Which place is cheaper, Positano or Zagora?
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 Zagora or Positano?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Zagora or Positano? 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 Positano?
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.
Positano
Located on the Amalfi Coast in Campania, Italy, Positano is a very scenic town that offers spectacular coastal views. The town sits on the edge of a hill and flows down toward the sea. Because of its dramatic beauty, Positano attracts thousands of visitors year around.
The town dates back to medieval times when it was a port for the Amalfi Republic. It thrived throughout the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries but by the mid-nineteenth century its prosperity was falling. During those times more than half of the population left, migrating predominantly to America. During the 1950s the town gained popularity as a tourist destination, in part because of John Steinbeck's essay about the area in Harper's Bazaar (May, 1953).
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco, The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Italy, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Italy.
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Zagora Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayZagora $66Positano $306
The average daily cost (per person) in Zagora is $66, while the average daily cost in Positano is $306. 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 Positano in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZagora $40Positano $173
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZagora $80Positano $346
Compare Hotels in Zagora and Positano
Looking for a hotel in Zagora or Positano? 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: Zagora Hotel Prices and Positano Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zagora $1.58Positano $9.07
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Positano
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Positano:
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Bus Ticket$1.88
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Positano
Also for Positano, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Positano to Sorrento - Departure Private Transfer: $92
- Transfer Naples to Positano (stop Pompeii option) or vice versa: $119
- private transfer from POSITANO to NAPLES: $119
- Private Transfer from Positano to Naples: $120
- Private transfer from Positano to Naples by the scenic coast: $120
- private transfer from Positano to Naples or reverse: $120
- Positano to Napoli Airport (NAP) - Departure Private Transfer: $125
- Private transfer from Positano to Naples: $133
- Private transfer Positano to Naples: $133
- Private transfer from Positano to Naples : $137
- Private Transfer from Naples to Furore or Agerola (or vice versa): $143
- Private Transfer from Positano to Naples : $143
Is it cheaper to fly into Zagora or Positano?
Prices for flights to both Positano 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
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Food Meals for one dayZagora $25Positano $107
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 Positano
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Positano:
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)$36
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Pizza in a Restaurant$11
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Sandwich in a Restaurant$14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Positano
For Positano, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Gastronomical Amalfi Coast Hike with Cooking Class: $61
- Cooking class with Pasta, mozzarella and Tiramisu with wine: $80
- Cooking lesson: tagliatelle, mozzarella and tiramisu: $84
- Pizza Class in Sorrento Peninsula with Breathtaking View: $88
- Amalfi Coast Cooking Class: Make Pasta, Mozzarella & Tiramisu: $90
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Sant'Agnello with Show Cooking: $102
- Sorrento: Gluten Free Cooking Class: $108
- Cooking Class in Sorrento with Breathtaking View: $120
- 3 Hours Sorrento Cooking Class in Sorrento Coast with Pickup: $155
- Mediterranean Dinner in Positano at Nonna Colomba's Cellar: $161
- Pizza e Tiramisù class with local mum in Positano: $179
- Small-Group Cooking Class in Gnocchi, Tiramisù & Drinks: $179
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Zagora $3.16Positano $71
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Positano
For Positano, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Chair & Umbrella at Spiaggia Grande$20
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Day Trip of Capri & Amalfi$94
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Sunset Cruise$28
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Full Day Wine Tour$114
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Cooking Class$76
Tours and Activities in Positano
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Positano.
- Positano Walking tour: $72
- Positano Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $72
- Hiking the Path of the Gods with Enzo: Amalfi Coast Adventure: $73
- Shared Sunset Cruise from Positano with Drinks & Snacks 1.5-Hour : $77
- Sunset Group Boat Tour along the Amalfi Coast with Prosecco wine: $84
- Small Group Tour to Positano by Boat at Sunset: $84
- Small Group Tour in Positano by Boat at Sunset with Prosecco : $114
- Kayak tour in Positano: $118
- Positano Swim Experience with Lifeguard: $119
- Amalfi Coast Small Group Cruise with stop at the Emerald Grotto : $125
- Pompeii Herculaneum small group tour skip the line ex AmalfiCoast: $125
- Pompeii ruins skip the line tour: $153
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayZagora -Positano $18
Typical Alcohol Prices in Positano
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Positano:
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Bottle of Limoncello$18
Sample the Local Flavors in Positano
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Positano:
- Organic Wine Tasting, Mozzarella, Gnocchi & Tiramisu Workshop: $78
- Amalfi Coast: Make Handmade Pasta, Tiramisu and Wine Tasting: $81
- 5 Wine Tastings with Typical Products in Sorrento Coast: $84
- Pompeii Tour with Lunch and Wine Tasting from Positano: $271
- Pompeii Excavations Tour-Wine Tasting with Lunch from Positano: $274
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Zagora and Positano, we can see that Positano 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 Positano 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 Positano would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Positano 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 Positano Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Zagora or Positano?
Zagora has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Positano. When comparing the sizes of Zagora and Positano, 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.