Which place is cheaper, Livorno or Dahab?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
Jump to 
Should you visit Dahab or Livorno?
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 Livorno 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 Livorno?
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.
Livorno
Livorno is a relatively large port city on the Tyrrhenian Sea on the western coast of Italy. It has a population of just over 160,000 and is well connected by ferry. Because of the many ferry connections, Livorno makes a convenient starting point for a tour of Tuscany. Pisa is accessible within half an hour and both Lucca and Florence can be reached in a little over an hour. Several of the hotels in town organize comprehensive and efficient tours of the area that might include Chianti, Monteriggioni, San Gimignano, Siena and Volterra all in one day. If you're arriving on a cruise ship and hoping to make it back before departure time, then these tours are not recommended.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best Luxury Tours to Italy, and The Best Budget Tours to Italy.
-
Dahab Prices
Egypt PricesLivorno Prices
Italy Prices -
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDahab $26Livorno $195
The average daily cost (per person) in Dahab is $26, while the average daily cost in Livorno is $195. 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 Livorno in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDahab $9.31Livorno $88
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDahab $19Livorno $176
Compare Hotels in Dahab and Livorno
Looking for a hotel in Dahab or Livorno? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
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 Livorno Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dahab $3.10Livorno $28
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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Livorno
Also for Livorno, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Livorno Port to Florence Hotels: $216
- Private Transfer from Livorno Port to Florence Airport (FLR): $264
- Private Transfer from Livorno Cruise Port to Pisa Airport (PSA): $114
- Private Transfer from Livorno Cruise Port to Florence City Hotels: $203
- Livorno Private Arrival Transfer: Cruise Port to Central Florence: $190
- Livorno Port to Pisa Airport (PSA) - Arrival Private Transfer: $144
- Livorno Cruise Port to Pisa city hotels -Arrival Private Transfer: $144
- From Livorno Cruise Port: Bus Transfer to Pisa and Lucca: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Dahab or Livorno?
Prices for flights to both Livorno 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
-
Food Meals for one dayDahab $13Livorno $86
Typical Food Prices in Dahab
For Dahab, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
-
Seafood Dinner (for 2)$2.00
-
Juice$0.11
-
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 Livorno
For Livorno, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Livorno Street Food Tour: A Tasty Local Adventure: $60
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Livorno with Show Cooking: $102
- Livorno Walking Tour & Traditional Cooking Class with Wine: $115
- Private Cooking Class at a Local's Home: $169
Entertainment
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dahab $6.56Livorno $31
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 Livorno
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Livorno.
- Best Florence and Pisa Excursion from Livorno Cruise Port: $85
- 2-Hour Private Tour with Photo Shoot in 500 to Bolgheri: $299
- Best Florence and Pisa Tour for Cruise Visitors from Livorno: $89
- Carrara Michelangelo Marble Quarries: 4X4 Tour: $1,108
- City Sightseeing Livorno Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $23
- Cruise Excursion to Florence from Livorno/La Spezia by Car: $2,942
- Day Tour in Livorno and Pisa Shore Excursion from Livorno: $43
- Deluxe Florence and Pisa Tour from Livorno Cruise Port: $92
- Epicurean Experience Private Diner with a Local and Local Food: $150
- From Livorno to Pisa on your own with optional Leaning Tower Ticket: $23
- From Pisa and Florence Trip from Cruise Port: $2,237
- Full Day Pisa and Jewel of the Cinque Terre Tour From Livorno: $86
Alcohol
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayDahab $3.89Livorno $28
Sample the Local Flavors in Livorno
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Livorno:
- Bolgheri: Classic Wine Tasting with Winery Tour: $30
- Wine Tasting in Bolgheri: $42
- Winery Tour & Wine Tasting with Food near Livorno & Pisa: $46
- Wine Tour Experience at Agricola Tamburini: $54
- Bolgheri: Premium Wine Tasting with Winery Tour: $66
- Livorno Seafront Promenade with Wine Tasting: $72
- Wine Tasting and Estate Tour in Bolgheri: $72
- Retrospettiva di Marchesale Wine Tasting and Tour in Bolgheri: $96
- Private Wine Tasting in Tuscany IN ANY LOCATION AT YOUR VILLA: $96
- Verticale Aldone Wine Tasting and Winery Tour in Bolgheri: $114
- From Livorno San Gimignano Volterra and Wine Tasting: $180
- PRIVATE EXCURSION: Florence & Chianti with Wine Tasting Experience from Livorno: $239
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dahab and Livorno, we can see that Livorno 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 Livorno 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 Livorno would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Livorno 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 Livorno Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dahab or Livorno?
Livorno has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Dahab. When comparing the sizes of Dahab and Livorno, 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.