A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Ephesus vs. Gujarat for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Ephesus or Gujarat?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Gujarat, 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: Ephesus or Gujarat?

Ephesus

The ancient city of Ephesus was famed for the Temple of Artemis (completed around 550 BC). It is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The temple was destroyed in 401 AD and rebuilt by Emperor Constantine I along with new public baths. The town was again partially destroyed by an earthquake in 614 AD. The city's importance as a commercial center declined as the harbor was slowly silted up by the Cayster River (Kucuk Menderes).

Gujarat

Gujarat is a state in the western region of India characterized by its varied terrain from flatlands to sacred hilltops as well as a number of important cultural sites. It is a region significant to the history of the spiritual leader Mahatma Ghandi and has many urban centers and villages which display the area's thriving culture.

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Which place is cheaper, Gujarat or Ephesus?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Gujarat is $24. 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 Ephesus and Gujarat in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Ephesus $70
    Gujarat $12
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Ephesus $140
    Gujarat $24
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Gujarat

Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Gujarat? 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 Ephesus


Hotels in Gujarat


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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: Ephesus Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Ephesus $51
    Gujarat $6.73

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ephesus

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

  • Bodrum Scuba Diving tour with BBQ Lunch & Roundtrip Transfer: $74
  • Didim (Altinkum) Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $115
  • Ephesus Private Guided Tour with Lunch and Transfers: $80
  • From-to Izmir AirPort to-from Kusadası Private Airport Transfer: $75
  • Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) Transfer to OR from Kusadasi: $100
  • Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport - Kusadasi Centrum (All hotels, home...) transfers: $66
  • Kusadasi Boat Trip With Lunch And Hotel Transfer: $40
  • Kusadasi Buggy Car Safari With Free Hotel Transfer Service: $40
  • Kusadasi Half Day Quad Safari Experience With Free Hotel Transfer: $50
  • Kusadasi Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $169
  • Kusadasi Hotels to Izmir Airport ADB Transfers: $93
  • Kusadasi International Golf Hotels to Izmir Airport ADB Transfers: $93

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gujarat

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gujarat:

  • Private A/c Transfer Ahmedabad to Mount Abu ( 6 Seat A/c Suv ): $111
  • Private Transfers Ahmedabad‎ To Udaipur Drop: $61
  • Private Transfer From Ahmedabad To Udaipur: $59
  • Private Transfer from Ahmedabad to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (AMD) Airport: $41
  • Private Transfer from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (AMD) Airport to Ahmedabad : $41
  • Private Transfer from Rajkot City to Rajkot (RAJ) Airport: $41
  • Private Transfer from Rajkot (RAJ) Airport to Rajkot City: $41
  • Private Transfer from Vadodara City to Vadodara (BDQ) Airport: $41
  • Private Transfer from Vadodara (BDQ) Airport to Vadodara City: $41
  • Ahmedabad to Udaipur private transfer: $37

Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Gujarat?

Prices for flights to both Gujarat and Ephesus 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
    Ephesus $33
    Gujarat $7.55
Typical Food Prices in Ephesus

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


  • Sandwiches
    $0.15
  • Dessert
    $0.17
  • Lunch at Beach (for 2)
    $0.59
  • Snacks
    $0.25

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ephesus

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

  • Cooking Class in Kusadasi Ephesus: $110
  • Taste of Traditional Turkish Cuisine | Small Group Kusadasi Food Tour: $211
  • Cooking Class in Ephesus Selcuk Town: $228

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Gujarat

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

  • Full Day tour of Rajkot City with Traditional themed Dinner: $61
  • Sarkhej Mosque and Utensils Museum with Dinner - Ahmedabad: $226

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Ephesus $59
    Gujarat $4.19

Tours and Activities in Ephesus

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ephesus.

  • Self-guided Virtual Tour of The Highlights: $6.53
  • Entry Free: Drive by Ephesus and Ancient Wonder Tour: $12
  • Self-guided Virtual Tour of the ancient pearl of the Mediterranean: $17
  • Kusadasi Traditional Turkish Bath Hamam Experience : $18
  • Half-Day Ancient City of Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi Port: $18
  • Private Ephesus and Shopping Tour for Cruisers Only: $18
  • Skip the Line:Private& Small Group Ephesus Tour For Cruise Guest : $19
  • Skip the Line - Best of Ephesus: $19
  • Time Travel in Affordable and Spectacular Experience: $20
  • Kusadasi Quad Safari Adventure: $20
  • Kusadasi Scuba Diving Tour By Local Experts: $20
  • Best of Ephesus Guided Tour For Cruise Guest : $20

Tours and Activities in Gujarat

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

  • Ahmedabad Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $32
  • Ahmedabad Night Walk (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
  • Ahmedabad Private City Tour Including Local Night Market: $64
  • Architectural Tour : $40
  • Bhuj and Hodka Village Tour From Rajkot: $251
  • Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park Day Trip (Guided Car Tour from Ahmedabad): $147
  • Day Trip to Gandhinagar (Guided Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Ahmedabad): $147
  • Day Trip to Modhera & Patan City (Guided Sightseeing Tour from Ahmedabad): $147
  • Day Trip to Statue of Unity (Guided Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Ahmedabad): $152
  • Day Trip to Statue of Unity (Guided Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Vadodara): $135
  • Divine Hills and Temples: Palitana Jain Temple Trekking Tour: $98
  • Evening Half Day Step Well Tour With traditional baazar & Jumma Masjid extension: $100

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Ephesus $15
    Gujarat $6.13
Typical Alcohol Prices in Ephesus

Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Ephesus from other travelers:


  • Beer
    $0.12

Sample the Local Flavors in Ephesus

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

  • Skip-the-line Ephesus & Wine Tasting Tour From Kusadasi Port: $54
  • Ephesus port tours and Wine Tasting Tours : $70
  • Ephesus and Sirince with Wine tasting Private Half Day Shore Excursion: $100
  • Ancient Ephesus tour with Wine Tasting in the village and visit to Mother's Mary House: $131
  • Private Ephesus Tour with Wine Tasting: $134
  • Full-Day Private Ephesus Tour with Wine Tasting from Kusadasi: $149
  • Ephesus and Wine Tasting Tour From Kusadasi with Private Guide and Van: $218


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

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


Which has a larger population, Ephesus or Gujarat?

Gujarat has a larger population, and is about 850 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Gujarat, 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.