A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Antalya vs. Bikaner for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Antalya or Bikaner?

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

Should I visit Antalya or Bikaner? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Antalya or Bikaner?

Antalya

Antalya is the largest city along Turkey's Mediterranean coast and the eighth largest city in the country with over one million people in the metropolitan area. The city dates back to about 200 BC when it was settled by the Attalid Dynasty of Pergamon and soon conquered by the Romans. The city was ruled by several different groups and most recently was transferred to Italian suzerainty following World War I. It became part of Turkey following the War of Independence. The city has seen an influx of development in recent years and it has grown into a tourism mecca with more than 12 million visitors in 2014.

Bikaner

Bikaner is located in the Rajasthan state in northwest India. This city is where the headquarters of Bikaner District and Division are located. The city was founded in 1486 by Rao Bika, and has a population of about 645,000 people.

For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best Bicycle Tours in India, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India.


Which place is cheaper, Bikaner or Antalya?

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 Antalya is $108, while the average daily cost in Bikaner is $53. 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 Antalya and Bikaner in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Antalya $36
    Bikaner $18
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Antalya $72
    Bikaner $36
Compare Hotels in Antalya and Bikaner

Looking for a hotel in Antalya or Bikaner? 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 Antalya


Hotels in Bikaner


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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: Antalya Hotel Prices and Bikaner Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Antalya $72
    Bikaner $11

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya

Also for Antalya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • fire of anatolia show ticket and transfer: $91
  • antalya to cappadocia/cappadocia to antalya private transfer: $535
  • VIP Private Transfer from Antalya Airport: $0.61
  • VIP Private Transfer Service in Antalya: $46
  • VIP Antalya Airport Transfer with Upsun Transfer: $80
  • Turkish Maldives Suluada Boat Trip, Lunch & Transfer from Antalya: $44
  • Transfer from Antalya Airport to city of Side: $93
  • Transfer from Antalya Airport to Kiris/Camyuva: $104
  • Transfer from Antalya Airport to Kemer: $92
  • The Land of Legends Night Show with Hotel Transfer: $28
  • Tazı Canyon & Rafting Full Day with Transfer and Lunch: $29
  • Side: Whitewater Rafting Adventure with Lunch and Transfer: $15

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bikaner

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


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $0.21

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bikaner

Also for Bikaner, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Self Guided Bikaner City Tour With One Way Transfer To Jaipur: $108
  • Private Transfer From Bikaner To Jodhpur: $48
  • Private Transfer From Bikaner To Jaisalmer: $60
  • Bikaner Hotels to Bikaner Airport drop: Private Transfers: $5.45
  • Bikaner Heritage Walking Tour with Private Transfer: $136
  • Bikaner Airport to Bikaner Hotels drop: Private Transfers: $5.45

Is it cheaper to fly into Antalya or Bikaner?

Prices for flights to both Bikaner and Antalya 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
    Antalya $29
    Bikaner $26

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antalya

For Antalya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Land of Legends Night Show w/Dinner: $11
  • Antalya/Side/Alanya: Land of Legends Night Show with Dinner: $29
  • Sunset Cruise with Waterfalls, Dinner & Drinks: $31
  • From Suluada Island Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner: $44
  • Antalya/Belek/Kemer: Suluada Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner: $44
  • Pamukkale and Salda Lake Tour with Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner: $50
  • Fire of Anatolia Dance Show and Dinner at Aspendos from Kemer: $63
  • Kunefe Cooking Class with Local Chef in Old Town: $63
  • Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show with Dinner: $76
  • Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Mom in Central Antalya: $76
  • Turkish Breakfast Cooking with a Local Mom in Antalya: $80
  • Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Mom in Central Antalya: $90

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bikaner

For Bikaner, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Rajasthani Cooking Class in Bikaner: $150

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Antalya $30
    Bikaner $13

Tours and Activities in Antalya

For Antalya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • # Antalya City Tour 2 Waterfalls, Boat Trip –All Tickets Included: $17
  • 2 Days Cappadocia Tour From Antalya: $70
  • 2 Days Cappadocia Tour from Antalya: $46
  • 2 Days Guided Tour of Cappadocia: $60
  • 2-Day Guided Cappadocia Tour with Cave Hotel Option From Antalya: $60
  • 3 Different Natural Wonders Waterfall Tours in ANTALYA: $59
  • 6-Hour Kemer Pirate Boat Tour with Open-Buffet Lunch from Antalya: $42
  • 90-minute Canoe or Sup Experience in Antalya: $65
  • ATV Adventure Antalya with Hotel Pick-Up: $44
  • ATV Quad Bike Safari Tour in Antalya, Alanya, Belek, Side & Kemer: $40
  • Adrasan & Suluada (Turkish Maldives) Island Boat Tour: $39
  • Alanya Horse Riding Experience: $63

Tours and Activities in Bikaner

For Bikaner, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • 8-Day Desert Adventure - Jodhpur, Jaisalmer & Bikaner: $431
  • A Private Guided Tour in Bikaner: $115
  • Bikaner 2 Hour Guided Street Food Tasting Tour: $22
  • Bikaner Full Day Sightseeing with Bhandeshwari Jain Temple and Lunch: $118
  • Bikaner Full Day Sightseeing with Junagarh Fort & Temples: $104
  • Bikaner Full Day Sightseeing with Junagarh Fort & Temples and Lunch: $136
  • Bikaner Sightseeing with Tour Guide - Custom Hours, Itinerary: $49
  • Bikaner to Jaisalmer: Junagarh Fort & Rat Temple Tour: $53
  • Botanical Miniature Painting Experience: $86
  • Full-Day Sightseeing Tour with Karni Mata Temple: $87
  • Karni Mata Temple Half-Day Guided Tour: $46
  • Discover Bikaner in Nightlights (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Antalya $13
    Bikaner $11

Sample the Local Flavors in Antalya

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Antalya:

  • Antalya's Pub Crawl with Local Guide: $26


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antalya and Bikaner, we can see that Antalya is more expensive. And not only is Bikaner much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Antalya is in Europe and Bikaner is in Asia, 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 Bikaner would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bikaner 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 Antalya would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Antalya than you might in Bikaner.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antalya Expensive? and Is Bikaner Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Antalya or Bikaner?

Antalya has a larger population, and is about 32% larger than the population of Bikaner. When comparing the sizes of Antalya and Bikaner, 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.