Which place is cheaper, Madhya Pradesh or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ephesus or Madhya Pradesh?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Madhya Pradesh, 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 Madhya Pradesh?
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).
Madhya Pradesh
Translating to "central region," Madhya Pradesh is a state centrally located within the plains of India. While it is not a major tourist hub, the region has plenty to showcase in regards to the history, art, religion, and culture of central India.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Turkey, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Turkey, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in India, and The Best 2-Week Tours in India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEphesus $143Madhya Pradesh $15
The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Madhya Pradesh is $15. 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 Madhya Pradesh in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEphesus $70Madhya Pradesh $8.58
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEphesus $140Madhya Pradesh $17
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Madhya Pradesh
Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Madhya 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.
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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 $51Madhya Pradesh $0.94
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 Madhya Pradesh
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Madhya Pradesh:
- Private Custom Tour: Orchha Sightseeing with Guide and transfers: $86
- Private Transfer from Indore to Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar (IDR) Airport: $44
- Private Transfer from Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar (IDR) Airport to Indore: $44
- Private Transfer from Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport to Bhopal: $41
- Private Transfer from Bhopal to Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport: $41
Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Madhya Pradesh?
Prices for flights to both Madhya Pradesh 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 $33Madhya Pradesh $3.60
Typical Food Prices in Ephesus
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Ephesus:
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Sandwiches$0.15
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Dessert$0.17
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Lunch at Beach (for 2)$0.59
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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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ephesus $59Madhya Pradesh $3.34
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 Madhya Pradesh
Here are a few actual costs in Madhya Pradesh for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 4-Hour Private Tour of the Bhopal Gas Tragedy Site: $99
- All Inclusive Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Orchha: $96
- Best of Khajuraho (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $82
- Birds and Heritage: Bhoj Wetland and Bhopal City Tour: $50
- Day Trip to Mastani Mahal & Ajaigarh Fort (Guided Private Tour from Khajuraho): $147
- Discover the Raneh Fall from Khajuraho (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $82
- Erotic Temple Tour of Khajuraho: $96
- Erotic Temple Tour of Khajuraho (Full Day): $98
- Full Day 8-hours Heritage Tour to Khajuraho Temples: $51
- Full Day City Tour Khajuraho : $93
- Full Day City Tour of Khaujuraho: $96
- Full Day Khajuraho - World Heritage City Tour: $62
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEphesus $15Madhya Pradesh $2.62
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$0.12
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 Madhya Pradesh, we can see that Ephesus is more expensive. And not only is Madhya Pradesh much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ephesus is in Europe and Madhya 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 Madhya Pradesh would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Madhya Pradesh 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 Madhya Pradesh.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Madhya Pradesh Expensive?.
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.