Which place is cheaper, Fez or Port Elizabeth?
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 Port Elizabeth or Fez?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Port Elizabeth and Fez can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Port Elizabeth or Fez?
Port Elizabeth
Located on the Indian Ocean coastline of South Africa, Port Elizabeth is a major sea port and tourist destination featuring a pleasant climate, opportunities for water sports, historical landmarks, wildlife areas, and clean beaches.
Fez
Fez is the historical capital of Morocco and has one of the country's most impressive and elaborate medinas. It's authentic and traditional atmosphere attracts travelers from all over the world. It's fun to wander the city's elaborate alleyways, sample the food, and soak up the sights and smells. In Fez's medina you'll find donkeys, carts, spices, and pottery. You'll find traditional foods, locals bartering for goods, and religious buildings that date back hundreds of years. The medina is also the world's largest car free urban zone.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in South Africa, The Best Bicycle Tours in South Africa, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.
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Port Elizabeth Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPort Elizabeth $61Fez $86
The average daily cost (per person) in Port Elizabeth is $61, while the average daily cost in Fez is $86. 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 Port Elizabeth and Fez in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPort Elizabeth $26Fez $32
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPort Elizabeth $52Fez $64
Compare Hotels in Port Elizabeth and Fez
Looking for a hotel in Port Elizabeth or Fez? 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: Port Elizabeth Hotel Prices and Fez Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Port Elizabeth $11Fez $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fez
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Fez:
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Taxi Ride$2.02
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fez
Also for Fez, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Fes Private Transfer Train Station to Hotel or Vice Versa: $10
- Transfer from Airport Fez to an Hotel in Fez: $11
- Private Airport Transfer Arrival & Departure: $11
- Private transfer from/to the Airport of Fez: $11
- Private Arrival Transfer from Fes Saiss Airport to your Hotel or Riad: $12
- Fez Airport Private Transfer Arrival - OR - Departure: $12
- Fez Sais Airport Private Arrival and Departure Transfer: $13
- Private transfer from/to the Airport of Fez (Including SIM Card): $13
- Fez Airport Private Transfer: $13
- Private transfer from/to the Airport of Fez (Including SIM Card): $13
- Fes Airport Transfer (one way) + Free SIM Card: Stay Connected: $13
- Luxury Private Transfer in Fez Morocco: $14
Is it cheaper to fly into Port Elizabeth or Fez?
Prices for flights to both Fez and Port Elizabeth 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 dayPort Elizabeth $27Fez $41
Typical Food Prices in Fez
For Fez, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Yogurt$0.61
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Dinner for 2$12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fez
For Fez, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Moroccan Cooking Class and Fez Market Visit and Meal: $34
- Private Cooking Class with a Local Family & Market Visit: $34
- Cooking Class Experience in Fes: $35
- Moroccan Lunch or Dinner with Henna in a Traditional Riad in Fes: $38
- Baking Workshops at Fez Cooking School at Palais Amani: $43
- Family Dinner in Fes with Tea and Fun Stories: $45
- Moroccan Cooking Class with Lunch in a Traditional Riad in Fez: $45
- cooking classe in fes with ouliya: $46
- Cooking Class with Bread Workshop and Pastry in Fes: $46
- Fez Souk tour & traditional Home Cooking: $52
- Moroccan Cooking Class at a Riad in Fez: $57
- Birthday Celebration With Lunch or Dinner: $57
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Port Elizabeth $11Fez $9.13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fez
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Fez's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Granary Fee$2.02
Tours and Activities in Fez
For Fez, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga – Shared or Private: $3.44
- Fez Medina Traditional Craft Shopping Tour with Expert Guide: $5.73
- Zellige and Pottery Tour at our Studio in Fes: $5.73
- Pottery and Ceramics Guided Tour: $6.87
- Mosaic and Pottery Tour in Fes: $6.87
- Pottery, Zellige Tour at our Cooperative: $6.87
- Fes Tour: Medina, Chouara Tannery, Artisans, Souks & Royal Palace: $9.00
- Fes Discovery Tour Historical Monuments Markets and Old Medina: $9.16
- Fez Walls and Hidden Medina Tour: $9.16
- Fes Bus Tour King palace jewish Quarter Merinid Tombs tanneries: $10
- Fes Medina Tour: Madrasa, Artisans, Tanneries & Historic Souks: $10
- Shared Guided tour in Fes Medina: $10
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPort Elizabeth $2.92Fez $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Fez
Also in Fez, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Full Day Boutique Winery and Wine Tasting Tour from Fez to Meknes: $180
- Full-Day Boutique Winery and Wine Tasting Tour from Fez: $263
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Port Elizabeth and Fez, we can see that Fez is more expensive. And not only is Port Elizabeth much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Port Elizabeth would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Port Elizabeth 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 Fez would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fez than you might in Port Elizabeth.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Port Elizabeth Expensive? and Is Fez Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Port Elizabeth or Fez?
Port Elizabeth has a larger population, and is about 0% larger than the population of Fez. When comparing the sizes of Port Elizabeth and Fez, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.