Which place is cheaper, Himachal Pradesh or Abu Dhabi?
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 Abu Dhabi or Himachal Pradesh?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Abu Dhabi and Himachal Pradesh can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Abu Dhabi or Himachal Pradesh?
Abu Dhabi
It doesn't get more "lifestyles of the rich and famous" than a vacation to Abu Dhabi. The federal capital and center of government for the United Arab Emirates is arguably the most modern city in the world.
Abu Dhabi has a population of 1.5 million and provides a home to several oil companies and embassies, but this place is definitely a playground for the world's fanciest tourists. This city has several large projects underway including Yas Island's Formula 1 track and Ferrari theme park.
Note: homosexuality is still outlawed in the UAE with harsh punishments including deportation, fines, jail time or even a death sentence.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United Arab Emirates, The Best 3-Day Tours in United Arab Emirates, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in India, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in India.
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Abu Dhabi Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAbu Dhabi $197Himachal Pradesh $29
The average daily cost (per person) in Abu Dhabi is $197, while the average daily cost in Himachal Pradesh is $29. 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 Abu Dhabi and Himachal Pradesh in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAbu Dhabi $98Himachal Pradesh $16
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAbu Dhabi $196Himachal Pradesh $32
Compare Hotels in Abu Dhabi and Himachal Pradesh
Looking for a hotel in Abu Dhabi or Himachal Pradesh? 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: Abu Dhabi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Abu Dhabi $20Himachal Pradesh $3.39
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Abu Dhabi
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Abu Dhabi are as follows:
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Car Rental$31
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Taxi to Airport$14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Abu Dhabi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Abu Dhabi:
- Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi Tickets With Meal and Transfers: $105
- Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi Ticket with Hotel Transfers: $251
- Warner Bros World and Ferrari World Combo Ticket with transfer from Dubai: $204
- Warner Bros World Ticket's -Abu Dhabi Without Transfer: $220
- Warner Bro's with Private Transfers from Dubai: $279
- Ultimate Snow Park Abu Dhabi Package with transfer option: $71
- Transfer Abu Dhabi City Center to Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH): $31
- Teams Lab Phenomena Experience in Abu Dhabi with Transfers option: $56
- Snow Park Abudhabi Premium Tickets with Optional Transfers: $120
- Snow Abu Dhabi Tour with Optional Private Transfers: $110
- Ski Abu Dhabi with Optional Transfers: $100
- Qasr al Watan Tour with Optional Private Transfers: $50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Himachal Pradesh
Also for Himachal Pradesh, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Affordable Dehradun Airport Transfer.: $15
- Affordable transfer from Rishikesh to Dehradun Airport: $20
- Affordable Dehradun airport transfer to Rishikesh: $20
- Dehradun Airport (DED) to Rishikesh Private Taxi Transfer Service: $20
- Private Transfer from Chandigarh to Delhi: $34
- Affordable transfer from Rishikesh to Delhi: $39
- Private Transfer from Rishikesh to Delhi: $42
- Private Transfer from Nainital to Delhi: $55
- Affordable Chandigarh to Manali Transfer: $98
- Rishikesh: Mini Gartang Gali Guided Half-Day Trek with Transfers: $112
- From Delhi: One way Private Transfer Service to Agra: $139
- Shimla Thermal Resorts to Delhi Airport DEL -Departure Transfer: $229
Is it cheaper to fly into Abu Dhabi or Himachal Pradesh?
Prices for flights to both Himachal Pradesh and Abu Dhabi 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 dayAbu Dhabi $78Himachal Pradesh $10
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Abu Dhabi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Abu Dhabi.
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari with Red Dunes 4x4 Pick Drop Dinner Shows: $43
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari With Live Shows & BBQ Buffet Dinner: $50
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari BBQ Dinner Camel Ride and Live Shows: $56
- Desert Safari In Abu Dhabi With BBQ Dinner: $58
- Abu Dhabi Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner & Live Shows: $60
- Lunch Or Dinner at Emirates Palace - Ultimate Luxury Experience: $64
- Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi with Hot BBQ Dinner: $65
- Evening Desert Safari Camel Ride Dinner Live Shows in Abu Dhabi: $69
- Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Live Shows, and BBQ Dinner: $69
- Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari: BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride & Shows: $71
- Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi with BBQ Dinner: $71
- Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner and Shows: $73
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Himachal Pradesh
For Himachal Pradesh, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Rishikesh: Sattvic Cooking Class : Cook & Dine With Miss Anju: $45
- Rishikesh Half Day Street Food Tour: $49
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Abu Dhabi $39Himachal Pradesh $3.95
Tours and Activities in Abu Dhabi
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Abu Dhabi are as follows:
- 1 Day 2 Yas Island Park Tickets Combo: $149
- 2 Days 2 Park- Ferrari World +Yas Waterworld Or Warner Bros World Combo Tickets: $155
- 4 Hour Cultural Tour of Abu Dhabi - Private Tour: $160
- 8 Hours Al Ain City Tour without lunch: $103
- 8 hours Private Tour: Ferrari World and Louvre Museum with Pickup: $270
- Abu Dhabi 'Hidden Gems' by City Break - walking tours made fun!: $34
- Abu Dhabi ,Private Layover Tour -6 hours: $299
- Abu Dhabi : Private Walking Tour with A guide (Private Tour): $47
- Abu Dhabi City Essentials Half day tour from Abu Dhabi: $44
- Abu Dhabi City Full Day Tour from Abu Dhabi: $157
- Abu Dhabi City Tour by Helicopter: $278
- Abu Dhabi City Tour from Abu Dhabi: $100
Tours and Activities in Himachal Pradesh
For Himachal Pradesh, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Sightseeing around Mussoorie: $7.16
- Discover Colonial Trails of Shimla 2 Hours Guided Walking Tour: $11
- Heritage & Cultural 2 Hour Shimla Walking Tour: $12
- Nature Walk of Mussoorie (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Nature Walk of Chandigarh( 2 Hours Walking Tour): $12
- Nainital Walking Tour: $12
- Heritage & Cultural Walking Tour Nainital (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Guided Night Walking Tour in Rishikesh - Explore the best nightlife with a local: $12
- Rishikesh Walking Tour: $12
- Chandigarh Walking Tour: $12
- Ashram Tour By Walk in Rishikesh (Private Tour): $12
- hilloferry - a guided cycling tour: $13
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAbu Dhabi $13Himachal Pradesh $3.91
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Abu Dhabi and Himachal Pradesh, we can see that Abu Dhabi is more expensive. And not only is Himachal Pradesh much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Abu Dhabi is in Middle East and Himachal Pradesh is in Asia, 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 Himachal Pradesh would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Himachal Pradesh 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 Abu Dhabi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Abu Dhabi than you might in Himachal Pradesh.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Abu Dhabi Expensive? and Is Himachal Pradesh Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Abu Dhabi or Himachal Pradesh?
Himachal Pradesh has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Abu Dhabi. When comparing the sizes of Abu Dhabi and Himachal Pradesh, 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.