Which place is cheaper, Bergamo or Merzouga?
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 Merzouga or Bergamo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Merzouga or Bergamo, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Merzouga or Bergamo?
Merzouga
Let's say you want to truly get away. I don't mean putting your ear buds in on some beach with a stronger on the next chair over. I mean really get away, and find yourself deserted. Merzouga, Morocco lets you do just that. This land of sand dune after sand dune is ideal for anyone yearning to ride a camel to the ends of civilization. And you'll find plenty of options to get here with a tour, or even on your own.
Bergamo
The blue horizon, now flush with the pinks and purples of a waning day, cloaks the Alps in a mystic blush, only able to view its peaks through faded outlines. Proud, ancient Romanesque architecture surrounds you, and the city feels no more palpable than that of a summer dream. Bergamo, Italy is located in the Lombardy region, northeast of the Italian city Milan. Deemed a treasure in Northern Italy, Bergamo is divided into two centers: the Alta (upper) city and the Bassa (lower) cities, loosely connected by funicular and walking trails. From its cobblestone streets to its Venetian walls, Bergamo is an ancient Italian paradise with many historic sights to be explored, such as Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore and the grand Cappella Colleoni. Breathtaking views, fine dining, high-tier boutiques and shops - it is no wonder that this beguiling city attracts tourists from all walks of life. Whether you look to explores it fine art museums or simply lounge languidly about a cafe, Bergamo is a city that can bring both divert and delight!
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco, The Best 2-Week Tours from Rome, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMerzouga $24Bergamo $218
The average daily cost (per person) in Merzouga is $24, while the average daily cost in Bergamo is $218. 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 Merzouga and Bergamo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMerzouga $11Bergamo $98
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMerzouga $22Bergamo $196
Compare Hotels in Merzouga and Bergamo
Looking for a hotel in Merzouga or Bergamo? 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: Merzouga Hotel Prices and Bergamo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Merzouga -Bergamo $38
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bergamo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bergamo:
- Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY): Transfer to/from Milan Center: $12
- Bergamo Airport (BGY) to Bergamo - Arrival Private Transfer: $87
- Bergamo to Bergamo Airport (BGY) - Departure Private Transfer: $87
- Bergamo Airport (BGY) to Milan - Arrival Private Transfer: $171
- Bergamo Airport (BGY) to Bergamo hotels -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $174
- Varenna hotels to Milan hotels - Private Transfer : $175
- Bergamo to Malpensa Milan Airport MXP Departure Private Transfer: $200
- Private Transfer up to 8 pax from Bergamo Airport BGY to Milan: $203
- Orio al Serio: Private Airport Transfer To/From City Centre: $233
- Transfer from Bergamo Airport to Koper: $280
- Small-Group Transfer from Bergamo Airport to Trieste: $293
- Orio: Private Airport Transfer XL To/From Milan City Centre: $350
Is it cheaper to fly into Merzouga or Bergamo?
Prices for flights to both Bergamo and Merzouga 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 dayMerzouga $11Bergamo $86
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Merzouga
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Merzouga.
- Exclusive Merzouga Desert Safari: Camel Ride, Sandsurf & Dinner: $47
- From 1 Night in the luxury camp. Camel ride and dinner: $60
- Cooking class in Merzouga Make Berber Madfouna in Sand: $60
- Merzouga Luxury AC Camp: Camel Ride, Dinner & breakfast: $66
- Sunset With Dinner And Berber Music in Merzouga Desert With 4WD : $66
- Private Trip By Jeep In Merzouga Desert, Lunch with Berber Pizza: $90
- Magical Dinner and Camel Trek with 1 Night In Merzouga Luxury Desert Camp: $105
- 2 Nights Private Camp in Merzouga with Dinner and Camel Ride: $200
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bergamo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bergamo.
- Authentic Taste at the Table Family Recipes Cooking Class: $92
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Cernusco sul Naviglio with Show Cooking: $101
- Dining experience at a local's home in Ranica with cooking demo: $101
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Cantù with Show Cooking: $101
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Fino Mornasco with Show Cooking: $101
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Lomello with Show Cooking: $101
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Endine Gaiano with Show Cooking: $101
- Full meal Food Tour with Local Delights by Do Eat Better: $109
- Dining experience at a local's home in Bergamo with show cooking: $125
- Pizza course and tasting on Lake Maggiore: $125
- Private cooking class at a Cesarina's home with tasting in Bergamo: $154
- Cesarine: Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Varenna: $173
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Merzouga -Bergamo $39
Tours and Activities in Merzouga
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Merzouga are as follows:
- Merzouga Quad and Buggy Desert Tour: $40
- ATV Quad bikes experience & sandboarding : $41
- Merzouga Jeep Tour with or without local lunch: $42
- Merzouga 4x4 Desert Excursion - Sahara 4WD Adventure: $45
- 4WD Desert tour Adventure Experience: $45
- Merzouga 4x4 Tour Excursion Around Erg Chebbi Dunes: $47
- Ultimate Desert Adventure – Quads, Buggies, Motorcycles & Camels!: $47
- Merzouga Explorer Tour: Desert Life, Nomads and Gnawa Music: $48
- Merzouga Desert Excursion - Sahara 4x4 Adventure: $48
- Merzouga Desert Quad bike Adventure with Sand boarding: $48
- Sahara Desert Quad & Buggy Adventure in Merzouga: $48
- Sanding Ball in Experience the sand dunes on a zorbing activity: $54
Tours and Activities in Bergamo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bergamo are as follows:
- Bergamo Old Town Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $5.00
- Atalanta The Hero Quest Experience: $5.95
- Monte Isola Walking tour with audio and written guide by a local: $7.16
- Digital guide made by a local for your walking tour: $8.35
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Bergamo: $9.53
- Self Guided Audio tour of Bergamo: $9.99
- Ticket for Parco Ittico Paradiso at Zelo Buon Persico: $14
- Walking tour in an ancient private tower house in the historic center of Bergamo: $24
- Villa Monastero Museum and Gardens Entry Ticket: $25
- Children Daily Ticket for Adventure Park in Gravedona: $36
- Guided tour of the upper city of Bergamo with French-speaking guide: $39
- Valtenesi Wine Experience: $47
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMerzouga -Bergamo $27
Sample the Local Flavors in Bergamo
Also in Bergamo, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Panoramic wine tasting in Oltrepò Pavese: $18
- Wine Tasting and Winery Tour of Oltrepò Pavese Tradition: $37
- Lake Como Cheese and wine tasting in Valsassina: $51
- E-Bike Tour with Wine Tasting from Salò: $101
- Delightful Deluxe Cheese and Wine Tasting from Lake Como : $143
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Merzouga and Bergamo, we can see that Bergamo is more expensive. And not only is Merzouga much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Merzouga is in Africa and Bergamo 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 Merzouga would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Merzouga 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 Bergamo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bergamo than you might in Merzouga.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Merzouga Expensive? and Is Bergamo Expensive?.
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.