Which place is cheaper, Agadir or Jaisalmer?
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 Jaisalmer or Agadir?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Jaisalmer or Agadir? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Jaisalmer or Agadir?
Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer is located in western part of the Rajasthan state of India. The city is known as the "Golden City" for its Sonar Qila, or 'Golden Fort'. This fort is different than other forts in India in that it is a living fort, meaning that it contains many hotels, homes, and shops for locals and visitors. The city is very close to the Thar Desert, to which excursions can be made.
Agadir
Agadir is a city with a long and tragic past. In 1960 the city suffered from an earthquake, destroying the city including the ancient Kasbah. Approximately 15,000 people were killed, 12,000 were injured and around 35,000 people were left homeless. They began rebuilding the city center on a grid system, making it easy for today's visitors to navigate and get around this city. The new city is full of boulevards with cafes and a mix of 1960s and classic Moroccan architecture. Today, the city is still growing and welcomes European vacationers to its resort destinations. Visitors appreciate the clean beaches, outstanding golf courses and luxurious health and beauty spas.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to India, The Best Sightseeing Tours in India, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco, and The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJaisalmer $41Agadir $70
The average daily cost (per person) in Jaisalmer is $41, while the average daily cost in Agadir is $70. 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 Jaisalmer and Agadir in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJaisalmer $12Agadir $42
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJaisalmer $24Agadir $84
Compare Hotels in Jaisalmer and Agadir
Looking for a hotel in Jaisalmer or Agadir? 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: Jaisalmer Hotel Prices and Agadir Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jaisalmer $11Agadir $4.28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jaisalmer
Also for Jaisalmer, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Jaisalmer Airport Private Arrival Transfers: $8.17
- One Way Transfer Service From Jaisalmer Airport To Hotel: $11
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Khuri Sand Dunes: $19
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Sam Sand Dunes: $19
- Jaiselmer to Bikaner drop Private Transfers Car service: $27
- Private Jaiselmer Hotels to Jodhpur Drop – (To/From Transfers): $33
- One Way Jaisalmer To Jodhpur Transfer: $39
- One Way Transfer From Jaisalmer To Jodhpur: $42
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Jodhpur Via Osian Temple: $45
- From Jaisalmer : Transfer To Jodhpur Via Osian Temple: $48
- From Jaisalmer : Private Transfer To Bikaner: $55
- Jaisalmer to Jodhpur Private Transfer with Door to Door AC Car: $58
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Agadir
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Agadir:
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CTM bus from Eassaouira to Agadir$13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agadir
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Agadir:
- From 2-Day El Borj Desert Tour with Transfer & Meals: $469
- Transfer Agadir to Casablanca: $297
- Agadir private transfer from Agadir airport (AGA) to Imlil: $283
- Agadir Al Massira Airport (AGA) to Marrakesh-Roundtrip Transfer: $272
- Transfer Agadir to El Jadida: $258
- Agadir private transfer from Agadir airport (AGA) to Asni: $242
- Private Bus Transfer Between Agadir And Marrakech: $240
- Transfer Agadir to Safi: $226
- Private transfer Marrakech Taroudant.: $205
- Agadir private transfer from Agadir airport (AGA) to Marrakech: $171
- Private transfer Agadir (AGA) city from or to Marrakech (RAK) city one way: $171
- Private Transfer Airport Agadir in Hotel to Essaouira 1/3 people: $139
Is it cheaper to fly into Jaisalmer or Agadir?
Prices for flights to both Agadir and Jaisalmer 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 dayJaisalmer $20Agadir $23
Typical Food Prices in Jaisalmer
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jaisalmer:
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Dinner$4.21
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jaisalmer
For Jaisalmer, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- off beat Desert safari with sunset and dinner: $10
- Jaisalmer Food Tour: Taste the Flavors of the Golden City!: $13
- Authentic Desert Farm Visit and Cooking Class: $25
- Jodhpur Camel & Jeep Safari with Sunset, Folk Dance, Dinner: $25
- Dinner on the Dunes & Camel Safari: $25
- Jaisalmer Heritage & Cultural Walking & Street Food Tour: $25
- Camel Trails Sunset Safari with Dinner: $32
- Pleasant Sunset Safari With Dinner On Dunes (From 2:00 PM to Approx. 10:00 PM): $35
- Sunset Safari With Dinner: $37
- Cooking Class with Local Family & Rooftop Meal: $37
- Jeep Camel Ride, Musical Evening & Traditional Buffet Dinner: $37
- Blissful Half-Day Sunset Camel Safari, Musical Eve & Dinner: $38
Typical Food Prices in Agadir
Some typical examples of dining costs in Agadir are as follows:
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Dinner$23
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Dinner$7.64
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agadir
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Agadir.
