A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Tiberias vs. Chumphon for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Tiberias or Chumphon?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Tiberias or Chumphon? 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: Tiberias or Chumphon?

Tiberias

Tiberias is a major tourist destination in Israel. It's positioned on the western side of the Sea of Galilee and is a popular spot for Israeli and international tourists alike. The town itself offers great views of the beautiful blue waters and the surrounding green hills. Tiberias is also considered to be one of the Jewish Four Holy Cities. Many people also use Tiberias as a jumping off point to explore the Golan Heights area.

Chumphon

Sometimes tourism has a tendency to spoil the natural beauty of a place. This is not the case in the magical city of Chumphon, Thailand. As the gateway to the Chumphon Archipelago, this city has maintained natural, untouched beauty. Its miles of coastline are full of fine beaches with fishing, swimming and a number of other activities.

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When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tiberias and Chumphon, we can see that Tiberias is more expensive. And not only is Chumphon much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tiberias is in Middle East and Chumphon 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 Chumphon would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chumphon 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 Tiberias would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tiberias than you might in Chumphon.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tiberias Expensive? and Is Chumphon Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Tiberias or Chumphon?

Chumphon has a larger population, and is about 40% larger than the population of Tiberias. When comparing the sizes of Tiberias and Chumphon, 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 Tiberias or Chumphon?

Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.

Should I visit Tiberias or Chumphon in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Tiberias as well as Chumphon. Tiberias attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Chumphon throughout the year.

It's quite rainy in Chumphon. Tiberias usually gets less rain in July than Chumphon. Tiberias gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Chumphon receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain this time of the year.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tiberias this time of the year. In the summer, Tiberias often gets more sunshine than Chumphon. Tiberias gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Chumphon receives 195 hours of full sun.

Tiberias is around the same temperature as Chumphon in the summer. The daily temperature in Tiberias averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Chumphon fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).

Should I visit Tiberias or Chumphon in the Autumn?

Both Chumphon and Tiberias are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tiberias throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Chumphon because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Chumphon. In October, Tiberias usually receives less rain than Chumphon. Tiberias gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Chumphon receives 276 mm (10.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tiberias. Tiberias usually receives more sunshine than Chumphon during autumn. Tiberias gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Chumphon receives 167 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In the autumn, Tiberias is cooler than Chumphon. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Tiberias in October average around 24°C (75°F), and Chumphon averages at about 27°C (81°F).

Should I visit Tiberias or Chumphon in the Winter?

Both Chumphon and Tiberias during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Tiberias because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Chumphon year-round.

Tiberias usually gets less rain in January than Chumphon. Tiberias gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Chumphon receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

In Chumphon, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Tiberias often gets less sunshine than Chumphon. Tiberias gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Chumphon receives 255 hours of full sun.

In January, Tiberias is generally much colder than Chumphon. Daily temperatures in Tiberias average around 14°C (57°F), and Chumphon fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).

Should I visit Tiberias or Chumphon in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Tiberias and Chumphon. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tiberias year-round. Chumphon attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In April, Tiberias usually receives less rain than Chumphon. Tiberias gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Chumphon receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Chumphon this time of the year. In Tiberias, it's very sunny this time of the year. Tiberias usually receives more sunshine than Chumphon during spring. Tiberias gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Chumphon receives 239 hours of full sun in the spring.

Tiberias is cooler than Chumphon in the spring. The daily temperature in Tiberias averages around 20°C (68°F) in April, and Chumphon fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).

Typical Weather for Chumphon and Tiberias