A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Zagora vs. Naples for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Zagora or Naples?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Zagora or Naples? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Zagora or Naples?

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.

Naples

Naples is the most populous city in southern Italy. The city sits against the Bay of Naples, and is in close proximity to Mount Vesuvius, which is most famous for its eruption in 79 AD which destroyed the communities of Pompeii and Herculaneum.

Naples has a wonderfully sunny, Mediterranean climate, some great beaches, and beautiful architecture. The historic city center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and because city officials have established strict building codes there is almost no condo style development along the coast. This helps Naples to maintain its authentic and historic atmosphere.

Many people love Naples for its history and authenticity, while others complain that it is noisy, crowded, and dirty. You can visibly see that the poverty in Southern Italy is higher than in the northern part of the country. Traffic is also chaotic, but what some travelers consider flaws, others see as benefits. Nobody can deny that Naples is truly an authentic Italian city. It has some of the country's best food and wine, the weather is ideal, and the prices are far cheaper than the northern regions. It has a large number of attractions in the form of museums and galleries, and there are some of the world's best ruins in nearby Pompeii and Herculaneum.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco, The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Italy, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Italy.


Which place is cheaper, Naples or Zagora?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Zagora is $66, while the average daily cost in Naples is $185. 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 Zagora and Naples in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Zagora $40
    Naples $77
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Zagora $80
    Naples $154
Compare Hotels in Zagora and Naples

Looking for a hotel in Zagora or Naples? 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.

Hotels in Zagora


Hotels in Naples


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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: Zagora Hotel Prices and Naples Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Zagora $1.58
    Naples $25

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Naples

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Naples:


  • Subway Ticket
    $1.41
  • Alibus From Airport
    $3.52
  • Short Taxi Ride
    $8.61
  • Train to Pompeii
    $3.75
  • Taxi
    $18

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Naples

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Naples:

  • Naples Cruise Port to Central Naples Arrival Transfer: $28
  • Naples Airport Private Departure Transfer: $32
  • Ferry Transfers Between Naples and Capri: $36
  • Tramvia Napoli: Transfer to Herculaneum Ruins + Vesuvius: $42
  • Naples Airport (NAP) to Naples hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $44
  • Shared Transfer from Naples Airport to Sorrento: $45
  • Napoli Airport (NAP) to Napoli Hotel or Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $48
  • Naples Airport to Naples center transfer (or vice versa): $48
  • Private transfer from Naples Airport to city centre: $56
  • Private Transfer Napoli Hotels or Port to Napoli Airport (NAP): $57
  • transfer from Naples Airport to the Port of Naples: $60
  • Private Transfer From or To Pompeii: $60

Is it cheaper to fly into Zagora or Naples?

Prices for flights to both Naples and Zagora 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Zagora $25
    Naples $81

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

Typical Food Prices in Naples

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Naples:


  • Casual Lunch (for Two)
    $33
  • Three Course Dinner (for Two)
    $57
  • Napoli Pizza
    $8.49
  • Dinner
    $29

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Naples

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Naples.

  • Naples Pizza Origins Exploration Game and Foodie Tour: $5.96
  • Naples Street Eats : Authentic Walking Food Tour Experience: $45
  • Naples Street Food Tour with a Native & Top Rated Expert: $45
  • Naples Street Food Tour and Guided Sightseeing with Local Expert: $45
  • Authentic pizza making class with free pizza and limoncello : $48
  • Tasty Naples Street Food Tour of MustEat Gourmet Specialties and MustSee Sites: $50
  • Eating Naples Street Food Tour with Guided Tasting and Sightseeing: $50
  • Naples Street Food Tour: Discover Local Flavors with Expert Guide: $50
  • Authentic Naples Street Food Tour With Local Expert Guide : $50
  • Eat and Visit Naples City Street Food Tour with Local Expert: $50
  • Naples Pizza Class: Learn, Bake & Eat the Authentic Pizza Taste: $55
  • Authentic Margherita Pizza Making Class in Naples: $59

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Zagora $3.16
    Naples $35

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
  • Zagora to Erg chigaga desert tour & 4x4 (All-inclusive) 2-Days: $179
  • Zagora to Erg chigaga desert tour & 4x4 and camel ride : $191
  • Private Day Camel Trekking Tour in Draa Valley from Zagora: $235

Typical Entertainment Prices in Naples

Here are a few typical costs in Naples for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Museo Archeologico Nazionale Entrance
    $11
  • Castelnuovo Museum Entrance
    $5.87
  • Entrance to Pompeii
    $13

Tours and Activities in Naples

Here are a few actual costs in Naples for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Naples Interactive City Tour: $8.36
  • Naples Saint Elmo's Castle Skip the Line Entry Ticket: $8.96
  • Naples from Ancient Greece to today: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.99
  • Castel Sant'Elmo Naples Entry Ticket: $13
  • Naples Underground Official Skip-the-line Ticket: $18
  • Tour Journey into the historical Neapolitan glove factory: $18
  • Campano Amphitheatre Entry Ticket: $20
  • Naples Historic Center 3D Walking Tour: $22
  • Naples Historical and Street Art Walking Tour: $23
  • Escape Tour Naples Self-Guided City Game Find the Secret Exit: $24
  • Napulitanata: Traditional Neapolitan Music Concert Ticket: $24
  • Mount Vesuvius Skip-the-Line Ticket and Audio Guide: $24

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Zagora -
    Naples $25

Typical Alcohol Prices in Naples

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Naples:


  • Beer
    $4.81
  • Beer
    $4.69

Sample the Local Flavors in Naples

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Naples:

  • Napoli Pub Crawl in the Old Town: $18
  • Vesuvius wine tasting with company tour: $35
  • Visit to the Cellar and Wine Tasting on Astroni Crater: $48
  • Regional food and wine tasting: $59
  • Guided, FUN Wine Tasting with Trivia Games, Napoli: $78
  • Guided Wine Tour in Old Town Napoli: $100
  • Naples by Night Food and Wine Tasting with Sightseeing Guided Tour: $106
  • Scenic Wine Tasting & Lunch on the Slopes of Vesuvius from Naples: $108
  • Wine Tasting - Tour and Tasting in Vesuvius Winemaker: $108
  • Pompeii Tour, Lunch and Vesuvius Wine Tasting: $137
  • Vesuvius Wine Tasting Tour with Typical Lunch on the Slopes: $143
  • Tour of Mt Vesuvius and Pompeii w/ Lunch & Wine tasting: $145


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Zagora and Naples, we can see that Naples is more expensive. And not only is Zagora much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Zagora is in Africa and Naples 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 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 Naples would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Naples 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 Zagora Expensive? and Is Naples Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Zagora or Naples?

Naples has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Zagora. When comparing the sizes of Zagora and Naples, 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.