Which place is cheaper, Kerala or Ephesus?
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 Ephesus or Kerala?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Kerala, 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 Kerala?
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).
Kerala
Palm trees, sandy beaches, and vibrant culture. You'll find all of these things in Kerala, India. Located in the south of the country, Kerala is known as one of the top ten paradises in the world.
This area is covered in a beautiful, natural ecosystem including backwaters, mountains, coconuts and spices. The heavy, yearlong rains provide lush and gorgeous vegetation, and earn the area a spot on the list of the wettest spots on earth.
Kerala is very different from the rest of India. For one, this area is the most literate and diverse area in in the country with churches, mosques, Hindu temples and even synagogues. This states' education and healthcare are far beyond the rest of the country- putting them on par with many Western areas of the world. However, even though this area is incredibly diverse and progressive, do not expect everyone to speak or understand English.
The best part is that this area is by far the safest in all of India. There is almost no incidence of tourists being cheated or taken for granted.
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Ephesus Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $116Kerala $29
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $116, while the average daily cost in Kerala is $29. 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 Kerala in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $48Kerala $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $96Kerala $22
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Kerala
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Kerala? 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: Ephesus Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ephesus $35Kerala $4.36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ephesus
Also for Ephesus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Didim (Altinkum) Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $122
- Didim Quad or Buggy Safari Adventure Tour with Return Transfers: $75
- From-to Izmir AirPort to-from Kusadası Private Airport Transfer: $90
- Horse Riding Experience in Kusadasi for Everyone with Transfers: $45
- Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) Transfer to OR from Kusadasi: $100
- Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport - Kusadasi Centrum (All hotels, home...) transfers: $93
- Kusadasi & National Park Boat Tours with Lunch and Transfer: $38
- Kusadasi Boat Trip With Lunch And Hotel Transfer: $55
- Kusadasi Boat trip with Lunch & Roundtrip Transfer: $53
- Kusadasi Buggy Adventure Tour with Hotel Transfer: $58
- Kusadasi Buggy Safari Adventure Included Transfer: $30
- Kusadasi Half Day Quad Safari Experience With Free Hotel Transfer: $50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kerala
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kerala:
- Private Transfer from Trivandrum to Alleppey: Travel Guide: $191
- Private 4-Day Tour in Kerala with Houseboat and Airport Transfers: $178
- Private Transfer from Cochin to Isha Foundation Coimbatore: $170
- Kovalam to Alleppey Private Transfer: $130
- Private Transfer from Cochin to Munnar Hotel: Hassle-Free Ride: $118
- Private Transfer from Kovalam to Alleppey: Hassle-Free Journey: $108
- Private Transfer: Cochin Airport (COK) to Munnar: $105
- Private Transfer:Fort Kochi to Munnar: $100
- Private Transfer from Cochin to Marari: Relaxed & Convenient Ride: $83
- Cochin to Vagamon Transfer: $80
- Private Transfer from Cochin to Alleppey or Kumarakom Hotel: $79
- Athirappilly Waterfalls Day Trip from Kochi with Transfers: $67
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Kerala?
Prices for flights to both Kerala 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
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Food Meals for one dayEphesus $40Kerala $13
Typical Food Prices in Ephesus
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Ephesus:
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Sandwiches$0.11
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Dessert$0.12
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Lunch at Beach (for 2)$0.40
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Snacks$0.17
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: $139
- Private Ephesus Tour & Cooking Experience with locals: $229
- Kusadasi Selcuk Ephesus Gourmet and Street Food Tour: $233
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kerala
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kerala.
- Enjoy the best Food tour in kochi with a local !: $19
- Kerala Traditional Village Cooking Class in Munnar: $19
- Private candle light dinner: $19
- WE COOKS- Home Cooking Class in Munnar: $23
- Cooking classes @ Aryavilla heritage, Varkala: $34
- Hands-on Authentic Keralite Cooking Class - Learn, Cook, Eat & Enjoy!: $35
- Biryani Cooking class with House Chef: $53
- Biryani - Cooking Class in Fort Kochi: $53
- Private Traditional Home Cooking Class in Kochi with Archana: $70
- Group Kerala Cooking Demo & Home Dining Experience in Kochi: $75
- Authentic Kerala Syrian Christian Cooking Class in a Cochin Home: $79
- Tour of Kochi with Lunch: Kathakali and Dinner With Evening Tour.: $110
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ephesus $40Kerala $8.55
Tours and Activities in Ephesus
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ephesus.
