Which place is cheaper, Amritsar or Hyderabad?
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 Hyderabad or Amritsar?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Hyderabad and Amritsar can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Hyderabad or Amritsar?
Hyderabad
Hyderabad, located in Southern India, is the capital of the state of Telangana. It is a city rich with history and tradition as well as booming in the technology industry, hosting the India headquarters for both Microsoft and Google. In addition to many upscale restaurants and shops, Hyderabad is also home to important historic sites and beautiful landmarks.
Amritsar
Amritsar is a holy city of the Sikh religion, named "holy pool of nectar" for the pool around the base of the Golden Temple complex. This complex is the city's main attraction, bringing pilgrims from all over to bathe in the waters of the sacred pool and visit the sacred temple.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in India, The Best 4-Week (1-Month) Tours in India, The Best Bicycle Tours in India, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHyderabad $59Amritsar $64
The average daily cost (per person) in Hyderabad is $59, while the average daily cost in Amritsar is $64. 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 Hyderabad and Amritsar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHyderabad $20Amritsar $21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHyderabad $40Amritsar $42
Compare Hotels in Hyderabad and Amritsar
Looking for a hotel in Hyderabad or Amritsar? 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: Hyderabad Hotel Prices and Amritsar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hyderabad $12Amritsar $16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hyderabad
Also for Hyderabad, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 6-hours Golconda Fort & Qutub Shahi Tombs Tour with transfer: $97
- Full Day Ramoji Film City Tour with Lunch and Transfers: $115
- Hyderabad Airport (HYD) to Downtown - Arrival Private Transfer: $72
- Airport Transfer to/from Hotel: $30
- Pochampally Textile Tour with Private Transfer: $127
- Private Transfer Round Trip Downtown to Hyderabad Airport: $144
- Private Transfer from Rajiv Gandhi (HYD) Airport to Hyderabad: $68
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amritsar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Amritsar:
- Amritsar 02 days :Wagha border: Airport transfer Eng. guide: $205
- Private Wagah Border Drama and the Golden Temple with Transfer: $126
- Amritsar to Dharamshala Tour (One Way Transfer): $85
- Private Transfer from Amritsar to Amritsar Raja Sansi (ATQ) Airport: $40
- VIP Amritsar Airport Transfer: Comfort & Convenience: $17
Is it cheaper to fly into Hyderabad or Amritsar?
Prices for flights to both Amritsar and Hyderabad 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 dayHyderabad $29Amritsar $31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hyderabad
For Hyderabad, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hyderabad Evening Tour with Boat Ride, Laser Show & Dinner: $99
- Cooking Demonstration of Ethnic Hyderabadi Cuisine at Private Residence (Dinner): $201
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amritsar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Amritsar.
- Amritsar Food Tour: $22
- Agra: Guided Street Food Tour w/ Private Transportation: $23
- Amritsar Food Tour: $25
- Amritsar Food Tour: $29
- Wagah Border Retreat Ceremony With Traditional Dinner: $45
- Wagah Border Retreat Ceremony With Dinner: $45
- Evening Tour to Sadda Pind with Dinner: $60
- Beating Retreat Ceremony, Sadda Pind and Dinner: $71
- Sadda Pind With Lunch Or Dinner From Amritsar: $164
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hyderabad $15Amritsar $14
Tours and Activities in Hyderabad
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hyderabad.
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal and Agra City Day Tour (All Inclusive): $4.55
- Jaipur: Private Full Day City Tour By Tuk-Tuk/Car with Guide: $11
- Jaipur: Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal & City Palace Tour by Car: $13
- Night Walk Hyderabad (2 Hour Guided Walking Tour): $13
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Hyderabad (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
- Spiritual Trails of Hyderabad (2 Hours Guided Temples Tour): $19
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Hyderabad (2 Hours Guided Tour): $19
- Night Walk Hyderabad (2 Hour Guided Walking Tour): $19
- From To Agra & Taj Mahal Tour with Flight & Guide: $21
- Hyderabad Street Food Crawl (2 Hours Guided Food Tasting Tour): $23
- Private Tuk-Tuk City Tour: $34
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour w/ Elephant Conservation: $35
Tours and Activities in Amritsar
Here are a few actual costs in Amritsar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- A Day Trip of Amritsar Golden City from Delhi with Flight Tickets: $64
- Agra : Taj Mahal & Mausoleum Tour With Skip-the-Line Entry: $6.83
- Agra: Agra Fort and Baby Taj Private Tour with Pickup & Drop: $15
- Amritsar - Half day City tour (In & Around Golden Temple): $35
- Amritsar 1 Day Guided Tour-Golden Temple, Jalliawala Bagh, Wagah: $51
- Amritsar 1 Day Sightseeing with Wagah Border: $34
- Amritsar 1 Day Tour (Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh, Wagah Border & Shopping): $36
- Amritsar 1 Day Tour, Golden Temple with Wagah Border: $31
- Amritsar 1 Day Tour: Golden Temple, Jalianwala Bagh, Wagah Border: $52
- Amritsar : Golden Temple and Jallianwala Bagh Private Tour: $55
- Amritsar : Private Walking Tour with Visit to Golden Temple: $171
- Amritsar City Guided Tour 4 to 5 Hours : $17
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHyderabad $11Amritsar $13
When comparing the travel costs between Hyderabad and Amritsar, we can see that Amritsar is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hyderabad Expensive? and Is Amritsar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hyderabad or Amritsar?
Hyderabad has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Amritsar. When comparing the sizes of Hyderabad and Amritsar, 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.