Which place is cheaper, Udaipur 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 Udaipur?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Udaipur, 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 Udaipur?
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.
Udaipur
Udaipur, also known as the "Venice of the East," is becoming increasingly popular as an Indian wedding destination as well as with travelers searching for a romantic and picturesque city, rich with history, scenic areas, and palaces.
The "City of Lakes" is located in south of Rajasthan. There are a total of ten lakes in the lake system, which are connected and sustain water for drinking, irrigation and industrial use, which contributes to another reason for Udaipur's booming tourism: alcohol.
Udaipur has ideal climate and available water to support a liquor plant while a number of other Indian states ban the consumption of liquor altogether. Many local tourists, such as those from the neighboring dry state of Gujarat on the west, visit Udaipur specifically for this reason, especially considering that Gujarati alcohol prices are much higher and liquor must be purchased through the black market. It's no wonder why Udaipur is the destination for celebrations and vacation.
Udaipur has tropical weather and three main seasons, which are summer, monsoon, and winter. Winter, which takes place between September to March, is the most pleasant time to visit for sunny and warm days and cool nights.
Udaipur was also made famous in the James Bond film Octopussy. Several local hotels show the film nightly.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, and The Best Adventure Tours to India.
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Aqaba Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $157Udaipur $36
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $157, while the average daily cost in Udaipur is $36. 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 Udaipur in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Udaipur $14
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Udaipur $28
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Udaipur
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Udaipur? 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 Udaipur Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24Udaipur $6.20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- Amman/Death Sea: 1-Way Transfer to/from Wadi Rum in Private: $266
- Aqaba : Private Transfer From the Airport or your Hotel: $88
- Aqaba Airport (AQJ) to Aqaba hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $61
- Aqaba Airport Transfer to Petra: $90
- Aqaba Hussein Airport (AQJ) to Aqaba - Arrival Private Transfer: $30
- Aqaba Private Transfer from/to Amman, Airport, Dead Sea or K.H.B: $125
- Aqaba or Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Petra: $105
- Petra by Night Tour with Private Transfer: $198
- Private Beach, Pools, Snorkeling & Boat Trip,Transfer: $66
- Private Car Transfer with Wadi Rum Jeep Safari: $169
- Private Transfer to Petra with Wi-Fi and Water: $191
- Aqaba:Water Park Entry Ticket with Meal & transfer for 1 way: $66
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Udaipur
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Udaipur:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Udaipur
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Udaipur:
- From Jaisalmer : Private One Way Udaipur Transfer in AC Car: $134
- Jagmandir Island And Sunset Boat Ride On Lake Pichola, Udaipur Without Transfers: $134
- Jodhpur To Udaipur Transfer: $85
- Jodhpur to Udaipur one Way Transfer: $46
- One Way Transfer From Udaipur To Jodhpur With Kumbhalgarh Fort: $113
- One Way Udaipur To Delhi Transfer: $162
- One Way Udaipur To Jaipur Transfer: $81
- One way City Transfer To/From Udaipur and Jaipur: $100
- Private A/c Transfer Udaipur To Mount Abu ( 4 Seat A/c Sedan): $85
- Private A/c Transfer Udaipur To Mount Abu ( 6 Seat A/c Suv ): $106
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Udaipur Airport: $23
- Private One Way Transfer From Udaipur To Ahmadabad: $49
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Udaipur?
Prices for flights to both Udaipur 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 $73Udaipur $17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aqaba
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aqaba.
- Sunset Cruise with BBQ Dinner and Drinks: $54
- Overnight in Bedouin Camp. Dinner and breakfast included.: $56
- Explore Wadi Rum: Jeep Tour, Bed and Breakfast, and Dinner: $82
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight in Bedouin Camp & Dinner: $100
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight & Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $109
- From Wadi Rum Full-Day Private Jeep Tour with Dinner: $169
- Wadi Rum Private Tour with Jeep Safari and Dinner: $220
- Half Day Sunset Tour + Dinner & overnight stay in luxury tents: $286
- Petra & Wadi Rum Private Tour with Dinner one day: $425
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Udaipur
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Udaipur.
- Enjoyable,homely & mom 's delicious cooking classes: $14
- Durga Cooking Class: $15
- Jag Mandir Island Dinner with Boat Ride transfers: $112
- Dinner at Jag Mandir Island with Boat Ride on Lake Pichola - Udaipur: $235
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Udaipur $6.28
Tours and Activities in Aqaba
Here are a few actual costs in Aqaba for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Sightseeing Bike Rental in Aqaba: $7.00
- Turgut camp with tour: $15
- Aqaba : All Water Sports Adventure in the Red Sea: $22
- Join Us Before Sunset – Aqaba Walking Tour Let's Go!: $27
- Wadi Rum Half-day Jeep Tour incl. sandboard, water & Bedouin tea: $30
- Aqaba Walking Tour : History ,Culture & Food: $30
- Glass-Bottom Boat 2-hours Tour and Coral-Reef Viewing from Aqaba: $30
- Stargazing Adventure in Jordan: $30
- Private Walking Tour in Aqaba City with Free Meal: $30
- Saraya Aqaba Waterpark entrance tickets: $33
- Wadi Rum: Premium English Speaking Guide 4WD Desert Tour: $33
- 2 Hour Jeep Tour - Wadi Rum Desert & Canyon: $35
Typical Entertainment Prices in Udaipur
Here are a few typical costs in Udaipur for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Palace Entrance Fee$1.05
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Lake Boat Tour$2.10
Tours and Activities in Udaipur
Here are a few actual costs in Udaipur for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Sunrise Taj Mahal Tour from Delhi By Car- All Inclusive.: $4.96
- Half Day Udaipur City Tour by Tuk Tuk or Car: $7.45
- Udaipur Heritage City and Local Market Walking tour: $8.00
- Udaipur Night Walk (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $8.51
- Private Udaipur Sightseeing Tour by Tuk-Tuk or Car with Driver: $11
- Half-Day Eklingji & Nagda Temple Tour by Tuk-Tuk or Car: $11
- Guided Night Walking Tour in Udaipur - Explore the best nightlife with a local: $11
- Agra: Baby Taj and Mehtab Bagh Sunset Viewpoint Tour: $14
- Full Day Udaipur City Tour By Tuk-Tuk (Auto Rickshaw): $14
- Udaipur Sightseeing Tour by Private Car – Full Day: $16
- Jaipur City Tour: City Palace, Jantar, Hawa & Jal Mahal: $18
- Countryside Village Tour- an authentic village visit: $19
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Udaipur $7.82
Sample the Local Flavors in Udaipur
Also in Udaipur, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl Udaipur: $34
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Udaipur, we can see that Aqaba is more expensive. And not only is Udaipur much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aqaba is in Middle East and Udaipur 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 Udaipur would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Udaipur 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 Udaipur.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is Udaipur Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Udaipur?
Udaipur has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Aqaba. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Udaipur, 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.