Which place is cheaper, Tanah Rata or Tiberias?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Should I visit Tiberias or Tanah Rata? 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.
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.
Tanah Rata is one of the main tourist towns in the Cameron Highlands. The Cameron Highlands are in western Malaysia and are a popular retreat for Malaysian residents and international travelers alike. The area's higher elevation offers an often much needed break from the country's oppressive heat. It also has a beautiful setting that is rich in agriculture and has rolling hills that are beautifully covered in tea plantations. Tanah Rata has many of the area's tourist amenities. ATMS, banks, and the area's main hospital are all found in town. For some, the area feels too touristy, but if you linger longer, and explore on your own, you can easily escape the mass tourism and see the area for what it is.
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 10-Day Tours in Malaysia, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Malaysia.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Tiberias is $87, while the average daily cost in Tanah Rata is $137. 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 Tanah Rata in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Tanah Rata:
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Tiberias:
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Tanah Rata:
Here are a few typical costs in Tiberias for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Here are a few actual costs in Tiberias for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few typical costs in Tanah Rata for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Here are a few actual costs in Tanah Rata for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tiberias and Tanah Rata, we can see that Tanah Rata is more expensive. And not only is Tiberias much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tiberias is in Middle East and Tanah Rata 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 Tiberias would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tiberias 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 Tanah Rata would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tanah Rata than you might in Tiberias.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tiberias Expensive? and Is Tanah Rata Expensive?.
Tiberias has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Tanah Rata. When comparing the sizes of Tiberias and Tanah Rata, 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.
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.
Both Tanah Rata and Tiberias are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tiberias throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Tanah Rata because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Tiberias usually receives less rain than Tanah Rata. Tiberias gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Tanah Rata receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
In July, Tiberias is generally around the same temperature as Tanah Rata. Daily temperatures in Tiberias average around 28°C (82°F), and Tanah Rata fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
Both Tanah Rata 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. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tanah Rata year-round.
Tanah Rata gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Tiberias usually gets less rain in October than Tanah Rata. Tiberias gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Tanah Rata receives 237 mm (9.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
Tiberias is cooler than Tanah Rata in the autumn. The daily temperature in Tiberias averages around 24°C (75°F) in October, and Tanah Rata fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Tiberias and Tanah Rata. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tiberias year-round. Tanah Rata attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Tanah Rata receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Tiberias usually receives less rain than Tanah Rata. Tiberias gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Tanah Rata receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In the winter, Tiberias is much colder than Tanah Rata. Typically, the winter temperatures in Tiberias in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Tanah Rata averages at about 27°C (80°F).
The spring brings many poeple to Tiberias as well as Tanah Rata. Tiberias attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tanah Rata throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Tanah Rata. Tiberias usually gets less rain in April than Tanah Rata. Tiberias gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Tanah Rata receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
In April, Tiberias is generally cooler than Tanah Rata. Daily temperatures in Tiberias average around 20°C (68°F), and Tanah Rata fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Tiberias | Tanah Rata | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
May | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 126 mm (5 in) |
Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) |
Oct | 24°C (75°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) |
Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 270 mm (10.6 in) |
Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) |