Which place is cheaper, Nagano or Petra?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Petra or Nagano?
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 Nagano can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Petra or Nagano?
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.
Nagano
Nagano city and its surrounding prefecture of Japan is a temple region built around Zenkoji, a 7th century Buddhist temple that overlooks the city. Nagano was also home to the Winter Olympic Games in 1998, with some facilities still existing around town. And then there is the forested mountain Togakushi area to the northwest, which is another draw of Nagano, known for its shrines and status as the home of the Togakure Ninja School.
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 Japan, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPetra $125Nagano $90
The average daily cost (per person) in Petra is $125, while the average daily cost in Nagano is $90. 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 Nagano in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPetra $59Nagano $61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPetra $118Nagano $122
Compare Hotels in Petra and Nagano
Looking for a hotel in Petra or Nagano? 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 Nagano Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Petra $23Nagano $9.79
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Petra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Petra:
- Petra to Sheikh Hussein Crossing Border Private Transfer: $180
- Petra to Madaba Private Transfer: $140
- Private Transfer Petra to/from Wadi Rum: $135
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Petra or vice versa via the King's Highway: $120
- Private transfer Petra to/from Wadi Rum: $118
- Petra to Aqaba South Beach Hotels Private Transfer: $110
- Petra Private Transfer to or from Aqaba: $105
- Private Transfer From Petra to Amman or Airport With Optional : $99
- Private Departure Transfer: Petra Hotels to Amman Airport: $93
- Private Transfer from Petra City Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $93
- Petra to Wadi Rum Private Transfer: $80
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Ma'in Hotel and vice versa: $73
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nagano
Also for Nagano, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Between Station & Snow Monkey Park: $685
Is it cheaper to fly into Petra or Nagano?
Prices for flights to both Nagano 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 $38Nagano $22
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. : $45
- Private Outdoor bedouin Dinner in Petra: $300
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Petra $47Nagano $8.16
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:
- 3 Hour Horse Riding Adventure around the Petra Area: $145
- 3-hour Private Guided Tour In Petra with hotel pick up.: $75
- Petra Back Entrance Private Walking Tour: $215
- Private Back Trail Tour of Petra starting from the Monastery : $276
- Private Full-Day Tour to Petra and Wadi Rum from Dead Sea: $269
- Private Half-Day Tour of Petra with Lunch: $120
- Private Indiana-Jones Archeological Trail Tour: $90
- Private Petra Back Entrance Tour with Guide .: $140
- Wadi Rum Day Tour from Petra ending in Aqaba: $138
- Wadi Rum Private Tour from Petra with Martian and Star Wars Film Site: $173
Tours and Activities in Nagano
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Nagano.
- Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour: $47
- Welcome to Private Tour with a Local: $55
- Food & Cultural Walking Tour around Zenkoji temple in Nagano: $85
- Izakaya Food Night Tour in Nagano: $98
- Full-Day Tour: Matsumoto Castle & Kamikochi Alpine Valley: $177
- Zenkoji Experience Tour: Overnight 'Shukubo' (Temple Lodge): $221
- Snow Monkey & ZinkoJi With Sake Tasting Private Tour: $537
- 4 Day - From Nagano to Kanazawa: Ultimate Central Japan tour: $782
- Private Snow Monkey Tour: From Nagano City / Ski Resorts: $1,334
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPetra $15Nagano -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Petra and Nagano, we can see that Petra is more expensive. And not only is Nagano much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Petra is in Middle East and Nagano is in Asia, 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 Nagano would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nagano 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 Nagano.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Petra Expensive? and Is Nagano Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Petra or Nagano?
Nagano has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Petra. When comparing the sizes of Petra and Nagano, 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 Nagano?
Nagano 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 Nagano in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Petra as well as Nagano. Petra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many visitors come to Nagano in the summer for the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
Petra can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Petra is generally a little warmer than Nagano. Daily temperatures in Petra average around 33°C (91°F), and Nagano fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Petra this time of the year. In the summer, Petra often gets more sunshine than Nagano. Petra gets 384 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nagano receives 136 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Nagano. Petra usually gets less rain in July than Nagano. Petra gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Nagano receives 222 mm (8.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPetra 33°C (91°F)Nagano 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Petra or Nagano in the Autumn?
Both Nagano and Petra are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Petra throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Nagano for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Petra is much warmer than Nagano in the autumn. The daily temperature in Petra averages around 27°C (80°F) in October, and Nagano fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Petra. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Nagano during autumn. Petra gets 295 hours of sunny skies, while Nagano receives 167 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Nagano. In October, Petra usually receives less rain than Nagano. Petra gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Nagano receives 227 mm (9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPetra 27°C (80°F)Nagano 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Petra or Nagano in the Winter?
Both Nagano and Petra during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Petra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Nagano because of the skiing, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Nagano can be very cold. In the winter, Petra is much warmer than Nagano. Typically, the winter temperatures in Petra in January average around 15°C (59°F), and Nagano averages at about 2°C (36°F).
In Nagano, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Petra. In the winter, Petra often gets more sunshine than Nagano. Petra gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nagano receives 212 hours of full sun.
Nagano gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Petra usually gets less rain in January than Nagano. Petra gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Nagano receives 446 mm (17.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPetra 15°C (59°F)Nagano 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Petra or Nagano in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Petra and Nagano. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Petra year-round. Also, the activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Nagano this time of year.
In April, Petra is generally much warmer than Nagano. Daily temperatures in Petra average around 25°C (76°F), and Nagano fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In Petra, it's very sunny this time of the year. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Nagano during spring. Petra gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Nagano receives 191 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Petra usually receives less rain than Nagano. Petra gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Nagano receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPetra 25°C (76°F)Nagano 11°C (52°F)
Typical Weather for Nagano and Petra
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 446 mm (17.5 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 275 mm (10.8 in) |
| Mar | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 191 mm (7.5 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 222 mm (8.8 in) |
| Aug | 32°C (90°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (87°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 232 mm (9.1 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 227 mm (9 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 339 mm (13.3 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (62°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 440 mm (17.3 in) |
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