A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Luxor vs. Gothenburg for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Luxor or Gothenburg?

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

Should I visit Luxor or Gothenburg? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Luxor or Gothenburg?

Luxor

Egypt is surely on the top of every history lover's bucket list. Nowhere is the history more engrossing than in Luxor. From amazing monuments dating back to ancient Thebes to rows of temples up the Nile, this remarkable city is full the stories of past greatness.

The East Bank – or the central part of Luxor Township – is the hotbed for tourism. This is where most of the hotels and resorts are, while the West Bank is home to the ancient ruins and archaeological wonders you'll want to explore.

Before traveling to Egypt, be sure to check on the current affairs and political climate. It could have a major effect on the amount of tourists visiting, and, if conditions are too dangerous, you may want to reschedule. Also note, ladies, to avoid any issues, dress modestly. This is a very conservative region of the world. The less skin showing, the better.

Gothenburg

Gothenburg is the second largest city in Sweden with a population of about 500,000. It is located on the western coast at the edge of the Gota River. It's a very friendly and welcoming city with a great vibe. Part of its energy comes from the Gothenburg University, which, with over 60,000 students, is the largest university in the country. Historically, Gothenburg has working class roots which are still apparent today, particularly in the city's harbour area. Recently there has been a growing number of expensive restaurants and cafes, showing that the demographic continues to evolve.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Egypt, The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Sweden, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Sweden.


Which place is cheaper, Gothenburg or Luxor?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Luxor is $33, while the average daily cost in Gothenburg is $145. 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 Luxor and Gothenburg in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Luxor $11
    Gothenburg $46
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Luxor $22
    Gothenburg $92
Compare Hotels in Luxor and Gothenburg

Looking for a hotel in Luxor or Gothenburg? 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 Luxor


Hotels in Gothenburg


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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: Luxor Hotel Prices and Gothenburg Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Luxor $5.64
    Gothenburg $21
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Luxor

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Luxor:


  • Taxi Ride
    $0.42

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Luxor

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Luxor:

  • private Transfer from Marsa alam To Luxor: $70
  • luxor to Marsa Alam-or vice ( Private Transfer ): $90
  • Vip Marsa Alam Private Transfer to Luxor: $180
  • VIP Luxor to Hurghada Transfer Luxury and Style: $65
  • Transfers From Luxor Airport To Luxor Hotels: $14
  • Transfer from luxor to Aswan passing by Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples (Optional): $150
  • Transfer from Luxor to Hurghada: $45
  • Transfer from Luxor to Hurghada: $65
  • Transfer from Luxor to Hurghada: $85
  • Transfer from Luxor airport to Luxor hotels: $11
  • Transfer from Luxor To Aswan: $90
  • Transfer from Luxor Airport to Luxor Hotels(Private): $12

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gothenburg

Also for Gothenburg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Airport Transfer: Gothenburg to Airport GOT by Business Car: $132
  • Goteborg City to Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) - Departure Private Transfer: $108
  • Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Goteborg City - Arrival Private Transfer: $108
  • Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Goteborg City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $216
  • Gothenburg Airport: Transfer to City center of Gothenburg: $74
  • Gothenburg Private Transfer from Central Gothenburg to Gothenburg Airport: $80
  • City Highlights Bike Tour with Transfer: $128
  • Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Arrival: $17
  • Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Departure: $17
  • Ostersund Private Transfer from Ostersund (OSD) airport to central Ostersund: $115
  • Private Transfer From Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Gothenburg Hotels: $95
  • Private Transfer Gothenburg Airport GOT to Gothenburg by Sedan: $162

Is it cheaper to fly into Luxor or Gothenburg?

Prices for flights to both Gothenburg and Luxor 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
    Luxor $16
    Gothenburg $76

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Luxor

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

  • Dinner on the River Nile with Belly Dancing: $31
  • Riding a felucca at Sunset and Dinner an Egyptian House in Luxor: $40
  • 3 Hours Culinary Journey with Family Food Tour in Luxor: $40
  • Luxor City Private Walking and Food Tour: $50
  • Dinner on the River Nile with Belly Dancing in luxor: $60
  • Saray El Nile restaurant Dinner : $60
  • Enjoy Lunch or Dinner on a Luxor Nile River Boat: $60
  • Karnak Sound And Light Show With Dinner, Felucca  : $64
  • private day in east bank & dendera with dinner on boat: $86
  • Luxor Karnak Temple Sound and Light Show with Dinner and Transfers: $95
  • Egyptian cooking class and Luxor museum : $120
  • Full day trip west Bank, Dandara and dinner on a boat.: $128

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Luxor $10
    Gothenburg $18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Luxor

Here are a few typical costs in Luxor for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Boat Ride (for 2)
    $0.57
  • Temple Karnak for Two
    $2.73
  • Camel Ride for Two
    $1.26

