Which place is cheaper, Sibenik 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 Sibenik?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Merzouga or Sibenik, 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 Sibenik?
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.
Sibenik
Sibenik is a city on the Adriatic coast of Croatia. It's known as a gateway to the Kornati Islands. The 15th-century stone Cathedral of St. James is decorated with 71 sculpted faces. Nearby, the Sibenik City Museum, in the 14th-century Prince's Palace, has exhibits ranging from prehistory to the present. The white stone St. Michael's Fortress has an open-air theater, with views of Sibenik Bay and neighboring islands. The city's magnificent medieval heart, gleaming white against the placid waters of the bay is enough to excite any traveler, and you won't be disappointed with your trip here. The stone labyrinth of steep backstreets and alleys are a joy to explore. Sibenik is also an important access point for Krka National Park and the Kornati Islands.
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 Dubrovnik, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Dubrovnik.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMerzouga $24Sibenik $135
The average daily cost (per person) in Merzouga is $24, while the average daily cost in Sibenik is $135. 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 Sibenik in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMerzouga $11Sibenik $64
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMerzouga $22Sibenik $128
Compare Hotels in Merzouga and Sibenik
Looking for a hotel in Merzouga or Sibenik? 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 Sibenik Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Merzouga -Sibenik $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sibenik
Also for Sibenik, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Vodice to Split Airport (SPU): $105
- Šibenik to Zadar Airport Private Transfer: $233
- Private Transfer from Sibenik to Dubrovnik, English-speaking local driver: $282
Is it cheaper to fly into Merzouga or Sibenik?
Prices for flights to both Sibenik 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 $11Sibenik $59
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Merzouga -Sibenik $14
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 Sibenik
For Sibenik, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- King Krešimir’s Old Town: A Self-Guided Šibenik Walking Tour: $12
- Etnoland MULTIMEDIA EXPERIENCE: $24
- Fortresses Sightseeing Eco City Tour Šibenik: $30
- Daily or night walking tour through Medieval Šibenik: $30
- Panorama Tour - Eco City Tour Šibenik: $30
- Sibenik Old Town Private Walking Tour Experience: $54
- Private Sibenik Walking Historical Morning or Evening Tour: $54
- Private Walking Tour in Sibenik: $57
- Šibenik Panorama and 3 Fortresses tour -entrance fees included: $70
- Via Ferrata tour - Čikola Canyon: $81
- Kornati island National Park & Telascica Nature Park Boat Tour from Vodice: $94
- Šibenik Riviera boat tour: Zlarin + Prvić + Tijat: $143
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMerzouga -Sibenik $19
Sample the Local Flavors in Sibenik
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Sibenik:
- Šibenik: 3 fortresses; City&wine tour; tasting and all fees inc: $106
- Private Krka Waterfalls Tour with Wine Tasting from Sibenik: $233
- From Split or Trogir: Krka National Park & Wine Tasting Tour: $1,170
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Merzouga and Sibenik, we can see that Sibenik 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 Sibenik 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 Sibenik would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sibenik 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 Sibenik 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.