Which place is cheaper, Fez or Srinagar?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Srinagar or Fez?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Srinagar or Fez, 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: Srinagar or Fez?
Srinagar
Lying on the banks of the Jhelum River, Srinagar is the largest city and the summer capital of the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is best known for its gardens, waterfronts, and houseboats as well as local traditional Kashmiri handicrafts and dried fruits.
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 Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySrinagar $26Fez $53
The average daily cost (per person) in Srinagar is $26, while the average daily cost in Fez is $53. 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 Srinagar and Fez in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSrinagar $15Fez $28
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSrinagar $30Fez $56
Compare Hotels in Srinagar and Fez
Looking for a hotel in Srinagar 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: Srinagar Hotel Prices and Fez Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Srinagar $2.56Fez $4.95
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Srinagar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Srinagar:
- Srinagar To Leh, Ladakh Taxi (One way Transfer): $246
- Srinagar Airport Transfers Taxi Service: $16
- Srinagar Airport Transfer: $28
- Private Transfer from Srinagar to Sheikh ul-Alam (SXR) Airport: $69
- Private Transfer from Sheikh ul-Alam (SXR) Airport to Srinagar: $69
- Kashmir: 5-Day Tour with Houseboat Stay and Transfers: $240
- Kashmir Transport Services for Transfers & Sightseeing Tours: $58
- A Private Airport Transfer in Srinagar: $27
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$1.99
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fez
Also for Fez, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Chefchaouen To Fez: $110
- 2-Day Transfer to Chefchaouen from Fez: $55
- Airport Transfers FES Airport - Hotel - Airport: $38
- Airport Transfers in Fes (private service): $12
- Airport transfers in Fez (Door to Door): $14
- Fes Airport Transfer: $80
- Fes City to Fes Airport (FEZ) Private Transfer: $64
- Fes Saiss Private airport transfer with arrival and departure: $24
- Fes to Chefchaouen Private Transfer: $126
- Fes to Chefchaouen Private Transfer: $103
- Fes to Chefchaouen: Private Transfer (English Speaking Driver): $244
- Fez Airport Private Departure Transfer: $33
Is it cheaper to fly into Srinagar or Fez?
Prices for flights to both Fez and Srinagar 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 daySrinagar $5.17Fez $18
Typical Food Prices in Fez
For Fez, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Yogurt$0.60
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Dinner for 2$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fez
For Fez, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Lunch/Dinner with Moroccan family : $27
- Moroccan Romantic Dinner in Fez: $33
- Baking Workshops at Fez Cooking School at Palais Amani: $42
- Private Home hosted Experience in Morocco with Dinner Included: $43
- cooking classe in fes with ouliya: $44
- Cooking Class with Bread Workshop and Pastry in Fes: $44
- Cooking Class - Moroccan cuisine: $49
- Tour to Fez Morocco with Lunch or Dinner: $53
- The Best Cooking Class in Fez: $55
- Cooking Local Tajine Class in Fez: $55
- fez cooking tour: $57
- Full Day Fes Cooking Class Experience: $59
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Srinagar $10Fez $6.21
Tours and Activities in Srinagar
Here are a few actual costs in Srinagar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 4 Days and 3 Nights Private Tour of Kashmir: $290
- 5 Days and 4 Nights Private Tour of Kashmir: $285
- 6 Days Kashmir Tour with Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonamarg: $300
- Enchanting Kashmir: A 6-Day Srinagar Adventure: $420
- From 5-Day Kashmir Tour with Gulmarg and Pahalgam: $1,799
- Full day tour of Srinagar with Entrance Fee & Guide: $154
- Full day tour of Srinagar with Entrance Fee, Guide, Shikara ride & Lunch: $222
- Gulmarg Adventure: A Thrilling Day Trip from Srinagar: $71
- Kashmir Houseboat Tour Package - 2 Nights / 3 Days: $209
- Magical Kashmir Tour: $715
- Private Custom Excursion Tour to Pahalgam from Srinagar with Guide: $74
- Private Custom Tour: Pahalgam sightseeing with guide: $74
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$1.99
Tours and Activities in Fez
For Fez, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Fes Shared Full-Day Guided Tour : $13
- Shared Group Day Tour to Ourika Valley from Marrakech: $15
- Cultural tour in Fez: $15
- Private Shopping Tour in the Souks of the Old Medina: $16
- 4 Hours Private Guided Tour in Fez: $16
- Fez Rampart Tour Including Chouara Tannery: $18
- Half-Day Guided Tour in Fes : $19
- A FEScinating group tour : $20
- Fes Guided tours, Cultural tour: $20
- Ancient Medina, Fes Morocco - Walking Tour - Private - Half Day: $21
- Shared Fez Guided Tour : $21
- Private Fes Shopping tour : $21
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySrinagar $2.56Fez -
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: $252
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Srinagar and Fez, we can see that Fez is more expensive. And not only is Srinagar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Srinagar is in Asia and Fez is in Africa, 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 Srinagar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Srinagar 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 Srinagar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Srinagar Expensive? and Is Fez Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Srinagar or Fez?
Srinagar has a larger population, and is about 1% larger than the population of Fez. When comparing the sizes of Srinagar 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.