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

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Should you visit Luxor or Playa Blanca?

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

Should I visit Luxor or Playa Blanca? 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 Playa Blanca?

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.

Playa Blanca

Located on the southern tip of the Canary Island of Lanzarote, Playa Blanca is a resort area popular with families and couples seeking a quieter vacation alternative to the lively neighbor resort of Puerto del Carmen. The resort's white sandy beaches are peaceful and sheltered from the higher winds found on other parts of the island. Timanfaya National Park is also nearby, as well as a number of other spectacular volcanic features.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Egypt, The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Adventure Tours to Spain, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Spain.


Which place is cheaper, Playa Blanca or Luxor?

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

  • Luxor Prices
    Egypt Prices
    Playa Blanca Prices
    Spain Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Luxor $33
    Playa Blanca $220

The average daily cost (per person) in Luxor is $33, while the average daily cost in Playa Blanca is $220. 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 Playa Blanca in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Luxor $11
    Playa Blanca $95
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Luxor $22
    Playa Blanca $190
Compare Hotels in Luxor and Playa Blanca

Looking for a hotel in Luxor or Playa Blanca? 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 Playa Blanca


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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 Playa Blanca Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Luxor $5.64
    Playa Blanca $57
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

Is it cheaper to fly into Luxor or Playa Blanca?

Prices for flights to both Playa Blanca 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
    Playa Blanca $91

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
    Playa Blanca $23
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 Playa Blanca

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

  • Lanzarote: Playa Blanca to Marina Rubicón Waterbus Ticket: $13
  • Lanzarote: Snorkeling Tour: $65
  • From Fuerteventura: Playa Blanca Minicruise to Papagayo: $73
  • Lanzarote: Try Scuba Diving Experience: $112

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Luxor $3.10
    Playa Blanca $11

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Luxor and Playa Blanca, we can see that Playa Blanca 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 Playa Blanca 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 Playa Blanca would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Playa Blanca 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 Playa Blanca Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Luxor or Playa Blanca?

Luxor has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Playa Blanca. When comparing the sizes of Luxor and Playa Blanca, 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 Playa Blanca?

Playa Blanca 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 Playa Blanca in the Summer?

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


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