Which place is cheaper, Braga 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 Braga?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Merzouga or Braga, 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 Braga?
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.
Braga
Located in the Cavado Valley of Northern Portugal, Braga is a medium sized city with both historical and modern characteristics. There is a university in town, known as Universidade do Minho, which gives the city a young feel with a lot of life. There are also many bars, clubs, and activities around to keep you entertained.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Porto, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMerzouga $24Braga $166
The average daily cost (per person) in Merzouga is $24, while the average daily cost in Braga is $166. 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 Braga in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMerzouga $11Braga $63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMerzouga $22Braga $126
Compare Hotels in Merzouga and Braga
Looking for a hotel in Merzouga or Braga? 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 Braga Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Merzouga -Braga $24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Braga
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Braga:
- Esposende Private Transfer to Porto: $45
- Braga Private Transfer to Porto: $60
- Private Sedan Transfer from Braga or Guimaraes City to Porto City: $66
Is it cheaper to fly into Merzouga or Braga?
Prices for flights to both Braga 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 $11Braga $82
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 Braga
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Braga.
- Authentic Braga Food Tour with Lunch & Local Guide 3 Hours: $106
- Local Heritage Food Tour Gastronomy and Culture of Viana: $154
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Merzouga -Braga $18
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 Braga
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Braga are as follows:
- Braga Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $3.59
- Braga Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tourer Hunt: $4.49
- Medieval Guimarães and Legends Exploration Game and Tour: $7.15
- Roman Heritage of Self-Guided Puzzle Adventure: $7.16
- Guimaraes Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $8.98
- High Ropes Adventure at Bravaes Kayak Park: $18
- A Guimarães Hidden Gems Walking Tour Experience : $24
- Tree and Slide Adventure in Lamas de Mouro at PNPG: $26
- Private Stand Up Paddle Experience in Vila do Conde: $38
- Guimarães Old Town Private Walking Tour: $59
- Small-Group Braga Half-Day Tour with Bom Jesus Sanctuary: $70
- E-Bike Tour: $72
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMerzouga -Braga $25
Sample the Local Flavors in Braga
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Braga:
- Customized Wine Tasting: Your Choices: $30
- Wine Tasting & Lunch | Quinta de Santa Cristina Vinho Verde: $62
- Wine tour at Mosteiro de Tibães with an exclusive wine tasting: $66
- Tour of the Green Wine villages and wine tasting.: $119
- Green Wine Ponte Lima Region-Small Group tour-Lunch,Wine Tastings: $161
- Private Culture and Wine Tourism Tour: $245
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Merzouga and Braga, we can see that Braga 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 Braga 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 Braga would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Braga 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 Braga 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.