Should you visit Jaipur or Dubrovnik?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Jaipur and Dubrovnik can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Jaipur or Dubrovnik?
Jaipur
Jaipur, India, famously known as the Pink City, is the capital of Rajasthan and is often a highlight for many travelers to the area. Dating back to the eighteenth century, it is part of the Indian Golden Triangle which also includes Delhi and Agra. It's also a stopping off point for travelers venturing into the desert cities of Jodhpur and Jaisalmer. The city has a population of about 6.66 million people, making it the largest city in the state of Rajasthan and the tenth largest city in the country.
Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik, the "Pearl of the Adriatic", is a beautiful walled city in southern Croatia that sits on the edge of the Adriatic Sea. It's a small city, with only about 40,000 residents, but it's become one of the most significant tourist destinations in the Mediterranean. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The city was historically built on maritime trade, which is not surprising given its location near major Italian and Greek ports such as Venice, Bari, Corfu, and Trieste. It was a center of language and literature and was the home of many important poets, playwrights, painters, and scientists during the 15th and 16th centuries. Today its economy is dependent on tourism and it is one of the most popular destinations in the region. People visit the city for its impressive history, beautiful setting, great weather, and interesting architecture.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New Delhi, The Best 2-Week Tours from Split, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Croatia.
Which place is cheaper, Dubrovnik or Jaipur?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
The average daily cost (per person) in Jaipur is $20, while the average daily cost in Dubrovnik is $183. 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 Jaipur and Dubrovnik in more detail.
Accommodation
Looking for a hotel in Jaipur or Dubrovnik? 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:
Jaipur Hotel Prices and
Dubrovnik Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jaipur
Also for Jaipur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Two Night Safari Experience Ranthambore National Park &Transfers:
$271
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Private Transfer - Jaipur To Jodhpur Via Pushkar With Lunch:
$259
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Private transfer - Jaipur to Udaipur via Chittorgarh Fort with lunch:
$250
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Delhi Airport (DEL) to Shimla Resorts-Arrival Transfer:
$227
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Private Transfer - Jaipur To Jodhpur Via Pushkar:
$218
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Private transfer - Jaipur to Udaipur via Chittorgarh Fort:
$211
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Private transfer: Jaipur to Udaipur enroute Trip to Chittorgarh Fort:
$209
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Samode Town Excursion- A Visit to a Unique Rajasthan town with private transfers:
$204
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Transfer from Jaipur to Delhi with Tajmahal sight seeing:
$187
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Leopard Wildlife Safari at Amagarh Park Including Transfers:
$180
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2-Day Jaipur City Tour visit Amber Fort, City Palace with Transfers:
$164
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Exclusive Safari at Jhalana Leopard Park Including Transfers:
$162
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Dubrovnik
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Dubrovnik:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dubrovnik
Also for Dubrovnik, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Zagreb to VIP Transfer with Your Choice of Tours:
$846
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Split: TO Dubrovnik Private Transfer with Stop in Ston:
$467
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Budva to Dubrovnik one way transfer:
$460
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Private Transfer from Mostar to Dubrovnik:
$362
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Private transfer from Kotor to Dubrovnik city:
$303
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Private transfer from Tivat to Dubrovnik city:
$303
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Private one way transfer from Dubrovnik to Orebić:
$299
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From Split: Private Transfer to Dubrovnik with Sightseeing:
$298
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Private Transfer from Dubrovnik to Split with 2 hours Sightseeing:
$296
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Private Transfer from Split to Dubrovnik:
$292
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Private Transfer from Dubrovnik to Trogir with 2h of Sightseeing, local driver:
$290
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Transfer Dubrovnik to Split with Sightseeing in Ston Town:
$285
Is it cheaper to fly into Jaipur or Dubrovnik?
Prices for flights to both Dubrovnik and Jaipur 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 day
Jaipur $7.71
Dubrovnik $87
Typical Food Prices in Jaipur
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jaipur:
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jaipur
For Jaipur, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Culture walking and food tour with guide in Jaipur.:
$9.92
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Feast on the Streets: Best Jaipur Food Tour:
$14
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Jaipur Home Cooking Experience with Authentic Lunch/Dinner:
$14
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Best Food Tour in Jaipur:
$15
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Jaipur Half-Day Evening Tour with Sunset and Dinner:
$15
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Cooking Class and Cultural Evening with Locals:
$17
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Amber Fort Light & Sound Show with Dinner:
$17
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Famous Masala Chowk Food Tour:
$18
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Cooking class demo with dinner:
$18
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Vegetarian Hands on Cooking Class with Local Family in Jaipur:
$20
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Jaipur Pink City Cooking Class:
$20
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cooking class demo with dinner:
$20
Typical Food Prices in Dubrovnik
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Dubrovnik:
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Seafood Dinner (for 2)
$34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dubrovnik
For Dubrovnik, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Sunset Dubrovnik & Dinner At St Jacob Beach:
$99
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Taste A Full Meal Walking Food Tour by Do Eat Better:
$126
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Dinner in the Sky Dubrovnik - Dine 50m Above Ground:
$136
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Old Town Dubrovnik Food Tour of 10+ Authentic Croatian Tastings:
$138
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Croatian Traditional Cuisine: Peka Cooking Lesson:
$156
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Dinner on Pelješac: A 5-Course Signature Authentic Experience:
$157
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Dubrovnik Sunset Cruise with dinner on board:
$159
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Dubrovnik Old Town Food Tour: Small-Group Experience:
$162
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Cooking Classes Traditional Meals of Konavle region:
$201
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Traditional Cooking Class in Dubrovnik Countryside:
$278
Entertainment
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jaipur
For Jaipur, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Palace Entry for Two
$1.06
Tours and Activities in Jaipur
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jaipur.
