A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Jaipur vs. Guayaquil for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Jaipur or Guayaquil?

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 Guayaquil 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 Guayaquil?

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.

Guayaquil

Guayaquil is Ecuador's largest city and seaport. From a tourist perspective, the city acts primarily as a transportation gateway to the country and the Galapagos Islands. While the city can be skipped altogether, should you have a free day to spend here, there are a few noteworthy things to do, as well as some terrific dining and nightlife options. Guayaquil’s main tourist attraction is Las Penas, a hill with old, colorfully painted buildings at the north end of the Malecon, where you can walk the 400 steps to the lighthouse at the top for good views of the city. The neighborhood is filled with cafes, bars, restaurants, and art galleries and is relatively safe. Other important sights include the Malecon 2000, a massive urban development project that has brought new life to the riverside in the city center and the Parque Seminario, filled with fountains, trees and iguanas, located at 10 de Agosto Ave and Chile Ave.

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 G Adventures Tours to Ecuador, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Ecuador.


Which place is cheaper, Guayaquil 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 $21, while the average daily cost in Guayaquil is $116. 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 Guayaquil in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Jaipur $11
    Guayaquil $32
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Jaipur $22
    Guayaquil $64
Compare Hotels in Jaipur and Guayaquil

Looking for a hotel in Jaipur or Guayaquil? 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.

Hotels in Jaipur


Hotels in Guayaquil


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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 Guayaquil Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Jaipur $1.46
    Guayaquil $15

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jaipur

Also for Jaipur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Two Night Safari Experience Ranthambore National Park &Transfers: $289
  • Transfer from Jaipur to Delhi with Tajmahal sight seeing: $187
  • Transfer From Jaipur To Udaipur Via Chittorgarh Fort: $85
  • Taj Mahal and Agra Tour from Jaipur with Transfer : $87
  • Sanganer - A Visit to an Artisan Community with Private Transfer: $105
  • Samode Town Excursion- A Visit to a Unique Rajasthan town with private transfers: $204
  • Round trip airport Transfer Between Jaipur & Jaipur Airport JAI: $17
  • Ranthambore Wildlife Safari Tour From Jaipur Including Transfers: $135
  • Ranthambore Tiger Safari Tickets With Optional Transfers: $108
  • Private transfer: Jaipur to Udaipur enroute Trip to Chittorgarh Fort: $209
  • Private transfer: Jaipur to Jodhpur via Ajmer: $126
  • Private transfer - Jaipur to Udaipur via Chittorgarh Fort with lunch: $250

Is it cheaper to fly into Jaipur or Guayaquil?

Prices for flights to both Guayaquil 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Jaipur $7.79
    Guayaquil $50
Typical Food Prices in Jaipur

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jaipur:


  • Dinner
    $6.24
  • Soda
    $0.11

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jaipur

For Jaipur, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Jaipur Street food tour: $4.31
  • Culture walking and food tour with guide in Jaipur.: $9.92
  • Jaipur Home Cooking Experience with Authentic Lunch/Dinner: $14
  • Best Food Tour in Jaipur: $15
  • Feast on the Streets: Best Jaipur Food Tour: $15
  • Food Tour and Eat like Locals : $16
  • Jaipur Half-Day Evening Tour with Sunset and Dinner: $16
  • Jaipur Half-Day tour: Bazaar & Street Food Tour by Car or Tuk-Tuk: $16
  • Amber Fort Light & Sound Show with Dinner: $17
  • Cooking Class and Cultural Evening with Locals: $17
  • Famous Masala Chowk Food Tour: $19
  • Cooking class demo with dinner : $20

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Jaipur $3.62
    Guayaquil $21
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jaipur

For Jaipur, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Palace Entry for Two
    $1.14

Tours and Activities in Jaipur

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jaipur.

  • Day Tour from Jaipur Bird Watching in Keoladeo National Park (Bharatpur): $59
  • Evening Motorbike Tour for Solo Female Travelers in Jaipur: $29
  • Guided Jaipur City Tour With Drop Off at Udaipur: $110
  • Half Day Jaipur Shopping Tour With Local Shopping Consultant : $13
  • Jaipur Car tour : $16
  • Jaipur Rickshaw Tour Jantar Mantar City Palace: $20
  • Jaipur Tour by Tuk-Tuk: $6.93
  • Private Guided City Tour of Jaipur : $46
  • Pushkar: Private Guided day tour From Jaipur : $72
  • Same Day Taj Mahal Tour from Jaipur by Car: $250
  • Taj Mahal City Tour by car or train from Jaipur: $230
  • 1 Day: Jhalana Leopard Safari+Abhaneri Step Well Tour From Jaipur: $272

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Jaipur $2.58
    Guayaquil $17

Sample the Local Flavors in Jaipur

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Jaipur:

  • Pub Crawl Jaipur: $37
  • Jaipur Guided Bar Crawl with Hotel Pickup and Drop-off: $147


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jaipur and Guayaquil, we can see that Guayaquil 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 Guayaquil is in South America, 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 Guayaquil would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Guayaquil 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 Guayaquil Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Jaipur or Guayaquil?

Jaipur has a larger population, and is about 39% larger than the population of Guayaquil. When comparing the sizes of Jaipur and Guayaquil, 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.