Which place is cheaper, Volterra or Ouarzazate?
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 Ouarzazate or Volterra?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Ouarzazate and Volterra can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Ouarzazate or Volterra?
Ouarzazate
Morocco can be quite an energetic country, but if you're looking for more of a quiet getaway, consider Ouarzazate. Small by Moroccan standards, this town is built up mostly around a main street – the Avenue Mohammad V. Ouarzazate. The name "Ouarzazate" comes from the Berber language meaning "without noise" or "without confusion." It was once a crossroad for a African traders traveling to northern cities in Morocco and Europe. Today, Ouarzazate is the largest town in the Moroccan Sahara, and its central location serves as a good home base touring the rest of Morocco.
Volterra
Located in Tuscany, Volterra has an interesting history and impressive sights for travelers who want to see more of the Tuscan region than the popular city of Florence. The town was originally a Neolithic settlement and is believed to have been continuously inhabited since the end of the 8th century BC. It was a bishop's residence during the 5th century and then an episcopal power during the 12th century. It was later conquered by the Florentines but opposition to their rule led to much rebellion.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Morocco, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Italy, and The Best Walking Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOuarzazate $60Volterra $149
The average daily cost (per person) in Ouarzazate is $60, while the average daily cost in Volterra is $149. 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 Ouarzazate and Volterra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOuarzazate $24Volterra $71
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOuarzazate $48Volterra $142
Compare Hotels in Ouarzazate and Volterra
Looking for a hotel in Ouarzazate or Volterra? 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: Ouarzazate Hotel Prices and Volterra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ouarzazate $3.76Volterra $5.03
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ouarzazate
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Ouarzazate are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$2.21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ouarzazate
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ouarzazate:
- "Ouarzazate to Marrakech: Your Comfortable Private Transfer": $115
- Ouarzazate Airport Transfer: $30
- Private Ouarzazate Airport Transfer: $30
Is it cheaper to fly into Ouarzazate or Volterra?
Prices for flights to both Volterra and Ouarzazate 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 dayOuarzazate $31Volterra $72
Typical Food Prices in Ouarzazate
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ouarzazate:
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Dinner for Two$12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ouarzazate
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ouarzazate.
- Private Berber Cooking Class at Fint Oasis with Lunch: $48
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Volterra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Volterra.
- Dinner at the Farm: $79
- Romantic Dinner and Wine Tasting in San Gimignano Winery : $89
- Volterra - Olive oil tasting with lunch or dinner: $124
- Pizza Cooking Class in a tuscan farmhouse: $124
- Fresh Pasta Cooking Class at a Tuscan Farmhouse: $124
- Tuscan cooking class with fresh pasta, lunch and wine: $143
- San Gimignano Romantic Dinner in the Vineyards : $149
- Tuscan Cooking Class: $149
- Authentic Pizza-Making Class in Chianti Countryside: $178
- Fiorentina Steak Dinner & Wine Tasting: $179
- Home made Pasta Cooking Class in Tuscany: $179
- Authentic Tuscan Cooking Class & Winery Tour in San Gimignano: $190
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ouarzazate $12Volterra $13
Tours and Activities in Ouarzazate
Here are a few actual costs in Ouarzazate for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Ait-Ben-Haddou - City Tour: $24
- 1 Hour Horse Riding Adventure in Ait Ben Haddou: $26
- Ouzoud Waterfall Day Tour from Marrakech: $32
- Private half-day mountain bike tour discover Palmeraie Skoura: $33
- Royal Private Tour of Ksar Ait Ben Haddou: $42
- Guided tour of the Palmerie de Skoura by electric mountain bike : $54
- Private Quad Experience in the Ouarzazate Desert: $54
- Marrakech Palm Grove 2-Hour Quad Biking Adventure.: $54
- Marrakech Half-Day Guided City Tour : $72
- Private One Day Tour AIT BENHADDOU and TELOUET via Ouarzazate: $119
- 3 Days Group Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert: $119
- Private Full-Day Tour of Ouarzazate and Oasis Fint: $173
Tours and Activities in Volterra
Here are a few actual costs in Volterra for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- San Gimignano Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $8.34
- Cesani Wine Experience: $36
- Winery Tour with Tastings and Panoramic Views: $41
- Winery Guided Tour and Experience with Tasting: $57
- San Gimignano: Guided winery tour and picnic in the olive trees: $60
- Private Wine, Evo Oil, Balsamic Vinegar Experience & Meal: $66
- Cocktail Mixing Experience with finger food: $83
- Tuscany: Volterra Truffle Hunting Experience: $89
- Tuscan Lunch & Winery Tour with Tasting in San Gimignano: $94
- Chianti and Castle Small Group Tour from San Gimignano: $101
- Private Tour in San Gimignano: $167
- Piazza dei Priori & Cathedral Private Walking Tour: $177
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOuarzazate -Volterra $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Volterra
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Volterra:
- Wine Tasting "Santa Chiara": $30
- Wine tasting in San Gimignano: $36
- Wine Tasting in Historic Open-Lounge room: $42
- Casa Emma Wine Tasting : $42
- Visit Best Wineries in Tuscany - Wine Tasting & Tour: $47
- San Gimignano: Vineyard and Cellar Tour with Wine Tasting: $54
- Superior Wine Tasting in San Gimignano: $57
- Vineyard visit with local appetisers and wine tasting: $62
- Lunch with Wine Tasting: $66
- "Gourmet" Wine Tasting at Cesani's: $72
- Wine Tour with Lunch and Wine Tasting: $78
- 5 Wine Tastings in San Gimignano: $78
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ouarzazate and Volterra, we can see that Volterra is more expensive. And not only is Ouarzazate much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ouarzazate is in Africa and Volterra 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 Ouarzazate would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ouarzazate 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 Volterra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Volterra than you might in Ouarzazate.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ouarzazate Expensive? and Is Volterra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ouarzazate or Volterra?
Ouarzazate has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Volterra. When comparing the sizes of Ouarzazate and Volterra, 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.
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.