Which place is cheaper, Gran Canaria 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 Gran Canaria?
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 Gran Canaria. 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 Gran Canaria?
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.
Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria is one of Spain's Canary Islands, located just off the coast of northwestern Africa. It is the third largest of the islands, and is known for its variety of volcanic beaches. This island is sometimes called a "Miniature Continent" due to the different climates and variety of landscapes found, which allow for a range of activities like hiking, biking, surfing, and scuba diving.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Spain, and The Best Luxury Tours to Spain.
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Diyarbakir Prices
Turkey PricesGran Canaria Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDiyarbakir $103Gran Canaria $176
The average daily cost (per person) in Diyarbakir is $103, while the average daily cost in Gran Canaria is $176. 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 Gran Canaria in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDiyarbakir $60Gran Canaria $73
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDiyarbakir $120Gran Canaria $146
Compare Hotels in Diyarbakir and Gran Canaria
Looking for a hotel in Diyarbakir or Gran Canaria? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Diyarbakir $24Gran Canaria $54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gran Canaria
Also for Gran Canaria, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Gran Canaria Port to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA): $75
- Playa del Ingles to Gran Canaria Airport(LPA)- Departure Transfer: $59
- Playa Del Ingles: Discover Scuba Diving - Free Transfers: $105
- Maspalomas: Jet Ski Tour with Hotel Transfer: $153
- Las Palmas to Gran Canaria Port - Departure Private Transfer : $75
- Grand Island Tour by Bus with Transfers: $52
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Teror to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $98
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Tauro to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $100
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Tarajalillo to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $72
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Playa del Inglés to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $72
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Playa del Cura to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $98
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Playa del Águila to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $72
Is it cheaper to fly into Diyarbakir or Gran Canaria?
Prices for flights to both Gran Canaria 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 $27Gran Canaria $70
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 Gran Canaria
For Gran Canaria, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Origen Dinner Show at Sala Scala: $73
- Sunset Tour with Champagne & Optional Dinner.: $81
- Gran Canaria Food Tour with Distillery Visit and Local Lunch: $105
- Sala Scala Gran Canaria Dinner Show : $110
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Diyarbakir $16Gran Canaria $24
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 Gran Canaria
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Gran Canaria.
- Firgas, Tejeda, Guayadeque - VIP Tour Gran Canaria: $59
- Gran Canaria 7 Highlights Small Group Tour with Tapas Picnic: $117
- 1 hour relaxing horse riding tour in Gran Canaria: $41
- 2 hours Green Mountains Horse Riding Tour: $100
- 2-Hour Segway Tour: Maspalomas Dunes, Playa Ingles,S.Agustin: $70
- 3 Wheel Motorcycle like Quad/Buggy Tour Gran Canaria (Maspalomas): $90
- 3-Hour Hiking Experience in Roque Nublo: $80
- 3-Hour Sunset Climbing Adventure Experience: $78
- 3-Hours Astronomy Hiking Experience in Roque Nublo Mountains: $71
- 30 minutes tour with 2 jetskis in Maspalomas: $188
- 4 Hour Boat Tour with Snorkeling from Puerto Rico and Mogan: $90
- 7-hour Hop on Hop off Tour of Historic Gran Canaria: $84
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDiyarbakir $14Gran Canaria $8.38
Sample the Local Flavors in Gran Canaria
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gran Canaria:
- Guided Tour at Ron Arehucas Distillery: $13
- Las Palmas: Gourmet Tapas and Wine Tour in the Old Town: $47
- Gourmet Tapas and Wine Tour in the Old Town of Las Palmas: $48
- Spanish Cured Meats & Wine Tasting Tour in Mogan: $58
- Spanish Tapas and Wine Tasting Tour in Mogan: $65
- Private GRAN CANARIA WINE TASTING, TAPAS lunch & best sightseeing: $247
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Diyarbakir and Gran Canaria, we can see that Gran Canaria 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 Gran Canaria would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Gran Canaria 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 Gran Canaria Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Diyarbakir or Gran Canaria?
Gran Canaria has a larger population, and is about 30% larger than the population of Diyarbakir. When comparing the sizes of Diyarbakir and Gran Canaria, 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.