Which place is cheaper, Merzouga or Agra?
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 Agra or Merzouga?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Agra or Merzouga, 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 Merzouga?
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.
Merzouga
Let's say you want to truly get away. I don't mean putting your ear buds in on some beach with a stronger on the next chair over. I mean really get away, and find yourself deserted. Merzouga, Morocco lets you do just that. This land of sand dune after sand dune is ideal for anyone yearning to ride a camel to the ends of civilization. And you'll find plenty of options to get here with a tour, or even on your own.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.
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Agra Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAgra $49Merzouga $23
The average daily cost (per person) in Agra is $49, while the average daily cost in Merzouga is $23. 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 Merzouga in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAgra $14Merzouga $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAgra $28Merzouga $22
Compare Hotels in Agra and Merzouga
Looking for a hotel in Agra or Merzouga? 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 Merzouga Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Agra $9.02Merzouga -
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$0.52
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agra
Also for Agra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Taj Mahal and Agra Day Tour with Transfer: $2.37
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Trip with Transfers: $2.48
- Create Your Own Itinerary - Private Tour & Transfer: $2.54
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Trip with Transfers: $3.38
- Skip The Line Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Tour with Transfer: $4.28
- From Delhi/Taj Mahal, Agra Tour with Transfers & Lunch: $4.51
- India: Premier High Value Taj Mahal Tickets with Transfers: $4.51
- Private Transfer from Agra railway station to Hotel In Agra: $5.50
- Taj Mahal Skip-the-line Guided tour with Transfer: $6.31
- Jaipur: Same Day Taj Mahal & Agra Fort with transfers: $7.20
- Agra Airport to Agra Hotels drop: Private Transfers: $8.14
- Agra Airport / Agra Train Station to Hotel Transfer: $8.45
Is it cheaper to fly into Agra or Merzouga?
Prices for flights to both Merzouga 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 $24Merzouga $11
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$1.88
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agra
For Agra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking class with taj: $5.64
- Old Agra Market & Street Food Tour by Tuk-Tuk: $15
- Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk Ride: $18
- Agra Cooking Classes (Pick up and Drop available): $18
- Dine In Indian, home cooked food Agra Food tour My Magic Kitchen: $20
- Agra Local Arts and Crafts and Food Tours with Guide: $20
- Local Food Tour with Cooking Class in Home Agra: $20
- Indian Food Private Cooking Class: $21
- Old City & Street Food Tour in Car, Tuk Tuk or Bike: $21
- AI Cooking Class and Much More in a Local Family Home: $27
- Jaisalmer: Thar Desert Camel Safari with Dinner: $28
- Cooking Workshop and Vegetarian Dinner in Agra with Family: $28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Merzouga
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Merzouga.
- Merzouga Cooking Class Familye: $45
- Exclusive Merzouga Desert Safari: Camel Ride, Sandsurf & Dinner: $52
- Private trip 4x4 in Merzouga Lunch with Berber Pizza: $59
- Cooking class in Merzouga Make Berber Madfouna in Sand: $59
- Merzouga Luxury AC/ Heating Camp: Camel Ride, Dinner & breakfast: $65
- Visit The Nomads, Gnawa Music, Rally In Dunes, Berber Pizza: $89
- Magical Dinner and Camel Trek with 1 Night In Merzouga Luxury Desert Camp: $105
- Merzouga 1 Night in the Luxury Camp with Camel Ride and Dinner: $106
- Merzouga Desert Sunset Dinner and Stargazing Tour: $142
- From 2-Nights In Luxury Camp with Camel Trek & Dinner.: $177
- 2 Nights Private Camp in Merzouga with Dinner and Camel Ride: $200
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Agra $17Merzouga -
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$6.27
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Taj Mahal for Two$16
Tours and Activities in Agra
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Agra.
- Private Taj Mahal Tour with 5* Lunch from Delhi/Jaipur: $1.69
- Taj Mahal and Agra Private Guided Tour from Delhi by AC Car: $2.00
- Taj Mahal Tour Fast-Track Entry with Tickets: $2.21
- Taj Mahal & Agra Day Tour by Car from Delhi: $2.25
- Taj Mahal Budget Tour for Backpackers: $2.25
- Agra:Taj Mahal Skip-The-Line Guided Tour with Breakfast: $2.25
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal Sunrise , Agra Fort & Baby Taj Tour: $2.25
- Taj Mahal Skip-the-Line Guided Tour with Optional Add-ons: $2.25
- Taj Mahal & Mausoleum Skip-the-Line Tour with Options: $2.25
- Skip the Line Taj Mahal with photographer & Dress Rent: $2.25
- Taj Mahal Skip-the-Line Ticket: Sunrise & Daytime Options: $2.34
- Skip-the-Line: Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Guided Tour: $2.50
Tours and Activities in Merzouga
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Merzouga are as follows:
- 1 Hour Buggy Can-am Merzouga Desert Experience: $154
- 1 Hour Merzouga Buggy Desert Tour: $71
- 1 Night Camel Trekking Tour in Merzouga Desert Camp: $65
- 1 hour Quad in the Sahara: Merzouga Off Roading Experience: Nature & Wildlife: $81
- 1 hour tour Quad biking experience: $100
- 1/2 day 4x4 tour of Erg Chebbi: $95
- 2 Hour Merzouga Buggy Adventure in the Sahara Dunes: $207
- 2 Hour Quad Desert Experience with Sandboarding: $37
- 2 hours Merzouga Dunes ATV Rental - Desert Quad Biking Tour: $115
- 2-Days Merzouga tour from Errachidia: $200
- 2-Hour Quad Desert Tour, Dunes Oasis, Nomads Family & Sandboard: $45
- 3 Day Sahara Desert Tour from Errachidia to Merzouga Camp: $200
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAgra $8.41Merzouga -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Agra and Merzouga, we can see that Agra is more expensive. And not only is Merzouga much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Agra is in Asia and Merzouga is in Africa, 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 Merzouga would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Merzouga 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 Agra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Agra than you might in Merzouga.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Agra Expensive? and Is Merzouga Expensive?.
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.