- All inclusive: Exclusive Ephesus Tour from Kusadası Port: $5.00
- Skip-the-Line Ephesus Tour with Lunch: $6.99
- Private Ephesus Tour from Cruise Port - Lunch & Skip The Lines: $7.00
- Mini Group Ephesus & House of Virgin Mary Tour (Max. 10 guests): $9.90
- Small Group Tour Ephesus and House of Mary with Lunch: $10
- Ephesus and Sirince Village Tour For Cruisers: $11
- Ephesus Shopping Tour: $11
- Best Seller Ephesus Tour for Cruisers with lunch (skip the line): $12
- Best of Ephesus Tour for Cruisers (skip the line): $12
- Kusadasi Walking City and Shopping Tour from Kusadasi Port: $12
- Kusadasi Walking City Tour from Kusadasi Port Turkiye: $12
- Skip the Line: Ephesus Tour For Cruise Guest: $12
Tours and Activities in Kerala
Here are a few actual costs in Kerala for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Day Activity Adventure Trekking Kerala: $111
- 12 Hours Private Munnar Tour from Kochi: $117
- 2 Nights Misty Munnar Sightseeing (Private Tour with Car) - Iris Holidays: $110
- 2 Nights, 3 Days Kerala Backwaters & Beaches Tour: $310
- 21hrs Houseboat Tour through Alleppeys Serene Canals & Local Life: $168
- 3 Nights Private Deluxe Tour- Cochin/Munnar/Houseboat/Cochin: $255
- 3 Nights Private Premium Tour - Cochin/Munnar/Houseboat/ Cochin: $298
- 3-4 hours Kochi Tuk-Tuk Tour with Pickup from Cruise Ships: $12
- 4 Days - Munnar, Alleppey Houseboat & Kochi sightseeing: $289
- 4 Days Best of Kerala Tour with Private Houseboat, Sightseeing & Car: $183
- 4 Days Private Kerala Tour -Kochi, Munnar, Thekkady with 3* Hotel: $191
- 4 Hour Private Tuk Tuk Tour in Kochi From Cruise terminal: $14
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $10Kerala $4.52
Typical Alcohol Prices in Ephesus
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Ephesus from other travelers:
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Beer$0.09
Sample the Local Flavors in Ephesus
Also in Ephesus, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- LGBTQ+ Friendly Ephesus Shore Excursion & Local Wine Tasting: $30
- Ephesus Shore Excursion & Wine Tasting + Lunch - Opt Turkish Bath: $35
- PRIVATE & GROUP: EPHESUS TOUR with Wine Tasting (SKIP-THE-LINE): $39
- FOR CRUISERS: Ephesus & Wine Tasting Tour From Kusadasi Port: $42
- FOR CRUISERS:Kusadasi Port Private Wine Tasting and Ephesus Tour: $45
- POTTERY PAINTING & WINE TASTING Tour from Kusadasi Port: $49
- Private Ephesus and Sirince Tour with Lunch and Wine Tasting: $92
- FOR CRUISERS: Ephesus Ruins & Sirince Village Wine Tasting Tour: $99
- Ephesus & Şirince Village with Lunch& Wine Tasting (Fixed Price): $115
- Ephesus Tour with Wine Tasting and Traditional Turkish Lunch: $130
- Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting at Boutique Winery & Lunch: $149
- Ephesus and Sirince with Wine tasting Private Half Day Shore Excursion: $176
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and Kerala, we can see that Ephesus is more expensive. And not only is Kerala much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ephesus is in Europe and Kerala 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 Kerala would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kerala 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 Kerala.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Kerala Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Ephesus or Kerala?
Kerala has a larger population, and is about 500 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Kerala, 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.