Which place is cheaper, Denver or Agra?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Agra or Denver?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Agra or Denver, 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 Denver?
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.
Denver
The capital of Colorado, Denver is commonly referred to as "The Mile-High City" because it is at an elevation of 5,280 feet (1,600 meters) above sea level. It also sits where the Great Plains meet the Rocky Mountains, giving a beautiful backdrop for this metropolitan city. The city is the largest in the Rocky Mountains with a population of more than 600,000 and nearly 3 million in the metropolitan area. Denver is a cosmopolitan city with cowboy roots. It's cultural scene is thriving, and the outdoor recreation in the area is superb. Denver is a rapidly growing city but with change comes challenges. Urban sprawl is a problem and the city's infrastructure has reached its limits. Still, efforts are in place to maintain the character and personality that Denver is known for.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India, The Best Luxury Tours to United States of America, and The Best Tours for Seniors to United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAgra $44Denver $218
The average daily cost (per person) in Agra is $44, while the average daily cost in Denver is $218. 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 Denver in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAgra $16Denver $87
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAgra $32Denver $174
Compare Hotels in Agra and Denver
Looking for a hotel in Agra or Denver? 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: Agra Hotel Prices and Denver Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Agra $10Denver $101
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Agra
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Agra:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agra
Also for Agra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Pickup/Dropoff Taj Mahal/Airport/hotel transfer: $1.20
- From Delhi/Taj Mahal & Agra Day Trip with Transfers: $3.60
- Delhi: Same Day Taj Mahal, Agra Tour with Pickup & Transfer.: $4.20
- Sunrise Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Half-Day Tour with Transfer: $5.40
- Airport Transfer with Pickup and Drop-off: $5.40
- Private Transfer from Agra railway station to Hotel In Agra: $5.50
- Private Sunrise Taj Mahal Tour With Guide & Transfer: $5.92
- Round Trip Transfers Between Agra Hotels & Agra Airport AGR: $6.14
- Taj Mahal Tour with Car, Tour Guide & Hotel Transfers: $9.95
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal Agra Day Trip with Guide & Transfer: $12
- Private Taj Mahal and Agra Day Tour with Transfer: $12
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Trip with Transfers: $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Denver
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Denver:
- Denver Airport Transfer To/From Aspen for 6-14 Sprinter Van: $1,950
- Denver Airport (DEN) to Snowmass/Aspen - Arrival Private Transfer: $295
- Arrival Private Transfer Denver Airport DEN to Denver City by SUV: $290
- Denver Airport (DEN) to Steamboat - Arrival Private Transfer: $284
- Denver Airport (DEN): Private Transfer to Denver hotels: $254
- Private One Way Transfer From and To Denver Colorado: $200
- Denver Airport (DEN) to Breckenridge - Arrival Private Transfer: $194
- Denver Airport (DEN) to Keystone resort - Arrival Private Transfer: $175
- Round trip transfer in private minivan from-to Denver Intl. Airport to Downtown: $173
- Arrival Transfer Denver Airport DEN to Denver City by Luxury Car: $161
- Departure Private Transfer: Denver to Denver Airport DEN in Luxury SUV: $136
- Departure Private Transfer: Denver to Denver Airport DEN in Luxury Van: $136
Is it cheaper to fly into Agra or Denver?
Prices for flights to both Denver 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
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Food Meals for one dayAgra $16Denver $42
Typical Food Prices in Agra
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Agra:
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Breakfast for Two$2.16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agra
For Agra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Agra best Cooking class after Taj Mahal: $6.00
- Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk: $12
- Home Hosted Luch or dinner by Indian local Family: $18
- Local Food Tour with Cooking Class in Home Agra Including Lunch or Dinner: $20
- Agra Heritage Walk with Food Tour: $20
- Indian Food Private Cooking Class: $22
- Cooking Class and Dine with a Local Family: $23
- Old City Food Tour with Local Guide and Tastings: $23
- Indian Home Visit Cooking Demo: $25
- The Spirit of Agra - Old Market Walking and Food Tour: $26
- Cooking classes Tour Including Pickup And Dropping To Hotel: $28
- Cooking Workshop and Vegetarian Dinner in Agra with Family: $30
Typical Food Prices in Denver
Some typical examples of dining costs in Denver are as follows:
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Sushi Dinner (for 2)$61
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Denver
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Denver.
- RiNo Arts District Food Tour: $79
- Downtown Denver Food Tour: $79
- Arts District Walking Food Tour: $79
- Mystery Puzzle Food Tour in Golden, CO: $80
- The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Denver, CO: $86
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Agra $20Denver $52
Typical Entertainment Prices in Agra
For Agra, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entry to the Red Fort for Two$7.20
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Taj Mahal for Two$18
Tours and Activities in Agra
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Agra.
- Mughal Carpet Co. Agra :- Handmade Carpet Demonstration Tour: $0.84
- Handmade Marble Demonstration Tour: $1.02
- Taj Mahal Skip-the-Line Entry Guided Tour: $1.19
- Agra : Taj Mahal tour with guide: $1.20
- Skip-the-line entry ticket on Taj Mahal tour: $1.20
- Agra:Taj Mahal Skip-The-Line Guided Tour with Free Breakfast: $1.20
- Private Taj Mahal Skip-The-Line Tour: $1.80
- Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal Guided Tour with Multi Options: $1.86
- Sunset Taj Mahal Tour with Skip-The-Line & Lateral Entry: $2.04
- Private Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal Tour with Options: $2.10
- Taj Mahal and Mausoleum Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry: $2.10
- From Delhi: Sunrise Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Baby Taj Tour: $2.10
Tours and Activities in Denver
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Denver are as follows:
- Shared Golden's History Wagon Ride Tour in Colorado: $65
- Small-Group Cocktail Tour in Denver: $99
- 1.5 Hour RiNo Art District Walking Tour: $28
- 2 Hour Guided Segway Tour: $69
- 2 Hour LoDo Historic Walking Tour in Denver: $28
- Beginner Rock Climbing Tour: $200
- Best of Denver Tour: $64
- Best of Denver Tour: $30
- Bike and Booze Tour of RiNo & Downtown: $76
- Breckenridge Ultimate Full Day Mountain Tour from Denver: $139
- Cheesman Park Ghost Tour: $28
- Colorado Gold Rush Mountain and Mine Half-Day Tour from Denver: $99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAgra $9.65Denver $5.31
Sample the Local Flavors in Denver
Also in Denver, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Terrors Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $35
- Wine Tasting with Cheese, Charcuterie, and Dessert : $74
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Agra and Denver, we can see that Denver 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 Denver is in North America, 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 Denver would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Denver 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 Denver Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Agra or Denver?
Agra has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Denver. When comparing the sizes of Agra and Denver, 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.