Which place is cheaper, Zagora or Toledo?
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 Toledo or Zagora?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Toledo or Zagora, 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: Toledo or Zagora?
Toledo
Set upon a hill above the plains of Castilla-La Mancha in central Spain lies the ancient city of Toledo. Its intricate architecture is only enriched by its profound historical background, spurring tourists from all over the world to gaze at and study the story of Toledo. It has been given many names throughout its history, including the "Imperial City" for being the main venue for Charles V, Holy Roman Empire, as well as the "City of the Three Cultures" for its historical co-existence of Christians, Muslims, and Jews. In 1986, UNESCO named Toledo a World Heritage Site due to the plethora of extensive cultural and monumental heritages. You will find that though an old city, it is just buzzing to life with things to do and places to see!
Zagora
A small town in southern Morocco, Zagora is a popular base camp for excursions on foot, by camel, or four wheel drive vehicles into the surrounding desert. One of the most famous and historic treks is the ancient caravan route to Timbuktu, marked by a famous sign at the end of town - indicating a journey of "52 days" by camel.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Spain, The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco, and The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayToledo €152Zagora €56
The average daily cost (per person) in Toledo is €152, while the average daily cost in Zagora is €56. 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 Toledo and Zagora in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personToledo €66Zagora €34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomToledo €132Zagora €68
Compare Hotels in Toledo and Zagora
Looking for a hotel in Toledo or Zagora? 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: Toledo Hotel Prices and Zagora Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Toledo €20Zagora €1.35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toledo
Also for Toledo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Toledo to Madrid City Airport: $286
Is it cheaper to fly into Toledo or Zagora?
Prices for flights to both Zagora and Toledo 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 dayToledo €68Zagora €21
Typical Food Prices in Toledo
For Toledo, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch€11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zagora
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zagora.
- Morocco Cooking Class Tour with local market visit : $39
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Toledo €30Zagora €2.69
Tours and Activities in Toledo
For Toledo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Toledo Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $4.15
- The City of Three Cultures: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Toledo: $7.99
- Toledo Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $8.32
- Underground Guided Tour with Entry Ticket: $9.98
- Tour of the Inquisition and Witchcraft in Toledo: $9.98
- Tour Nocturno de Leyendas y Misterios con Subterráneo: $11
- Guided tour of the Toledo Cathedral (Input no included): $11
- Toledo Ghost Tour: haunted houses and strange events: $11
- Legends and Mysteries Night Tour with Underground: $11
- Guided English walking tour to the monuments of Toledo: $12
- Toledo Tour Complete with Patio-House Palace: $12
- Three Cultures English Tour: $12
Tours and Activities in Zagora
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Zagora are as follows:
- 2 days tour from Zagora to Erg Chegaga: $149
- Private Day Camel Trekking Tour in Draa Valley from Zagora: $235
- Zagora to Erg chigaga desert tour & 4x4 (All-inclusive) 2-Days: $179
- Zagora to Erg chigaga desert tour & 4x4 and camel ride : $191
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayToledo €19Zagora -
Sample the Local Flavors in Toledo
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Toledo:
- Convent Route with Marzipan and Wine Tasting: $21
- Convent Tour with Marzipan and Wine Tasting in Toledo: $21
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Toledo and Zagora, we can see that Toledo is more expensive. And not only is Zagora much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Toledo is in Europe and Zagora is in Africa, 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 Zagora would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Zagora 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 Toledo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Toledo than you might in Zagora.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Toledo Expensive? and Is Zagora Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Toledo or Zagora?
Toledo has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Zagora. When comparing the sizes of Toledo and Zagora, 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.