Which place is cheaper, Maharashtra or Izmir?
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 Izmir or Maharashtra?
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 Izmir and Maharashtra. 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: Izmir or Maharashtra?
Izmir
Izmir is a metropolitan city of Turkey and the second most populous city on the Aegean Sea after Athens, Greece. Known as Smyrna in antiquity, it was founded by the Greeks, taken over by the Romans, and rebuilt by Alexander the Great before becoming part of the Ottoman Empire in the 15th century. Most remnants of this past are gone; however, there are a few archaeological sites in addition to beaches, bustling city streets, and colorful markets.
Maharashtra
As the third largest state in India geographically, Maharashtra has its fair share of temples, ruins, landmarks , historic sites, natural scenery, and lookout points, amongst much more - all rich with the culture and heritage of India.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best 3-Day Tours from Istanbul, The Best 2-Week Tours from New Delhi, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIzmir $85Maharashtra $50
The average daily cost (per person) in Izmir is $85, while the average daily cost in Maharashtra is $50. 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 Izmir and Maharashtra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIzmir $42Maharashtra $19
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIzmir $84Maharashtra $38
Compare Hotels in Izmir and Maharashtra
Looking for a hotel in Izmir or Maharashtra? 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: Izmir Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Izmir $21Maharashtra $7.23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Izmir
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Izmir:
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Fethiye-Oludeniz Hotels: $246
- Arrival Transfer Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport ADB to Izmir by Van: $66
- Arrival Transfer Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport to Izmir by Minibus: $91
- Ayvalık to Izmir Airport (ADB) - Departure Private Transfer: $60
- Bodrum Airport Private Minivan By Meet Transfer: $42
- Bodrum Airport Transfer Luxury Vito or Minibus ( Meet Transfer): $44
- Bodrum Akyaka Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $158
- Dalaman Airport - Marmaris - Fethiye Meet Transfer: $48
- Dalaman Airport Transfer Private and Comfortable Meet Transfer: $45
- Dalaman Airport Transfer: Travel in Comfort to Fethiye: $75
- Ephesus Guided Tour From Izmir With Lunch & Hotel Transfer: $130
- Fethiye-Oludeniz Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $246
Is it cheaper to fly into Izmir or Maharashtra?
Prices for flights to both Maharashtra and Izmir 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 dayIzmir $29Maharashtra $23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Izmir
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Izmir.
- Authentic Turkish Home Cooking Class with Locals: $76
- Authentic Dinner Cooking with a Local Family in İzmir: $90
- Private Food tour in Europe and Asian Side of Istanbul: $293
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Izmir $14Maharashtra $8.78
Tours and Activities in Izmir
Here are a few actual costs in Izmir for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Budget - Friendly Ephesus Tour from Izmir: $41
- Izmir : Ephesus and Sirince Guided Tour: $53
- Ephesus Ancient City with Best Guides Only For Cruise Guests: $59
- Full Day Marmaris Pirate Boat Tour with Lunch: $64
- Ephesus Tour: $64
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $66
- Cesme-Alacati Tour from Izmir: $70
- Private Ephesus Tour from Izmir Port and Hotels: $75
- Pamukkale Tour from Izmir to Hierapolis and Travertines: $76
- PRIVATE EPHESUS & MARY'S HOUSE TOUR from Izmir Cruise Port: $79
- From Izmir Full Day Boat Tour of Cesme with Mediterranean Lunch: $84
- From Ephesus, Artemis Temple Tour with Tickets/Lunch: $84
Tours and Activities in Maharashtra
Here are a few actual costs in Maharashtra for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- From Agra : Skip-The-Line Private Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Tour: $5.64
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIzmir $6.18Maharashtra $8.12
Sample the Local Flavors in Izmir
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Izmir:
- Wine Tour with Metropolis Ancient City: $122
- Wine Tasting Tour at Two Wineries in Urla Turkey: $275
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Izmir and Maharashtra, we can see that Izmir is more expensive. And not only is Maharashtra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Izmir is in Europe and Maharashtra 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 Maharashtra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Maharashtra 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 Izmir would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Izmir than you might in Maharashtra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Izmir Expensive? and Is Maharashtra Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Izmir or Maharashtra?
Maharashtra has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Izmir. When comparing the sizes of Izmir and Maharashtra, 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.