Which place is cheaper, Siena 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 Siena?
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 Siena 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 Siena?
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.
Siena
Located in Tuscany, Siena is a medieval city that is about 70 kilometers south of Florence. One of its most famous events is the horse race, Il Palio, which occurs twice a year during the summer. The race puts a lot of emphasis on neighborhood pride and competition. It is a local tradition that is of great importance to the residence, so it is not an event that is held specifically for tourists. It dates back to the Medieval times and is associated with the area's religion, pageantry and rivalry. In addition to the city's strong neighborhood pride, rich history, and impressive architecture, Siena was also the home of many famous artists including Duccio, Simone Martini, and Ambrogio and Pietro Lorenzetti.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Italy, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDahab $26Siena $199
The average daily cost (per person) in Dahab is $26, while the average daily cost in Siena is $199. 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 Siena in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDahab $9.31Siena $81
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDahab $19Siena $162
Compare Hotels in Dahab and Siena
Looking for a hotel in Dahab or Siena? 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 Siena Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dahab $3.10Siena $23
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 Siena
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Siena:
- Transfer Siena - Pisa with stop in San Gimignano & Lunch: $275
- Private transfer from Siena to Florence: $221
- PRIVATE TRANSFER from Siena to Florence with stop in S Gimignano & Monteriggioni: $179
- Arrival transfer Siena Airport SAY to Siena City by Van or Sedan: $174
Is it cheaper to fly into Dahab or Siena?
Prices for flights to both Siena 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 $13Siena $103
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 Siena
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Siena.
- Pasta and Tiramisu Small Group Cooking Class with Wine: $82
- Small-group Cooking Class in a Chianti Farm: $95
- Siena : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $100
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Grosseto with Show Cooking: $102
- Tuscan, Italian, tiramisu cooking class and tasting 3 wines: $106
- Small-group Street food tour in Siena: $106
- Siena’s Ultimate Food Tour: Full Tuscan Meal by Do Eat Better: $109
- Cooking Class: Italian Authentic Recipes with Lunch: $131
- Small Group Cooking Class in Chianti Farmhouse: $136
- From Pizza and Gelato Cooking Class: $136
- Family Cooking Class: Pizza and Tiramisù from Siena: $136
- Pizza and Gelato Cooking Class: $137
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dahab $6.56Siena $4.40
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 Siena
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Siena are as follows:
- Mysterious Siena City Bike Tour: $149
- Val d’Orcia Bike Tour: $215
- Birdwatching and Photo Tour in Diaccia Botrona: $245
- Chianti Adventures: ATV Excursion through Tuscan Landscapes: $179
- Chianti Classico Bike Tour from Siena: $215
- Chianti E-Bike Tour from Siena: $227
- Chianti Wild Safari Adventure through Tuscan Vineyards: $130
- Chianti and Castles Tour from Siena Small Group: $102
- Discover Brunello Wines with DiWine Experience: $293
- Discover the Medieval Charm of Siena on a Private Walking Tour: $176
- E-Bike Tour: Explore the Chianti, its Enogastronomy and Castles: $299
- Exciting ATV tour in the Tuscan countryside: $231
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDahab $3.89Siena $2.57
Sample the Local Flavors in Siena
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Siena:
- "CLASSIC" Wine Tasting and Typical Tuscan Products: $33
- Montalcino: Brunello Wine Tasting Experience: $39
- Exclusive Wine Tasting in the Historic Center of Siena: $42
- Winery tour and wine tasting in Maremma - Grosseto: $48
- Tour and Wine Tasting in a Tuscan Private Castle: $51
- Brunello di Montalcino Wine Tasting with Tuscan appetizer in ancient residence: $53
- Chianti Half Day Wine Tasting Tour from Siena: $59
- Tuscany Hiking Tour from Siena Including Wine Tasting: $66
- Siena wine tasting & Gelato tasting: $66
- Montalcino: Brunello Wine Tasting & Lunch in a Tuscan Castle: $70
- Guided tour of the cellars with wine tasting and lunch: $72
- Guided Tour of the Cellars with Wine Tasting and Lunch: $72
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dahab and Siena, we can see that Siena 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 Siena 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 Siena would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Siena 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 Siena Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dahab or Siena?
Siena has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Dahab. When comparing the sizes of Dahab and Siena, 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.