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

Should you visit Tiberias or Koyasan?

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

Should I visit Tiberias or Koyasan? 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 Koyasan?

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.

Koyasan

Mount Koya, Japan is a mountain city located just south of Osaka in the Wakayama prefecture. The area is known as the headquarters of the Shingnon sect of Japanese Buddhism and was first settled in 816. Over time, it has developed into the small town of Koya that is now home to a religious studies university and over 100 temples, many of which offer accommodation.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Day Tours from Jerusalem, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Jerusalem, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Japan, and The Best Historical Tours in Japan.

When comparing the travel costs between Tiberias and Koyasan, we can see that Tiberias 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. Even though Tiberias is in Middle East and Koyasan is in Asia, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.

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

When is the best time to visit Tiberias or Koyasan?

Koyasan has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Tiberias experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Tiberias or Koyasan in the Summer?

Both Koyasan and Tiberias are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tiberias throughout the year. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Koyasan because of the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Tiberias is around the same temperature as Koyasan. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tiberias in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Koyasan averages at about 27°C (81°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tiberias. Tiberias usually receives more sunshine than Koyasan during summer. Tiberias gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Koyasan receives 183 hours of full sun in the summer.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Koyasan. In July, Tiberias usually receives less rain than Koyasan. Tiberias gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Koyasan receives 156 mm (6.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Tiberias or Koyasan in the Autumn?

Both Koyasan and Tiberias during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Tiberias because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the hiking trails, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Koyasan this time of year.

In October, Tiberias is generally a little warmer than Koyasan. Daily temperatures in Tiberias average around 24°C (75°F), and Koyasan fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).

It's quite sunny in Tiberias. In the autumn, Tiberias often gets more sunshine than Koyasan. Tiberias gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koyasan receives 159 hours of full sun.

Koyasan gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Tiberias usually gets less rain in October than Koyasan. Tiberias gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Koyasan receives 105 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Tiberias or Koyasan in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Tiberias and Koyasan. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tiberias year-round. Furthermore, many travelers come to Koyasan for the museums and the cuisine.

Tiberias is much warmer than Koyasan in the winter. The daily temperature in Tiberias averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Koyasan fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).

Tiberias usually receives more sunshine than Koyasan during winter. Tiberias gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Koyasan receives 140 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Tiberias usually receives less rain than Koyasan. Tiberias gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Koyasan receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Tiberias or Koyasan in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Tiberias as well as Koyasan. Tiberias attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many visitors come to Koyasan in the spring for the small town charm and the natural beauty.

In the spring, Tiberias is a little warmer than Koyasan. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tiberias in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Koyasan averages at about 15°C (59°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tiberias this time of the year. In the spring, Tiberias often gets more sunshine than Koyasan. Tiberias gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koyasan receives 176 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Koyasan. Tiberias usually gets less rain in April than Koyasan. Tiberias gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Koyasan receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Koyasan and Tiberias