Which place is cheaper, Luxor or Serengeti National Park?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Serengeti National Park or Luxor?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Serengeti National Park or Luxor, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Serengeti National Park or Luxor?
Serengeti National Park
Sprawling across 5,700 square miles of northern Tanzania in East Africa, Serengeti National Park makes up one of the oldest ecosystems in the world-one whose climate, vegetation, and fauna has barely changed over the past million years. Today the park is a major wildlife destination, especially during the Great Migration when over a million hoofed animals are on the move.
Luxor
Egypt is surely on the top of every history lover's bucket list. Nowhere is the history more engrossing than in Luxor. From amazing monuments dating back to ancient Thebes to rows of temples up the Nile, this remarkable city is full the stories of past greatness.
The East Bank – or the central part of Luxor Township – is the hotbed for tourism. This is where most of the hotels and resorts are, while the West Bank is home to the ancient ruins and archaeological wonders you'll want to explore.
Before traveling to Egypt, be sure to check on the current affairs and political climate. It could have a major effect on the amount of tourists visiting, and, if conditions are too dangerous, you may want to reschedule. Also note, ladies, to avoid any issues, dress modestly. This is a very conservative region of the world. The less skin showing, the better.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Tanzania, The Best Cultural Tours in Tanzania, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Egypt, and The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySerengeti National Park $116Luxor $17
The average daily cost (per person) in Serengeti National Park is $116, while the average daily cost in Luxor is $17. 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 Serengeti National Park and Luxor in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSerengeti National Park $53Luxor $7.48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSerengeti National Park $106Luxor $15
Compare Hotels in Serengeti National Park and Luxor
Looking for a hotel in Serengeti National Park or Luxor? 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: Luxor Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Serengeti National Park $20Luxor $3.84
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Luxor
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Luxor:
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Taxi Ride$0.41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Luxor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Luxor:
- Hotel Transfer to Luxor International Airport: $30
- Private Transfer Luxor International Airport to Luxor Hotels: $12
- Private Transfer Service from Luxor to Aswan: $53
- Private Transfer from Luxor Hotels or Cruise to Luxor Airport: $15
- Private Transfer from Luxor to Aswan or vice versa: $145
- Private Transfers From Luxor to Hurghada: $120
- Transfer Luxor to hurghada ( Private ): $60
- Transfers From Luxor To Hurghada : $140
- 1 day tour in Luxor and transfer to Hurghada: $145
- Airport private transfer Luxor airport: $21
- Airport private transfer Luxor airport: $27
- Airport private transfer Luxor airport: $20
Is it cheaper to fly into Serengeti National Park or Luxor?
Prices for flights to both Luxor and Serengeti National Park 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 daySerengeti National Park $36Luxor $5.73
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Luxor
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Luxor.
- Luxor West Bank By Night and Alabaster Museum Tour with Dinner : $19
- Sunset Dinner at a Traditional Egyptian House of Luxor: $30
- Sunset Dinner at a Traditional Egyptian House in Luxor: $40
- Riding a felucca at Sunset and Dinner an Egyptian House in Luxor: $40
- 3 Hours Culinary Journey with Family Food Tour in Luxor: $40
- Felucca and Luxor Nile Cruise Dinner: $45
- 4 Hours Culinary Journey with Local Family Food Tour in Luxor: $50
- Luxor City Private Walking and Food Tour: $50
- Sunset Dinner Cruise on the Nile in Luxor: $50
- Felucca Ride at Sunset and Dinner at an Egyptian House in Luxor: $55
- Luxor & Mummification Museums & City Tour by H. Carriage & Dinner: $70
- Private Romantic Dinner on the Nile Luxor: $70
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Serengeti National Park $49Luxor $6.61
Typical Entertainment Prices in Luxor
Here are a few typical costs in Luxor for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Boat Ride (for 2)$0.56
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Temple Karnak for Two$2.69
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Camel Ride for Two$1.24
Tours and Activities in Luxor
Here are a few actual costs in Luxor for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Karnak Temple Private Guided Tour: $4.00
- Ramesseum Mortuary Temple of Ramses II Entry Ticket: $4.56
- Entry Ticket To Valley of the Queens: $4.60
- Souvenir Shopping Tour, Luxor: $5.13
- Private Tour Shopping in Luxor City : $6.00
- Private Tour Shopping in Luxor: $7.00
- Skip-the-Line Valley Of The Queens Entry Ticket: $7.40
- Day Tour To Habu Temple Valley Of Workers And Queens: $8.00
- Luxor Day Tour visit East and West Nile Banks: $8.00
- Full Day Tour to East and West Banks of Luxor: $8.00
- Half Day East Bank Tour to Luxor and Karnak Temples: $8.00
- Luxor Day Tours To East Bank & West Bank: $8.00
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySerengeti National Park $14Luxor $2.22
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Serengeti National Park and Luxor, we can see that Serengeti National Park is more expensive. And not only is Luxor much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Luxor would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Luxor 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 Serengeti National Park would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Serengeti National Park than you might in Luxor.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Serengeti National Park Expensive? and Is Luxor Expensive?.
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.