Which place is cheaper, Bari or Dahab?
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 Dahab or Bari?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Dahab and Bari 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: Dahab or Bari?
Dahab
Dahab is a small town on the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt. It is located about 85 kilometers north of Sharm el-Sheikh and sits on the Gulf of Aqaba. It's a popular destination with divers and backpackers alike, and offers some of the best snorkeling and diving that you'll find in the Red Sea. It's a great alternative to the resort driven Sharm el-Sheikh, and is popular with independent travelers who are looking for affordable accommodation. There are some upmarket options however, predominantly in the Laguna area, but budget facilities are not hard to find.
Bari
Off the lustrous, aquamarine waters of the Adriatic Sea, a bustling city hums to life as the sun sets. Though an ancient city, Bari still attains its youthful air, with a thriving nightlife and breathtaking boulevards. The capital city of Apulia region, Bari is the second most important economic center of mainland Southern Italy, as well as a significant port and university city.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Italy, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Italy.
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Dahab Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDahab $26Bari $161
The average daily cost (per person) in Dahab is $26, while the average daily cost in Bari is $161. 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 Dahab and Bari in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDahab $9.31Bari $86
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDahab $19Bari $172
Compare Hotels in Dahab and Bari
Looking for a hotel in Dahab or Bari? 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: Dahab Hotel Prices and Bari Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dahab $3.10Bari $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dahab
Also for Dahab, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Pickup Transfers from Dahab to Taba: $120
- Saint paul and saint anthony monastery private transfer: $69
- Private Transfer To/From Nuweibaa City and Sharm El Sheikh Hotels: $68
- Private Transfer Between Nuweibaa City and Sharm El Sheikh Hotels: $60
- Sharm el-Sheikh: 1-Way or Round-Trip Transfer to Dahab: $42
- Private Transfer Dahab Hotel to Sharm ElSheikh Airport : $32
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bari
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Bari:
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Train to Lecce$52
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bari
Also for Bari, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Tour with transfer from Bari to Castel del Monte: $174
- Private Transfers from Bari Airport: $143
- Private Transfer from Bari hotels to Bari Cruise Port: $71
- Private Transfer from Bari city hotels to Taranto Cruise Port: $139
- Private Transfer from Bari Intl Airport (BRI) to Bari Cruise Port: $71
- Private Transfer from Bari Cruise Port to Polignano: $105
- Private Transfer from Bari Airport to Matera: $180
- Private Transfer from Bari (BRI) Airport to Torre Canne: $298
- Private Transfer from Bari (BRI) Airport to Selva di Fasano: $240
- Private Transfer from Bari (BRI) Airport to Polignano a Mare: $162
- Private Transfer from Bari (BRI) Airport to Ostuni: $272
- Private Transfer from Bari (BRI) Airport to Matera: $205
Is it cheaper to fly into Dahab or Bari?
Prices for flights to both Bari and Dahab 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 dayDahab $13Bari $65
Typical Food Prices in Dahab
For Dahab, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Seafood Dinner (for 2)$2.00
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Juice$0.11
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Breakfast for Two$0.63
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dahab
For Dahab, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bedouin Dinner in the Mountains In Dahab: $36
- Bedouin Dinner in the Mountains In Dahab: $39
- Dahab Desert Safari and Bedouin Dinner: $95
Typical Food Prices in Bari
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Bari:
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Dinner$52
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Coffee$2.35
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bari
For Bari, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Street food tour of Polignano a Mare: $48
- Polignano : Typical Cooking Class with Aperitif and wine included: $70
- Bari’s Ultimate Street Food Tour - Small Group by Do Eat Better: $76
- Apulian Cooking Class with Aperitif and Wine in Polignano a Mare: $77
- Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine in Bari: $82
- Experience Cooking Pasta in Polignano a Mare: $84
- Bari Street Food Tour by Rickshaw: $90
- Cooking class: We prepare orecchiette with vegetables from the garden: $92
- Tagliatelle and Tiramisù cooking class: $96
- Bari : Nonna’s cooking class – Apulian Focaccia & Orecchiette: $101
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Cisternino with Show Cooking: $102
- Cesarine: Dining & Cooking Demo at Local's Home in Altamura: $102
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dahab $6.56Bari $10
Tours and Activities in Dahab
For Dahab, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Camel Trek Desert and Beach Experience Private Tour in Dahab: $140
- 2 Day Hiking Canyoning Tour Colored and Wishwashi in Sinai: $72
- 4x4 Jeep Adventure from Dahab: $43
- Adventure Quad Biking Tour in Dahab: $50
- Astronomy and Bedouin Culture group Tour in sharm with Pickup: $140
- Blue Hole Snorkeling Adventure in Dahab: $195
- Cairo pyramids tour from Hurghada Small group HurghadaToGo: $60
- Camel Ride + Blue Hole Snorkeling + Quad Bike Tour With Lunch From Dahab: $49
- Dahab Windsurfing Adventure in Red Sea Waves: $60
- Dahab's Kept Secrets 5 Adventures in 1 Tour: $25
- Royal seascope Semi-Submarine Cruise: $33
- luxury Snorkeling cruise with buffet lunch: $41
Tours and Activities in Bari
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bari.
- 1 Hour and a Half Panoramic Tour of Polignano a Mare by Boat: $42
- 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Bari with Street Food: $108
- Alberobello & Matera Tour with Tasting and Guide - from Bari: $131
- Alberobello & Matera: Private DA Bari Tour: $298
- Alberobello Self-Guided Tour Departing from Bari by GT Bus: $66
- Alberobello and Matera private bus tour from Bari: $71
- Alberobello, Martina Franca and Locorotondo Guided Tour from Bari: $214
- Alberobello, Monopoli Polignano Small-Group Guided Tour from Bari: $213
- Altamura the Lioness of Puglia - Guided Walking Tour: $42
- Ancient Egnazia & Polignano: Private Day Trip or Walking Tour: $162
- Apulian Olive Oil Tasting and Aperitivo Experience in Trani: $57
- Bari Bike Tour: $54
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDahab $3.89Bari $15
Typical Alcohol Prices in Bari
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Bari:
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Beer$2.35
Sample the Local Flavors in Bari
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bari:
- TRANI Wine Tours: Flavors of Puglia: $57
- Afternoon Tour Secrets of Alberobello incl. Food & Wine tasting: $86
- Alberobello Locorotondo and Wine Tasting - Guided Tour From Bari: $168
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dahab and Bari, we can see that Bari is more expensive. And not only is Dahab much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dahab is in Africa and Bari 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 Dahab would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Dahab 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 Bari would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bari than you might in Dahab.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dahab Expensive? and Is Bari Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dahab or Bari?
Bari has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Dahab. When comparing the sizes of Dahab and Bari, 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.