Which place is cheaper, Ouarzazate or Jaipur?
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 Jaipur or Ouarzazate?
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 Ouarzazate 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 Ouarzazate?
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.
Ouarzazate
Morocco can be quite an energetic country, but if you're looking for more of a quiet getaway, consider Ouarzazate. Small by Moroccan standards, this town is built up mostly around a main street – the Avenue Mohammad V. Ouarzazate. The name "Ouarzazate" comes from the Berber language meaning "without noise" or "without confusion." It was once a crossroad for a African traders traveling to northern cities in Morocco and Europe. Today, Ouarzazate is the largest town in the Moroccan Sahara, and its central location serves as a good home base touring the rest of Morocco.
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 Family-Friendly Tours to Morocco, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJaipur $20Ouarzazate $59
The average daily cost (per person) in Jaipur is $20, while the average daily cost in Ouarzazate is $59. 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 Ouarzazate in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJaipur $10Ouarzazate $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJaipur $20Ouarzazate $46
Compare Hotels in Jaipur and Ouarzazate
Looking for a hotel in Jaipur or Ouarzazate? 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 Ouarzazate Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jaipur $1.29Ouarzazate $3.68
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jaipur
Also for Jaipur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 1 Day: Ranthambore Safari From Jaipur With Transfer To Agra: $227
- 2-Day Jaipur City Tour visit Amber Fort, City Palace with Transfers: $164
- Affordable transfer from Jaipur to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri: $33
- Budget Transfer from Jaipur to Udaipur with Chittorgarh visit: $100
- Exclusive Safari at Jhalana Leopard Park Including Transfers: $162
- Exploring the Colorful Markets: Shopping tour of Jaipur with Transfers: $107
- From Delhi: Private Taj Mahal & Agra Day Trip with Transfer: $9.60
- From Jaipur : Private Transfer To Agra: $45
- From Jaipur : Private Transfer To Pushkar: $27
- From Jaipur : Private Transfer To Udaipur: $90
- From Jaipur Private Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Day tour with Transfers: $86
- From Jaipur Same Day Taj Mahal Tour With Transfer To Delhi: $81
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ouarzazate
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Ouarzazate are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$2.17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ouarzazate
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ouarzazate:
- Private Transfert Between Marrakech & Ouarzazate: $187
- "Ouarzazate to Marrakech: Your Comfortable Private Transfer": $119
- Private transfer from Ouarzazate to Ait Ben Haddou (round Trip): $80
- Ouarzazate Airport: Private Transfer: $46
- Private Ouarzazate Airport Transfer: $30
- Ouarzazate Airport Transfer: $29
Is it cheaper to fly into Jaipur or Ouarzazate?
Prices for flights to both Ouarzazate 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 dayJaipur $7.71Ouarzazate $30
Typical Food Prices in Jaipur
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jaipur:
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Dinner$5.83
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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: $4.05
- Culture walking and food tour with guide in Jaipur.: $9.92
- Feast on the Streets: Best Jaipur Food Tour: $14
- Jaipur Home Cooking Experience with Authentic Lunch/Dinner: $14
- Best Food Tour in Jaipur: $15
- Jaipur Half-Day Evening Tour with Sunset and Dinner: $15
- Amber Fort Light & Sound Show with Dinner: $17
- Cooking Class and Cultural Evening with Locals: $17
- Cooking class demo with dinner: $18
- Jaipur Pink City Cooking Class: $20
- Vegetarian Hands on Cooking Class with Local Family in Jaipur: $20
- Food Tour and Eat like Locals: $20
Typical Food Prices in Ouarzazate
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ouarzazate:
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Dinner for Two$12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ouarzazate
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ouarzazate.
- Private Berber Cooking Class at Fint Oasis with Lunch: $59
- Private Moroccan Cooking Classes in Ouarzazate: $61
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jaipur $3.38Ouarzazate $11
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.
- Private Half-Day Instagram Tour with Guide: $1.80
- Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour by Tuk Tuk: $2.00
- Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar & City Palace Guided Tour: $2.24
- Amber Fort Full or Half-Day Guided Tour by Car: $2.40
- Amber Fort, Stepwell & Blind Love Temple Guided Tour: $2.40
- Private Full-Day Sightseeing Tour by Tuk-Tuk: $2.40
- Private Guided Half Day Tour in Jaipur: $2.54
- Jaipur City Sightseeing Private Tour (Half/Full Day Option): $2.70
- Private Full Day Jaipur City Tour with Pick-Up &Drop: $2.82
- Private City Tour with Car, Guide, Tickets & Lunch: $2.85
- Private Tour by Tuk-Tuk for Sightseeing in Jaipur: $3.20
- From Private Taj Mahal Sunrise & Agra Fort Tour: $3.30
Tours and Activities in Ouarzazate
Here are a few actual costs in Ouarzazate for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Hour Horse Riding Adventure in Ait Ben Haddou: $26
- 3 Days Group Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert: $117
- 3-Day Desert Adventure: Ouarzazate to Merzouga: $151
- 3-Day Sahara Desert Adventure From Ouarzazate to Erg Chegaga: $502
- 7 night 8 day Casablanca morocco tour via merzouga: $2,048
- Ait-Ben-Haddou - City Tour: $23
- Casablanca: 6 Days Tour Blue City, Fes, Desert & Marrakech: $1,195
- Desert Adventure in Skoura: $35
- From 2-Day Erg Lihdoui and Mhamid Desert Tour: $385
- From 3 Days tour though Merzouga & Dades: $410
- From 3-Day Merzouga to Erg Chebbi Tour: $495
- From Todra Gorges and 1000 Casbahs Road Day Tour: $158
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJaipur $2.53Ouarzazate -
Sample the Local Flavors in Jaipur
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Jaipur:
- Jaipur Guided Bar Crawl with Hotel Pickup and Drop-off: $147
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jaipur and Ouarzazate, we can see that Ouarzazate 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 Ouarzazate is in Africa, 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 Ouarzazate would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ouarzazate 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 Ouarzazate Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jaipur or Ouarzazate?
Jaipur has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Ouarzazate. When comparing the sizes of Jaipur and Ouarzazate, 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.