Which place is cheaper, Rotterdam or Agra?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Agra or Rotterdam?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Agra or Rotterdam, 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 Rotterdam?
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.
Rotterdam
Rotterdam is the second largest city in the Netherlands and has the largest port in Europe. It's famously known as a city of architecture. In a few square kilometers of the city center you can get a complete overview of twentieth century architecture within Rotterdam.
Rotterdam is a very diverse, international, and hard working city. Nearly half of the city's population is not native to the Netherlands or have at least one parent from outside the country. Muslim's make up a significant portion of the population. Other area's represented include Cape Verde and the Dutch Antilles.
There's an air of optimism that permeates the entire city. There are frequent events, festivals and performances, making Rotterdam an enjoyable place to spend some time. Water is also an integral part of the city design.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India, The Best 2-Week Tours from Amsterdam, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Netherlands.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAgra $44Rotterdam $165
The average daily cost (per person) in Agra is $44, while the average daily cost in Rotterdam is $165. 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 Rotterdam in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAgra $16Rotterdam $84
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAgra $32Rotterdam $168
Compare Hotels in Agra and Rotterdam
Looking for a hotel in Agra or Rotterdam? 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 Rotterdam Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Agra $10Rotterdam $28
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 Cochin: Cruise to Agra Tour With Mumbai Port Transfer: $966
- Private Transfer- Agra city to Delhi via Mathura: $169
- Private transfer from Agra to Varanasi by Car: $161
- Private One Way Transfer From Agra To Udaipur: $150
- Private Transfer from Agra to Varanasi by Car: $147
- Agra to Delhi airport transfer by air-conditioned car: $130
- Private Transfer Agra to Varanasi by Car: $130
- Private Transfers Agra To Vrindavan Drop: $122
- Private Transfers Agra To Lucknow Drop: $122
- One Way Transfer From Agra To New Delhi in AC Vehicle: $117
- Private Transfer: Agra City to Ranthambore National Park With Abandoned City: $116
- From Jaipur: Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour with Transfer to Delhi: $110
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rotterdam
Also for Rotterdam, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Minivan Transfer from Rotterdam: $299
- Private Minivan Transfer from Rotterdam : $277
- Private Transfer From Rotterdam to Amsterdam, With a 2 Hour Stop: $243
- Private Transfer from Rotterdam City to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport: $210
- Private Rotterdam Cruise Port Departure Transfer to Amsterdam: $175
- Private Rotterdam Cruise Port Departure Transfer to AMS Schiphol Airport : $172
- Private Direct Transfer from Rotterdam to Amsterdam: $172
- Private transfer Schiphol (AMS) to/from Rotterdam.: $169
- Private transfer from Rotterdam cruise port to Schiphol Airport: $166
- Rotterdam Private Transfer to Schiphol Airport & Amsterdam City: $165
- Rotterdam Airport RTM Round-Trip Private Transfer: $164
- Private transfer from Rotterdam cruise port to Amsterdam: $163
Is it cheaper to fly into Agra or Rotterdam?
Prices for flights to both Rotterdam 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 $16Rotterdam $59
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 Food Tour: $5.97
- Agra best Cooking class after Taj Mahal: $5.97
- Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk: $8.00
- Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk: $11
- Agra Cooking Classes & Experiences (Pick up and Drop): $18
- Local Food Tour with Cooking Class in Home Agra Including Lunch or Dinner: $20
- Agra Heritage Walk with Food Tour: $20
- Local Food Tour with Cooking Class in Home Agra: $22
- 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 Class and Much More in a Local Family Home: $29
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rotterdam
For Rotterdam, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Self-Guided Rotterdam BiteMe Food Tour: $43
- 4-Hour Food Tour - Self-guided: $49
- Guided Food Tour: $81
- Guided Walking Food Tour: $86
- Walking Rotterdam Food Tour: $87
- Biking Rotterdam Food Tour with Local Guide: $87
- Food Tour by Bike: $93
- Private Walking Food Tour of Rotterdam: $122
- Rotterdam Private 2-Hour Food Tour with Tastings: $163
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Agra $20Rotterdam $34
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$7.19
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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.
- Agra City Tour With Guide: $43
- Agra Full day Sightseeing with Transports & Tour Guide: $37
- Agra Local Tour with Taj Mahal : $30
- Jaipur Overnight Tour from Agra : $300
- Private Agra Local Sightseeing Tour: $47
- Private Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Day Tour: $42
- Taj Mahal Sunrise & Agra Fort Private Tour - All Inclusive: $21
- 1 Day Agra and 1 Day Jaipur Private Tour from Agra: $202
- 1 Day Private Tour of Agra - Taj Mahal & More: $35
- 11-Hour Agra Day Tour: Sunrise and Sunset of Taj Mahal : $16
- 2 Day Golden Triangle Private Tour From Agra: $233
- 2 Day: Jaipur Tour from Agra with 5 Star Hotel & Drop at Delhi: $216
Tours and Activities in Rotterdam
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rotterdam.
- "Remastered" Audiovisual Experience in Rotterdam: $27
- 2 hour Guided Walking Tour Rotterdam: $3.26
- 2-Hour Walking Tour in Gouda All inclusive: $19
- 90 Minutes Self-Guided Family Friendly Walking Tour in Gouda: $22
- All Inclusive, Private Tour Rotterdam + Euromast 360º view: $209
- Art and Architecture Walking Tour in Rotterdam - guided by Architects: $66
- Best of small-group walking tour: $98
- Boat & Beer Walking Tour: $98
- Breda Highlight Bike Tour: $33
- Breda: The True Lord Quest Experience: $7.18
- Discover Breda with a self-guided Outside Escape city game tour!: $28
- Discover Efteling with train+bus ticket to/from Rotterdam: $20
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAgra $9.64Rotterdam $21
Sample the Local Flavors in Rotterdam
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Rotterdam:
- Beer Brewery Noordt Tastings with Optional Tour: $8.16
- Heineken Building former brewery | Guided Tour: $8.16
- Stadshaven Brewery Tour with Beer Tastings: $13
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Agra and Rotterdam, we can see that Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam is in Europe, 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 Rotterdam would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Agra or Rotterdam?
Agra has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Rotterdam. When comparing the sizes of Agra and Rotterdam, 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.