Tours and Activities in Luxor

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

  • 2 Days Sightseeing Tour of Luxor Highlights: $120
  • Adventure Hot Air Balloon Ride Tour in Luxor: $79
  • Aswan and Abu Simbel private 2 days tour from Luxor : $220
  • Balloon Experience with Personalized Photography: $120
  • Balloon Tour and Sunset Felucca Ride in Luxor with Luxor Tour: $189
  • Balloon, Tour of Temples West Bank and Carter House in Luxor : $54
  • Day Private Tour to Karnak and Luxor Temples: $90
  • Day Tour of Luxor East & West Bank Temples and Tombs of Luxor: $140
  • Day Tour to Dendera and Abydos Temples from Luxor: $80
  • Day Tour to Hathor Temple at Dendera from Luxor by car: $90
  • Day Tour to Karnak temple and luxor temple from luxor: $77
  • Day tour to Aswan from Luxo visit Edfu,Kom Ombo,Phila Temples & Aswan dam.: $276

Tours and Activities in Gothenburg

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

  • Private Self Guided Tour in Gothenburg: $3.58
  • Eila's Time Travels: A Lycksele Family Walking Tour Game: $8.59
  • Headless Horseman in Self-Guided Ghost Tour Game: $8.63
  • Alfie Atkins Cultural Centre Admission Ticket: $15
  • Old Town Sightseeing Tour: $16
  • Gothenburg Old Town Sightseeing Tour: $16
  • World of Volvo Exhibition Entry Ticket: $19
  • Universeum Entry Ticket: $24
  • Gothenburg Universeum Ticket - Aquarium, Science, Wildlife, Zoo: $25
  • City Canal Sightseeing Cruise: $28
  • Gothenburg 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket: $36
  • City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $36

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Luxor $3.10
    Gothenburg $24

Sample the Local Flavors in Gothenburg

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gothenburg:

  • Guided Brewery Tour on Bicycle: $66


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

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


Which is Bigger, Luxor or Gothenburg?

Gothenburg has a larger population, and is about 19% larger than the population of Luxor. When comparing the sizes of Luxor and Gothenburg, 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.


When is the best time to visit Luxor or Gothenburg?

Gothenburg has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Luxor experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Luxor or Gothenburg in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Luxor as well as Gothenburg. Luxor attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

The heat can be very extreme in Luxor. In the summer, Luxor is much warmer than Gothenburg. Typically, the summer temperatures in Luxor in July average around 33°C (91°F), and Gothenburg averages at about 16°C (61°F).

Luxor usually gets less rain in July than Gothenburg. Luxor gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Luxor 33°C (91°F) 
    Gothenburg 16°C (61°F)

Should I visit Luxor or Gothenburg in the Autumn?

Both Gothenburg and Luxor are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Luxor throughout the year.

In October, Luxor is generally much warmer than Gothenburg. Daily temperatures in Luxor average around 25°C (77°F), and Gothenburg fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).

In October, Luxor usually receives less rain than Gothenburg. Luxor gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Luxor 25°C (77°F) 
    Gothenburg 9°C (47°F)

Should I visit Luxor or Gothenburg in the Winter?

Both Gothenburg and Luxor during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Luxor because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

Gothenburg can get quite cold in the winter. Luxor is much warmer than Gothenburg in the winter. The daily temperature in Luxor averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Gothenburg fluctuates around -2°C (29°F).

Luxor usually gets less rain in January than Gothenburg. Luxor gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Luxor 14°C (57°F) 
    Gothenburg -2°C (29°F)

Should I visit Luxor or Gothenburg in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Luxor and Gothenburg. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Luxor year-round.

In the spring, Luxor is much warmer than Gothenburg. Typically, the spring temperatures in Luxor in April average around 25°C (77°F), and Gothenburg averages at about 5°C (41°F).

In April, Luxor usually receives less rain than Gothenburg. Luxor gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Luxor 25°C (77°F) 
    Gothenburg 5°C (41°F)

Typical Weather for Gothenburg and Luxor

Luxor Gothenburg
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 14°C (57°F) 0 mm (0 in) -2°C (29°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Feb 15°C (59°F) 0 mm (0 in) -2°C (29°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Mar 20°C (68°F) 0 mm (0 in) 1°C (34°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Apr 25°C (77°F) 0 mm (0 in) 5°C (41°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
May 30°C (86°F) 0 mm (0 in) 11°C (51°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Jun 32°C (90°F) 0 mm (0 in) 15°C (59°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Jul 33°C (91°F) 0 mm (0 in) 16°C (61°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Aug 31°C (88°F) 0 mm (0 in) 16°C (60°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Sep 30°C (86°F) 0 mm (0 in) 12°C (54°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Oct 25°C (77°F) 1 mm (0 in) 9°C (47°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Nov 20°C (68°F) 0 mm (0 in) 4°C (38°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Dec 15°C (59°F) 0 mm (0 in) 0°C (32°F) 75 mm (3 in)