Which place is cheaper, Pushkar or Antalya?
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 Antalya or Pushkar?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Antalya or Pushkar? 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 Pushkar?
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.
Pushkar
Pushkar is a city located in the state of Rajasthan, India. The city is considered a holy one; it's famous for its Brahma temple. It is also known for its ghats, its lake, and bazaar. Brahma is one part of the holy Hindu trinity and is known sit on a lotus flower (which is what 'Pushkar' translates to). In Hindu religion, Brahma is believed to be the creator of this world and Pushkar is the most important temple.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best Sightseeing Tours in India, and The Best Cultural Tours in India.
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Antalya Prices
Turkey PricesPushkar Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntalya $114Pushkar $31
The average daily cost (per person) in Antalya is $114, while the average daily cost in Pushkar is $31. 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 Pushkar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntalya $38Pushkar $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntalya $76Pushkar $22
Compare Hotels in Antalya and Pushkar
Looking for a hotel in Antalya or Pushkar? 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: Antalya Hotel Prices and Pushkar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antalya $76Pushkar $4.35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya
Also for Antalya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Antalya Land of Legends Night Show with Hotel Transfer: $5.83
- Antalya/Kemer: Mega Star Party Boat w/Lunch & Hotel Transfer: $9.11
- Land of Legends Night Show Transfer & Boat Parade: $9.15
- Land of Legends Night Show in Antalya – Round Transfer Included: $10
- Land Of Legends Night Show Transfer with Optional Private: $12
- Antalya/Kemer/Belek Land Of Legends Night Show Tour with Transfer: $13
- Antalya Land of Legends Night Show with Hotel Transfer: $14
- Side: Whitewater Rafting Adventure with Lunch and Transfer: $15
- Transfer Land of Legends Tour: $15
- Antalya Land of Legends Night Show with Transfer: $15
- Antalya or Kemer: Land of Legends Roundtrip Night Transfer: $16
- Antalya Airport Private Transfer to Antalya, Belek, Side, Alanya: $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pushkar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pushkar:
- Private Transfers Pushkar To Udaipur Drop: $54
- Private Transfer from Pushkar to Jaipur: $37
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Udaipur In AC Vehicle: $112
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Ranthambore In AC Vehicle: $117
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To New Delhi In AC Vehicle: $112
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Mount Abu In AC Vehicle: $112
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Jodhpur In AC Vehicle: $71
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Jaipur In AC Vehicle: $45
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Agra In AC Vehicle: $112
- Jodhpur :Private Transfer to Jaisalmer, Jaipur, Pushkar: $47
- Jaipur: Private Transfer to Jodhpur with Pushkar tour: $62
Is it cheaper to fly into Antalya or Pushkar?
Prices for flights to both Pushkar 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
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Food Meals for one dayAntalya $30Pushkar $16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antalya
For Antalya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Antalya/Side/Alanya: Land of Legends Night Show with Dinner: $1.59
- Antalya/Belek/Kemer: Suluada Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner: $9.74
- Land of Legends Night Show w/Dinner: $16
- From Suluada Island Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner: $40
- Pamukkalea and Salda Lake Tour with Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner: $50
- Kunefe Cooking Class with Local Chef in Old Town: $53
- Fire of Anatolia Dance Show and Dinner at Aspendos from Kemer: $64
- Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show with Dinner: $78
- Turkish Baklava Cooking Class with a Local Host: $80
- Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Mom in Central Antalya: $80
- Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Host: $82
- Antalya Eats Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $99
Typical Food Prices in Pushkar
Some typical examples of dining costs in Pushkar are as follows:
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Lunch$2.10
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pushkar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Pushkar.
- Traditional Rajasthani Cooking Class with Local Family in Pushkar: $69
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antalya $32Pushkar $7.21
Tours and Activities in Antalya
For Antalya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Kemer Traditional Turkish Bath Experience w/Massage: $5.41
- TOP Antalya : Private Guided Tour with your mobile: $5.83
- Antalya Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.00
- Antalya/Belek/Kemer: Deluxe Party Boat Tour with Lunch: $6.49
- Antalya Scuba Diving Adventure w/Private Expert Diver Option: $7.40
- Antalya City Tour: Old Town, Waterfalls, Boat & Cable Car: $7.74
- Antalya & Kemer: 2 Dives Scuba Diving Tour with Lunch: $9.74
- Antalya : Guided Old City Tour w/Cable Car&Waterfalls & Boat Trip: $12
- Antalya /Belek : Guided City Tour w/Cable Car & Waterfalls & Boat: $12
- Antalya : Old City Tour w/Olympos Cable Car & Waterfalls & Boat: $12
- Antalya /Belek / Lara : Waterfall Boat Tour w/Lunch & Soft Drinks: $12
- Self-Guided Audio City Tour on Your Phone: $12
Tours and Activities in Pushkar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Pushkar are as follows:
- 10-Day Jaipur, Udaipur, Mount Abu, Jodhpur & Jaisalmer Tour: $574
- 7-Day Udaipur, Chittorgarh, Pushkar & Jaipur Tour: $402
- Afternoon Walk Tour with Sunset & Fire Ritual -The Pushkar Route: $7.00
- Ajmer City Walking tour - The Pushkar Route: $32
- Cultural Walk of Pushkar (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Evening Walking tour with Fire Ceremony - The Pushkar Route: $8.00
- Experience Private Food And Culture Walk-The Pushkar Route: $15
- Explore Pushkar in a Day from Jaipur, Private Tour: $62
- Food Walk Tour Pushkar (2 hours guided food tasting walk): $22
- From Jaipur : Ajmer Pushkar Private Tour by Cab with Guide: $56
- From Jaipur : Private Ajmer Pushkar Tour by Cab: $68
- From Jaipur: Private Ajmer and Pushkar Guided Tour: $90
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntalya $14Pushkar $5.86
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: $22
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antalya and Pushkar, we can see that Antalya is more expensive. And not only is Pushkar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Antalya is in Europe and Pushkar 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 Pushkar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pushkar 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 Pushkar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antalya Expensive? and Is Pushkar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antalya or Pushkar?
Antalya has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Pushkar. When comparing the sizes of Antalya and Pushkar, 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.