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

Should you visit Antalya or Himachal Pradesh?

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

Should I visit Antalya or Himachal Pradesh? 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 Himachal Pradesh?

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.

Himachal Pradesh

With a name that translates to "abode of snow," Himachal Pradesh is a state in north-western India with opportunities for experiencing the Himalaya mountain range. Visitors come to the region to experience the mountain scenery, engage in Tibetan culture, and learn about the region's ancient past.

For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in India, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in India.


Which place is cheaper, Himachal Pradesh or Antalya?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Antalya is $147, while the average daily cost in Himachal Pradesh is $0.00. 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 Himachal Pradesh in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Antalya $55
    Himachal Pradesh -
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Antalya $110
    Himachal Pradesh $0.00
Compare Hotels in Antalya and Himachal Pradesh

Looking for a hotel in Antalya or Himachal Pradesh? 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 Himachal Pradesh


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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.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Antalya $110
    Himachal Pradesh -

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya

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

  • olympos cable car with transfer from antalya: $88
  • fire of anatolia show ticket and transfer: $77
  • Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Antalya HTL-APT (AYT): $35
  • Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Antalya APT-HTL (AYT): $35
  • Transfer from Antalya Airport to city of Side: $74
  • Transfer from Antalya Airport to Tekirova: $85
  • Transfer from Antalya Airport to Kiris/Camyuva: $80
  • Transfer from Antalya Airport to Kemer: $74
  • The Land of Legends at Night w/Boat Parade Inl. Transfer f/Side: $35
  • The Land of Legends Theme Park with Transfer from Side: $141
  • The Land of Legends Theme Park with Transfer from Antalya: $91
  • Suluada Boat Tour with Lunch & Roundtrip Transfer from Antalya: $48

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Himachal Pradesh

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

  • Shimla Thermal Resorts to Delhi Airport DEL -Departure Transfer: $93
  • Private Transfer from Rishikesh to Delhi: $47
  • Private Transfer from Nainital to Delhi: $62
  • Private Transfer from Mussoorie to Delhi: $53
  • Private Transfer from Chandigarh to Delhi: $39
  • Private Transfer from Chandigarh City to Chandigarh (IXC) Airport: $37
  • From Delhi: One way Private Transfer Service to Agra: $64
  • Delhi to Indira Gandhi Airport (DEL) - Departure Private Transfer: $68
  • Chandigarh Airport IXC to Manali Resorts - Round-Trip Transfer: $55
  • Affordable transfer from Rishikesh to Delhi: $39
  • Affordable transfer from Rishikesh to Dehradun Airport: $20
  • Affordable Dehradun airport transfer to Rishikesh: $20

Is it cheaper to fly into Antalya or Himachal Pradesh?

Prices for flights to both Himachal Pradesh 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 $25
    Himachal Pradesh -

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antalya

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

  • Traditional Turkish Tastes at Antalya Food Tour: $47
  • Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show with Dinner: $73

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Himachal Pradesh

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

  • Sattvic Traditional Cooking Classes, Rishikesh India: $35
  • Rishikesh Half Day Street Food Tour: $45

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Antalya $46
    Himachal Pradesh -

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: $66
  • Full Day Tour in Altınbeşik Cave and Ürünlü : $60
  • Full-Day Adventure 3 in 1 activity from Antalya to Köprülü Canyon National Park: $53
  • Tour of waterfall (unıque): $71
  • 2 Days Cappadocia Tour from Antalya: $49
  • 2 in 1 Tour in Antalya Rafting and Buggy Safari Tour with Lunch : $40
  • 3 in 1 Rafting Buggy Safari and Zipline Adventure in Antalya: $38
  • 4-Hour Antalya Short Shopping Tour: $21
  • 4-Hour Guided Antalya Aquarium Tour : $68
  • 6-Hour Kemer Pirate Boat Tour with Open-Buffet Lunch from Antalya: $29
  • 7 Hour Adventure on The Land of Legends Theme Park (Antalya): $121
  • ATV Adventure Antalya with Hotel Pick-Up : $65

Tours and Activities in Himachal Pradesh

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

  • 2 Day The Hipster Chandigarh Experience: $106
  • 2 N / 3 D Mahavatar Babaji Cave Tour: $225
  • 2-Days Private tour to Shimla: $95
  • Adventure camping at Mussoorie - 1n2d: $39
  • Adventure camping at Mussoorie - 2n3d: $71
  • Adventure trip in Chakrata : $37
  • Best of the Chandigarh (Guided Full Day City Tour): $131
  • Caving Tour in Rishikesh - 6 Hrs.: $45
  • Chandigarh Museum Tour with Tuk Tuk ride: $25
  • Chandigarh Nightlife Tour with shopping and food tasting: $25
  • Chandigarh Private Full Day Tour : $65
  • Chandigarh Walking Tour : $14

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Antalya $20
    Himachal Pradesh -


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antalya and Himachal Pradesh, we can see that Antalya is more expensive. And not only is Himachal Pradesh much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Antalya is in Europe and Himachal Pradesh 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 Himachal Pradesh would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Himachal Pradesh 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 Himachal Pradesh.

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


Which has a larger population, Antalya or Himachal Pradesh?

Himachal Pradesh has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Antalya. When comparing the sizes of Antalya and Himachal Pradesh, 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.