A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Jerusalem vs. Uttar Pradesh for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Jerusalem or Uttar Pradesh?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Jerusalem or Uttar Pradesh, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Jerusalem or Uttar Pradesh?

Jerusalem

Jerusalem is the capital city of Israel, as well as one of the most historically rich cities in the world. It is also the largest city in the country. While Tel Aviv holds many of the responsibilities of a capital city, officially, Jerusalem is still considered the capital. It is important to note that most countries have their embassies in Tel Aviv, not in Jerusalem.

Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh is a state in the northern plains region of India. The vast region has an ancient and interesting history which has even been said to have inspired two great epics of India, the Ramayana and Mahabharata. It is most famous for the Taj Mahal, located in Agra - the tourist capital of the region.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Israel, The Best Budget Tours to Israel, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, and The Best Adventure Tours to India.


Which place is cheaper, Uttar Pradesh or Jerusalem?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Jerusalem is $107, while the average daily cost in Uttar Pradesh is $0.00. 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 Jerusalem and Uttar Pradesh in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Jerusalem $63
    Uttar Pradesh -
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Jerusalem $126
    Uttar Pradesh $0.00
Compare Hotels in Jerusalem and Uttar Pradesh

Looking for a hotel in Jerusalem or Uttar Pradesh? 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 Jerusalem


Hotels in Uttar Pradesh


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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: Jerusalem Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Jerusalem $6.64
    Uttar Pradesh -
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jerusalem

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jerusalem are as follows:


  • Local Bus
    $3.13
  • Light Rail Jerusalem
    $9.68

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jerusalem

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Jerusalem:

  • Private Transfer From Ben Gurion Airport To Haifa Hotels : $300
  • Jerusalem Private Transfer To Allaenby Bridge: $105
  • Jerusalem Private Transfer To Amman: $195
  • Jerusalem Private Transfer To Petra: $290
  • Jerusalem to Allenby Bridge Private Transfer: $150
  • Jerusalem to Allenby Bridge Private Transfer: $130
  • Jerusalem to Ben Gurion Airport Private Transfer: $150
  • Private Airport Transfers to/from Hotel: $148
  • Private Intercity Transfer - from your Jerusalem hotel to your Tel Aviv hotel: $90
  • Private Jerusalem Departure Transfer - Hotel/Accommodation to Tel Aviv Airport: $48
  • Private Transfer from Dead Sea Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $160
  • Private Transfer from Jerusalem to Tel Aviv: $247

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Uttar Pradesh

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Uttar Pradesh:

  • Private Transfer from Agra railway station to Hotel In Agra: $5.50
  • Round Trip Transfers Between Agra Hotels & Agra Airport AGR: $6.14
  • Private Transfer Varanasi Airport (VNS) To Varanasi Hotels Drop: $12
  • Round Trip Transfers to Wildlife SOS Elephant Conservation, Agra: $15
  • Varanasi Airport to hotel private transfer: $18
  • Private Transfer from Agra airport to Hotel and vice versa: $22
  • Mathura to Delhi private transfer: $28
  • Vrindavan to Delhi private transfer: $28
  • Affordable transfer from Agra to Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri: $33
  • Transfer from Agra to Tundla railway station and vice versa: $34
  • Delhi Private Arrival Transfer From New Delhi Airport To Hotel In Delhi: $34
  • Private Transfer Agra To Indira Gandhi International Airport Drop: $37

Is it cheaper to fly into Jerusalem or Uttar Pradesh?

Prices for flights to both Uttar Pradesh and Jerusalem 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
    Jerusalem $31
    Uttar Pradesh -
Typical Food Prices in Jerusalem

Some typical examples of dining costs in Jerusalem are as follows:


  • Orange Juice
    $2.65
  • Watermelon
    $3.98
  • Lunch
    $12
  • Food at Market
    $15
  • Juice
    $2.65
  • Bagels
    $7.96
  • Lunch for 2
    $14
  • Snacks
    $5.57

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jerusalem

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Jerusalem.

  • Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant from Dead Sea: $96
  • Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Dead Sea: $115
  • The Best Food Tour in Jerusalem-Perfect for Viral Travel Content: $117
  • Christmas Eve in Israel: Jerusalem Sightseeing Tour with Dinner and Midnight Mass Viewing in Bethlehem: $125
  • Experience Shabbat With Dinner In Jerusalem: $170

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Uttar Pradesh

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Uttar Pradesh.

  • Tests of Best Varanasi Local Food Tour With Tourist Guide: $18
  • Agra Heritage Walk with Food Tour: $20
  • Local Food Tour with Cooking Class in Home Agra Including Lunch or Dinner: $20
  • Indian Home Visit Cooking Demo: $25
  • Agra's best cooking classes: $31
  • Private Indian Cooking Demonstration and In-Home Meal Minutes from the Taj Mahal: $33
  • Seth Gali Bazaar Walk with Lavish on table barbecue dinner: $38
  • A Vegetarian Cooking Demonstration in Agra (Lunch or Dinner): $40
  • Dinner at Agra with local Indian family : $40
  • From Varanasi: Street food tour with Evening Ganga Aarti: $42
  • Agra Food Tour - A walking buffet: $43
  • Private Vegetarian Indian Cooking Class in Agra : $43

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Jerusalem $8.43
    Uttar Pradesh -
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jerusalem

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Jerusalem are as follows:


  • Cooking Classes for 2
    $33

Tours and Activities in Jerusalem

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Jerusalem are as follows:

  • 360 Virtual Tour of Ancient Jerusalem: $6.00
  • In The Footsteps of Jesus Day Tour - Dguide Self Guiding App: $7.00
  • Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
  • Skip the Line:1.5Hour AudioTour - Yad Vashem Holocaust Remembrance Center Ticket: $11
  • Bethlehem Christian Guided Tour: $20
  • Independent graffiti tour in Jerusalem at your own time and pace: $22
  • Self-Guided Tour at Machne Yehuda Market with Chef Tali Fridman: $25
  • Old City Shabbat Experience and Walking Tour: $28
  • Guided Walking Tour of the Old City: $30
  • Bethlehem Half Day Guided Group Tour : $30
  • Guided Shabbat Experience in Jerusalem: $30
  • Old City Highlights Tour: $39

Tours and Activities in Uttar Pradesh

Here are a few actual costs in Uttar Pradesh for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Agra: skip-the-line Sunrise Taj Mahal with Mausoleum Tour: $1.19
  • Taj Mahal Skip the Line Private Tour: $5.00
  • Skip The Line Taj Mahal & Agra Tour by AC Car From Agra: $5.00
  • Private Half Day Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour from Agra: $5.00
  • Skip-The-Line Taj Mahal Private Guided Tour : $5.00
  • Taj Mahal Audio Tour Experience: $5.00
  • 05-Hours Taj Mahal & Agra Day Tour by TUK TUK: $5.00
  • Skip-The-Line Taj Mahal Sunrise Private Tour with Special Add-ons: $6.00
  • Audio Guided Walking Tour of Banaras Ghats, Varanasi: $6.12
  • Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah Skip-the-Line E-tickets & guide: $6.14
  • Full Day Agra Tuk Tuk Tour with Taj Mahal and Agra Fort: $6.14
  • Agra Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $6.72

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Jerusalem $16
    Uttar Pradesh -
Typical Alcohol Prices in Jerusalem

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Jerusalem are as follows:


  • Beer
    $4.77

Sample the Local Flavors in Uttar Pradesh

Also in Uttar Pradesh, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Pub Crawl Lucknow: $39


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jerusalem and Uttar Pradesh, we can see that Jerusalem is more expensive. And not only is Uttar Pradesh much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jerusalem is in Middle East and Uttar Pradesh is in Asia, 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 Uttar Pradesh would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Uttar Pradesh 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 Jerusalem would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Jerusalem than you might in Uttar Pradesh.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jerusalem Expensive? and Is Uttar Pradesh Expensive?.


Which has a larger population, Jerusalem or Uttar Pradesh?

Uttar Pradesh has a larger population, and is about 230 times larger than the population of Jerusalem. When comparing the sizes of Jerusalem and Uttar Pradesh, 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.