Which place is cheaper, Delhi or Himachal Pradesh?
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 Himachal Pradesh or Delhi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Himachal Pradesh and Delhi. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Himachal Pradesh or Delhi?
Himachal Pradesh
With a name that translates to "abode of snow," Himachal Pradesh is a state in north-western India with opportunities for experiencing the Himalaya mountain range. Visitors come to the region to experience the mountain scenery, engage in Tibetan culture, and learn about the region's ancient past.
Delhi
Delhi is the largest city in northern India and is officially the country's capital. The city has a population of 11 million with the metropolitan population reaching over 16 million. The city is similar in landscape to the rest of its surrounding area. It is very flat with the river Yamuna flowing on the eastern side of the city. The Aravalii Hills are in the western portion of the city. The city's history dates back to the 6th century BC and it has served as a capital for various kingdoms and empires.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in India, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in India, The Best 2-Week Tours in India, and The Best 4-Week (1-Month) Tours in India.
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Himachal Pradesh Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHimachal Pradesh $459Delhi $48
The average daily cost (per person) in Himachal Pradesh is $459, while the average daily cost in Delhi is $48. 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 Himachal Pradesh and Delhi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHimachal Pradesh $181Delhi $21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHimachal Pradesh $362Delhi $42
Compare Hotels in Himachal Pradesh and Delhi
Looking for a hotel in Himachal Pradesh or Delhi? 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: Delhi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Himachal Pradesh $40Delhi $4.27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Himachal Pradesh
Also for Himachal Pradesh, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Affordable Chandigarh to Manali Transfer: $98
- Affordable Dehradun Airport Transfer.: $15
- Affordable Dehradun airport transfer to Rishikesh: $20
- Affordable transfer from Rishikesh to Dehradun Airport: $20
- Affordable transfer from Rishikesh to Delhi: $39
- Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to Manali Resorts - Arrival Transfer: $61
- Dehradun Airport (DED): Private Transfer to Rishikesh: $17
- Dehradun- Transfers+Hotel+Sightseeing: $241
- From Delhi: One way Private Transfer Service to Agra: $139
- Private Transfer from Chandigarh City to Chandigarh (IXC) Airport: $40
- Private Transfer from Chandigarh to Delhi: $34
- Private Transfer from Dehradun Airport to Rishikesh: $35
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Delhi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Delhi:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.10
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Taxi to Airport$1.67
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Subway$0.33
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Uber Cab$0.84
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Delhi Metro Smart Card$1.57
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Auto-rickshaw$1.05
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:
- Walk through Old Delhi's Colorful Chandni Chowk with Private Transfer: $104
- Visit to Rail Museum or Dolls Museum with India Gate (private hotel transfers): $54
- VIP Arrival Meet & Assist service at Delhi Airport (opt transfer): $80
- Transfer from New Delhi to Agra by Private car: $100
- Transfer from Delhi Airport to Agra Hotel: $80
- Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi by Car with Transfers: $189
- Stroll through Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk with Private Transfer: $104
- Safe Private Transfer From New Delhi Airport or Hotel to Agra: $19
- Round trip Airport to Hotel to Airport transfers: $34
- Round Trip Airport Transfer- From Delhi Airport to Hotel & Back to Delhi Airport: $80
- Private transfer: Delhi hotel to Railway station: $27
- Private transfer Delhi to Agra: $30
Is it cheaper to fly into Himachal Pradesh or Delhi?
Prices for flights to both Delhi and Himachal Pradesh 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 dayHimachal Pradesh $204Delhi $18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Himachal Pradesh
For Himachal Pradesh, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Rishikesh: Sattvic Ayurvedic Cooking Class – Cook & Dine: $45
- Rishikesh Half Day Street Food Tour: $49
Typical Food Prices in Delhi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Delhi:
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McDonalds$3.07
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Delhi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Delhi.
- Old Delhi Food Tour: 8 Tastings & Tuk-Tuk Ride with Local Expert: $14
- Appetizing virtual cooking class from Delhi: $17
- Old Delhi Food Tour with Spice Market, Temples and Rickshaw Ride: $21
- Old Delhi Food Tour with Pickup and Drop Off: $21
- Learn Indian Cooking From A Chef - Private Cooking Class: $22
- Old Delhi Food Tour Extravaganza!: $26
- Online: Indian Food Cooking Class: $29
- Old Delhi Cultural, Temples, Heritage Walking Street Food Tour: $33
- Old Delhi Food Tour: Street Food, Rickshaw & Spice Market: $35
- Traditional Indian Cooking Class with Family Experience: $36
- Authentic Indian Cooking Class in a Local Delhi Home: $37
- Food Tour to Old Delhi with a Local: $38
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Himachal Pradesh $100Delhi $17
Tours and Activities in Himachal Pradesh
For Himachal Pradesh, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Tea Top Adventure Activities: $5.36
- Landour Infinity Walk - A Guided Walking Tour Of Landour: $11
- Discover Colonial Trails of Shimla 2 Hours Guided Walking Tour: $11
- Heritage & Cultural 2 Hour Shimla Walking Tour: $11
- Nature Walk of Mussoorie (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $11
- Nainital Walking Tour: $11
- Nature Walk of Chandigarh( 2 Hours Walking Tour): $11
- Heritage & Cultural Walking Tour Nainital (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $11
- Guided Night Walking Tour in Rishikesh - Explore the best nightlife with a local: $12
- Chandigarh Walking Tour: $12
- Ashram Tour By Walk in Rishikesh (Private Tour): $12
- River Rafting Adventure In Rishikesh: $13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Delhi
Here are a few typical costs in Delhi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Red Fort$9.10
Tours and Activities in Delhi
Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- “Old & New Delhi Discovery: Private Full-Day Guided Tour”: $59
- (Time saver) 2-day Golden Triangle Tour all inclusive: $60
- 02 Days Jaipur Tour By Car From Delhi: $140
- 02 Days Overnight Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi: $150
- 02-Days Taj Mahal Sunrise & Sunset Luxury Tour with Fatehpur Sikri from Delhi: $98
- 03-Days private luxury Golden Triangle Tour Delhi, Agra, Jaipur: $155
- 04-Day Private Luxury Golden Triangle Tour to Agra & Jaipur: $261
- 06 Hours Old and New Delhi Private City Tour: $14
- 1 Day Delhi City Tour & 1 Day Agra Taj Mahal Private Combo Tour: $84
- 1 Day Delhi and 1 Day Agra Tour From Delhi with Taj Mahal - All Inclusive: $210
- 1 Day Delhi and 1 Day Agra Tour From Delhi with Taj Mahal Sunrise - With Hotels: $166
- 1 Day Taj Mahal Tour With Experienced Guide: $63
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHimachal Pradesh $19Delhi $7.59
Sample the Local Flavors in Delhi
Also in Delhi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl (3 Hours Guided Bar Hopping Tour): $29
- Pub Crawl Delhi: $34
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Himachal Pradesh and Delhi, we can see that Himachal Pradesh is more expensive. And not only is Delhi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Delhi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Delhi 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 Himachal Pradesh would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Himachal Pradesh than you might in Delhi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Himachal Pradesh Expensive? and Is Delhi Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Himachal Pradesh or Delhi?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 71% larger than the population of Himachal Pradesh. When comparing the sizes of Himachal Pradesh and Delhi, 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.
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