Which place is cheaper, Coimbra or Petra?
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 Petra or Coimbra?
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 Coimbra can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Petra or Coimbra?
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.
Coimbra
Coimbra is located in Central Portugal in the Centro Region. It's the third largest city in the country with about 460,000 people living in the entire region. It is also where you'll find the University of Coimbra, which is one of the oldest universities in Europe and the oldest academic institution in the Portuguese speaking world. During the High Middle Ages, Coimbra served as the nation's capital and there are archaeological structures that date back to the Roman era.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in Jordan, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Jordan, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPetra $153Coimbra $160
The average daily cost (per person) in Petra is $153, while the average daily cost in Coimbra is $160. 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 Coimbra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPetra $59Coimbra $51
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPetra $118Coimbra $102
Compare Hotels in Petra and Coimbra
Looking for a hotel in Petra or Coimbra? 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: Petra Hotel Prices and Coimbra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Petra $23Coimbra $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Petra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Petra:
- Private Transfers from Petra Inside Jordan and Vice Versa: $176
- Private Transfer from Petra to Aqaba Cruise Port: $72
- Private Transfer From Petra to Amman or Airport With Optional: $94
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Petra or vice versa via the King's Highway: $120
- Private Departure Transfer: Petra Hotels to Amman Airport: $93
- Petra to Aqaba Hussein Airport (AQJ) - Departure Private Transfer: $71
- Petra to Aqaba Border (Yitzhak Rabin Terminal) – Private Transfer: $130
- Petra Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $115
- Petra Private Transfer To Jerusalem: $290
- Petra Private Transfer To Aqaba: $100
- From Eilat: Petra Full-Day Guided Tour with Transfers: $219
- Comfortable and Reliable Private Transfer: Petra to Wadi Rum: $100
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Coimbra
Also for Coimbra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Viseu Private Transfer to Oporto Airport: $118
- Fátima Private Transfer to/from Lisbon: $159
- Transfer from Lisboa to Coimbra with visit to Fátima Sanctuary, half day: $199
- Private transfer from Porto Airport to Coimbra: $212
- Private Transfer Coimbra to Take Christ's Convent: $271
- Private Transfer Coimbra to Aveiro Costa Nova: $295
Is it cheaper to fly into Petra or Coimbra?
Prices for flights to both Coimbra 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
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Food Meals for one dayPetra $66Coimbra $96
Typical Food Prices in Petra
Some typical examples of dining costs in Petra are as follows:
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Dinner for Two$12
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Juice$1.76
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Petra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Petra.
- Cooking outside in little Petra between the Mountains.: $50
- Private Outdoor bedouin Dinner in Petra: $150
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Erotic Cabaret Show and Dinner: $64
- Bairrada Food Tour: $115
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Petra $47Coimbra $21
Typical Entertainment Prices in Petra
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Petra are as follows:
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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:
- 2 day tour to Petra from Eilat: $299
- 3 Hour Horse Riding Adventure around the Petra Area: $145
- 6 Hours Private Tour in Petra: $125
- Amman: Petra by Night Tour with Optional Day Visit: $99
- From Petra : Wadi Rum Private 8 - hours roundtrip tour .: $190
- Guided 3 Hour Tour of Petra's Iconic Landmarks: $44
- Half-Day Private Indiana Jones Petra Back Road Trial Tour: $165
- Petra Back Entrance Private Walking Tour | Guide Sami Nawafleh: $225
- Petra Highlight Tour with Private Guide Sami Nawafleh | 2.5 Hours: $120
- Petra Highlights Guided Golf Cart Tour with Hotel Pickup: $169
- Private 2-Day Jordan Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea: $210
- Private 3-Day Jordan Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea: $270
Tours and Activities in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Coimbra Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $3.53
- Leiria Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $4.49
- Highlights Walking Tour With a Certified Guide: $5.82
- TOP Coimbra : Private Guided Tour with your mobile: $5.90
- Coimbra Audio Guided Walking Tour 2h25 and 25 Audio Comments: $6.96
- Coimbra’s Timeless Tracks: An Enchanting Train Tour: $8.73
- Shepherds and Secrets: Audio Tour of Fátima’s Sacred Sites: $9.99
- Coimbra’s Jewish Heritage An Audio Tour of the Medieval Town: $9.99
- Pilgrims and Pioneers: A Self-Guided Tour Audio of Tomar: $9.99
- Private & Flexible Walking Tour in Historic Center: $10
- Coimbra Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $12
- Fatima Self Guided Audio Tour: $12
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPetra $15Coimbra $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Coimbra
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Coimbra:
- Guided Wine Tasting with Regional Bites: $31
- Coimbra Food and Wine Tasting Private Guided Walk: $41
When comparing the travel costs between Petra and Coimbra, we can see that Coimbra is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Petra is in Middle East and Coimbra is in Europe, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Petra Expensive? and Is Coimbra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Petra or Coimbra?
Coimbra has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Petra. When comparing the sizes of Petra and Coimbra, 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 Coimbra?
Coimbra has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Petra experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Petra or Coimbra in the Summer?
Both Coimbra and Petra during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Petra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's very hot in Petra this time of the year. Petra is a little warmer than Coimbra in the summer. The daily temperature in Petra averages around 33°C (91°F) in July, and Coimbra fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In Coimbra, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Petra. In the summer, Petra often gets more sunshine than Coimbra. Petra gets 384 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Coimbra receives 308 hours of full sun.
Petra usually gets less rain in July than Coimbra. Petra gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPetra 33°C (91°F)Coimbra 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Petra or Coimbra in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Petra and Coimbra. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Petra year-round.
In the autumn, Petra is a little warmer than Coimbra. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Petra in October average around 27°C (80°F), and Coimbra averages at about 18°C (65°F).
In Petra, it's very sunny this time of the year. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Coimbra during autumn. Petra gets 295 hours of sunny skies, while Coimbra receives 184 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Coimbra receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Petra usually receives less rain than Coimbra. Petra gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPetra 27°C (80°F)Coimbra 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Petra or Coimbra in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Petra as well as Coimbra. Petra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Petra is generally a little warmer than Coimbra. Daily temperatures in Petra average around 15°C (59°F), and Coimbra fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Petra this time of the year. In the winter, Petra often gets more sunshine than Coimbra. Petra gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Coimbra receives 124 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Coimbra. Petra usually gets less rain in January than Coimbra. Petra gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPetra 15°C (59°F)Coimbra 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Petra or Coimbra in the Spring?
Both Coimbra and Petra are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Petra throughout the year.
Petra is much warmer than Coimbra in the spring. The daily temperature in Petra averages around 25°C (76°F) in April, and Coimbra fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
It's quite sunny in Coimbra. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Petra. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Coimbra during spring. Petra gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Coimbra receives 217 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Petra usually receives less rain than Coimbra. Petra gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Coimbra receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPetra 25°C (76°F)Coimbra 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Coimbra and Petra
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Mar | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 32°C (90°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (87°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (62°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
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