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Himachal Pradesh, India

How much does it cost to travel to Himachal Pradesh?

You should plan to spend around $28 (₨2,342) per day on your vacation in Himachal Pradesh. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.

Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:

  • $7.08 (₨592) on meals
  • $3.83 (₨320) on local transportation
  • $36 (₨2,968) on hotels

A one week trip to Himachal Pradesh for two people costs, on average, $392 (₨32,783). This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.

  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    $28
    2,342
  • One Week Per person
    $196
    16,392
  • 2 Weeks Per person
    $392
    32,783
  • One Month Per person
    $840
    70,250
  • One Week For a couple
    $392
    32,783
  • 2 Weeks For a couple
    $784
    65,566
  • One Month For a couple
    $1,681
    140,499
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How much does a one week, two week, or one month trip to Himachal Pradesh cost?

A one week trip to Himachal Pradesh usually costs around $196 (₨16,392) for one person and $392 (₨32,783) for two people. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

A two week trip to Himachal Pradesh on average costs around $392 (₨32,783) for one person and $784 (₨65,566) for two people. This cost includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

Please note, prices can vary based on your travel style, speed, and other variables. If you're traveling as a family of three or four people, the price per person often goes down because kid's tickets are cheaper and hotel rooms can be shared. If you travel slower over a longer period of time then your daily budget will also go down. Two people traveling together for one month in Himachal Pradesh will often have a lower daily budget per person than one person traveling alone for one week.

A one month trip to Himachal Pradesh on average costs around $840 (₨70,250) for one person and $1,681 (₨140,499) for two people. The more places you visit, the higher the daily price will become due to increased transportation costs.




Independent Travel

Traveling Independently to Himachal Pradesh has many benefits including affordabilty, freedom, flexibility, and the opportunity to control your own experiences.

All of the travel costs below are based on the experiences of other independent travelers.

Is Himachal Pradesh expensive to visit?

Himachal Pradesh is a very affordable place to visit. Located in India, which is a very affordable country, visitors will appreciate the lower prices of this destination. It is in the top 25% of cities in the country for its affordability. Budget travelers enjoy spending long periods of time exploring Himachal Pradesh in depth.

Within Asia, Himachal Pradesh is a very affordable destination compared to other places. It is in the top 10% of cities in Asia for its affordability. Very few cities in the region are as affordable as Himachal Pradesh.

For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Himachal Pradesh Expensive?

How much money do I need for a trip to Himachal Pradesh?

The average Himachal Pradesh trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Himachal Pradesh travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers.



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Category Cost
Accommodation 1 (Double Occupancy) 2,968 ($36)
Local Transportation 1 320 ($4)
Food 2 592 ($7)
Entertainment 1 372 ($4)
Alcohol 2 184 - 553 ($2 - 7)
Accommodation Budget in Himachal Pradesh
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

The average price paid for one person for accommodation in Himachal Pradesh is $18 (₨1,484). For two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room, the average price paid for a hotel room in Himachal Pradesh is $36 (₨2,968). This cost is from the reported spending of actual travelers.


  • Accommodation1 Hotel or hostel for one person
    $18
    1,484
  • Accommodation1 Typical double-occupancy room
    $36
    2,968

Hotel Prices in Himachal Pradesh

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Transportation Budget in Himachal Pradesh
Average Daily Costs

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  • The cost of a taxi ride in Himachal Pradesh is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $3.83 (₨320) per person, per day, on local transportation in Himachal Pradesh.


  • Transportation1 Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    $3.83
    320

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Flights to Himachal Pradesh
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Rental Cars in Himachal Pradesh
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Food Budget in Himachal Pradesh
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • While meal prices in Himachal Pradesh can vary, the average cost of food in Himachal Pradesh is $7.08 (₨592) per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Himachal Pradesh should cost around $2.83 (₨237) per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Himachal Pradesh is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.


  • Food2 Meals for one day
    $7.08
    592

Recommended


Entertainment Budget in Himachal Pradesh
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • Entertainment and activities in Himachal Pradesh typically cost an average of $4.45 (₨372) per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.


  • Entertainment1 Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    $4.45
    372

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Alcohol Budget in Himachal Pradesh
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • The average person spends about $4.41 (₨369) on alcoholic beverages in Himachal Pradesh per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.


