Which place is cheaper, Luxor or Bodrum?
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 Bodrum or Luxor?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Bodrum and Luxor can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Bodrum or Luxor?
Bodrum
Bodrum is a city on the Bodrum Peninsula, stretching from Turkey's southwest coast into the Aegean Sea. The city features twin bays with views of Bodrum Castle. This medieval fortress was built partly with stones from the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, completed in the 4th century B.C. The city is also a gateway for nearby beach towns and resorts. Although more than a million tourists flock to its beaches, boutique hotels, trendy restaurants, and clubs each summer, the town of Bodrum (ancient Halicarnassus) never seems to lose its cool. More than any other Turkish seaside getaway, it has an enigmatic elegance that pervades it. The evocative castle and the ancient ruins around town also help keep Bodrum a discerning step above the rest.
Luxor
Egypt is surely on the top of every history lover's bucket list. Nowhere is the history more engrossing than in Luxor. From amazing monuments dating back to ancient Thebes to rows of temples up the Nile, this remarkable city is full the stories of past greatness.
The East Bank – or the central part of Luxor Township – is the hotbed for tourism. This is where most of the hotels and resorts are, while the West Bank is home to the ancient ruins and archaeological wonders you'll want to explore.
Before traveling to Egypt, be sure to check on the current affairs and political climate. It could have a major effect on the amount of tourists visiting, and, if conditions are too dangerous, you may want to reschedule. Also note, ladies, to avoid any issues, dress modestly. This is a very conservative region of the world. The less skin showing, the better.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Turkey, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Egypt, and The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBodrum $86Luxor $33
The average daily cost (per person) in Bodrum is $86, while the average daily cost in Luxor is $33. 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 Bodrum and Luxor in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBodrum $38Luxor $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBodrum $76Luxor $22
Compare Hotels in Bodrum and Luxor
Looking for a hotel in Bodrum or Luxor? 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: Bodrum Hotel Prices and Luxor Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bodrum $19Luxor $5.64
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bodrum
Also for Bodrum, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer: Bodrum to Bodrum Airport BJV by Business Car: $73
- Arrival Transfer: Bodrum Airport BJV to Bodrum by Car/Van: $78
- Authentic Turkish Hamam and Spa Unforgettable Ritual WithTransfer: $24
- Bodrum Adventures Buggy Safari Tour with Roundtrip Transfer: $72
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Bitez Hotels: $86
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Didim (Altinkum) Hotels: $149
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Guvercinlik Hotels: $83
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Kadikalesi Hotels: $125
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Marmaris Hotels: $214
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Mugla City Center Hotels: $190
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Torba Hotels: $83
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Turgutreis Hotels: $109
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Luxor
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Luxor:
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Taxi Ride$0.42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Luxor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Luxor:
- 3-Night Nile Cruise to Aswan with Transfers and Meals: $643
- Comfortable Private Transfer from Luxor to El Cairo: $299
- Private Transfer Luxor To Makadi - Car And Minibus Options: $260
- Private Car And Minibus Transfer Luxor City To Soma Bay: $254
- Private Transfer Luxor To Hurghada City - Car And Minibus Options: $247
- Shared Transfer from Luxor to Aswan: $220
- Private Pickup Transfers from Luxor to Cairo by Bus : $220
- One-night Nile Cruise to Aswan with Transfer: $214
- Luxor Airport (LXR) to El Queseir - Arrival Private Transfer : $195
- Private transfer - from Luxor to Hurghada and visit Dendara en route: $192
- Transfer Luxor to Hurghada including a Quad VIP safari adventure : $180
- Vip Marsa Alam Private Transfer to Luxor: $180
Is it cheaper to fly into Bodrum or Luxor?
Prices for flights to both Luxor and Bodrum 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 dayBodrum $33Luxor $16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bodrum
For Bodrum, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking Class in Authentic Etrim Village: $59
- Turkish Cooking Class in a Local Home: $70
- Market Visit and Cooking Class: $152
- Private Sunset Boat Tour in Bodrum With Dinner: $201
- Food and Wine pairing Dinner at Karnas Vineyards Bodrum: $208
- 3-Hour Private Sunset Boat Tour With Dinner in Bodrum: $242
- Private Sunset Boat Tour with Optional Dinner: $388
- From Private Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner & Swimming: $410
- Private Sunset Yacht Tour with light Dinner: $528
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Luxor
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Luxor.
