A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Ait Ben Haddou vs. Cinque Terre for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Ait Ben Haddou or Cinque Terre?

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

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Ait Ben Haddou and Cinque Terre can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Ait Ben Haddou or Cinque Terre?

Ait Ben Haddou

Think of a time when you've seen Jerusalem in a movie. Chances are what you're really looking at is the traditional, mud brick city of Ait Ben Haddou, Morocco. This city on the edge of the High Atlas Mountains has been an UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987, and has also been seen in movies like Lawrence of Arabia, Orson Welles' Sodom and Gomorrah, Jesus of Nazareth, the French version of Cleopatra, Bertolucci's Sheltering Sky, Scorsese's Kundun, Gillies MacKannon's Hideous Kinky, Ridley Scott's Gladiator, Oliver Stone's Alexander the Great, and in some scenes from Game of Thrones.

Cinque Terre

Located on the rugged Italian Riviera coastline, Cinque Terra consists of five seaside villages exuding a charm that dates back to medieval times. Fishing boats bob in the harbors, bringing fresh seafood to the tables of the region, while age old vineyards make for fragrant signature wines. Cinque Terre is considered to be a National Park, with its five villages earning a spot on the UNESCO World Heritage List for their beauty and timelessness.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Italy.


Which place is cheaper, Cinque Terre or Ait Ben Haddou?

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

  • Ait Ben Haddou Prices
    Morocco Prices
    Cinque Terre Prices
    Italy Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Ait Ben Haddou $97
    Cinque Terre $199

The average daily cost (per person) in Ait Ben Haddou is $97, while the average daily cost in Cinque Terre is $199. 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 Ait Ben Haddou and Cinque Terre in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Ait Ben Haddou $28
    Cinque Terre $85
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Ait Ben Haddou $56
    Cinque Terre $170
Compare Hotels in Ait Ben Haddou and Cinque Terre

Looking for a hotel in Ait Ben Haddou or Cinque Terre? 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 Ait Ben Haddou


Hotels in Cinque Terre


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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: Ait Ben Haddou Hotel Prices and Cinque Terre Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Ait Ben Haddou $32
    Cinque Terre $18

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cinque Terre

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Cinque Terre:


  • Ferry Day Pass
    $18

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cinque Terre

Also for Cinque Terre, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfer from Cinque Terre to La Spezia by Car or Van: $156

Is it cheaper to fly into Ait Ben Haddou or Cinque Terre?

Prices for flights to both Cinque Terre and Ait Ben Haddou 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
    Ait Ben Haddou $45
    Cinque Terre $84

Typical Food Prices in Cinque Terre

For Cinque Terre, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Whole Pizza
    $11
  • Panini
    $4.40
  • Sitdown Dinner (for Two)
    $61
  • Fresh Focaccia
    $2.49

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cinque Terre

For Cinque Terre, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Cesarine: Sunset Spritz Masterclass with Dinner in Cinque Terre: $213

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Ait Ben Haddou $31
    Cinque Terre $15

Typical Entertainment Prices in Cinque Terre

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Cinque Terre's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Double Kayak Rental (One Hour)
    $12
  • Bagni Eden Beach Club Umbrella
    $19
  • Cinque Terre Card (One Day)
    $5.87
  • Cinque Terre Card (Three Days)
    $14

Tours and Activities in Cinque Terre

For Cinque Terre, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Cinque Terre Villages Walking panoramic tour: $52
  • Lemon tour in Vernazza with tasting of our limoncino and wine: $54
  • Marine Biology & Snorkelling Experience in the Cinque Terre : $65
  • Exclusive E-Bike Tour to Cinque Terre from Monterosso : $80
  • Kayak experience with Carnassa Tour in Cinque Terre + Snorkeling: $80
  • La Spezia: Cinque Terre Guided Hiking Tour: $93
  • Kayak tour from Monterosso to Vernazza: $96
  • E-Bike Tour in Cinque Terre with Aperitif in Farmhouse: $104
  • Day/Sunset tour in Cinque Terre on board a typical Ligurian gozzo boat: $120
  • Cinque Terre Morning Tour: $120
  • The heart of the 5 Terre: Monterosso and national park ebike tour: $120
  • Cinque Terre Sunset Tour : $132

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Ait Ben Haddou $6.80
    Cinque Terre $7.87

Typical Alcohol Prices in Cinque Terre

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Cinque Terre:


  • Glass of Local Wine
    $3.40

Sample the Local Flavors in Cinque Terre

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cinque Terre:

  • BarCa Winery Cinqueterre Trekking & Wine Tasting & Pesto Class: $71
  • Pesto Class and Wine Tasting in Vernazza, Cinque Terre: $74
  • Cinque terre wine tour and tasting with the somelier: $80
  • Eco Hiking and Wine Tasting in Cinque Terre : $106
  • Private Tour of Cinque Terre's Wine tasting with a local: $156
  • Cinque Terre Walking Tour with Food and Wine Tastings: $166


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ait Ben Haddou and Cinque Terre, we can see that Cinque Terre is more expensive. And not only is Ait Ben Haddou much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ait Ben Haddou is in Africa and Cinque Terre is in Europe, 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 Ait Ben Haddou would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ait Ben Haddou 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 Cinque Terre would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cinque Terre than you might in Ait Ben Haddou.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ait Ben Haddou Expensive? and Is Cinque Terre Expensive?.