A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Agra vs. Basse-Terre for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Agra or Basse-Terre?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Agra or Basse-Terre, 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: Agra or Basse-Terre?

Agra

In the north of India, in the state of Uttar Pradesh is the city of Agra. This land is home to great tales of emperors and majestic temples. It is the home to a magnificent past and the greatest symbol of love known to man, the Taj Mahal.

While this incredible structure is the main draw to this area, there is much more to see. Once the capital of the Mughal Empire, Agra can claim three different UNESCO World Heritage sites - the Taj Mahal, the Agra Fort and the abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikiri.

Basse-Terre

In Guadeloupe there is Basse Terre the city and Basse-Terre the island - the city is the capital of Guadeloupe, and the island is Guadeloupe's western half of the main island. As a whole, the place is very green, featuring lush vegetation and a mountainous landscape with a sulfuric volcano.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India.


Which place is cheaper, Basse-Terre or Agra?

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 Agra is $55, while the average daily cost in Basse-Terre is $194. 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 Agra and Basse-Terre in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Agra $15
    Basse-Terre $94
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Agra $30
    Basse-Terre $188
Compare Hotels in Agra and Basse-Terre

Looking for a hotel in Agra or Basse-Terre? 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 Agra


Hotels in Basse-Terre


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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: Agra Hotel Prices and Basse-Terre Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Agra $10
    Basse-Terre $8.38
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Agra

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


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $0.59

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agra

Also for Agra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • From Delhi: Sunrise Taj Mahal & Agra Tour with Transfer: $2.07
  • Delhi: Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Sunrise Tour with Transfers: $2.37
  • From Delhi: Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Trip with Transfers: $3.54
  • From Delhi: Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Tour with Transfer: $4.49
  • From Delhi: Taj Mahal Sunrise & Agra Day Tour with Transfers: $4.73
  • From Delhi: Taj Mahal Day Trip with City Tour & Transfers: $4.73
  • Agra Airport: One-Way Transfer Arrival and Departure: $5.91
  • Round Trip Transfers Between Agra Hotels & Agra Airport AGR: $6.06
  • Private Sunrise Taj Mahal Tour with Guide & Transfer: $6.18
  • From Delhi: Taj Mahal Agra Day Trip with Guide & Transfer: $7.10
  • From Delhi: Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Trip with Transfers: $8.87
  • From Delhi: Taj Mahal Sunrise & Agra Day Tour with Transfers: $8.87

Is it cheaper to fly into Agra or Basse-Terre?

Prices for flights to both Basse-Terre and Agra 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
    Agra $27
    Basse-Terre $83
Typical Food Prices in Agra

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Agra:


  • Breakfast for Two
    $2.13

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agra

For Agra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • From Local Street Food Tour By TUK-TUK: $11
  • Agra Cooking Classes (Pick up and Drop available): $14
  • Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk: $19
  • Local Food Tour with Cooking Class in Home Agra: $21
  • Tuk-Tuk Ride and Street Food Tour with Spice Market: $22
  • The Spirit of Agra - Old Market Walking and Food Tour: $26
  • From Delhi: Taj Mahal Tour with Indian Cooking Class: $27
  • Indian Food Private Cooking Class: $30
  • Agra's best cooking classes: $30
  • Cooking classes Tour Including Pickup And Dropping To Hotel: $31
  • Watch Bollywood Movie with Dinner in Agra: $35
  • Old City Spiritual, Cultural & Local Street Food Tour: $35

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Agra $19
    Basse-Terre $49
Typical Entertainment Prices in Agra

For Agra, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Entry to the Red Fort for Two
    $7.10
  • Taj Mahal for Two
    $18

Tours and Activities in Agra

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Agra.

  • From Same Day Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Sunrise Tour: $0.12
  • Handmade Marble Demonstration Tour: $1.01
  • Agra : Taj Mahal tour with guide: $1.18
  • Skip-the-line entry ticket on Taj Mahal tour: $1.18
  • Taj Mahal Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Tour: $1.18
  • From Delhi: Agra Tour by Express Train: $1.40
  • Taj Mahal and Mausoleum Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry: $1.66
  • Taj Mahal & Mausoleum Skip-The-Line Tickets & guided tour: $2.07
  • Taj Mahal Private Tour from Delhi with Ticket & Meal Options: $2.37
  • Skip-The-Line Taj Mahal Guided Tour with Multi Options: $2.37
  • Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal Tour with ticket: $2.52
  • Taj Mahal Skip the Line tickets with Tour Guide & Car: $2.66

Tours and Activities in Basse-Terre

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Basse-Terre are as follows:

  • Full day tour: the best of the island w/photos drone sunset: $180

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Agra $9.52
    Basse-Terre $14


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Agra and Basse-Terre, we can see that Basse-Terre is more expensive. And not only is Agra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Agra is in Asia and Basse-Terre is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Agra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Agra 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 Basse-Terre would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Basse-Terre than you might in Agra.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Agra Expensive? and Is Basse-Terre Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Agra or Basse-Terre?

Agra has a larger population, and is about 120 times larger than the population of Basse-Terre. When comparing the sizes of Agra and Basse-Terre, 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.