- Moroccan Cooking Class with Local Family: $6.83
- Agadir Sandboarding & Sunset Camel Ride with Dinner Show: $9.08
- Full-Day Paradise Valley and Sandboarding & BBQ Dinner Experience: $13
- Agadir Sunset Sandboarding & Moroccan BBQ Dinner Tour: $15
- Sunset Sandboarding & Dinner in Agadir & Taghazout: $17
- Agadir Dunes Tour: Camel Ride, Sandboarding & Dinner: $17
- Agadir Guided Sandboarding And Sunset BBQ Dinner: $19
- Flamingo River Camel Ride with Optional BBQ Dinner: $21
- Agadir Camel Ride Flamingo River & BBQ Dinner: $21
- Camel Ride With Tea & BBQ Dinner Option: $22
- Camel Ride Experience With Dinner Option: $23
- Paradise Valley tour with Sandboarding and BBQ Dinner from Agadir: $29
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jaisalmer $11Agadir $3.27
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jaisalmer
For Jaisalmer, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Sam Sand Dunes for Two$3.16
Tours and Activities in Jaisalmer
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jaisalmer.
- City Sightseeing with Experienced Guide: $2.96
- Guided City Tour with Desert Safari: $4.23
- Billions of Stars Experience with Thar Desert & Camel Safari: $5.29
- Temple Tour Of Jaisalmer Rajasthan: $5.45
- Sam Sand Dunes Sunset Tour with Camel Ride: $8.00
- 2 Days Sharing Group Thar Desert Safari Adventure Tour: $8.60
- Jaisalmer Fort Guided Tour with Entry Ticket: $9.52
- Nomadic Non Touristic Overnight Thar Desert & Camel Safari: $9.52
- Colorful Markets of Jaisalmer (3 Hour Guided Tour): $11
- Explore Jaisalmer at Night (2 Hour Guided Walking Tour): $11
- 2-Day Thar Desert Experience: $11
- Cultural & Heritage Trails of Jaisalmer (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $11
Typical Entertainment Prices in Agadir
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Agadir are as follows:
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Show Tickets$2.29
Tours and Activities in Agadir
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Agadir are as follows:
- • Ultimate Agadir Tour: Kasbah, Souk & Cultural Highlights: $18
- 2 - Day Zagora Desert Tour from Agadir: $225
- 2 Days Adventure from Agadir Explore Marrakech: $146
- 2-Day Hiking & Canyoning Adventure in Tafraout: $171
- 2-day tour: El Borj desert, Legzira, and Sidi Ifni from Agadir: $250
- 3 in 1 Agadir Desert Quad Ride Experience Sandboarding and BBQ: $91
- 3-Hour Tour of Agadir from the Airport – Private Tour: $68
- 4 Hours Bike Tour through Taghazout Trails: $46
- 4-Day Desert Tour from Merzouga & Zagora: $1,024
- A Tour to Paradise Valley: $17
- Acrobatic Goats Experience & Crocoparc Tickets: $40
- Adventure in the Valley of Paradise Check-out from Agadir with Guide: $23
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJaisalmer $8.13Agadir -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jaisalmer and Agadir, we can see that Agadir is more expensive. And not only is Jaisalmer much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jaisalmer is in Asia and Agadir 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 Jaisalmer would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jaisalmer 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 Agadir would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Agadir than you might in Jaisalmer.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jaisalmer Expensive? and Is Agadir Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jaisalmer or Agadir?
Agadir has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Jaisalmer. When comparing the sizes of Jaisalmer and Agadir, 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.