Which place is cheaper, Da Nang or Jaisalmer?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Jaisalmer or Da Nang?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Jaisalmer or Da Nang? 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 Da Nang?
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.
Da Nang
Halfway between Ho Chi Minh City in the south and Hanoi in the North is the easy-going beach city of Da Nang (or Danang, for some). The third most populated city in Vietnam, Da Nang draws in crowds with its beautiful and calm beaches as well as its history as a French colonial port.
With beaches, mountains, and cityscape, there's bound to be a point of interest for all travelers. Da Nang is also a transit hub to get to the four Vietnamese UNESCO World heritage sites: Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park, Hue, Hoi An, and My Son.
Da Nang experiences wet season from September through March and dry season from April through August with average temperatures of around 80℉.
Da Nang is also known to have some of the friendliest locals, probably due to the peace and quiet and lack of heavy traffic, even in the city.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to India, The Best Sightseeing Tours in India, The Best Adventure Tours to Vietnam, and The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJaisalmer $37Da Nang $46
The average daily cost (per person) in Jaisalmer is $37, while the average daily cost in Da Nang is $46. 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 Da Nang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJaisalmer $13Da Nang $19
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJaisalmer $26Da Nang $38
Compare Hotels in Jaisalmer and Da Nang
Looking for a hotel in Jaisalmer or Da Nang? 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 Da Nang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jaisalmer $12Da Nang $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jaisalmer
Also for Jaisalmer, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer Airport To Jaisalmer Hotel: $10
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer Hotel To Jaisalmer Airport: $10
- One Way Transfer Service From Jaisalmer Airport To Hotel: $12
- One Way Transfer Service From Jaisalmer Hotel To Airport: $12
- Private One Way Transfer From Jaisalmer Airport To Jaisalmer Hotel: $12
- From Jaisalmer : Private Transfer To Sam / Khuri Sand Dunes: $18
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Khuri Sand Dunes: $19
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Sam Sand Dunes: $19
- Pokhran Airport transfer: $28
- Private Transfer from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur: $37
- One Way Transfer From Jaisalmer To Jodhpur: $42
- From Jaisalmer : Transfer To Jodhpur Via Osian Temple: $43
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Da Nang
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Da Nang:
- Charter Limousine DCar RoundTrip Transfer Da Nang Hoi An Hue : $219
- Private Transfer from Da Nang (DAD) Airport to Dong Hoi: $187
- Da Nang to Quy Nhon Private Transfer with Professional Driver: $164
- Da Nang or Hoi An Golf Courses Transfer by Limousine VIP 9: $158
- Da Nang Airport To Hue Private Transfer: $126
- Golden Bridge with guide, lunch, ticket & transfer From Da Nang: $120
- Private Roundtrip Transfer to GOLDEN BRIDGE BA NA HILLS & MARBLE MOUNTAIN : $115
- Da Nang to Phong Nha Private Transfer with Sightseeing Stops: $115
- Private Car Transfer to Visit Golden Bridge Ba Na Hills & My Son Holyland : $113
- Private Transfer from Da Nang (DAD) Airport to Quang Ngai: $113
- Hue Transfer to Hoi An Via Hai Van Pass -Sightseeing Private: $110
- Private Car Transfer to Visit Ba Na Hills - Golden Bridge and Marble Mountain: $108
Is it cheaper to fly into Jaisalmer or Da Nang?
Prices for flights to both Da Nang 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 $13Da Nang $16
Typical Food Prices in Jaisalmer
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jaisalmer:
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Dinner$4.78
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jaisalmer
For Jaisalmer, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Half Day SunSet Tour with Dinner: $26
- Jaisalmer Heritage Cultural Walking & Street Food Tour: $28
- Half Day Camel Safari Sunset with Dinner Tour (Non Touristic): $30
- Pleasant Sunset Safari With Dinner On Dunes (From 2:00 PM to Approx. 10:00 PM): $33
- Peaceful Non -Touristic Sunset Camel Safari With Dinner : $35
- Sunset Safari With Dinner: $37
- Half Day Desert Safari with Camel ride & dinner: $42
- Sun Set Safari with Dinner: $45
- 4×4 Jeep Safari And Camel Safari With Dinner On Sand dunes: $48
- Away from the Crowd Dinner on dunes/ In Non Touristic Desert: $55
- DiNnER iN HeVeN /aT Golden Desert of Jaisalmer: $55
- DiNnER !N G0LdEN DE$ERT 0F jASeLMeR: $55
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Da Nang
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Da Nang.
