Which place is cheaper, Cajamarca or Foz do Iguacu?
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 Foz do Iguacu or Cajamarca?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Foz do Iguacu and Cajamarca 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: Foz do Iguacu or Cajamarca?
Foz do Iguacu
Foz do Iguacu is a larger city in Brazil that is most famous for the Iguacu Falls. The city serves as an entry point for Paraguay and Argentina as well. The obvious reason to visit the city is to see the beautiful falls, and together with Ciudad del Este, Paraguay and Puerto Iguazu, Argentina, it makes up one of the largest tourism sights in South America.
Cajamarca
Located in the northern highlands of Peru, Cajamarca is a town of about 100,000 people. The city's mild weather and fertile soil is ideal for agriculture, which is a major industry in the area. The city is also well known for its cheeses and dairy products. Cajamarca is the site of the Battle of Cajamarca which led to the execution of the Inca emperor Atahualpa and the end of the infamous Inca empire. Today, the area is appealing to visitors in part because of its lovely churches, nice hot springs, and interesting Inca Baths.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Brazil, The Best Budget Tours to Brazil, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Peru, and The Best Cultural Tours in Peru.
-
Foz do Iguacu Prices
Brazil PricesCajamarca Prices
Peru Prices -
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFoz do Iguacu $79Cajamarca $95
The average daily cost (per person) in Foz do Iguacu is $79, while the average daily cost in Cajamarca is $95. 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 Foz do Iguacu and Cajamarca in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFoz do Iguacu $28Cajamarca $26
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFoz do Iguacu $56Cajamarca $52
Compare Hotels in Foz do Iguacu and Cajamarca
Looking for a hotel in Foz do Iguacu or Cajamarca? 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: Foz do Iguacu Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Foz do Iguacu $13Cajamarca $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Foz do Iguacu
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Foz do Iguacu:
- Transfer In - Airport Hotel: $8.00
- Foz do Iguaçu Airport Shared Transfer: $10
- Transfer Paraguay - Shopping : $29
- Foz do Iguaçu Round-Trip Airport Transfer: $39
- Private airport transfers - Brazil - Argentina - Paraguay : $42
- Transfer from Foz de Iguazu Airport to Hotels on the Argentine side: $70
- Private Transfer from IGU to Any Point within Foz Do Iguaçu City: $80
- Private E Bike Tour Iguaçu Waterfalls + Transfers + Tickets: $120
- Shared Roundtrip Transfers with Brazilian and Argentinian sides: $127
- Private Transfer to Foz do Iguaçu from the Airport: $154
- Transfer IN IGU & Iguassu Falls Brazilian side & Macuco Boat Safari: $220
Is it cheaper to fly into Foz do Iguacu or Cajamarca?
Prices for flights to both Cajamarca and Foz do Iguacu 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 dayFoz do Iguacu $37Cajamarca $52
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Foz do Iguacu
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Foz do Iguacu.
- Shared Group: Rafain Dinner and Latin American Show with Transfer: $99
- Rafain dinner Samba Show: $105
- Rafain Dinner Show : $106
- Experience Guamini Mision Dinner and Tango Show Selva Iriapu Hotels Exclusive: $110
- Dinner Show at Rafain in Foz do Iguaçu: $114
- Dinner Show Rafain Steakhouse Belmond Hotel Cataratas : $135
Entertainment
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Foz do Iguacu $23Cajamarca $28
Tours and Activities in Foz do Iguacu
Here are a few actual costs in Foz do Iguacu for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Humming Bird Garden Experience in Iguazu: $6.00
- Shopping tour at Duty Free Shop Argentina: $18
- Visit to Itaipu: Panoramic Tour: $20
- Iguassu Falls Shopping Tour: $27
- Three Borders Landmark - Rountrip Transportation + Ticket : $32
- Guided tour of the Iguacu Falls on the Argentine side: $32
- Itaipu Hydroelectric Dam - Tickets Included: $33
- Visit to Itaipu: Entrance Ticket for Panoramic View and shuttle: $33
- Tour to Iguazu Falls Brazil with visit at the Bird Park: $36
- Tour to Iguassu Falls Argentinean Side: $38
- Sightseeing Bus Tour of Foz do Iguaçu: $38
- City Tour Foz do Iguaçu - With Ticket: $38
Tours and Activities in Cajamarca
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cajamarca are as follows:
- Tour to the Pre Inca Otuzco Necropolis, Botanical Garden and Hacienda: $28
- From Porcón Farm and Huambocancha Workshops Tour: $28
- Namora Valley Tour + Guitar Workshop & San Nicolas Lagoon: $28
- La Colpa, Llacanora & Baños del Inca Tour: $34
- Tour to Hacienda La Colpa and Baños del Inca: $35
- Pocon and Otuzco farm tour: $39
- Tour of the Cajamarca Valley - San Nicolas Lagoon: $40
- Cajamarca in its Splendor: San Nicolas Lagoon Tour: $40
- Cajamarca Valley Tour – San Nicolas Lagoon: $40
- || Tour of the Cajamarca Valley - San Nicolás lagoon ||: $45
- From City Tour Cajamarca: $47
- Guided tour of the city + pick-up: $48
Alcohol
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayFoz do Iguacu $11Cajamarca $17
Typical Alcohol Prices in Foz do Iguacu
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Foz do Iguacu from other travelers:
-
Beer$0.84
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Foz do Iguacu and Cajamarca, we can see that Cajamarca is more expensive. And not only is Foz do Iguacu much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Foz do Iguacu would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Foz do Iguacu 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 Cajamarca would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cajamarca than you might in Foz do Iguacu.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Foz do Iguacu Expensive? and Is Cajamarca Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Foz do Iguacu or Cajamarca?
Foz do Iguacu has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Cajamarca. When comparing the sizes of Foz do Iguacu and Cajamarca, 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.