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1 Night 2 Days Ranthambhore WildLife Tour From Jaipur:
$73
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1-Night Private Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra from Jaipur by Car:
$248
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2 D Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Abhaneri Step Well's Tour From Jaipur:
$195
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2 Day Golden Triangle Tour to Agra and Delhi From Jaipur:
$194
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2 Day Heritage Pink City Jaipur Highlight & Sightseeing Tour:
$170
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2 Day Jaipur City Tour with Ranthambore Safari:
$109
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2 Day Jaipur Tour for Authentic Experiences:
$30
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2 Day Jaipur Tour for First-Time Visitors:
$27
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2 Day Jaipur Tour with Car and Guide:
$49
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2 Days Jaipur City Tour: Discover the Pink City with fee:
$98
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2 Days Jaipur Private City Tour:
$44
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2 Days Jaipur Private City Tour:
$107
Typical Entertainment Prices in Dubrovnik
For Dubrovnik, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Boat to Lokrum Island (for 2)
$15
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Dubrovnik City Wall Tour (for 2)
$62
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Dubrovnik Cable Car (for 2)
$52
Tours and Activities in Dubrovnik
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dubrovnik.
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1 Hour Sightseeing Tour in Dubrovnik:
$111
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2 Hours Private Dubrovnik City Walls Walking Tour:
$160
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2 hrs Guided Tour to CAVTAT a Small Place for Great Art:
$58
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2-Hour Dubrovnik Fun and Exciting Jet Ski Safari Adventure Tour:
$162
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3-Hour Dubrovnik Countryside ATV/Quad Safari Adventure Tour:
$128
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3-Hour Private Fort Lovrijenac and City Walls Tour with a Local Guide:
$75
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4 Hours Caves, Snorkeling and Swimming Tour in Dubrovnik:
$91
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Adults Only Sunset Cruise in Dubrovnik on a 16th-Century Karaka:
$59
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Adventure Dalmatia - Sunset Sea Kayaking & Snorkelling Dubrovnik:
$41
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Afternoon Dubrovnik Guided Kayaking Tour:
$35
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Best Dubrovnik Tour for Cruise Passengers:
$75
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Best of Montenegro PRIVATE Tour by CRUISER TAXI DUBROVNIK:
$267
Alcohol
Sample the Local Flavors in Jaipur
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Jaipur:
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Jaipur Guided Bar Crawl with Hotel Pickup and Drop-off:
$147
Sample the Local Flavors in Dubrovnik
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Dubrovnik:
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Dubrovnik Sunset Tour with Wine Tasting:
$41
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Panoramic Dubrovnik Tour Golden Hour Sunset and Wine Tasting:
$45
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Wine Tasting in Konavle, Near Dubrovnik & Cavtat – Join Us!:
$52
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Brewery Tour with Food included:
$64
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Private Scenic Sunset Tour & Premium Wine Tasting Above Dubrovnik:
$64
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Columbo Pub Crawl Dubrovnik:
$70
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Ston and Korcula Island Day Trip from Dubrovnik with Wine Tasting:
$80
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Luxury Sunset Tour with Wine Tasting:
$84
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Day trip to Korčula and Pelješac with Wine Tasting:
$91
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Sunset wine tasting in vineyard:
$93
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Konavle Valley Wine Tour from Dubrovnik -Train Ride &Wine Tasting:
$93
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Day trip to Korčula and Pelješac with Wine Tasting from Koločep:
$100
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jaipur and Dubrovnik, we can see that Dubrovnik is more expensive. And not only is Jaipur much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jaipur is in Asia and Dubrovnik is in Europe, 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 Jaipur would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jaipur 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 Dubrovnik would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dubrovnik than you might in Jaipur.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jaipur Expensive? and Is Dubrovnik Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jaipur or Dubrovnik?
Jaipur has a larger population, and is about 100 times larger than the population of Dubrovnik. When comparing the sizes of Jaipur and Dubrovnik, 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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