Which place is cheaper, Cinque Terre or Aqaba?
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 Aqaba or Cinque Terre?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Cinque Terre, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Aqaba or Cinque Terre?
Aqaba
Aqaba is a port city in Jordan, in fact, it is the only port city in the country. This city is located on the Gulf of Aqaba on the Red Sea, which is in the southern part of Jordan. The city is still being developed; many of its facilities and infrastructures are being improved. The population of Aqaba is about 190,000 and the city has been key in developing Jordan's economy via trade and tourism.
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 dayAqaba $157Cinque Terre $199
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $157, 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 Aqaba and Cinque Terre in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Cinque Terre $85
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Cinque Terre $170
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Cinque Terre
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba 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: Aqaba Hotel Prices and Cinque Terre Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24Cinque Terre $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- Wadi Rum: One-Way Transfer to/from Aqaba by Private Car: $80
- Wadi Rum to Aqaba Border Private Transfer – Hassle-Free Travel: $100
- Transfer from Aqaba City Or TalaBay to Amman Airport: $101
- Transfer from Aqaba Airport to Petra: $60
- Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Petra: $60
- Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Aqaba City Or TalaBay: $25
- Snorkeling in The Red Sea With Equipment And Free Transfer: $51
- Private Transfers from Wadi Rum Inside Jordan and Vice Versa: $129
- Private Transfer: Aqaba Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $27
- Private Transfer: Aqaba Airport to Sheikh Hussein Border or vice versa: $193
- Private Transfer: Aqaba Airport to Petra City Hotels: $93
- Private Transfer from King Hussein Airport (AQJ)to Aqaba Port : $56
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 Aqaba or Cinque Terre?
Prices for flights to both Cinque Terre and Aqaba 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 dayAqaba $73Cinque Terre $84
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aqaba
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aqaba.
- Sunset Cruise with BBQ Dinner and Drinks: $54
- Overnight in Bedouin Camp. Dinner and breakfast included.: $56
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight + Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $75
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight & Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $111
- Wadi Rum New Year Eve Party (Jeep Tour + Dinner + Music + Fireworks + Overnight): $112
- From Wadi Rum Full-Day Private Jeep Tour with Dinner: $169
- Wadi Rum Private Tour with Jeep Safari and Dinner: $220
- 4 Hours Jeep Tour with Overnight in Bedouin Camp and Dinner: $286
- Petra & Wadi Rum Private Tour with Dinner one day: $425
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.Aqaba $54Cinque Terre $15
Tours and Activities in Aqaba
Here are a few actual costs in Aqaba for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Day Tour in Jeep Tour with Bedouin Guide: $81
- Full-Day Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum without Overnight Stay: $85
- Wadi Rum 2-Hour Sunset Tour Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $35
- "Jordan: 3-Day Tour of Ancient Sites, Nature,&Local Culture": $317
- 03 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $47
- 04 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $70
- 05 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $68
- 2 Days & 1 Night | Jeep & Hike Tour in Wadi Rum Desert | Magic Bedouin Star: $258
- 2 Hour Jeep Tour (Morning or Sunset) Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $35
- 2-Hour Desert Guided Activities Tour in Wadi Rum: $50
- 2-Hour Private Scuba Experience in Aqaba : $45
- 2-day Hiking Adventure and Jeep Tour from Wadi Rum: $202
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:
- 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: $119
- The heart of the 5 Terre: Monterosso and national park ebike tour: $119
- Cinque Terre Morning Tour: $120
- Cinque Terre Sunset Tour : $131
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Cinque 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:
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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 Aqaba and Cinque Terre, we can see that Cinque Terre is more expensive. And not only is Aqaba much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aqaba 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 Aqaba would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Aqaba 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 Aqaba.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is Cinque Terre Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Cinque Terre?
Aqaba has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Cinque Terre. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba 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 Aqaba or Cinque Terre?
Cinque Terre has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Aqaba experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Aqaba or Cinque Terre in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Aqaba as well as Cinque Terre. Aqaba attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Cinque Terre this time of year.
The heat can be very extreme in Aqaba. In the summer, Aqaba is a little warmer than Cinque Terre. Typically, the summer temperatures in Aqaba in July average around 33°C (91°F), and Cinque Terre averages at about 24°C (75°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cinque Terre. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Aqaba this time of the year. In the summer, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Cinque Terre. Aqaba gets 384 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cinque Terre receives 316 hours of full sun.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in July than Cinque Terre. Aqaba gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Cinque Terre receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAqaba 33°C (91°F)Cinque Terre 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Cinque Terre in the Autumn?
Both Cinque Terre and Aqaba are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Aqaba throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Cinque Terre for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Aqaba is generally much warmer than Cinque Terre. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 26°C (79°F), and Cinque Terre fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aqaba. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Cinque Terre during autumn. Aqaba gets 295 hours of sunny skies, while Cinque Terre receives 177 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Cinque Terre. In October, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Cinque Terre. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Cinque Terre receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAqaba 26°C (79°F)Cinque Terre 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Cinque Terre in the Winter?
Both Cinque Terre and Aqaba during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Aqaba because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, many visitors come to Cinque Terre in the winter for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
Aqaba is much warmer than Cinque Terre in the winter. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Cinque Terre fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
It's quite sunny in Aqaba. In the winter, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Cinque Terre. Aqaba gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cinque Terre receives 105 hours of full sun.
Cinque Terre gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Aqaba usually gets less rain in January than Cinque Terre. Aqaba gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Cinque Terre receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAqaba 14°C (57°F)Cinque Terre 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Cinque Terre in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Aqaba and Cinque Terre. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Aqaba year-round. Furthermore, most visitors come to Cinque Terre for the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty during these months.
In the spring, Aqaba is much warmer than Cinque Terre. Typically, the spring temperatures in Aqaba in April average around 24°C (75°F), and Cinque Terre averages at about 14°C (57°F).
In Aqaba, it's very sunny this time of the year. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Cinque Terre during spring. Aqaba gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Cinque Terre receives 192 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Cinque Terre. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Cinque Terre receives 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAqaba 24°C (75°F)Cinque Terre 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Cinque Terre and Aqaba
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
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