Which place is cheaper, Rajasthan or Aqaba?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Aqaba or Rajasthan?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Rajasthan, 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 Rajasthan?
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.
Rajasthan
It's time to visit the world of harems and maharajahs, palaces and fortresses, incense and mysticism. Rajasthan is a state in the northwest of India full of history and magnificent forts – the best in the country. Known as the Land of Kings, Rajasthan really has something for everyone. With sand dunes, jungles, camel trains, wild tigers, glittering jewels, vibrant cultures and a calendar full of festivals, this area is a must-see spot in this bucket list country.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $127Rajasthan $0.00
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $127, while the average daily cost in Rajasthan 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 Aqaba and Rajasthan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Rajasthan -
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Rajasthan $0.00
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Rajasthan
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Rajasthan? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24Rajasthan -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- Amman: Day Trip Petra & Wadi Rum Guided Tour with Transfer: $490
- Private Transfer: From Amman City To Wadi Rum: $209
- Private Transfer: Aqaba Airport to Sheikh Hussein Border or vice versa: $193
- Aqaba Or Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Dead Sea, Jordan: $185
- Aqaba King Hussein Airport (AQJ): Transfer to Aqaba hotels: $164
- Private Transfer from Araba Border to Amman Queen Alia Airport: $153
- Private Transfer from Aqaba Airport to Amman Hotels: $133
- Private Transfer from Wadi Rum to Amman Airport: $133
- Transfers , Meet & Assistance at Wadi Araba Crossing Border : $133
- Aqaba South Beach to Wadi Rum Private Transfer: $130
- Aqaba Private Transfer from/to Amman, Airport, Dead Sea or K.H.B: $125
- Private Transfer: Aqaba Airport to Ma'in Hotel: $120
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rajasthan
Also for Rajasthan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Jaipur Taj Mahal & Agra Tour and Transfer to Delhi: $92
- Private A/c Transfer Mount Abu to Jaipur ( 6 Seat A/c Suv ): $246
- Private A/c Transfer Mount Abu to Jodhpur ( 6 Seat A/c Suv ): $123
- 2-Day Jaipur City Tour visit Amber Fort, City Palace with Transfers: $164
- 3 Day Guided Jaipur Tour With Stay at Heritage Home With Transfer: $144
- Airport Transfer: Jodhpur Airport (JDH) to Hotels in Jodhpur: $22
- Airport Transfer: Maharana Pratap Airport to Hotels in Udaipur: $22
- Bikaner Heritage Walking Tour with Private Transfer: $153
- Budget Transfer from Jaipur to Udaipur with Chittorgarh visit: $100
- Day Trip to Keoladeo Birds National Park from Jaipur With Transfer to Agra: $99
- Excursion to Surwal Lake With Transfers & Guided Trip: $37
- Exploring the Colorful Markets: Shopping tour of Jaipur with Transfers: $107
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Rajasthan?
Prices for flights to both Rajasthan 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 $42Rajasthan -
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
- Explore Wadi Rum: Jeep Tour, Bed and Breakfast, and Dinner: $64
- 4 hour desert jeep tour with overnight in beduin camp including dinner&breakfast: $85
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight + Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $87
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight in Bedouin Camp & Dinner : $88
- 2 Day Wadi Rum Tour: Traditional Dinner and Starlit Cave Camp: $115
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight + Dinner Under the Stars: $135
- From Wadi Rum Full-Day Private Jeep Tour with Dinner: $169
- From Aqaba to Wadi Rum ,Jeep Tour with Dinner (Half Day): $185
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rajasthan
For Rajasthan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Jaipur Street food tour: $4.59
- chai and pakora cooking class: $6.15
- Half Day Osian Village Safari Tour with Dinner: $11
- Indian Cooking Class with Local Family in Jaipur: $12
- Enjoyable,homely & mom 's delicious cooking classes: $16
- Dinner With Traditional Rajput Family (Its Not Just Only A Cooking Class) : $16
- Durga Cooking Class: $17
- cooking class demo with dinner: $20
- Experience Indian Food Cooking Session At Local Family: $20
- Famous Masala Chowk Food Tour: $20
- Cooking class demo with dinner : $21
- Jaipur Full Day Tour with local family dinner: $21
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Rajasthan -
Tours and Activities in Aqaba
Here are a few actual costs in Aqaba for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Day Tour in Jeep Tour with Bedouin Guide: $81
- Discover the Depths: Aqaba's Ultimate private Dive Experience: $55
- Full-Day Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum without Overnight Stay: $85
- 03 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $47
- 06 Hours Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum : $84
- 1 Day & 1 Night | Stay & Jeep + Camel Tour in Wadi Rum | Magic Bedouin Star: $136
- 2 Days & 1 Night | Jeep & Hike Tour in Wadi Rum Desert | Magic Bedouin Star: $258
- 2 Days Guided Hiking Tour To Wadi Rum Jebal Al Hash: $103
- 2 Days private tour Petra, Wadi Rum (overnight) from Amman: $682
- 2 Hour Jeep Tour - Wadi Rum Desert & Canyon: $35
- 2 Hours Morning or Sunset Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $35
- 2 hours Jeep tour in Wadi Rum with Bedouin guide (incl. bottled water and tea): $100
Tours and Activities in Rajasthan
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rajasthan.
- Private Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour from Jaipur by Car: $5.00
- Agra Sunrise Sightseeing with Fatehpur Sikri: All Inclusive: $5.00
- Private Full Day Jaipur Sightseeing Tour By Tuk Tuk: $6.00
- Temple Tour Of Jaisalmer Rajasthan: $6.15
- Jaipur customized Half Day Tour: $6.55
- City Walking Tour-THE Pushkar Route: $6.76
- Private Sightseeing Tour of Jaipur by Tuk-Tuk: $6.76
- Private Full-Day Jaipur Sightseeing Tour by Tuk-Tuk: $6.76
- Temples Walk around 52 Ghats ( Spiritual Tour )-The Pushkar Route: $7.00
- Skip the Line Taj Mahal and Agra Day Tour from Jaipur: $7.00
- Afternoon Walk Tour with Sunset & Fire Ritual -The Pushkar Route : $7.00
- Private Jaipur Full-Day Tour by Tuk-Tuk Safari: $7.37
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Rajasthan -
Sample the Local Flavors in Rajasthan
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Rajasthan:
- Pub Crawl Uaipur (3 Hours Guided Nightlife Experience): $20
- Pub Crawl Jaipur: $39
- Pub Crawl Udaipur: $39
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Rajasthan, we can see that Aqaba is more expensive. And not only is Rajasthan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aqaba is in Middle East and Rajasthan 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 Rajasthan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Rajasthan 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 Rajasthan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is Rajasthan Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Aqaba or Rajasthan?
Rajasthan has a larger population, and is about 650 times larger than the population of Aqaba. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Rajasthan, 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.
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