Which place is cheaper, Pushkar or Fethiye?
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 Fethiye or Pushkar?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Fethiye or Pushkar? 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: Fethiye or Pushkar?
Fethiye
Fethiye is a tourist town in Lycia on the Mediterranean coast. It has a beautiful marina and plenty of activities during the day or night. Fethiye's size, location, and easy access to transportation make it a great central starting point to explore the area. It's also a popular place to pick up the "Blue Cruise," a popular boat tour along the Mediterranean coast.
Pushkar
Pushkar is a city located in the state of Rajasthan, India. The city is considered a holy one; it's famous for its Brahma temple. It is also known for its ghats, its lake, and bazaar. Brahma is one part of the holy Hindu trinity and is known sit on a lotus flower (which is what 'Pushkar' translates to). In Hindu religion, Brahma is believed to be the creator of this world and Pushkar is the most important temple.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFethiye $88Pushkar $31
The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $88, while the average daily cost in Pushkar is $31. 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 Fethiye and Pushkar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFethiye $31Pushkar $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFethiye $62Pushkar $22
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Pushkar
Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Pushkar? 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: Fethiye Hotel Prices and Pushkar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fethiye $22Pushkar $4.36
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:
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Local Bus$0.17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye
Also for Fethiye, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Fethiye : 12 Islands (Relax ) Boat Trip With Lunch and Transfer: $29
- From Turkish Bath with Hotel Transfer: $31
- 12 Islands Boat Tour with Lunch & Hotel Transfers: $33
- Turkish Bath & Spa Experience with Transfer: $36
- 12 Islands Boat Tour with Lunch and Transfer Option: $37
- Private Transfer: Dalaman Airport to Fethiye Göcek Hotels: $40
- 12 Islands Boat Tour with Lunch and Transfer option: $40
- Private Transfer: Fethiye Hotels to and from Dalaman Airport: $41
- Dalaman Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer from/to Fethiye: $43
- Fethiye Horse Riding Adventure with Hotel Transfer: $45
- Quad Bike Off-Road Adventure With Hotel Transfers: $46
- 12 Islands Boat Tour with Lunch and Hotel Transfer: $48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pushkar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pushkar:
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Ranthambore In AC Vehicle: $117
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Udaipur In AC Vehicle: $112
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Mount Abu In AC Vehicle: $112
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To New Delhi In AC Vehicle: $112
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Agra In AC Vehicle: $112
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Jodhpur In AC Vehicle: $71
- From Chittorgarh Fort Day Trip with Transfers: $69
- From Pushkar : Private Transfer To Udaipur: $65
- Private Transfers Pushkar To Udaipur Drop: $54
- Transfer From Udaipur To Pushkar Via Chittorgarh Fort: $48
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Jaipur In AC Vehicle: $45
- Private Transfer from Pushkar to Jaipur: $38
Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Pushkar?
Prices for flights to both Pushkar and Fethiye 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 dayFethiye $39Pushkar $16
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Fethiye:
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Fruit$0.14
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Soda$0.06
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fethiye
For Fethiye, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Fethiye Sunset Cruise with Dinner, Swimming Break, and Entertainment: $42
- ölüdeniz: Sunset Boat Tour with Swimming and Dinner: $58
- Fresh Garden Home Cooking with a Local Chef in Fethiye: $72
Typical Food Prices in Pushkar
Some typical examples of dining costs in Pushkar are as follows:
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Lunch$2.11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pushkar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Pushkar.
- Traditional Rajasthani Cooking Class with Local Family in Pushkar: $69
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fethiye $25Pushkar $7.24
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fethiye
For Fethiye, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Paragliding$4.83
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Gorge Walk entry and photo$0.11
Tours and Activities in Fethiye
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fethiye.
- Full-Day Jeep Tour w/ Saklikent Visit & Lunch: $17
- Stand-Up Paddleboarding Adventure in Fethiye: $20
- Fethiye Jeep Safari Adventure Tour Nature and Cultural Discovery: $22
- Jeep Safari Saklıkent Gorge, Tlos, & Yakapark Tour: $24
- Off-Road Quad Bike Tour & Forest Visit: $29
- Jeep Safari Tour with Tlos, Saklikent, and Mud Bath: $29
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $30
- Saklıkent, Gizlikent Waterfall Jeep Safari Tour with Lunch included: $31
- From Jeep Safari Adventure & Nature Exploration: $31
- 7-HourJeep Safari Adventure in Fethiye Turkey: $33
- Traditional Hamam experience: $34
- Fethiye Jeep Safari Tour in Saklıkent Gorge with Lunch: $35
Tours and Activities in Pushkar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Pushkar are as follows:
- 3 Days Ajmer & Pushkar Pilgrimage Tour (By Train/Car): $259
- Afternoon Walk Tour with Sunset & Fire Ritual -The Pushkar Route: $7.00
- Afternoon Walking tour -The Pushkar Route: $6.34
- Ajmer City Walking tour - The Pushkar Route: $33
- Chittorgarh Fort Tour with Pushkar Drop from Udaipur: $58
- Cultural Walk of Pushkar (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Evening Walking Tour with Fire Rituals-The Pushkar Route: $6.34
- Evening Walking tour with Fire Ceremony - The Pushkar Route: $8.00
- Experience Private Food And Culture Walk-The Pushkar Route: $15
- Food Walk Tour Pushkar (2 hours guided food tasting walk): $22
- From Udaipur to Jaipur: Pushkar & Chittorgarh Day Tour: $54
- Full Day Spiritual Tour of Ajmer & Pushkar-The Pushkar Route: $50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFethiye $11Pushkar $5.88
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Pushkar, we can see that Fethiye is more expensive. And not only is Pushkar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Fethiye is in Europe and Pushkar 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 Pushkar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pushkar 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 Fethiye would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fethiye than you might in Pushkar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fethiye Expensive? and Is Pushkar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Pushkar?
Fethiye has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Pushkar. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Pushkar, 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.