Which place is cheaper, Hvar 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 Hvar?
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 Hvar can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Petra or Hvar?
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.
Hvar
Hvar is a Croatian island full of mountains, vegetation, beaches, vineyards, shops, restaurants, and also people! Hvar Town is the main city on the island, but there are many other small villages throughout. The best time to visit Hvar is between May and September, although keep in mind it can get busy during this period.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in Jordan, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Jordan, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Croatia, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Croatia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPetra $153Hvar $238
The average daily cost (per person) in Petra is $153, while the average daily cost in Hvar is $238. 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 Hvar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPetra $59Hvar $93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPetra $118Hvar $186
Compare Hotels in Petra and Hvar
Looking for a hotel in Petra or Hvar? 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 Hvar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Petra $23Hvar $58
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Petra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Petra:
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Ma'in Hotel and vice versa: $73
- Airport Transfer to and from Petra: $92
- Private Departure Transfer: Petra Hotels to Amman Airport: $93
- Private Transfer From Petra to Amman or Airport With Optional: $99
- Petra Private Transfer To Aqaba: $100
- Comfortable and Reliable Private Transfer: Petra to Wadi Rum: $100
- Petra Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $115
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Petra or vice versa via the King's Highway: $120
- Comfort VIP Private Transfer: Petra to Aqaba South Beach Hotels: $140
- Private Transfers from Petra Inside Jordan and Vice Versa: $176
- Fast and Reliable Private Transfer: Petra to Ma’in Hot Springs: $180
- From Eilat: Petra Full-Day Guided Tour with Transfers: $219
Is it cheaper to fly into Petra or Hvar?
Prices for flights to both Hvar 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 $66Hvar $109
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 Hvar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hvar.
- Cooking Class on Hvar Island: A Farm-to-Table Experience: $185
- Hvar Hidden Gems Small Group Half Day Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $204
- Hvar Small Group Wine Tour and Authentic Dalmatian Dinner: $280
- Private Hvar Wine Tasting Tour with Traditional Dinner/Lunch: $292
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Petra $47Hvar $22
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:
- 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 Petra Tour: Treasury, Siq & Ancient City: $75
- Private 3-Hour Guided Tour of Petra with Hotel Pickup .: $75
- Amman: Petra by Night Tour with Optional Day Visit: $99
- Private Indiana-Jones Archeological Trail Tour: $100
- Wadi Rum Private Guided Tour: $105
- 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
Tours and Activities in Hvar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hvar are as follows:
- Self-Guided Walking Tour of Hvar’s Historical Old Town: $12
- 1-Hour Battle Archery Game in Hvar Adventure Park: $23
- Private Multi-Activity Experience in Adventure Park Hvar Jelsa: $27
- 1-Hour Private Paintball Adventure in Park Hvar Jelsa: $31
- Local Delicacies Tasting Experience in Hvar Town: $31
- Stand Up Paddle school - learn to SUP and make your first SUP tour: $35
- Timeless Old Town Walking Tour with Local Guide: $39
- Sunset Wine Boat Tour with Music Stari Grad Bay: $47
- Private Half-Day Kayak Experience in Hvar and Pakleni Islands: $59
- Experience Romantic Sunset Sailing on a modern 36ft (11m) sail yacht | Hvar: $76
- Dolphin Watching Boat Tour in Hvar: $82
- Boat Tour at Delfina Hvar: $85
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPetra $15Hvar $22
Sample the Local Flavors in Hvar
Also in Hvar, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting Round Trip from Hvar - Family Winery at a Hilltop: $91
- Private Hvar Island Bike Tour and Wine Tasting: $114
- Hvar Wine tasting small group experience: $134
- Sunset E Bike Tour and Wine Tasting on Hvar Island: $145
- Exclusive Hvar Wine Tour - Scenic Views & Local Wines: $187
- Chocolate and Wine Tasting Small Group Tour from Hvar: $204
- Stari Grad Private Tuk Tuk Tour with Wine Tasting: $257
- The Best of Hvar Small Group with Wine Tasting and Local meal: $297
- From Split: Private Blue Lagoon & Pakleni with Wine Tasting: $2,567
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Petra and Hvar, we can see that Hvar is more expensive. And not only is Petra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Petra is in Middle East and Hvar 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 Petra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Petra 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 Hvar would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hvar than you might in Petra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Petra Expensive? and Is Hvar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Petra or Hvar?
Petra has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Hvar. When comparing the sizes of Petra and Hvar, 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 Hvar?
Hvar 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 Hvar in the Summer?
Both Hvar and Petra are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Petra throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Hvar in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
Petra can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Petra is generally a little warmer than Hvar. Daily temperatures in Petra average around 33°C (91°F), and Hvar fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
It's quite sunny in Hvar. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Petra. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Hvar during summer. Petra gets 384 hours of sunny skies, while Hvar receives 345 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Petra usually receives less rain than Hvar. Petra gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPetra 33°C (91°F)Hvar 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Petra or Hvar in the Autumn?
Both Hvar and Petra during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Petra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, most visitors come to Hvar for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Petra is much warmer than Hvar in the autumn. The daily temperature in Petra averages around 27°C (80°F) in October, and Hvar fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
In Hvar, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Petra. In the autumn, Petra often gets more sunshine than Hvar. Petra gets 295 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hvar receives 200 hours of full sun.
Petra usually gets less rain in October than Hvar. Petra gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPetra 27°C (80°F)Hvar 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Petra or Hvar in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Petra and Hvar. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Petra year-round. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Hvar because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Petra is much warmer than Hvar. Typically, the winter temperatures in Petra in January average around 15°C (59°F), and Hvar averages at about 8°C (47°F).
In Petra, it's very sunny this time of the year. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Hvar during winter. Petra gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Hvar receives 128 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Petra usually receives less rain than Hvar. Petra gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPetra 15°C (59°F)Hvar 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Petra or Hvar in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Petra as well as Hvar. Petra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Hvar this time of year.
In April, Petra is generally much warmer than Hvar. Daily temperatures in Petra average around 25°C (76°F), and Hvar fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Hvar. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Petra this time of the year. In the spring, Petra often gets more sunshine than Hvar. Petra gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hvar receives 212 hours of full sun.
Petra usually gets less rain in April than Hvar. Petra gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPetra 25°C (76°F)Hvar 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Hvar and Petra
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Mar | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Aug | 32°C (90°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (87°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (62°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
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