  • Alcohol2 Drinks for one day
    $4.41
    369



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Himachal Pradesh On a Budget
Himachal Pradesh Himachal Pradesh
With a name that translates to "abode of snow," Himachal Pradesh is a state in north-western India with opportunities for experiencing the Himalaya mountain range. Visitors come to the region to experience the mountain scenery, engage in Tibetan culture, and learn about the region's ancient past.
Sights
With its close proximity to the Himalayas, the state of Himachal Pradesh is not lacking in striking mountain scenery with charming hills and valleys. Dalhousie, located in the western part of the state, is a hill station famed for such a backdrop. The area actually consists of five hills called Balun, Tehra, Kathlog, Patreyn, and Bakrota - all with churches and quaint colonial architecture. Kullu Valley is also known for its scenery, situated along the banks of the Beas River. Also known as "Vally of the Gods," Kullu is home to a number of ancient temples and festivals as well as a handicraft culture of woven wool products. Spiti Valley and Lahul Valley are also very scenic with rolling foothills and temples of their own.

There is plenty to see in the urban areas of the state as well. Shimla, the state capital, is best known for Jakhu Temple which offers mountain views from its location just above town. This temple, populated by monkeys, is said to be the place in the Ramayana where the monkey god, Hanuman, rested during his journey to the Himalaya Mountains. The Ridge offers another view over the city, and is also a hub for the cultural and social scene. Another popular center of activity is The Mall, which has shops, restaurants, bars, and more.
Regions
Himachel Pradesh is generally divided into twelve districts - Bilaspur, Chamba, Hamirpur, Kangra, Kinnaur, Kullu, Lahul and Spiti, Mandi, Sirmaur, Shimla, Solan, and Una. Its state capital is Shimla, a popular summer destination nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas. Other popular hubs include the small town of Bir for its Tibetan community and Buddhist monasteries, Dalhousie for its Victorian charm, Dharamsala as the home of the Dalai Lama and India's largest Tibetan communtity, and Manali as a hill station close to the mountains. Jogindernagar, Keylong, and Bilaspur are also well-visited locations in Himachel Pradesh as well as Sundernagar and Mandi.

Activities
At the base of the Himalayas, Himachal Pradesh is a popular base camp region for trekking, climbing, and skiing amidst the rugged terrain of the tallest mountains in the world. Visitors are also attracted to the region to learn about the Buddhist religion. There are many cultural and religious sites to visit, where anyone can attend worship or even classes about Buddhism. Some of the cities, like Dharamsala, offer lessons in the studies of yoga, meditation, healing practices, paragliding, cooking, and thangka painting. Many others also come to Dharamsala to meet, or at least see, the Dalai Lama. To meet "His Holiness" is a spiritual experience for Buddhists and memorable to all who respect the religion. It is not always easy to have this chance as the Dalai Lama travels frequently and private audiences are carefully chosen (applicants must supply detailed information about themselves and why they wish to see "His Holiness"). He does give scheduled public teachings, though they are often crowded.
Food and Dining
Cuisine of the Himachal Pradesh region is simple but nutritious, consisting largely of chicken and mutton with vegetables which include pumpkins, potatoes, beans, and beetroots. Some staple meals of the region include thukpa (noodle soup usually with chicken and vegetables), skyu (thumb-sized pieces of kneaded dough cooked in a kind of soup), and momos (dumplings). Other specialties comprise of khambir (a whole wheat local bread baked into a pan shape), butter tea (salty tea churned with butter), and chang (a light local brew of beer). These dishes are common throughout the mountainous regions of the Himalayas. Momos are a popular street food, served steamed or fried and stuffed with spiced potato, cabbage, spinach, radish, or carrot with chili sauce on the side. Any of the noodle dishes are also staples. Any of the popular destinations will have a variety of dining options from traditional to international flavors.

Transportation
The geographical location of the state makes transportation somewhat difficult. By plane, the main airports in Himachal Pradesh include the Kangra Airport (serving Dharamsala), Shimla Airport, and Kullu-Manali Airport - all which offer flights to and from Delhi.

There is very little rail connection except for the Kalka-Shimla railway track which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Bus is probably the most practical and cheapest way to enter the region with three routes coming from Delhi:

Delhi-Chandigarh-Shimla-Kaza
Delhi-Chandigarh-Bilaspur-Mandi-Manali-Keylong-Leh
Delhi-Chandigarh-Kangra-Dharamsala or -Chamba


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1 Categories averaged on a per-item basis.
2 Categories averaged on a per-day basis.
For example, the Food2 daily average is for all meals for an entire day, while Entertainment1 is for each individual purchase. Thus, the overall daily average cost is not a summation of the individual categories.