Which place is cheaper, Haridwar or Aqaba?
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 Aqaba or Haridwar?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Haridwar, 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: Aqaba or Haridwar?
Aqaba
Aqaba is a port city in Jordan, in fact, it is the only port city in the country. This city is located on the Gulf of Aqaba on the Red Sea, which is in the southern part of Jordan. The city is still being developed; many of its facilities and infrastructures are being improved. The population of Aqaba is about 190,000 and the city has been key in developing Jordan's economy via trade and tourism.
Haridwar
A spiritual journey is not complete without a trip to Haridwar as it is the lands of legends and tales cleansed by the Holy Ganga and regarded as the Holiest places for washing of sins. Haridwar is located on the foothills of the Himalayas making the place a truly memorable experience. After making a Haridwar Darshan, you will find most of your answers regarding the unknown and uncertainties. Rishikesh is very close to Haridwar, for waking the adrenaline rush in you. One can plan out so many activities to do in Haridwar for a fun filling vacation.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Photography Tours in India, and The Best Religious Tours in India.
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Aqaba Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $157Haridwar $33
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $157, while the average daily cost in Haridwar is $33. 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 Aqaba and Haridwar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Haridwar $13
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Haridwar $26
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Haridwar
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Haridwar? 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: Aqaba Hotel Prices and Haridwar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24Haridwar $4.63
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- Sheikh Hussein Crossing Private Transfer to or from Aqaba: $250
- Private Transfers To Petra: $200
- Private Transfer: Aqaba Airport to Sheikh Hussein Border or vice versa: $193
- Private Petra Day Trip from Aqaba Port with Return Transfer: $190
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Airport to Allenby King Hussein Bridge: $173
- Transfers , Meet & Assistance at Wadi Araba Crossing Border: $153
- Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Wadi rum: $140
- Private Transfer from Wadi Rum to Amman Airport: $133
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Airport to Amman Hotels: $133
- Private Transfers from Wadi Rum Inside Jordan and Vice Versa: $129
- Aqaba Private Transfer from/to Amman, Airport, Dead Sea or K.H.B: $125
- Transfer from Aqaba City Or TalaBay to Wadi rum: $120
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Haridwar
Also for Haridwar, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Affordable Dehradun Airport Transfer.: $15
- Affordable Dehradun airport transfer to Rishikesh: $20
- Affordable transfer from Haridwar to Delhi: $39
- Affordable transfer from Rishikesh to Dehradun Airport: $20
- Affordable transfer from Rishikesh to Delhi: $39
- Dehradun Airport (DED): Private Transfer to Rishikesh: $17
- Private Transfer from Dehradun Airport to Rishikesh: $35
- Private Transfer from Haridwar to Delhi: $39
- Private Transfer from Rishikesh to Delhi: $42
- Rishikesh: Mini Gartang Gali Guided Half-Day Trek with Transfers: $112
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Haridwar?
Prices for flights to both Haridwar and Aqaba 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 dayAqaba $73Haridwar $15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aqaba
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aqaba.
- Suhaila (connecting through cooking): $50
- Traditional Bedouin Cooking Experience in the Desert: $50
- Overnight in Bedouin Camp. Dinner and breakfast included.: $56
- Explore Wadi Rum: Jeep Tour, Bed and Breakfast, and Dinner: $83
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight in Bedouin Camp & Dinner: $100
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight & Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $110
- 2 Day Wadi Rum Tour: Traditional Dinner and Starlit Cave Camp: $115
- Half Day Sunset Tour + Dinner & overnight stay in luxury tents: $286
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Haridwar
For Haridwar, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Flavors of Haridwar A Sacred 7 Street Guided Food Tour: $40
- Rishikesh: Sattvic Ayurvedic Cooking Class – Cook & Dine: $45
- Rishikesh Half Day Street Food Tour: $49
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Haridwar $8.00
Tours and Activities in Aqaba
Here are a few actual costs in Aqaba for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 02 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $52
- 03 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $61
- 04 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $73
- 2 Days & 1 Night | Jeep & Hike Tour in Wadi Rum Desert | Magic Bedouin Star: $258
- 2 Days 1 Night in Wadi Rum Jeep Tour: $204
- 2 Days Tour | Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea From Amman.: $190
- 2 Hour Jeep Tour - Wadi Rum Desert & Canyon: $35
- 2 Hours Morning or Sunset Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $35
- 2 To 5 Hours Glass Bottom Boat Private Tour At Read Sea: $90
- 2 hours Jeep tour in Wadi Rum with Bedouin guide (incl. bottled water and tea): $100
- 2-day Hiking Adventure and Jeep Tour from Wadi Rum: $200
- 3 Hours Private Stargazing Experience in Wadi Rum: $49
Tours and Activities in Haridwar
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Haridwar.
- 6D Char Dham Yatra Immersive VR Experience at Haridwar: $3.80
- Landour Infinity Walk - A Guided Walking Tour Of Landour: $11
- Nature Walk of Mussoorie (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Guided Night Walking Tour in Rishikesh - Explore the best nightlife with a local: $12
- Ashram Tour By Walk in Rishikesh (Private Tour): $12
- Mussoorie Walking Tour: $13
- River Rafting Adventure In Rishikesh: $13
- Cultural Walking Tour with Local Snacks in Rishikesh: $15
- Private Walking Tour in Rishikesh: $18
- Pottery in Rishikesh A Healing Clay Experience: $22
- Guided Food Walking Tour in Rishikesh with a local - Best of Culture & History: $22
- Rishikesh Spiritual Walking Tour with Ganga Aarti Experience: $24
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Haridwar $5.95
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Haridwar, we can see that Aqaba is more expensive. And not only is Haridwar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aqaba is in Middle East and Haridwar 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 Haridwar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Haridwar 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 Aqaba would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Aqaba than you might in Haridwar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is Haridwar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Haridwar?
Haridwar has a larger population, and is about 96% larger than the population of Aqaba. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Haridwar, 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.