Which place is cheaper, Chefchaouen or Pretoria?
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 Pretoria or Chefchaouen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Pretoria or Chefchaouen? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Pretoria or Chefchaouen?
Pretoria
Located in Gauteng Province, Pretoria is the administrative capital city of South Africa, making it home to many government buildings and three universities. It is actually one of three capital cities, being home to the executive branch, with Cape Town as the legislative capital and Bloemfontein as the judicial capital. Within South Africa, Pretoria is also known as the "Jacaranda City" due to the thousands of jacaranda trees lining its streets, parks, and gardens.
Chefchaouen
To feel like you've really stepped back in time to the glory days of Morocco, you're going to want to spend time in Chefchaouen. This town's beautiful medina is filled with white washed buildings with blue highlights. The wandering alleyways provide a fairy tale setting where you can relax for a few days. This mountainous region is a humble example of the classic picture of this area. Set against the backdrop of the Rif Mountains, the white and powder blue accented buildings and call to calls to prayer throughout the day let every visitor know they've arrived in a relaxing spot of peace and serenity.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in South Africa, The Best Sightseeing Tours in South Africa, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.
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Pretoria Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPretoria $69Chefchaouen $77
The average daily cost (per person) in Pretoria is $69, while the average daily cost in Chefchaouen is $77. 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 Pretoria and Chefchaouen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPretoria $28Chefchaouen $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPretoria $56Chefchaouen $52
Compare Hotels in Pretoria and Chefchaouen
Looking for a hotel in Pretoria or Chefchaouen? 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: Chefchaouen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pretoria $13Chefchaouen $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pretoria
Also for Pretoria, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Sun City Private Transfer: $246
- Airport transfers,door to door shuttle: $53
- Airport Transfers and Private Tours: $44
- Pretoria to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Departure Private Transfer: $42
- Private Oneway Transfer from Johannesburg to Johannesburg Airport: $35
- Private Airport Transfers to Sandton & Joburg CBD: $25
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Chefchaouen:
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Taxi Ride$1.09
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chefchaouen
Also for Chefchaouen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Vip Private Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes Vice Versa: $173
- Transfer to/from Tangier and Chefchaouen: $210
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Tetouan: $79
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Tangier: $81
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Fes: $125
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Casablanca: $206
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Asliha: $83
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Airport Casablanca: $197
- Private Transfers from Chefchaouen to Fez (one way): $110
- Private Transfer from Chefchaouen to Tanger-Ibn Batouta (TNG) Airport: $233
- Private Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fez (Door To Door): $94
- Private Transfer From Chefchaouen to Tangier: $87
Is it cheaper to fly into Pretoria or Chefchaouen?
Prices for flights to both Chefchaouen and Pretoria 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 dayPretoria $29Chefchaouen $33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pretoria
For Pretoria, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Lesedi Cultural Experience + Lunch or Dinner: $113
- Lesedi Cultural Experience + Lunch or Dinner: $135
Typical Food Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Chefchaouen:
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Lunch for Two$9.80
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Dinner for Two$11
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Cupcake$0.33
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Nutella and Yogurt$2.18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chefchaouen
For Chefchaouen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Moroccan Dishes with a Local Family Cooking Classes: $24
- Authentic Chefchaouen Cooking Class and Market Tour and Flavors: $45
- Cooking Class - Chefchaouen -: $47
- Cooking class of the medditeranean diet: $50
- Moroccan Cooking Class with Market Tour & Rooftop View: $52
- Cooking Class with Market Tour & Meal: $57
- Cooking Class with Market Tour and Meal in Chefchaouen: $59
- Moroccan Cooking Class with a Local Family & Market Visit: $59
- Cooking with a Local Family in Chefchaouen with Mountain View: $59
- Moroccan Cooking Class with a Local Family & Market Visit: $63
- Private Cooking Class With Family in Chefchaouen: $65
- Chefchaouen Street Food Tour: $67
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pretoria $16Chefchaouen $18
Tours and Activities in Pretoria
For Pretoria, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1Day Pilanesburg Big 5 safari experience: $76
- 2-Day Johannesburg, Soweto and Pretoria Guided Tour: $198
- 3 tours/ cradle human kind caves and Lesedi Cultural village: $164
- 3-Day Private Tour Johannesburg - See everything: $245
- Aerial Cableway Private Tour from Johannesburg: $142
- Aha Lesedi Cultural Village tour: $179
- Apartheid History of South Africa (Full day Experience with lunch: $116
- Apartheid Museum Tour in Johannesburg from Pretoria, every FRIDAY afternoon: $72
- Apartheid Museum and Soweto Tour in Johannesburg: $93
- Bicycle or Tuk Tuk Soweto Guided Experience: $106
- City Tour of Pretoria: $157
- Constitutional Hill and Apartheid Museum Half-Day Tour from ZAR R1 100 Private: $75
Tours and Activities in Chefchaouen
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chefchaouen.
- 10-Day Morocco Adventure: Casablanca to the Sahara: $5,013
- 2 Hours Private Chefchaouen Walking Tour: $35
- 2.Days Desert Tour from fes to Fes: $136
- 3-Day Trekking from Chefchaouen – Rif Mountains Adventure: $235
- 3-Hour Blue City Tour Souks, Shopping and Rooftop Chill: $35
- 3-Hour Private Legacy Tour in Chefchaouen: $22
- Akchour waterfalls tours: $94
- Art and Craft Experience in Chefchaouen-Full day: $129
- Authentic Moroccan Pastry and Tea Experience in Chefchaouen: $65
- Bake Moroccan Bread with a Local Family and Clay Oven Experience: $39
- Blue Cite Walking Tour-Hidden Alleys & Local Secrets with Guide: $55
- Blue Echoes of Chefchaouen |Sunset City Tour & snack tasting: $91
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPretoria $35Chefchaouen $15
When comparing the travel costs between Pretoria and Chefchaouen, we can see that Chefchaouen 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. Since both cities are in Africa, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pretoria Expensive? and Is Chefchaouen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pretoria or Chefchaouen?
Pretoria has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Chefchaouen. When comparing the sizes of Pretoria and Chefchaouen, 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.