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

Should you visit Tiberias or Pai?

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

Should I visit Tiberias or Pai? 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 Pai?

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.

Pai

As the lush green mountains adorn the blue horizon amidst its creamy clouds, Pai, in northern Thailand, works as one of the many hubs for some of the world's most exciting cultural adventures and natural wonders. Within this small town just north of the Mae Hong Son Province, near the Myanmar border, Pai lays on the Pai River and holds a population of no more than 2,500. Despite its geographical insignificance, this town attracts a wide array of tourists. From breathtaking waterfalls to relaxing hot springs, you will find yourself astonished at how much this little city holds within its borders.

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 G Adventures Tours to Thailand, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Phuket.

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

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

When is the best time to visit Tiberias or Pai?

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 Pai in the Summer?

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

It's quite rainy in Pai. Tiberias usually gets less rain in July than Pai. Tiberias gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Pai receives 211 mm (8.3 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 Pai. Tiberias gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pai receives 146 hours of full sun.

Tiberias is around the same temperature as Pai in the summer. The daily temperature in Tiberias averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Pai fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).

Should I visit Tiberias or Pai in the Autumn?

Both Pai 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 Pai because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Pai. In October, Tiberias usually receives less rain than Pai. Tiberias gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Pai receives 115 mm (4.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

It's quite sunny in Pai. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tiberias. Tiberias usually receives more sunshine than Pai during autumn. Tiberias gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Pai receives 226 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In the autumn, Tiberias is cooler than Pai. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Tiberias in October average around 24°C (75°F), and Pai averages at about 29°C (84°F).

Should I visit Tiberias or Pai in the Winter?

Both Pai 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 Pai year-round.

Tiberias usually gets more rain in January than Pai. Tiberias gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Pai receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain this time of the year.

In Pai, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Tiberias often gets less sunshine than Pai. Tiberias gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pai receives 283 hours of full sun.

In January, Tiberias is generally much colder than Pai. Daily temperatures in Tiberias average around 14°C (57°F), and Pai fluctuates around 24°C (74°F).

Should I visit Tiberias or Pai in the Spring?

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

In April, Tiberias usually receives less rain than Pai. Tiberias gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Pai receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pai this time of the year. In Tiberias, it's very sunny this time of the year. Tiberias usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Pai during spring. Tiberias gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Pai receives 275 hours of full sun in the spring.

The heat can be very extreme in Pai. Tiberias is much colder than Pai in the spring. The daily temperature in Tiberias averages around 20°C (68°F) in April, and Pai fluctuates around 32°C (89°F).

Typical Weather for Pai and Tiberias