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

Should you visit Tiberias or Yokohama?

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

Should I visit Tiberias or Yokohama? 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 Yokohama?

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.

Yokohama

Located on the western coast of Tokyo Bay just south of Tokyo, Yokohama is Japan's second largest city and one of the most-visited cities by foreigners. It features one of the largest Chinatown's in the world as well as many parks and architectural landmarks.

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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Tokyo, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Tokyo.


Which place is cheaper, Yokohama or Tiberias?

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 Yokohama is $124. 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 Yokohama in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Tiberias $55
    Yokohama $69
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Tiberias $110
    Yokohama $138
Compare Hotels in Tiberias and Yokohama

Looking for a hotel in Tiberias or Yokohama? 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 Yokohama


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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 Yokohama Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Tiberias $4.55
    Yokohama $20

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yokohama

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yokohama:

  • Haneda Airport to/from Yokohama Private transfer: $119
  • Haneda Airport: Private One-Way Transfer to/from Yokohama: $148
  • Narita Airport to/from Yokohama Private Transfer: $324
  • Narita Airport: Private One-Way Transfer to/from Yokohama: $264
  • Private Departure Transfer : Yokohama City to Haneda Airport: $119
  • Private Departure Transfer : Yokohama City to Narita International Airport: $239
  • Private Transfer from Yokohama Cruise Port to Narita Airport NRT: $114
  • Private Transfer from Yokohama Cruise Port to Tokyo: $76
  • Private Transfer from Yokohama Cruise Port to Tokyo city hotels: $96
  • Private Transfer from Yokohama Port to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND): $59
  • Private Transfer from Yokohama Port to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND): $65
  • Shared Departure Transfer : Yokohama City to Haneda Airport: $54

Is it cheaper to fly into Tiberias or Yokohama?

Prices for flights to both Yokohama 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 $28
    Yokohama $37
Typical Food Prices in Tiberias

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


  • Lunch for Two
    $5.30
  • Pastry
    $1.86

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yokohama

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

  • TAKOYAKI Cooking Class with All-you-can-drink in Tokyo, Roppongi: $46
  • Sushi Roll and Side Dish Cooking Experience in Tokyo: $78
  • 3-Hour Shared Halal-Friendly Japanese Cooking Class in Tokyo: $85
  • Ginza Private Walking and Tokyo Local Food Tour: $104
  • Shinjuku Izakaya Food Tour: $108
  • Sakuragicho/Noge Walking & Local Food Tour: $114
  • Half-day Cooking Class in Yokohama Local Shopping District: $123
  • Adventurous Japanese Food Tour: $124
  • Experience Izakaya With A Mini Food Tour Of Tokyo: $161
  • Night Food Tour Starting Ginza: $163
  • Yokohama Private Food Tours with a Local: 100% Personalized : $186
  • Tokyo Allstar Food Tour: $245

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Tiberias $10
    Yokohama $29
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
    $32

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 Yokohama

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

  • Yokohama Zoo Zoorasia Admission Ticket: $6.29
  • Marine Tower Observation Floor Ticket: $7.58
  • Tokyo Walking Tour with Licensed Guide Shinjuku: $20
  • Family tour with Manhole covers & Vehicles: $22
  • Takoyaki making experience ~Japan's popular street food~: $23
  • Easy Ramen making experience in Kabukicho, Shinjuku: $26
  • Tokyo Tower: Privat tour, day or night with local guide: $27
  • Experience Comparing Sake and Delicacies in shinjyuku: $33
  • 【Carefully selected】Japanese rare sake tasting experience: $33
  • 3 Hours Private Edo Tokyo Shinjuku Entertainment Tour: $33
  • Walking tour focus on 5 Architecture and history: $35
  • Small-Group Souvenirs Hunting Tour in Ginza: $36

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Tiberias $17
    Yokohama $17

Sample the Local Flavors in Yokohama

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Yokohama:

  • Tokyo Pub Crawl: $26
  • Tokyo Hidden Izakaya and Sake Small-Group Pub Tour with Local Guide: $163


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tiberias and Yokohama, we can see that Yokohama 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 Yokohama 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 Yokohama would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yokohama 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 Yokohama Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Tiberias or Yokohama?

Yokohama has a larger population, and is about 90 times larger than the population of Tiberias. When comparing the sizes of Tiberias and Yokohama, 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 Yokohama?

Yokohama 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 Yokohama in the Summer?

Both Yokohama 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, many visitors come to Yokohama in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.

Tiberias is a little warmer than Yokohama in the summer. The daily temperature in Tiberias averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Yokohama fluctuates around 25°C (78°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tiberias. Tiberias usually receives more sunshine than Yokohama during summer. Tiberias gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Yokohama receives 137 hours of full sun in the summer.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Yokohama. In July, Tiberias usually receives less rain than Yokohama. Tiberias gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Tiberias 28°C (82°F) 
    Yokohama 25°C (78°F)

Should I visit Tiberias or Yokohama in the Autumn?

Both Yokohama 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. Also, most visitors come to Yokohama for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.

In the autumn, Tiberias is a little warmer than Yokohama. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Tiberias in October average around 24°C (75°F), and Yokohama averages at about 18°C (64°F).

It's quite sunny in Tiberias. In the autumn, Tiberias often gets more sunshine than Yokohama. Tiberias gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Yokohama receives 129 hours of full sun.

Yokohama gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Tiberias usually gets less rain in October than Yokohama. Tiberias gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 175 mm (6.9 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Tiberias 24°C (75°F) 
    Yokohama 18°C (64°F)

Should I visit Tiberias or Yokohama in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Tiberias and Yokohama. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tiberias year-round. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Yokohama because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

In January, Tiberias is generally much warmer than Yokohama. Daily temperatures in Tiberias average around 14°C (57°F), and Yokohama fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).

Tiberias usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Yokohama during winter. Tiberias gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Yokohama receives 175 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Tiberias usually receives less rain than Yokohama. Tiberias gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Tiberias 14°C (57°F) 
    Yokohama 6°C (42°F)

Should I visit Tiberias or Yokohama in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Tiberias as well as Yokohama. Tiberias attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the activities around the city are the main draw to Yokohama this time of year.

Tiberias is a little warmer than Yokohama in the spring. The daily temperature in Tiberias averages around 20°C (68°F) in April, and Yokohama fluctuates around 14°C (58°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 Yokohama. Tiberias gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Yokohama receives 161 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Yokohama. Tiberias usually gets less rain in April than Yokohama. Tiberias gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 145 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Tiberias 20°C (68°F) 
    Yokohama 14°C (58°F)

Typical Weather for Yokohama and Tiberias

Tiberias Yokohama
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 14°C (57°F) 41 mm (1.6 in) 6°C (42°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Feb 14°C (57°F) 37 mm (1.5 in) 6°C (42°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Mar 16°C (61°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 9°C (47°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Apr 20°C (68°F) 26 mm (1 in) 14°C (58°F) 145 mm (5.7 in)
May 23°C (73°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 19°C (66°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Jun 27°C (81°F) 0 mm (0 in) 22°C (71°F) 221 mm (8.7 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 0 mm (0 in) 25°C (78°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Aug 29°C (84°F) 0 mm (0 in) 27°C (81°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Sep 27°C (81°F) 7 mm (0.3 in) 23°C (74°F) 190 mm (7.5 in)
Oct 24°C (75°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 18°C (64°F) 175 mm (6.9 in)
Nov 20°C (68°F) 22 mm (0.9 in) 13°C (55°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Dec 16°C (61°F) 37 mm (1.5 in) 8°C (47°F) 50 mm (2 in)