Which place is cheaper, Chefchaouen or Zagora?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Zagora or Chefchaouen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Zagora or Chefchaouen? 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: Zagora or Chefchaouen?
Zagora
A small town in southern Morocco, Zagora is a popular base camp for excursions on foot, by camel, or four wheel drive vehicles into the surrounding desert. One of the most famous and historic treks is the ancient caravan route to Timbuktu, marked by a famous sign at the end of town - indicating a journey of "52 days" by camel.
Chefchaouen
To feel like you've really stepped back in time to the glory days of Morocco, you're going to want to spend time in Chefchaouen. This town's beautiful medina is filled with white washed buildings with blue highlights. The wandering alleyways provide a fairy tale setting where you can relax for a few days. This mountainous region is a humble example of the classic picture of this area. Set against the backdrop of the Rif Mountains, the white and powder blue accented buildings and call to calls to prayer throughout the day let every visitor know they've arrived in a relaxing spot of peace and serenity.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco, The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayZagora $50Chefchaouen $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Zagora is $50, while the average daily cost in Chefchaouen is $57. 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 Zagora and Chefchaouen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZagora $36Chefchaouen $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZagora $72Chefchaouen $48
Compare Hotels in Zagora and Chefchaouen
Looking for a hotel in Zagora or Chefchaouen? 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.
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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: Zagora Hotel Prices and Chefchaouen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zagora $1.42Chefchaouen $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zagora
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zagora:
- Airport Private Transfer: $35
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Chefchaouen:
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Taxi Ride$1.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chefchaouen
Also for Chefchaouen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes : $25
- One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes: $27
- Fes: One-Way Transfer to Chefchaouen "The Blue City": $27
- Vice versa transfer to chefchaouen with optional tour guide: $64
- Transfer Private From Chefchaouen To Tangier: $74
- From Fes:2-Day Transfers to Chefchaouen & back to Fez/Tanger: $74
- Tangier to Chefchaouen private transfer: $81
- Private Transfers from Chefchaouen to Fez (one way): $100
- transfers from Chefchaouen to Fez (Door to Door): $107
- Private Transfer Chefchaouen-Tangier or vice versa: $108
- Transfer to/from Tangier and Chefchaouen: $114
- One way transfer Chefchaouen to Fes or vice versa: $116
Is it cheaper to fly into Zagora or Chefchaouen?
Prices for flights to both Chefchaouen and Zagora 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
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Food Meals for one dayZagora $13Chefchaouen $18
Typical Food Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Chefchaouen:
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Lunch for Two$8.97
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Dinner for Two$9.97
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Cupcake$0.30
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Nutella and Yogurt$1.99
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chefchaouen
For Chefchaouen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Funny Family Cooking Class in Blue City: $28
- Cooking Class in Mountain From Chefchaouen: $43
- 3-Hour Cooking Class overlooking the Blue City: $55
- 4 hours Private Cooking Class With Family in Chefchaouen: $60
- Chefchaouen Food Tour: $65
- Chefchaouen Food Tour: $67
- Guided Food Tour with over 6 Tasting Stops: $70
- Discovery more Chefchaouen evening food tour with locals: $70
- Make Your Own Tajine and Pastilla Cooking Class: $77
- 4 Hours Gourmet Cooking Class in Chefchaouen: $87
- Discovery more Chefchaouen evening food tour with locals: $90
- Private Tagine Cooking Class in Chefchaouen with Lunch: $100
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Zagora $2.85Chefchaouen $17
Tours and Activities in Zagora
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Zagora are as follows:
- 2 Days Tour to Zagora Desert with sunset from Marrakech: $83
- 2 days tour from Zagora to Erg Chegaga: $130
- From Agadir 4 Days 3 night Désert Tours to Marrakech: $1,320
- From Agadir or Taghazout: 2-Day Sahara Desert Tour to Zagora: $351
- From Agadir or Taghazout: 2-Day Sahara Desert Tour to Zagora: $355
- From Agadir or Taghazout: 2-Day Sahara Desert Tour to Zagora: $378
- From 2-Day Desert Tour to Erg Chegaga: $286
- Marrakech: 2-Day Sahara Desert Tour Zagora & BenHaddou: $111
- Private Day Camel Trekking Tour in Draa Valley from Zagora: $213
- Zagora to Erg chigaga desert tour & 4x4 (All-inclusive) 2-Days: $163
- Zagora to Erg chigaga desert tour & 4x4 (All-inclusive) 2-Days: $163
Tours and Activities in Chefchaouen
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chefchaouen.
- Chefchaouen with Local Eyes Guided Walking Tour: $15
- Tour by local guide : $16
- From Fez: Day Tour to the Blue Town of Chefchaouenf: $26
- From Fez: Day Tour to the Blue Town of Chefchaouen: $28
- Day Tour to Chefchaouen from Fes with Local Expert: $28
- Best Experience Fes to Chefchaouen Day Tour multi languages: $34
- From Fez: Chefchaouen Guided Day Tour: $35
- 3-Hour Private Legacy Tour in Chefchaouen: $35
- Discover Chefchaouen : A Walking Tour through Hidden Gems: $35
- Private 2-Hour Walking Tour in Chefchaouen: $38
- Private walking tour of Chefchaouen (The blue city): $38
- Discover the Blue Pearl - A Walking Tour through Hidden Gems: $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayZagora -Chefchaouen $14
When comparing the travel costs between Zagora and Chefchaouen, we can see that Chefchaouen 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. Since both cities are in Africa, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Zagora Expensive? and Is Chefchaouen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Zagora or Chefchaouen?
Chefchaouen has a larger population, and is about 3% larger than the population of Zagora. When comparing the sizes of Zagora and Chefchaouen, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.