Which place is cheaper, Genoa 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 Genoa?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Merzouga or Genoa, 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 Genoa?
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.
Genoa
Located on the coast of northwest Italy, Genoa is a port city and capital of the Liguria region. With a long history as a rich and powerful trade center, Genoa's past of many centuries is still visible in its old port, stunning architecture, and charming alleyways. A traveler can spend days walking along seaside villas, admiring towering churches, and shopping the boutiques of the city. Genoa is also the birthplace of Christopher Columbus, featuring what is thought to be his birth home and many other quaint abodes.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMerzouga $24Genoa $221
The average daily cost (per person) in Merzouga is $24, while the average daily cost in Genoa is $221. 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 Genoa in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMerzouga $11Genoa $102
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMerzouga $22Genoa $204
Compare Hotels in Merzouga and Genoa
Looking for a hotel in Merzouga or Genoa? 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 Genoa Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Merzouga -Genoa $9.90
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Genoa
Also for Genoa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Genoa city to Genoa Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $63
- Genoa Cruise Port to Genoa city - Arrival Private Transfer: $63
- Genoa to Genoa Airport (GOA) - Departure Private Transfer: $66
- Private Transfer from Genoa Hotels to Genoa Cruise Port: $71
- Minivan Transfer from Genoa Port to Genoa, Savona or Portofino: $73
- From Genova: Portofino Return Transfer by Open-Top Bus: $76
- Genoa Private one way Transfer from/to Airport to/from hotel: $89
- Private Transfer from/to Genoa to/from Portofino: $134
- Genoa Airport (GOA) to Portofino - Arrival Private Transfer: $143
- Savona Port to Genoa Airport (GOA) - Departure Private Transfer: $166
- Genoa hotels to Savona Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $166
- Savona Cruise Port to Genoa airport (GOA) - Departure Private Transfer: $166
Is it cheaper to fly into Merzouga or Genoa?
Prices for flights to both Genoa 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 $11Genoa $106
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 Genoa
For Genoa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Genoa Street Food Tour with a Local: $48
- Taste A Full Meal Walking Food Tour by Do Eat Better: $59
- Traditional Food Tour with Drinks: $67
- Guided Food Tour with Wine Tastings in Genoa: $69
- Guided Food Tour with Wine Tastings in Genoa: $71
- Genoa Old town Food Tour: $80
- Itinerant dinner in the old town: $83
- Santa Margherita Ligure Food Tour Tastes of the Italian Riviera: $83
- Genoese cooking lesson in the with lunch in the terrace: $83
- Santa Margherita: Food Tour, flavors of the Ligurian Riviera: $93
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Chiavari with Show Cooking: $102
- Cesarine: Dining & Cooking Demo at Local's Home in Genoa: $102
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Merzouga -Genoa $23
Tours and Activities in Merzouga
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Merzouga are as follows:
- 3 hour Jeep Tour in Merzouga Desert : $119
- Overnight Sahara Tours luxury camp : $72
- Private Desert Tour and Visit to Nomadic Families: $108
- 1 Hour Merzouga Buggy Desert Tour: $143
- 1 Hour Merzouga Desert Buggy Experience: $153
- 1 Night Camel Trekking Tour in Merzouga Desert Camp : $66
- 1 hour Quad in the Sahara: Merzouga Off Roading Experience: Nature & Wildlife: $82
- 2 days tour in Merzouga Erg Chabbi with 4WD Jeep and Camel Treck : $179
- 2 hours Merzouga Dunes ATV Rental - Desert Quad Biking Tour: $116
- 2-Days Merzouga tour from Errachidia: $200
- 2-Night Desert Camp Experience with Jeep Tour in Merzouga: $140
- 3 Days Tour From Marrakech To Sahara Desert Of Merzouga: $118
Tours and Activities in Genoa
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Genoa.
- Lighthouse Entrance Ticket: $11
- Historic Guided Tour of Christopher Columbus' House: $12
- Villa Durazzo Pallavicini Park Entry Ticket: $13
- The City of Children and Young Museum Entry Ticket: $14
- Guided Tour of Rolli Palaces UNESCO Site, Genoa: $16
- Historic Shops in Tour Through Tradition and Flavours: $16
- 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of the Historical Center: $16
- Villa del Principe Museum Ticket: $18
- Genoa–Sori: Italian Lesson & Guided Liguria Tour: $18
- sunset cruise to admire the city with live music: $18
- Impossible Museum Entry Ticket: $19
- Half-Day Tour to San Fruttuoso: $27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMerzouga -Genoa $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Genoa
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Genoa:
- Easy Wine Tasting in Genoa City Center: $34
- Wine Tasting near the Aquarium of Genoa: $48
- Wine Tasting with Pesto, Focaccia Near Columbus House: $51
- Wine Tasting Near The Cruise: the best Italian wine: $57
- Wine Tasting in Genoa Near the Cruise: “the Best Italian Wine”: $59
- Genoa Food, Wine Tasting & History Walking Tour: $64
- Food and Wine Tasting Walking Tour: $69
- Genoa Walnut Sauce Experience with Mortar and Wine Tasting: $94
- CAMOGLI: PRIVATE Ligurian Wine Tasting Experience and walking on National Park: $162
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Merzouga and Genoa, we can see that Genoa 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 Genoa 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 Genoa would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Genoa 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 Genoa 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.