- Dragon bridge show and Da Nang local food tour: $4.10
- Happy Cooking Class in Danang : $26
- Experience Vegan/Vegetarian Cooking Class in Da Nang : $27
- Cooking Class and tasting Pho with Local Girl: $29
- Eco Cooking Class and Basket boat tour from Da Nang city: $29
- Vegetarian Home Cooking Class Da Nang: $29
- Da Nang Home Cooking Class: $29
- Da Nang Street Walking Food Tour : $29
- Da Nang Vegetarian Cooking Class: $29
- Basket Boat Riding and Cooking Class from Da Nang City : $29
- Making Lantern & Basket Boat & Happy Cooking Class: $30
- Da Nang Home Cooking Class with Market Tour & Coffee Making: $33
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jaisalmer $12Da Nang $13
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$3.59
Tours and Activities in Jaisalmer
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jaisalmer.
- Temple Tour Of Jaisalmer Rajasthan: $6.14
- Explore Jaisalmer with Professional Tour Guide: $12
- Explore Jaisalmer at Night (2 Hour Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Jaisalmer Walking Tour: A Stroll Through Time and Culture: $12
- Colorful Markets of Jaisalmer (3 Hour Guided Tour): $12
- Heritage & Cultural Trails of Jaisalmer- Guided Walking Tour: $13
- Experience Jaisalmer at Night (2 Hour Guided Walking Tour): $13
- Vibrant Markets of Jaisalmer (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
- Golden City Photography Guided Tour to Capture City Hues: $13
- Heritage & Cultural Trails of Jaisalmer Guided Walking Tour: $13
- Jaisalmer Heritage Trails (2 Hour Guided Walking Tour): $14
- Explore Jaisalmer in Nightlights -2 Hour Guided Walking Tour: $14
Tours and Activities in Da Nang
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Da Nang are as follows:
- Ba Na Hills - Golden Bridge & My Son Sanctuary : Private Tour: $154
- DA NANG CITY SUNSET - Private Guided Tour : $92
- Full Day Hue City Tour from Danang : $55
- GOLDEN BRIDGE BA NA HILLS & MARBLE MOUNTAIN -Private Guided Tour: $148
- Golden Bridge Ba Na Hill-Early start to Avoid Crowds-PrivateTour: $138
- Golden Bridge- Early Departure & Marble Mountains- Private Tour: $133
- HOI AN COUNTRYSIDE & MARBLE MOUNTAIN Private Tour from Hoi An or Da Nang city: $82
- HOI AN COUNTRYSIDE EXPERIENCE LIFE TOUR to Understand about Hoi An Life: $75
- HUE CITY 1 DAY GUIDED TOURS from DA NANG CITY : $60
- Hoi An Countryside Tour with 3 Villages & Hoi An City Tour: $128
- Hoi An Walking Tour, Lantern Making Class & Basket Boat Ride to Coconut Jungle: $85
- HoiAn Walking Tour with RiverBoat-Night Market-Colourful Lantern: $77
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJaisalmer $9.23Da Nang $9.39
Sample the Local Flavors in Da Nang
Also in Da Nang, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Son Tra Private Tour Rice Wine Distillery & Fishing Sauce Filtery: $75
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jaisalmer and Da Nang, we can see that Da Nang is more expensive. And not only is Jaisalmer much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Da Nang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Da Nang 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 Da Nang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jaisalmer or Da Nang?
Da Nang has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Jaisalmer. When comparing the sizes of Jaisalmer and Da Nang, 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.