A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Diyarbakir vs. Bordeaux for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Diyarbakir or Bordeaux?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Diyarbakir and Bordeaux. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Diyarbakir or Bordeaux?

Diyarbakir

Diyarbakır is the largest city in Southeastern Turkey, located on the banks of Tigris River, which is one of two great rivers of the Middle East. The city is known especially for its old city, housed within ancient fortress walls that have been designated an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Within this fortress is a glimpse into the city's ancient history and traditional customs that remain alive today.

Bordeaux

Bordeaux is the place to go for fine wines. It's a very mellow, cultural city where you can enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of a quaint cafe or restaurant without being rushed. The city is the capital of Gironde, and the entire metropolitan area has over one million residents. The city also has a rather large and vibrant university and the population is known to be very tolerant and liberal. There is a very strong artistic vibe in the city and, due to it's history of English rule, there is an English flair to the area. The large student population means that there is no shortage of opportunities to see shows, hear music, or visit a museum.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best 10-Day Tours from Paris, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Paris.


Which place is cheaper, Bordeaux or Diyarbakir?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Diyarbakir Prices
    Turkey Prices
    Bordeaux Prices
    France Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Diyarbakir $103
    Bordeaux $183

The average daily cost (per person) in Diyarbakir is $103, while the average daily cost in Bordeaux is $183. 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 Diyarbakir and Bordeaux in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Diyarbakir $60
    Bordeaux $74
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Diyarbakir $120
    Bordeaux $148
Compare Hotels in Diyarbakir and Bordeaux

Looking for a hotel in Diyarbakir or Bordeaux? 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.

Hotels in Diyarbakir


Hotels in Bordeaux


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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: Diyarbakir Hotel Prices and Bordeaux Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Diyarbakir $24
    Bordeaux $18

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bordeaux

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bordeaux:

  • Private Transfer from Bordeaux to Bordeaux Airport: $161
  • Private Transfer from Bordeaux Airport to City of Bordeaux: $197
  • Private Transfer Bordeaux City to Bordeaux Airport BOD by Sedan: $56
  • Departure Transfer: Bordeaux to Airport BOD by Luxury Van: $118
  • Departure Transfer: Bordeaux to Airport BOD by Business Car: $112
  • Bordeaux to Airport Private Transfer in Van Business: $257
  • Bordeaux to Airport Private Transfer in Business Sedan: $197
  • Bordeaux Airport Transfers: Bordeaux to Bordeaux Airport BOD in Luxury Van: $118
  • Bordeaux Airport Transfers: Bordeaux to Bordeaux Airport BOD in Luxury Car: $149
  • Bordeaux : Private transfer to/from Mérignac Airport: $100
  • Arrival Transfer: Airport BOD to Bordeaux by Business Car: $112
  • Arrival Private Transfers : Bordeaux Airport BOD to Bordeaux in Luxury Van: $118

Is it cheaper to fly into Diyarbakir or Bordeaux?

Prices for flights to both Bordeaux and Diyarbakir 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 day
    Diyarbakir $27
    Bordeaux $92
Typical Food Prices in Diyarbakir

For Diyarbakir, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Dessert
    $0.15
  • Lunch for Two
    $0.46

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bordeaux

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bordeaux.

  • Bordeaux food tour: sweet specialities & highlights: $26
  • Best of French Chocolate and Pastries Food Tour: $58
  • Bordeaux - sweet food tour of the old city: $65
  • Bordeaux : Afternoon Food Tour with local delicacies: $69
  • No Diet Club : Bordeaux Food Tour in Les Chartrons !: $73
  • No Diet Club : Bordeaux Food Tour in Bordeaux center !: $75
  • Morning Market Food Tour: $82
  • Bordeaux : Morning Market Food Tour: $90
  • Bordeau: Chartrons Morning Food Tour: $106
  • Bordeaux Food Tour: $113
  • 3.5-Hour Old Town and Market Food Tour: $116
  • Organic : Bordeaux Food Tour: $116

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Diyarbakir $16
    Bordeaux $26

Tours and Activities in Diyarbakir

For Diyarbakir, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • All-inclusive Private Guided Tour of Diyarbakir City: $297

Tours and Activities in Bordeaux

Here are a few actual costs in Bordeaux for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • "Bordeaux by bicycle: a 3-hour tour immersive experience": $36
  • Free Walking Bordeaux Tour ENG + 1 glass of wine (Tip based): $3.58
  • 2 hours - Bordeaux Private tour with a native guide: $179
  • Aperitive guided cruise « Wine and Canelé »: $22
  • Best : Bordeaux Walking Tour + 1 Wine glass: $0.59
  • Best : Bordeaux walking tour in Eng + Glass of Wine (Tip based): $3.58
  • Best of Wine, Cheese, Pastries & Food Walking Tour: $118
  • Blind Tasting: 4 Bordeaux Natural Wine + Cheese experience: $31
  • Bordeaux - Free Walking Tour in English (Tip-Based): $3.58
  • Bordeaux : Must-See Attractions Walking Tour: $29
  • Bordeaux Awakens: Private Sunrise Serenity Morning Tour: $182
  • Bordeaux Best Boulangeries & History Tour: $68

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Diyarbakir $14
    Bordeaux $30

Sample the Local Flavors in Bordeaux

Also in Bordeaux, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Wine and Trade Museum Entry Ticket & Wine Tasting: $14
  • Bordeaux Wine and Trade Museum Admission Ticket with Wine Tasting: $14
  • Distillery Guided Tour with Tasting: $18
  • Château Olivier: One Hour Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting: $24
  • Cité du Vin Entry Ticket and Wine Tasting: $26
  • Taillan-Médoc: Château Visit and Wine Tasting in Bordeaux: $29
  • Pub Crawl Bordeaux : Drink, Laugh, Meet the World: $30
  • Wine Tour and Tasting: $32
  • Unusual wine tasting in DARWIN (Bordeaux)!: $33
  • Local Wine Tasting with Wine Store Owner: $37
  • Bordeaux wine tasting workshop with food and wine pairings: $41
  • Blind wine tasting - discover wine differently: $42


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Diyarbakir and Bordeaux, we can see that Bordeaux is more expensive. And not only is Diyarbakir much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Diyarbakir would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Diyarbakir 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 Bordeaux would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bordeaux than you might in Diyarbakir.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Diyarbakir Expensive? and Is Bordeaux Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Diyarbakir or Bordeaux?

Diyarbakir has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Bordeaux. When comparing the sizes of Diyarbakir and Bordeaux, 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.

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