A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Bikaner vs. Asilah for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Bikaner or Asilah?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Bikaner and Asilah can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Bikaner or Asilah?

Bikaner

Bikaner is located in the Rajasthan state in northwest India. This city is where the headquarters of Bikaner District and Division are located. The city was founded in 1486 by Rao Bika, and has a population of about 645,000 people.

Asilah

Spend your summers like the rich and famous with a trip to Asilah, Morocco. With pristine, white buildings and wrought-iron windows, this gorgeous city still holds the traditions from a time when it was under Spanish rule. The town remains rather quiet for most of the year, with a population surge in the summer months. Beaches are packed and there are tourists as far as the eye can see. If you're not a fan of crowds, consider visiting in the spring or fall when the weather is nice, but the tourists are gone.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in India, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco, and The Best Budget Tours to Morocco.


Which place is cheaper, Asilah or Bikaner?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Bikaner is $48, while the average daily cost in Asilah is $66. 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 Bikaner and Asilah in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Bikaner $21
    Asilah $29
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Bikaner $42
    Asilah $58
Compare Hotels in Bikaner and Asilah

Looking for a hotel in Bikaner or Asilah? 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 Bikaner


Hotels in Asilah


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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: Bikaner Hotel Prices and Asilah Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Bikaner $13
    Asilah $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bikaner

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Bikaner:


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $0.24

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bikaner

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

  • Bikaner Heritage Walking Tour with Private Transfer: $153
  • Self Guided Bikaner City Tour With One Way Transfer To Jaipur : $108
  • Private Transfers Bikaner To Jodhpur Drop: $92
  • Private Transfers Bikaner To Mandawa Drop: $61
  • Private Transfer From Bikaner To Jaisalmer: $60
  • Private Transfers Bikaner To Jaipur Drop: $55
  • Private Transfer From Bikaner To Jodhpur: $48
  • One-Way Transfer: Jaipur/Pushker/Jodhpur/Bikaner: $36

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Asilah

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

  • Tangier: Private Transfer to Asilah: $72

Is it cheaper to fly into Bikaner or Asilah?

Prices for flights to both Asilah and Bikaner 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
    Bikaner $17
    Asilah $24

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bikaner

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

  • Taste of Bikaner (2 Hour Guided Street Food Tour with Local): $24
  • Rajasthani Cooking Class in Bikaner: $172

Typical Food Prices in Asilah

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Asilah:


  • Cookies
    $0.50
  • Breakfast for Two
    $4.98
  • Tagine Dinner for 2
    $7.48

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Bikaner $14
    Asilah $22

Tours and Activities in Bikaner

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

  • 10 - Days Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Jaipur and Agra Tour: $420
  • 10 - Days Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Jaipur and Agra Tour: $420
  • 2 - Day Mandawa Tour From Jaipur With Bikaner Drop: $120
  • 6 Days Magnificent Rajasthan Tour: $468
  • 8 - Day Rajasthan Tour, Jaipur, Jaisalmer & Bikaner: $360
  • 8 - Day Rajasthan Tour, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer & Bikaner: $420
  • 8 - Days Desert Tour of Jodhpur, Jaisalmer and Bikaner: $540
  • 8 - Days Desert Tour of Jodhpur, Jaisalmer and Bikaner: $300
  • 8 Days Rajasthan Tour - Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer & Bikaner: $612
  • A Private Guided Tour in Bikaner: $131
  • Bikaner 2 Hour Guided Street Food Tasting Tour: $25
  • Bikaner 2 Hour Guided Street Food Tasting Tour: $25

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Bikaner $12
    Asilah $6.98


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bikaner and Asilah, we can see that Asilah is more expensive. And not only is Bikaner much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bikaner is in Asia and Asilah is in Africa, 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 Bikaner would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bikaner 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 Asilah would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Asilah than you might in Bikaner.

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


Which is Bigger, Bikaner or Asilah?

Bikaner has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Asilah. When comparing the sizes of Bikaner and Asilah, 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.