A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Agra vs. Quebec City for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Agra or Quebec City?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Agra or Quebec City, 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 Quebec City?

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.

Quebec City

Quebec City is the capital of the Quebec province. It has a dramatic location on the cliffs by St. Lawrence Seaway and the city's Old Town has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Quebec is a mid sized city with a population of about 700,000. Most of the economy is administrative and bureaucratic, but the city has a very impressive history as the fortress capital of New France. French is the official language of the entire province, but most people in the tourist areas of Quebec City speak English.

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Which place is cheaper, Quebec City 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 $54, while the average daily cost in Quebec City is $144. 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 Quebec City in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Agra $15
    Quebec City $69
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Agra $30
    Quebec City $138
Compare Hotels in Agra and Quebec City

Looking for a hotel in Agra or Quebec City? 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 Quebec City


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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 Quebec City Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Agra $9.96
    Quebec City $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Agra

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


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $0.58

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
  • Agra : Private Transfer Agra to Delhi: $50
  • Agra : Transfer To Jaipur Via Chand Baori & Fatehpur Sikri: $50
  • Agra Half-Day City Tour and Transfer to Delhi: $136
  • Agra to Delhi Private Luxury Transfer: $76
  • Agra to Delhi airport transfer by air-conditioned car: $51
  • Agra to Jaipur (one-way shared transfer): $67
  • Agra to Jaipur Transfer via Chand Bawdi & Fatehpur Sikri: $51
  • Agra to New Delhi One Way Transfer by Private Car: $60
  • Agra-Delhi transfer with Delhi tour: $110
  • Half Day Tour of Taj Mahal and Agra Fort with Transfers: $27
  • Mohabbat the Taj show tickets and agra transfers: $41

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Quebec City

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Quebec City are as follows:


  • Parking in Quebec City
    $3.44

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Quebec City

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Quebec City:

  • Québec Airport (YQB) to Le Terminal Quebec Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $235
  • Le Terminal Quebec Port to Quebec city - Arrival Private Transfer: $224
  • Quebec to Le Terminal Quebec Port - Departure Private Transfer: $224
  • Le Terminal Quebec Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Quebec: $220
  • Le Terminal Quebec Cruise Port to Quebec - Arrival Private Transfer: $157
  • Private Transfer from Québec City to Jean Lesage Airport (YQB): $131
  • Private Transfer from Jean Lesage Airport (YQB) to Québec City: $131
  • Le Terminal Quebec Port to Québec Airport (YQB) - Departure Private Transfer: $118
  • Quebec Airport (YQB) to Downtown private transfer: $112
  • Jean Lesage Arrivals Private Airport Transfer: $108
  • YQB Airport Transfer: $107
  • YQB Quebec City Airport Cruise Terminal Train Station Transfer: $105

Is it cheaper to fly into Agra or Quebec City?

Prices for flights to both Quebec City 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 $26
    Quebec City $60
Typical Food Prices in Agra

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


  • Breakfast for Two
    $2.08

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: $5.70
  • 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
  • Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk: $21
  • Tuk-Tuk Ride and Street Food Tour with Spice Market: $22
  • Cooking Workshop and Vegetarian Dinner in Agra with Family: $28
  • Cooking Class and Much More in a Local Family Home: $28
  • Indian Food Private Cooking Class: $28
  • Private Indian Cooking Demonstration and In-Home Meal Minutes from the Taj Mahal: $33
  • Indian Home Visit Cooking Demo: $38
  • Dinner at Agra with local Indian family : $40

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Quebec City

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Quebec City.

  • 3 or 5 Course Dinner Cruise with DJ & Dancing: $122
  • Old Quebec 5-Course Gourmet Food Tour: $181
  • Combo Historical and Food Tour of the Old Quebec City: $202
  • Evening Gourmet Tour 5 Course Dinner - History and Food in Old Quebec City: $202
  • Private Street Food Tour in Quebec With A Local Guide : $232

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Agra $19
    Quebec City $23
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
    $6.92
  • Taj Mahal for Two
    $17

Tours and Activities in Agra

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

  • Mughal Carpet Co. Agra :- Handmade Rugs Demonstration Tour: $0.80
  • Handmade Marble Demonstration Tour: $0.97
  • Agra:- Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal Private Tour: $1.14
  • Skip-the-line entry ticket on Taj Mahal tour: $1.14
  • Agra : Taj Mahal tour with guide: $1.14
  • Sunrise Taj Mahal & Mausoleum Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line: $1.57
  • Taj Mahal and Mausoleum Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry: $1.59
  • From Delhi: Same Day Taj Mahal & Agra Tour with Boat Ride: $1.71
  • Skip The line Taj Mahal Guided Tour: $1.82
  • Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal Guided Tour with Multi Options: $1.96
  • Taj Mahal & Mausoleum Skip-The-Line Tickets & guided tour: $1.99
  • Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Skip-the-Line Tour from Delhi or Agra : $2.00

Tours and Activities in Quebec City

Here are a few actual costs in Quebec City for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Magnificent Montmorency Falls E-Bike Tour: $143
  • 2-Hour Christmas Magic Tour in Old Quebec: $28
  • Beyond the Walls Private E-Bike Tour: $179
  • Electric Fatbike Tour in Québec City: $96
  • Full-Day Whale Watching Cruise from Quebec City: $182
  • Golden Hour E-Scooter Guided Tour of Old Quebec & Beach Break: $81
  • Golden Hour Guided E-Scooter Tour- Old Quebec & Beach Break: $80
  • Guided E Bike Limoilou Adventure from Old Quebec and Lunch: $156
  • Guided Limoilou E-Bike Adventure from Old Quebec & Lunch: $152
  • Guided Tour of the Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac in Quebec City: $21
  • Guided Winter Walking Tour in Old Quebec City : $21
  • Guided cruise to discover Orleans Island and Quebec City: $55

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Agra $9.28
    Quebec City $17

Sample the Local Flavors in Quebec City

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Quebec City:

  • Honey and Distillery Tour with Tasting: $20
  • Craft Brewery and Beer Tasting Tour: $48
  • Wine Tasting on Ile d'Orleans: $89
  • Island of Orleans Wine Tour: $91


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Agra and Quebec City, we can see that Quebec City 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 Quebec City 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 Quebec City would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Quebec City 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 Quebec City Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Agra or Quebec City?

Agra has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Quebec City. When comparing the sizes of Agra and Quebec City, 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.