- Dinner on the River Nile with Belly Dancing: $31
- Riding a felucca at Sunset and Dinner an Egyptian House in Luxor: $40
- 3 Hours Culinary Journey with Family Food Tour in Luxor: $40
- Luxor City Private Walking and Food Tour: $50
- Dinner on the River Nile with Belly Dancing in luxor: $60
- Saray El Nile restaurant Dinner : $60
- Enjoy Lunch or Dinner on a Luxor Nile River Boat: $60
- Karnak Sound And Light Show With Dinner, Felucca : $64
- private day in east bank & dendera with dinner on boat: $86
- Luxor Karnak Temple Sound and Light Show with Dinner and Transfers: $95
- Egyptian cooking class and Luxor museum : $120
- Full day trip west Bank, Dandara and dinner on a boat.: $128
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bodrum $25Luxor $10
Tours and Activities in Bodrum
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bodrum.
- Turkish Bath Hamam Spa Experience: $18
- Bodrum Boat Tour with Lunch: Beaches and Islands: $28
- Orak Island Boat Tour with Swim Stops and Lunch: $29
- Karaada Boat Cruise with Lunch: $29
- Boat Tour to Orak Island: $33
- Bodrum Orak Island Boat Cruise with Lunch and Swimming: $33
- Pirate Boat Adventure Sail Swim and Party in Bodrum: $33
- Cleopatra Island Tour with Lunch and Swimming Stops: $34
- Traditional Turkish Hammam Experience: $35
- Bodrum Cleopatra & Orak Island Mix Tour by Boat: $36
- Bodrum Aquarium Bay Tour with Lunch & Swimming Stops: $37
- Bodrum Aquarium Bay Boat Tour with Swimming Stops: $38
Typical Entertainment Prices in Luxor
Here are a few typical costs in Luxor for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Boat Ride (for 2)$0.57
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Temple Karnak for Two$2.73
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Camel Ride for Two$1.26
Tours and Activities in Luxor
Here are a few actual costs in Luxor for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 Days Sightseeing Tour of Luxor Highlights: $120
- Adventure Hot Air Balloon Ride Tour in Luxor: $79
- Aswan and Abu Simbel private 2 days tour from Luxor : $220
- Balloon Experience with Personalized Photography: $120
- Balloon Tour and Sunset Felucca Ride in Luxor with Luxor Tour: $189
- Balloon, Tour of Temples West Bank and Carter House in Luxor : $54
- Day Private Tour to Karnak and Luxor Temples: $90
- Day Tour of Luxor East & West Bank Temples and Tombs of Luxor: $140
- Day Tour to Dendera and Abydos Temples from Luxor: $80
- Day Tour to Hathor Temple at Dendera from Luxor by car: $90
- Day Tour to Karnak temple and luxor temple from luxor: $77
- Day tour to Aswan from Luxo visit Edfu,Kom Ombo,Phila Temples & Aswan dam.: $276
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBodrum $11Luxor $3.10
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bodrum and Luxor, we can see that Bodrum is more expensive. And not only is Luxor much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bodrum is in Europe and Luxor is in Africa, 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 Luxor would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Luxor 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 Bodrum would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bodrum than you might in Luxor.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bodrum Expensive? and Is Luxor Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bodrum or Luxor?
Luxor has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Bodrum. When comparing the sizes of Bodrum and Luxor, 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 Bodrum or Luxor?
Bodrum has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Luxor experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Bodrum or Luxor in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Bodrum as well as Luxor. The warm climate attracts visitors to Luxor throughout the year.
The heat can be very extreme in Luxor. Bodrum is cooler than Luxor in the summer. The daily temperature in Bodrum averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Luxor fluctuates around 33°C (91°F).
Bodrum usually gets more rain in July than Luxor. Bodrum gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Luxor receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBodrum 27°C (81°F)Luxor 33°C (91°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Luxor in the Autumn?
Both Luxor and Bodrum are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Luxor because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the autumn, Bodrum is cooler than Luxor. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bodrum in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Luxor averages at about 25°C (77°F).
In October, Bodrum usually receives more rain than Luxor. Bodrum gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Luxor receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBodrum 19°C (66°F)Luxor 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Luxor in the Winter?
Both Luxor and Bodrum during the winter are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Luxor year-round.
In January, Bodrum is generally cooler than Luxor. Daily temperatures in Bodrum average around 10°C (50°F), and Luxor fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Bodrum. Bodrum usually gets more rain in January than Luxor. Bodrum gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Luxor receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBodrum 10°C (50°F)Luxor 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Bodrum or Luxor in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Bodrum and Luxor. Luxor attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Bodrum is much colder than Luxor in the spring. The daily temperature in Bodrum averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Luxor fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
In April, Bodrum usually receives more rain than Luxor. Bodrum gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Luxor receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBodrum 15°C (59°F)Luxor 25°C (77°F)
Typical Weather for Luxor and Bodrum
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 32°C (90°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
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