Which place is cheaper, Brasov or Diyarbakir?
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 Diyarbakir or Brasov?
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 Brasov. 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 Brasov?
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.
Brasov
Brasov is a mountain resort city in the region of Transylvania in Romania, surrounded by the Carpathian Mountains and best known for its medieval architecture and history.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best Luxury Tours to Romania, and The Best Budget Tours to Romania.
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Diyarbakir Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDiyarbakir $103Brasov $85
The average daily cost (per person) in Diyarbakir is $103, while the average daily cost in Brasov is $85. 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 Brasov in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDiyarbakir $60Brasov $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDiyarbakir $120Brasov $48
Compare Hotels in Diyarbakir and Brasov
Looking for a hotel in Diyarbakir or Brasov? 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: Diyarbakir Hotel Prices and Brasov Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Diyarbakir $24Brasov $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brasov
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brasov:
- Private Transfer: Bran Castle of Dracula to Bucharest: $262
- Private Transfer from Brasov to Bucharest, 2h of Sightseeing, Local Driver: $190
- Brasov to Bucharest Otopeni Airport private transfer: $190
- Brasov to Bucharest - Private Guided Transfer - Car and Driver: $286
- Bran Castle of Dracula Yourself : Private Round-Trip Transfer from Brasov City: $95
- Airport Transfer: Brasov to Bucharest Airport OTP by Business Car: $165
- Airport Transfer Bucharest -Brasov or Brasov - Bucharest: $239
Is it cheaper to fly into Diyarbakir or Brasov?
Prices for flights to both Brasov 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
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Food Meals for one dayDiyarbakir $27Brasov $48
Typical Food Prices in Diyarbakir
For Diyarbakir, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dessert$0.15
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Lunch for Two$0.46
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brasov
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Brasov.
- Brasov Bites and Sights Food Tour Authentic Romanian Flavors: $89
- Enjoy Traditional Romanian Cooking in Brasov: $103
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Diyarbakir $16Brasov $10
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 Brasov
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Brasov are as follows:
- BV02 - Private Tour Around Brașov:Castles, Fortresses & Legends: $167
- PIATRA CRAIULUI NATIONAL PARK eBike tour(BRASOV): $95
- 3 Castle:Peles ,Bran,Cantacuzino Tour from Brasov /Hotel pickup : $107
- BV05 -Day Private Hiking Tour & Bear Watching in the Carpathians : $161
- Bear Sanctuary, Bran Castle & Food Tasting Half Day Tour: $90
- Bears Sanctuary, Dracula Castle and Poiana Brasov-Private day tour from Brasov: $98
- Bran Castle Skip the Line Ticket with Audio Guide: $49
- Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress Tour from Brasov with Optional Peles Castle Visit: $55
- Bran Castle and more options tour from Brasov: $65
- Bran Castle, Bear Sanctuary and Palinca from Brasov with Tickets: $226
- Bran and Peles Castles, Bear Sanctuary and Palinca Tasting with Tickets: $262
- Brasov City Guided Walking Tour for Small Group: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDiyarbakir $14Brasov $8.46
Sample the Local Flavors in Brasov
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Brasov:
- Bran (Dracula) Castle, Bear Sanctuary, Rasnov Fortress & Palinca Distillery: $113
- Azuga wine tasting on a day trip from Brasov: $145
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Diyarbakir and Brasov, we can see that Diyarbakir is more expensive. And not only is Brasov much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Brasov would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Brasov 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 Diyarbakir would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Diyarbakir than you might in Brasov.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Diyarbakir Expensive? and Is Brasov Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Diyarbakir or Brasov?
Diyarbakir has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Brasov. When comparing the sizes of Diyarbakir and Brasov, 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.