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

Should you visit Jaipur or Mount Bromo?

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 Mount Bromo 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 Mount Bromo?

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.

Mount Bromo

Mt. Bromo is the most famous active volcano in East Java at 2,329 meters high. Most visit Mt. Bromo to see the spectacular sunrise over the Tenggar-Caldera. Cemoro Lawang is the most popular town where tourists stay while visiting. Be prepared with cash ahead of time, as you'll have a hard time finding an ATM in town.

While you may be accustomed to warmer weather in other cities on the island, the highlands of Mt. Bromo will require that you dress warmly, if only for the night and early morning that you're there to see the sunrise, as temperatures may drop to freezing. There are many vendors selling hats and gloves if you need them.

Daytime temperatures, on the other hand, are much warmer in high 60s. Note that wet season takes place from November to March, and the months of January and February experience the heaviest rains and even flooding.

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 Budget Tours to Indonesia, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia.


Which place is cheaper, Mount Bromo or Jaipur?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Jaipur is $19, while the average daily cost in Mount Bromo is $22. 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 Mount Bromo in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Jaipur $12
    Mount Bromo $11
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Jaipur $24
    Mount Bromo $22
Compare Hotels in Jaipur and Mount Bromo

Looking for a hotel in Jaipur or Mount Bromo? 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 Mount Bromo


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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.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Jaipur $1.54
    Mount Bromo $7.31

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jaipur

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

  • Private transfer: Jaipur to Udaipur enroute Trip to Chittorgarh Fort with lunch: $289
  • Private transfer - Jaipur to Udaipur via Chittorgarh Fort with lunch: $285
  • Private Transfer - Jaipur To Jodhpur Via Pushkar: $255
  • Private transfer - Jaipur to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri with lunch: $245
  • Private transfer - Jaipur to Udaipur via Chittorgarh Fort: $242
  • Samode Town Excursion- A Visit to a Unique Rajasthan town with private transfers: $231
  • Private 3-Day City Tour of Amber Fort, City Palace Including Transfers: $228
  • Private transfer - Jaipur to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri: $201
  • Transfer from Jaipur to Delhi with Tajmahal sight seeing: $200
  • Leopard Wildlife Safari at Amagarh Park Including Transfers: $180
  • One Way Transfer From Jaipur To Mount Abu With Optional Stop at Pushkar/Udaipur: $173
  • One Way Transfer From Jaipur To Udaipur With Optional Stop at Pushkar / Jodhpur: $173

Is it cheaper to fly into Jaipur or Mount Bromo?

Prices for flights to both Mount Bromo 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 $4.75
    Mount Bromo $5.32
Typical Food Prices in Jaipur

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


  • Dinner
    $6.58
  • Soda
    $0.12

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: $4.59
  • Indian Cooking Class with Local Family in Jaipur: $12
  • Culture walking and food tour with guide in Jaipur.: $14
  • Dinner With Traditional Rajput Family (Its Not Just Only A Cooking Class) : $16
  • cooking class demo with dinner: $20
  • Famous Masala Chowk Food Tour: $20
  • Cooking class demo with dinner : $21
  • Jaipur Full Day Tour with local family dinner: $21
  • Traditional Dinner with Family including Transfers: $22
  • Taste of Jaipur (2 Hour Guided Street Food Tour with Local): $24
  • History Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $25
  • Food Tour in Jaipur: $25

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Jaipur $3.81
    Mount Bromo $8.20
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jaipur

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


  • Palace Entry for Two
    $1.20

Tours and Activities in Jaipur

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

  • From Ranthambore Tiger Safari Private Day Tour: $130
  • Guided Jaipur City Tour With Drop Off at Udaipur: $110
  • Half Day Jaipur Shopping Tour With Local Tour Guide: $35
  • Jaipur Tour by Tuk-Tuk: $10
  • Same Day Taj Mahal Tour from Jaipur by Car: $250
  • Taj Mahal City Tour by car or train from Jaipur: $105
  • 1 Day Jaipur Private Tour: $20
  • 2 D Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Abhaneri Step Well's Tour From Jaipur: $221
  • 2 Day Golden Triangle India Tour (Delhi - Agra - Jaipur): $258
  • 2 Day Golden Triangle Tour to Agra and Delhi From Jaipur: $219
  • 2 Day Heritage Pink City Jaipur Highlight & Sightseeing Tour: $72
  • 2 Day Jaipur Private Tour : $41

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Jaipur $2.72
    Mount Bromo $4.61

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: $32
  • Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $39
  • Pub Crawl Jaipur: $39


When comparing the travel costs between Jaipur and Mount Bromo, we can see that Mount Bromo 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 Jaipur Expensive? and Is Mount Bromo Expensive?.