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

Should you visit Tiberias or Manila?

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

Should I visit Tiberias or Manila? 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 Manila?

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.

Manila

A sprawling metropolis that is home to more than 12 million people, Manila is one huge, misunderstood concrete jungle, full of diverse cultures, traffic, pollution, restaurants, shopping malls, noise and nightlife. If you're looking to soak in culture and feel the vibe of a place rather than seeking a city that specifically caters to tourists, Manila is the place to be. Capital of the Philippines, Manila is also the center for education, business, and transportation.

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 2-Week Tours in Philippines, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Philippines.


Which place is cheaper, Manila or Tiberias?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Tiberias is $133, while the average daily cost in Manila is $99. 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 Tiberias and Manila in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Tiberias $67
    Manila $50
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Tiberias $134
    Manila $100
Compare Hotels in Tiberias and Manila

Looking for a hotel in Tiberias or Manila? 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.

Hotels in Tiberias


Hotels in Manila


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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: Tiberias Hotel Prices and Manila Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Tiberias $5.60
    Manila $13

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manila

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Manila:

  • Airport Transfer from Manila Airport: $96
  • Amazing Pagsanjan Falls with Authentic filipino lunch Plus Transfers frm manila*: $150
  • Escape to Enchanting Hidden Valley Springs! with Transfers***: $170
  • Full On 5-7 hours ATV Adventure Rivers-Mountains-Jungle with Transfers Manila: $280
  • Half Day Intramuros and Distillery Experience with Transfer: $73
  • METRO MANILA AIRPORT TRANSFERS | VAN: $64
  • Manila Airport Transfer: $38
  • Manila Airports Quality Safe and Reliable Airport Transfer: $40
  • Manila Int Airport (MNL) to Manila - Arrival Private Transfer: $26
  • Manila Int Airport (MNL) to Manila - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $52
  • Manila International Airport Private Transfer To & From City: $30
  • Manila Private Airport Transfer: Comfortable & Affordable: $38

Is it cheaper to fly into Tiberias or Manila?

Prices for flights to both Manila and Tiberias 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Tiberias $59
    Manila $29
Typical Food Prices in Tiberias

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Tiberias:


  • Lunch for Two
    $6.53
  • Pastry
    $2.29

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Manila

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Manila.

  • Manila Food Tour: Introduction to Philippine Street Food: $51
  • Manila Food Tour: Explore World's Oldest Chinatown: $51
  • Ugbo Manila Street Food Tour with Tuktuk Ride: $60
  • ⭐ Manila Street Food Tour in the Downtown, Eat and Drink⭐: $62
  • Guided Food Tour of Binondo with Tastings: $65
  • Street Food tour & Local Jeepney, Tuktuk Ride: $66
  • Binondo Chinatown Food Tour with Free Food Samples: $70
  • Manila Chinatown Food Tour with Local Guide: $71
  • Intramuros and Chinatown Food Tour with Food Samples: $80
  • Cultural Dance Show with Dinner in Manila: $105
  • A taste of Manila's History & Filipino Culture with Buffet Dinner: $175
  • Subic: Sunset Dinner Yacht Cruise from Manila & Clark: $212

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Tiberias $13
    Manila $18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Tiberias

Here are a few typical costs in Tiberias for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Two Bikes for Day
    $39

Tours and Activities in Tiberias

Here are a few actual costs in Tiberias for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Haifa Shore Excursion: Nazareth and the Galilee - for cruise ship guests only: $115
  • Shabbat Experience in Tzfat with Wine Pairing: $160
  • Safed Wine & Cheese Tour: $250
  • Culinary Day Tour of the Galilee: $287

Tours and Activities in Manila

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Manila are as follows:

  • Skip the Line: Hike Eat Swim at Mount Purro Nature Reserve Ticket: $22
  • A Night in Old Intramuros Walking Tour: $23
  • Explore the Urban Art of Mural and Street Art Tour: $25
  • Fort Santiago Guided Tour: $25
  • The Dessert Museum Entry Ticket: $27
  • Viva Old Intramuros Walking Tour: $27
  • Historical Bamboo Bike Tour in Intramuros: $30
  • Old Manila Intramuros Area Walking Tour: $30
  • Manila night cruise, night life, foodie tour and 3d theather: $32
  • Intramuros Night Bamboo Bike Tour: $34
  • Guided Sunset Bamboo Bike Tour in Intramuros: $34
  • Experience Intramuros with Bamboo Bicycle - Ecotours: $39

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Tiberias $21
    Manila $9.21


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tiberias and Manila, we can see that Tiberias is more expensive. And not only is Manila much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tiberias is in Middle East and Manila 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 Manila would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Manila 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 Manila.

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


Which is Bigger, Tiberias or Manila?

Manila has a larger population, and is about 260 times larger than the population of Tiberias. When comparing the sizes of Tiberias and Manila, 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 Manila?

Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.

Should I visit Tiberias or Manila in the Summer?

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

Manila receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Tiberias usually receives less rain than Manila. Tiberias gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Manila receives 408 mm (16.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.

In July, Tiberias is generally around the same temperature as Manila. Daily temperatures in Tiberias average around 28°C (82°F), and Manila fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Tiberias 28°C (82°F) 
    Manila 27°C (80°F)

Should I visit Tiberias or Manila in the Autumn?

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

It's quite rainy in Manila. Tiberias usually gets less rain in October than Manila. Tiberias gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Manila receives 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

Tiberias is around the same temperature as Manila in the autumn. The daily temperature in Tiberias averages around 24°C (75°F) in October, and Manila fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Tiberias 24°C (75°F) 
    Manila 26°C (79°F)

Should I visit Tiberias or Manila in the Winter?

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

In January, Tiberias usually receives more rain than Manila. Tiberias gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Manila receives 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.

In the winter, Tiberias is much colder than Manila. Typically, the winter temperatures in Tiberias in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Manila averages at about 24°C (76°F).


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Tiberias 14°C (57°F) 
    Manila 24°C (76°F)

Should I visit Tiberias or Manila in the Spring?

Both Manila and Tiberias during the spring 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 Manila year-round.

Tiberias usually gets more rain in April than Manila. Tiberias gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Manila receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

In April, Tiberias is generally cooler than Manila. Daily temperatures in Tiberias average around 20°C (68°F), and Manila fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Tiberias 20°C (68°F) 
    Manila 29°C (84°F)

Typical Weather for Manila and Tiberias

Tiberias Manila
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 14°C (57°F) 41 mm (1.6 in) 24°C (76°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Feb 14°C (57°F) 37 mm (1.5 in) 25°C (77°F) 5 mm (0.2 in)
Mar 16°C (61°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 27°C (80°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Apr 20°C (68°F) 26 mm (1 in) 29°C (84°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
May 23°C (73°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 29°C (83°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)
Jun 27°C (81°F) 0 mm (0 in) 27°C (81°F) 303 mm (11.9 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 0 mm (0 in) 27°C (80°F) 408 mm (16.1 in)
Aug 29°C (84°F) 0 mm (0 in) 27°C (80°F) 452 mm (17.8 in)
Sep 27°C (81°F) 7 mm (0.3 in) 27°C (80°F) 357 mm (14.1 in)
Oct 24°C (75°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 26°C (79°F) 240 mm (9.4 in)
Nov 20°C (68°F) 22 mm (0.9 in) 25°C (77°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Dec 16°C (61°F) 37 mm (1.5 in) 23°C (73°F) 50 mm (2 in)