Which place is cheaper, Bergamo 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 Bergamo?
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 Bergamo 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 Bergamo?
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.
Bergamo
The blue horizon, now flush with the pinks and purples of a waning day, cloaks the Alps in a mystic blush, only able to view its peaks through faded outlines. Proud, ancient Romanesque architecture surrounds you, and the city feels no more palpable than that of a summer dream. Bergamo, Italy is located in the Lombardy region, northeast of the Italian city Milan. Deemed a treasure in Northern Italy, Bergamo is divided into two centers: the Alta (upper) city and the Bassa (lower) cities, loosely connected by funicular and walking trails. From its cobblestone streets to its Venetian walls, Bergamo is an ancient Italian paradise with many historic sights to be explored, such as Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore and the grand Cappella Colleoni. Breathtaking views, fine dining, high-tier boutiques and shops - it is no wonder that this beguiling city attracts tourists from all walks of life. Whether you look to explores it fine art museums or simply lounge languidly about a cafe, Bergamo is a city that can bring both divert and delight!
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best 2-Week Tours from Rome, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDahab $26Bergamo $218
The average daily cost (per person) in Dahab is $26, while the average daily cost in Bergamo is $218. 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 Bergamo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDahab $9.31Bergamo $98
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDahab $19Bergamo $196
Compare Hotels in Dahab and Bergamo
Looking for a hotel in Dahab or Bergamo? 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 Bergamo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dahab $3.10Bergamo $38
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dahab
Also for Dahab, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Dahab Hotel to Sharm ElSheikh Airport : $32
- Sharm el-Sheikh: 1-Way or Round-Trip Transfer to Dahab: $42
- Private Transfer Between Nuweibaa City and Sharm El Sheikh Hotels: $60
- Private Transfer To/From Nuweibaa City and Sharm El Sheikh Hotels: $68
- Saint paul and saint anthony monastery private transfer: $69
- Private Pickup Transfers from Dahab to Taba: $120
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bergamo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bergamo:
- Varenna hotels to Milan hotels - Private Transfer : $175
- Transfer from Bergamo Airport to Koper: $280
- Small-Group Transfer from Bergamo Airport to Trieste: $293
- Private Transfer up to 8 pax from Bergamo Airport BGY to Milan: $203
- Orio: Private Airport Transfer XL To/From Milan City Centre: $350
- Orio al Serio: Private Airport Transfer To/From City Centre: $233
- Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY): Transfer to/from Milan Center: $12
- Bergamo to Malpensa Milan Airport MXP Departure Private Transfer: $200
- Bergamo to Bergamo Airport (BGY) - Departure Private Transfer: $87
- Bergamo Airport (BGY) to Milan - Arrival Private Transfer: $171
- Bergamo Airport (BGY) to Bergamo hotels -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $174
- Bergamo Airport (BGY) to Bergamo - Arrival Private Transfer: $87
Is it cheaper to fly into Dahab or Bergamo?
Prices for flights to both Bergamo 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 $13Bergamo $86
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bergamo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bergamo.
- Authentic Taste at the Table Family Recipes Cooking Class: $92
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Cernusco sul Naviglio with Show Cooking: $101
- Dining experience at a local's home in Ranica with cooking demo: $101
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Cantù with Show Cooking: $101
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Fino Mornasco with Show Cooking: $101
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Lomello with Show Cooking: $101
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Endine Gaiano with Show Cooking: $101
- Full meal Food Tour with Local Delights by Do Eat Better: $109
- Dining experience at a local's home in Bergamo with show cooking: $125
- Pizza course and tasting on Lake Maggiore: $125
- Private cooking class at a Cesarina's home with tasting in Bergamo: $154
- Cesarine: Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Varenna: $173
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dahab $6.56Bergamo $39
Tours and Activities in Dahab
For Dahab, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Jeep Safari to Canyon Salama Day Tour from Dahab: $15
- Dahab's Kept Secrets 5 Adventures in 1 Tour: $25
- Saint Catherine's Monastery And Half Day Tour From Dahab : $30
- Full-Day Hike Tour at St. Catherine's Monastery: $33
- Royal seascope Semi-Submarine Cruise: $33
- luxury Snorkeling cruise with buffet lunch: $41
- Hurghada to Cairo tour Small group HurghadaToGo: $42
- 4x4 Jeep Adventure from Dahab: $43
- Camel Ride + Blue Hole Snorkeling + Quad Bike Tour With Lunch From Dahab: $49
- Adventure Quad Biking Tour in Dahab: $50
- Mount Sinai Sunrise and St Catherine Monastery Tour from Dahab: $50
- St. Catherine Tour from Sharm : $55
Tours and Activities in Bergamo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bergamo are as follows:
- 1-day guided motorcycle tour Lake Lecco and Valsassina: $178
- Artisan Embroidery Experience in Milan: $60
- Atalanta The Hero Quest Experience: $5.95
- Bergamo : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $54
- Bergamo Old Town Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $5.00
- Bergamo Street Food Private Tour With A Local Guide: $131
- Bergamo Top Sights Private and Personalized Guided Walking Tour: $167
- Digital guide made by a local for your walking tour: $8.35
- Boat Tour Shared by Varenna : $48
- Canyoning "Family-Fun" - family friendly Canyoningtour: $79
- Canyoning "Vione" - advanced Canyoningtour also for sportive beginner: $118
- Children Daily Ticket for Adventure Park in Gravedona: $36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDahab $3.89Bergamo $27
Sample the Local Flavors in Bergamo
Also in Bergamo, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Panoramic wine tasting in Oltrepò Pavese: $18
- Wine Tasting and Winery Tour of Oltrepò Pavese Tradition: $37
- Lake Como Cheese and wine tasting in Valsassina: $51
- E-Bike Tour with Wine Tasting from Salò: $101
- Delightful Deluxe Cheese and Wine Tasting from Lake Como : $143
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dahab and Bergamo, we can see that Bergamo 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 Bergamo 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 Bergamo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bergamo 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 Bergamo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dahab or Bergamo?
Bergamo has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Dahab. When comparing the sizes of Dahab and Bergamo, 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.