A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Eilat vs. Uttar Pradesh for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Eilat or Uttar Pradesh?

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

Should I visit Eilat or Uttar Pradesh? 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: Eilat or Uttar Pradesh?

Eilat

Eilat serves as the gateway to Israel from Egypt. It's located at the southern tip of the country and sits on the Red Sea with views of the Gulf of Aqaba. It's location in the Negev Desert along the beautiful coast make it appealing to both domestic and international vacationers.

Eilat is a resort town with many dive shops and snorkeling opportunities. The population of about 50,000 can easily be overshadowed by vacationers. With no shortage of sun, entertainment, bars, and partying, you will find both Israeli and international tourists looking for an oasis of fun and relaxation.

Although the area's coral reefs were being damaged by overuse, the removal of contraversial fish cages in 2008 has led to a slow recovery and an improvement in the quality of diving and snorkeling in the area. There are also less crowds than you will find in Sharm el-Sheikh or Dahab, Egypt.

Eilat has a hot desert climate. The summers are hot and dry and the winters are warm and dry. Temperatures in the winter can range from 52 to 73 degrees Fahrenheit and summer temperatures are usually between 79 and 104 degrees Fahrenheit.

Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh is a state in the northern plains region of India. The vast region has an ancient and interesting history which has even been said to have inspired two great epics of India, the Ramayana and Mahabharata. It is most famous for the Taj Mahal, located in Agra - the tourist capital of the region.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Israel, The Best 2-Week Tours in Israel, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, and The Best Adventure Tours to India.


Which place is cheaper, Uttar Pradesh or Eilat?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Eilat Prices
    Israel Prices
    Uttar Pradesh Prices
    India Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Eilat $211
    Uttar Pradesh $314

The average daily cost (per person) in Eilat is $211, while the average daily cost in Uttar Pradesh is $314. 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 Eilat and Uttar Pradesh in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Eilat $118
    Uttar Pradesh $154
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Eilat $236
    Uttar Pradesh $308
Compare Hotels in Eilat and Uttar Pradesh

Looking for a hotel in Eilat or Uttar Pradesh? 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 Eilat


Hotels in Uttar Pradesh


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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: Eilat Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Eilat $17
    Uttar Pradesh $39
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Eilat

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


  • Local Bus
    $4.73

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Uttar Pradesh

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Uttar Pradesh:

  • Wildlife SOS Visit with One Way Transfer from Agra to Delhi: $49
  • Vrindavan to Delhi private transfer: $28
  • Varanasi: Sarnath Tour with Guide & Car Including Hotel transfers: $70
  • Varanasi hotel to Bodhgaya hotel private transfer: $135
  • Varanasi Airport to Varanasi Hotels drop: Private Transfers: $33
  • Transfer from Delhi to Jaipur with Tajmahal sight seeing: $187
  • Transfer from Agra to Jaipur via Fatehpur Shikri and Abhaneri: $93
  • Transfer from Agra to Jaipur by Private Car: $91
  • Transfer from Agra to Jaipur: $90
  • Transfer from Agra to Delhi Airport: $70
  • Transfer From Agra Hotel To Agra Airport and vice versa: $22
  • Transfer Agra To Jaipur By Ac Car With Fatehpur sikari.: $85

Is it cheaper to fly into Eilat or Uttar Pradesh?

Prices for flights to both Uttar Pradesh and Eilat 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
    Eilat $77
    Uttar Pradesh $119

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Eilat

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

  • The Feast at the Camel Ranch in Eilat with Dinner Alcohol Event: $95

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Uttar Pradesh

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Uttar Pradesh.

  • Dine In Indian, home cooked food Agra Food tour My Magic Kitchen: $20
  • Agra Local Arts and Crafts and Food Tours with Guide: $20
  • Private Indian Cooking Demonstration and In-Home Meal Minutes from the Taj Mahal: $33
  • Watch Bollywood Movie with Dinner in Agra: $35
  • Indian Home Visit Cooking Demo: $38
  • Seth Gali Bazaar Walk with Lavish on table barbecue dinner: $38
  • Cooking Demonstration + Meals and interaction Workshop: $38
  • Cooking Class with Sona: $39
  • Authentic Indian Family Cooking Class in Agra: $40
  • Dinner at Agra with local Indian family: $40
  • Varanasi: Private Food Tour with Ganga Aarti Ceremony: $42
  • Agra Food Tour - A walking buffet: $43

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Eilat $20
    Uttar Pradesh $61

Tours and Activities in Eilat

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

  • Glass Bottom Boat Cruise in Eilat: $22
  • Eilat Mountains: Sunset Jeep Adventure to Mount Joash: $63
  • Summer Night Guided Tour with Picnic in the Mountains: $63
  • Morning Jeep Tour of Eilat Mountains: $63
  • Morning jeep tour in Eilat mountains: $75
  • Jeep tour adventure Eilat mountains: $75
  • From Red Canyon Guided Tour: $78
  • From Timna Park Guided Jeep Tour: $78
  • Red canyon jeep tour in Eilat: $98
  • Timna park Jeep tour adventure: $98
  • Petra 1-Day Tour from Eilat + FREE Traditional Lunch: $199
  • Day Tour to Petra from Eilat: $219

Tours and Activities in Uttar Pradesh

Here are a few actual costs in Uttar Pradesh for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 03 Day Spiritual Tour: Kashi Vishwanath,Ganga Aarti Sarnath”: $271
  • 06 Hours Agra City Tour - Private: $75
  • 08 Hours : Private - Full Day City Tour Of Delhi: $53
  • 08 Hours : Private Full Day City Tour of Jaipur: $90
  • 1 Day Agra and 1 Day Jaipur Private Tour from Agra: $202
  • 1 Day Private Tour of Agra - Taj Mahal & More: $35
  • 11 - Hours Agra Tour: Sunrise and Sunset of Taj Mahal from Delhi.: $100
  • 2 Day Private Bodhgaya Tour From Varanasi: $189
  • 2 Day: Jaipur Tour from Agra with 5 Star Hotel & Drop at Delhi: $216
  • 2 Days Jaipur City Tour from Agra: $85
  • 2 Days Private Taj Mahal Sunrise and Agra Overnight Tour: $239
  • 2 Days Private Taj Mahal and Agra Tour by Car: $174

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Eilat $34
    Uttar Pradesh $29

Sample the Local Flavors in Uttar Pradesh

Also in Uttar Pradesh, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Pub Crawl Lucknow: $35


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

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


Which has a larger population, Eilat or Uttar Pradesh?

Uttar Pradesh has a larger population, and is about 3640 times larger than the population of Eilat. When comparing the sizes of Eilat and Uttar Pradesh, 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.