Which place is cheaper, Quebec City 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 Quebec City?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Quebec City, 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 Quebec City?
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.
Quebec City
Quebec City is the capital of the Quebec province. It has a dramatic location on the cliffs by St. Lawrence Seaway and the city's Old Town has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Quebec is a mid sized city with a population of about 700,000. Most of the economy is administrative and bureaucratic, but the city has a very impressive history as the fortress capital of New France. French is the official language of the entire province, but most people in the tourist areas of Quebec City speak English.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Canada, and The Best Northern Lights Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $157Quebec City $152
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $157, while the average daily cost in Quebec City is $152. 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 Quebec City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Quebec City $73
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Quebec City $146
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Quebec City
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Quebec City? 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 Quebec City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24Quebec City $16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- Amman/Death Sea: 1-Way Transfer to/from Wadi Rum in Private: $266
- Aqaba : Private Transfer From the Airport or your Hotel: $88
- Aqaba Airport (AQJ) to Petra - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $144
- Aqaba Airport Transfer to Petra : $90
- Aqaba Border (Yitzhak Rabin Terminal) to Petra Private Transfer: $140
- Aqaba Private Transfer from/to Amman, Airport, Dead Sea or K.H.B: $125
- Aqaba or Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Dead Sea: $185
- Aqaba or Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Wadi Rum: $60
- Aqaba to Aqaba Hussein Airport (AQJ) - Departure Private Transfer: $31
- Petra by Night Tour with Private Transfer: $198
- Private Beach, Pools, Snorkeling & Boat Trip,Transfer: $66
- Private Car Transfer with Wadi Rum Jeep Safari: $169
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Quebec City
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Quebec City are as follows:
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Parking in Quebec City$3.63
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Quebec City
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Quebec City:
- From Quebec City : Cruise & Visit to Grosse-Ile with bus transfer: $106
- From Grosse Île Tour & Cruise + Bus Transfer: $104
- Le Terminal Quebec Cruise Port to Quebec - Arrival Private Transfer: $74
- Le Terminal Quebec Cruise Port to Quebec - Round-Trip Private Transfer : $148
- Le Terminal Quebec Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Quebec: $249
- Private Transfer from Jean Lesage Airport (YQB) to Québec City: $96
- Private Transfer from Québec City to Jean Lesage Airport (YQB): $96
- Private Transfer from Quebec City Hotels to Saguenay Cruise Port: $260
- Private Transfer from Quebec City to YQB airport: $110
- Private transfer from YQB (QUEBEC) Airport to downtown: $120
- Québec Airport (YQB) to Le Terminal Quebec Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $208
- Québec Jean Lesage International Airport transfer to Club Med: $292
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Quebec City?
Prices for flights to both Quebec City 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 $73Quebec City $63
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Quebec City
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Quebec City.
- Quebecois Aperitif Food Tour in Quebec City: $61
- Québec City: 3 or 5-Course Dinner Cruise with DJ & Dancing: $129
- Progressive Dinner on Grande-Allée and History Tour: $202
- Old Quebec 5-Course Gourmet Food Tour: $202
- Combo Historical and Food Tour of the Old Quebec City: $207
- 5-course Progressive Dinner on Grande-Allée and History Tour: $207
- Evening Gourmet Tour 5 Course Dinner - History and Food in Old Quebec City: $207
- Private Food Tour in Quebec With A Local Guide : $263
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Quebec City $24
Tours and Activities in Aqaba
Here are a few actual costs in Aqaba for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Sightseeing Bike Rental in Aqaba: $7.00
- Aqaba : All Water Sports Adventure in the Red Sea: $22
- Wadi Rum Jeep Tours - Full Day Jeep Tour: $24
- Private Snorkeling Experience in Aqaba Red Sea: $27
- 4 Hour Jeep Tour Wadi Rum Nature Desert morning or sunset: $30
- Wadi Rum Jeep Tour: $30
- Stargazing Adventure in Jordan: $30
- Glass-Bottom Boat 2-hours Tour and Coral-Reef Viewing from Aqaba: $30
- Private Walking Tour in Aqaba City with Free Meal: $30
- Saraya Aqaba Waterpark entrance tickets: $33
- 2 Hour Jeep Tour (Morning or Sunset) Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $35
- Wadi Rum 2-Hour Sunset Tour Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $35
Tours and Activities in Quebec City
Here are a few actual costs in Quebec City for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- APP Self-Guided Tours Quebec with Audioguide: $9.56
- Observatoire de la Capitale Entry Ticket: $11
- MNBAQ National Fine Arts Museum Entry Ticket: $11
- Québec: Fortifications-of-Québec Guided Walking Tour: $15
- Old Quebec Walking Tour with a Certified Local Guide: $15
- Quebec: La Citadelle de Québec Ticket and Guided Tour: $16
- Guided Tour of Fairmont Le Château Frontenac: $18
- Quebec : Death in New-France Animated Walking tour: $19
- Quebec: Crimes of New France Animated Walking Tour: $20
- Death in New-France Animated Guided Tour in Québec: $20
- Animated Crime Walking Tour in Old Quebec: $20
- Guided Tour of the Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac in Quebec City: $22
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Quebec City $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Quebec City
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Quebec City:
- Honey and Distillery Tour with Tasting: $21
- Craft Brewery and Beer Tasting Tour: $50
- Island of Orleans Wine Tour: $94
- Wine Tasting on Ile d'Orleans: $96
- Montmorency Falls and Microbrewery eBike Tour: $107
When comparing the travel costs between Aqaba and Quebec City, we can see that Aqaba 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. Even though Aqaba is in Middle East and Quebec City is in North America, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is Quebec City Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Quebec City?
Quebec City has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Aqaba. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Quebec City, 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.