Which place is cheaper, Ise or Agra?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Agra or Ise?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Agra or Ise, 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 Ise?
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.
Ise
A coastal city of Japan, Ise is best known for the Ise Shrine, arguably the holiest and most important Shinto site and the reputed home of the Emperor's Sacred Mirror. The shrine dates back to 4 BC and actually consists of two shrines: the inner shrine called Naiku and the outer shrine called Geku.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in India, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in India, The Best 10-Day Tours from Tokyo, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Tokyo.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAgra $44Ise $96
The average daily cost (per person) in Agra is $44, while the average daily cost in Ise is $96. 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 Ise in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAgra $16Ise $45
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAgra $32Ise $90
Compare Hotels in Agra and Ise
Looking for a hotel in Agra or Ise? 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 Ise Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Agra $10Ise $47
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:
- A Taste of Agra for Foodies with Private Transfer: $114
- Affordable transfer from Agra to Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri: $33
- Affordable transfer from Agra to Lucknow: $60
- Agra : Half Day Shopping Tour with Private Guide & Transfer: $20
- Agra : Private Transfer Agra to Delhi: $50
- Agra : Transfer To Jaipur Via Chand Baori & Fatehpur Sikri: $50
- Agra Airport: One-Way Transfer Arrival and Departure: $30
- Agra Fort Skip-the-Line E-tickets & guide Agra transfers: $24
- Agra Full Day City Sightseeing Guided Tour - Transfer Option: $30
- Agra airport to day tour agra and transfer to agra airport: $62
- Agra to Delhi (one-way shared transfer): $67
- Agra to Delhi Airport Transfers by Car: $86
Is it cheaper to fly into Agra or Ise?
Prices for flights to both Ise 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 $16Ise $26
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$2.14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agra
For Agra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Agra Food Tour: $5.95
- Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk: $9.50
- Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk: $10
- From Local Street Food Tour By TUK-TUK: $11
- Agra Cooking Classes & Experiences (Pick up and Drop): $18
- Agra Cooking Classes (Pick up and Drop available): $18
- Agra Heritage Walk with Food Tour: $20
- Local Food Tour with Cooking Class in Home Agra: $21
- Old City Food Tour with Local Guide and Tastings: $23
- Home-Cooked Indian Dinner Workshop with Local Family: $26
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal Tour with Indian Cooking Class: $27
- Agra's best cooking classes: $31
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Agra $20Ise $6.28
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$7.14
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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.
- Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Private Tour: $0.14
- Mughal Carpet Co. Agra :- Handmade Rugs Demonstration Tour: $0.83
- Handmade Marble Demonstration Tour: $1.01
- Skip-the-line entry ticket on Taj Mahal tour: $1.19
- Private Taj Mahal Skip-The-Line Tour: $1.79
- Skip-The-Line Taj Mahal Guided Tour with Multi Options: $2.38
- Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal Tour with ticket: $2.38
- From Delhi: Sunrise Taj Mahal Private Tour with Agra Fort: $2.50
- Agra Local City Tour with Sightseeing: $2.50
- Taj Mahal Skip the Line tickets with Tour Guide & Car: $2.68
- Private Tour of Taj Mahal & Agra Fort by Tuk Tuk: $2.86
- Agra : Private Tour of Taj Mahal & Agra Fort (Skip-the-Line): $2.86
Tours and Activities in Ise
Here are a few actual costs in Ise for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Ise Grand Shrine Private Guided Tour: $105
- Island Adventure Sea Kayak Tour(Ise-Shima): $42
- Shirataki Takigyo Waterfall Meditation Experience in Toba: $31
- Toba Custom Full Day Tour: $277
- Toba Custom Half Day Tour: $174
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAgra $9.58Ise $4.87
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Agra and Ise, we can see that Ise is more expensive. And not only is Agra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Ise would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ise 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 Ise Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Agra or Ise?
Agra has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Ise. When comparing the sizes of Agra and Ise, 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.