq, Treasury & Qasr Al-Bint: $145
  • 3 Hour Horse Riding Adventure around the Petra Area: $145
  • Private UTV Tour Discover Petra Hidden Mountain Trails: $160

Typical Entertainment Prices in Agadir

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Agadir are as follows:


  • Show Tickets
    $2.43

Tours and Activities in Agadir

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Agadir are as follows:

  • Morning Goats on Argan Trees & Crocoparc Tour with Entry Ticket: $4.74
  • Argan Oil Factory Tour: $5.69
  • Paradise Valley & Atlas Mountains Guided Day Tour from Agadir: $5.92
  • Paradise Valley & Atlas Mountains Guided Tour with Breakfast: $5.92
  • Taghazout 3-in-1 Desert Tour: Camel Ride, Sandboarding & BBQ: $5.92
  • Best Taghazout Paradise Valley Tour with Breakfast & Local Guide: $5.92
  • Paradise Valley & Atlas Mountains agadir Tour with Berber Breakfast: $5.92
  • Morning Goats on Argan Trees & Souk El Had Agadir Tour: $5.92
  • Paradise Valley Excursion from Agadir Day Trip Tour: $5.92
  • Agadir City Tour with Sunset at Agadir Oufella kasbah and souk: $5.92
  • Taghazout Morning Tour with Berber Breakfast and Souk Visit: $6.63
  • Paradise Valley Tour from Agadir with Berber Breakfast & Hike: $7.10

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Petra $15
    Agadir -

Sample the Local Flavors in Agadir

Also in Agadir, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Agadir After Dark Guided Pub Crawl: $15

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Petra and Agadir, we can see that Petra is more expensive. And not only is Agadir much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Petra is in Middle East and Agadir 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 Agadir would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Agadir 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 Petra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Petra than you might in Agadir.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Petra Expensive? and Is Agadir Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Petra or Agadir?

Agadir has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Petra. When comparing the sizes of Petra and Agadir, 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 Petra or Agadir?

Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.

Should I visit Petra or Agadir in the Summer?

Both Agadir and Petra are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Petra throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Agadir because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.


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