Which place is cheaper, Cinque Terre or Amman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Amman or Cinque Terre?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Amman and Cinque Terre. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Amman or Cinque Terre?
Amman
Amman is the largest city in of the Hashemite Kingdom of the country of Jordan. It is also the capital city of Jordan and has a population of over four million people. Many people use Amman as a base for venturing out into the rest of Jordan and other surrounding countries. There are many things to see and do in Amman.
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 Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmman $135Cinque Terre $199
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, 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 Amman and Cinque Terre in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Cinque Terre $85
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Cinque Terre $170
Compare Hotels in Amman and Cinque Terre
Looking for a hotel in Amman 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.
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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: Amman Hotel Prices and Cinque Terre Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Cinque Terre $18
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amman
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amman:
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Bus Ride (for Two)$0.71
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RIde to Airport$28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amman
Also for Amman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer to Petra from Amman /Amman Airport: $250
- Transfer From Airport To Amman: $28
- Stress-Free Airport Transfers: Queen Alia to Anywhere in Jordan: $26
- Reliable Door-to-Door Private Transfer Amman ⇆ Dead Sea ⇆ Airport: $40
- Queen Alia Intl Airport Private Transfer to Amman City or Hotels: $20
- Queen Alia International Airport Transfers To Amman, Petra.: $235
- Private Transfer: From Amman City to Airport: $40
- Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Wadi Rum: $133
- Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Aqaba Airport: $153
- Private Transfer from/ to Amman Airport and Petra City: $95
- Private Transfer from Madaba Hotel to Amman Airport: $47
- Private Transfer from Amman to Petra, Wadi Musa: $259
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cinque Terre
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Cinque Terre:
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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 Amman or Cinque Terre?
Prices for flights to both Cinque Terre and Amman 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 dayAmman $58Cinque Terre $84
Typical Food Prices in Amman
For Amman, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Pastries$4.23
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Tea$5.64
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amman
For Amman, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Guided Food Tour in Downtown: $70
- Women-Led Food Tour Through Amman’s Culinary Scene: $80
- The Best Culture&Food Tour With Majd The Local Guide: $81
- Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $106
- Private Panoramic Amman Tour and Local Lunch or Dinner-Wine Taste: $107
- Traditional Cooking Class in Amman with Return Hotel Transfers: $118
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $140
Typical Food Prices in Cinque Terre
For Cinque Terre, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Whole Pizza$11
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Panini$4.40
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)$61
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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:
- Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Riomaggiore: $214
- Cesarine: Sunset Spritz Masterclass with Dinner in Cinque Terre: $214
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Cinque Terre $15
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Um Qais Private Tour Enjoy The History And Stunning Scenery.: $130
- 1 Day Tour to Amman Jerash and Ajloun castle : $136
- 1-Night Private Overnight Dead Sea Independent Tour from Amman : $145
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $175
- 2 Day Private Tour to Petra and Wadi Rum from Amman : $215
- 2 Day Tour Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea from Amman: $300
- 2 Day Tour of Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea from Amman: $250
- 2 Day Tour to Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea from Amman: $200
- 2 Days Group Tour From Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead sea: $395
- 2 Days Ma'in Hot Springs Private Tour: $95
- 2 Days Petra Private Guided Tour: $225
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cinque Terre
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Cinque Terre's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Double Kayak Rental (One Hour)$12
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Bagni Eden Beach Club Umbrella$19
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Cinque Terre Card (One Day)$5.87
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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:
- Private Cinque Terre Boat Tour : $255
- 2 Hr Shared Cinque Terre Sunset Cruise with Swim Stop {wine inc!}: $179
- 3 Hour shared Cinque Terre tour + Swim Stops at Secluded Beaches!: $155
- 3-Hour Private Boat Tour of the Cinque Terre: $287
- A unique experience of the Cinque Terre by sea.: $152
- Cinque Terre Daytime Boat Tour : escape into beauty and color: $142
- Cinque Terre Hybrid Boat Tour from Monterosso: $142
- Cinque Terre Lunch boat tour: $251
- Cinque Terre Morning Tour: $120
- Cinque Terre Night Tour: $263
- Cinque Terre Paddleboarding cruise at sunrise or sunset: $239
- Cinque Terre Private Boat Tour: $201
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Cinque Terre $7.87
Sample the Local Flavors in Amman
Also in Amman, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Private Wine Tasting Tour in Amman and Boulevard Walking Tour: $93
- Full Day Tour of Ajloun Castle with Cable Car and Wine Tasting : $127
Typical Alcohol Prices in Cinque Terre
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Cinque Terre:
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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:
- Tour to the Sanctuary of Vernazza with DOC 5 Terre wine tasting: $66
- BarCa Winery Cinqueterre Trekking & Wine Tasting & Pesto Class: $72
- 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 Amman and Cinque Terre, we can see that Cinque Terre is more expensive. And not only is Amman much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East 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 Amman would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Amman 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 Amman.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amman Expensive? and Is Cinque Terre Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amman or Cinque Terre?
Amman has a larger population, and is about 810 times larger than the population of Cinque Terre. When comparing the sizes of Amman and Cinque Terre, 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 Amman or Cinque Terre?
Cinque Terre has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Amman experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Amman or Cinque Terre in the Summer?
Both Cinque Terre and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Cinque Terre for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Amman is around the same temperature as Cinque Terre. Typically, the summer temperatures in Amman in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Cinque Terre averages at about 24°C (75°F).
It's quite sunny in Cinque Terre. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amman. Amman usually receives more sunshine than Cinque Terre during summer. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Cinque Terre receives 316 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Amman usually receives less rain than Cinque Terre. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Cinque Terre receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Cinque Terre 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Amman or Cinque Terre in the Autumn?
Both Cinque Terre and Amman during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Amman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Cinque Terre because of the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Amman is generally a little warmer than Cinque Terre. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 20°C (68°F), and Cinque Terre fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Amman. In the autumn, Amman often gets more sunshine than Cinque Terre. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cinque Terre receives 177 hours of full sun.
Cinque Terre gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Amman usually gets less rain in October than Cinque Terre. Amman gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Cinque Terre receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Cinque Terre 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Amman or Cinque Terre in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Cinque Terre. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round. Also, the shopping scene and the cuisine are the main draw to Cinque Terre this time of year.
Amman is around the same temperature as Cinque Terre in the winter. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Cinque Terre fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
Amman usually receives more sunshine than Cinque Terre during winter. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Cinque Terre receives 105 hours of full sun in the winter.
Cinque Terre receives a lot of rain in the winter. Amman gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Amman usually receives more rain than Cinque Terre. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Cinque Terre receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Cinque Terre 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Amman or Cinque Terre in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Amman as well as Cinque Terre. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many travelers come to Cinque Terre for the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Amman is a little warmer than Cinque Terre. Typically, the spring temperatures in Amman in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Cinque Terre averages at about 14°C (57°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amman this time of the year. In the spring, Amman often gets more sunshine than Cinque Terre. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cinque Terre receives 192 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets less rain in April than Cinque Terre. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Cinque Terre receives 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Cinque Terre 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Cinque Terre and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
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.