Which place is cheaper, Hyderabad 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 Hyderabad?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Jaisalmer or Hyderabad? 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 Hyderabad?
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.
Hyderabad
Hyderabad, located in Southern India, is the capital of the state of Telangana. It is a city rich with history and tradition as well as booming in the technology industry, hosting the India headquarters for both Microsoft and Google. In addition to many upscale restaurants and shops, Hyderabad is also home to important historic sites and beautiful landmarks.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to India, The Best Sightseeing Tours in India, The Best Cultural Tours in India, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in India.
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Jaisalmer Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJaisalmer $41Hyderabad $54
The average daily cost (per person) in Jaisalmer is $41, while the average daily cost in Hyderabad is $54. 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 Hyderabad in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJaisalmer $12Hyderabad $18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJaisalmer $24Hyderabad $36
Compare Hotels in Jaisalmer and Hyderabad
Looking for a hotel in Jaisalmer or Hyderabad? 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 Hyderabad Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jaisalmer $10Hyderabad $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jaisalmer
Also for Jaisalmer, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Delhi: $197
- Private transfer from Jaisalmer to Bikaner: $120
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Jaipur: $117
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Ahmedabad: $117
- 2-Night Camel Safari with Meals & Transfers: $96
- Transfer From Jaisalmer To Udaipur Via Ranakpur Jain Temple: $90
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Bikaner: $62
- From Bikaner : Private Transfer To Jaisalmer: $60
- Jaisalmer to Jodhpur Private Transfer with Door to Door AC Car: $56
- From Jaisalmer : Private Transfer To Bikaner: $55
- From Jaisalmer : Transfer To Jodhpur Via Osian Temple: $48
- Private One Way Transfer From Jaisalmer To Jodhpur: $45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hyderabad
Also for Hyderabad, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Pochampally Textile Tour with Private Transfer: $127
- Hyderabad Airport (HYD) to Hyderabad Round-Trip Transfer: $80
- Private Transfer from Rajiv Gandhi (HYD) Airport to Hyderabad: $65
Is it cheaper to fly into Jaisalmer or Hyderabad?
Prices for flights to both Hyderabad 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 $20Hyderabad $26
Typical Food Prices in Jaisalmer
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jaisalmer:
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Dinner$4.15
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: $24
- 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
- Shahi Half Day Sunset Camel ride & Cultural program & dinner: $37
- Jeep Camel Ride, Musical Evening & Traditional Buffet Dinner: $37
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hyderabad
For Hyderabad, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking Demonstration of Ethnic Hyderabadi Cuisine at Private Residence (Dinner): $201
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jaisalmer $11Hyderabad $14
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$3.11
Tours and Activities in Jaisalmer
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jaisalmer.
- 1-Night and 2-Days Thar Desert Safari Tour: $40
- 2 Days Sharing Group Thar Desert Safari Adventure Tour: $8.60
- 2 Days-1 Night Camel Tour: $108
- 2 Nights 3 Days Nomadic Thar Desert Adventure Safari Tour: $105
- 3 Days Private Jaisalmer Tour: $180
- 3 Days Tour in Wild Desert Safari: $69
- 3 days Jaisalmer Private Tour with Desert Safari, Sightseeing and Accommodation: $175
- 4-day Jaisalmer And Jodhpur Combo Tour: $204
- 5 Days Udaipur Jodhpur & Jaisalmer Tour: $266
- Adventure & Campfire Overnight Desert Safari: $32
- Adventure non touristic camel safari: $24
- Agra: Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour w/Fatehpur Sikri: $4.50
Tours and Activities in Hyderabad
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hyderabad.
- 2-Day Tour to Taj Mahal, Agra from Hyderabad with Both Side Commercial Flights: $254
- 4Hr Experiential Tour of Hyderabad's Historic & Cultural Old City: $86
- A Flagship Heritage Cultural Tour of Hyderabad with Ethnic Lunch: $68
- Cult Immersions 1 -Charminar Historical Walking Tour 3 hrs: $40
- Cult Immersions 2 - Charminar & Chowmahallah Palace Private Tour: $70
- Cult Immersions 3 - Golkonda Fort & Qutb Shahi Tombs Tour 4 hrs: $50
- Cult Immersions 5 - Enchanting Hyderabad Full Day Private Tour: $75
- Day Trip to Bidar (Guided Private Experience by Car from Hyderabad): $131
- Day-Tour Highlights Snow world and Birla Science Museum, lunch includ: $298
- Discover Hyderabad With a Local Full Day Guided Private Tour: $101
- Exclusive Private Full-Day Tour of Hyderabad City: $80
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour w/ Elephant Conservation: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJaisalmer $8.01Hyderabad $9.74
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jaisalmer and Hyderabad, we can see that Hyderabad 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 Hyderabad would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hyderabad 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 Hyderabad Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jaisalmer or Hyderabad?
Hyderabad has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Jaisalmer. When comparing the sizes of Jaisalmer and Hyderabad, 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.