Which place is cheaper, Essaouira or Jodhpur?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Jodhpur or Essaouira?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Jodhpur and Essaouira 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: Jodhpur or Essaouira?
Jodhpur
Jodhpur is a city in the Rajasthan state of India. This city is located on the outskirts of the Thar Desert and is known for having sunshine almost every day of the year. Rao Jodha, an ancient Rajput chief, founded the city in 1459 AD. Many of the houses in the city are shades of blue, hence the reason that the city is sometimes referred to as the Blue City.
Essaouira
Essaouira is a beautiful beach town on the Atlantic coast of Morocco. The city has a pleasant medina that has been named a UNESCO World Heritage site and is interesting to explore. It's an 18th century fortified town with a lot of character and charm. The city is rich and culture and you'll find a handful of art galleries throughout the town. The city is also a gathering place for artists and musicians, particularly during the Gnaoua Festival of World Music, which takes place the last week of June. This event attracts about 450,000 visitors yearly.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in India, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJodhpur $35Essaouira $46
The average daily cost (per person) in Jodhpur is $35, while the average daily cost in Essaouira 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 Jodhpur and Essaouira in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJodhpur $14Essaouira $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJodhpur $28Essaouira $52
Compare Hotels in Jodhpur and Essaouira
Looking for a hotel in Jodhpur or Essaouira? 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: Jodhpur Hotel Prices and Essaouira Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jodhpur $6.51Essaouira $1.99
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jodhpur
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jodhpur are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jodhpur
Also for Jodhpur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer - Jodhpur to Udaipur via Ranakpur: $201
- Private 3-Day City Tour of Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada with Transfer: $194
- Private Transfer From Jodhpur To Delhi Via Pushkar: $149
- One-Way Transfer from Jodhpur to Jaipur via Pushkar With Lunch: $127
- Private Transfer from Jodhpur to Udaipur with Ranakpur Jain Temple: $126
- From Jaisalmer : Private One Way Jodhpur Transfer in AC Car: $120
- Royal Jodhpur - A Heritage Walking Tour with private transfers: $114
- Private Transfer From JodhpurTo Ahmedabad: $107
- jodhpur to ranthambore one Way Transfer: $106
- From Jodhpur : Transfer To Ranthmbore: $100
- Private Transfers Jodhpur To Bikaner Drop: $92
- Privaet Transfer From Jodhpur To Bikaner Via Deshnok: $83
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Essaouira
Also for Essaouira, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfert Essaouira to Casablanca/Pivarte Casablanc to Essaouira : $241
- Transfer from Essaouira to your Riad or Hotel in Marrakech: $165
- Transfer from Essaouira to Marrakech city or Marrakech airport: $94
- Transfer from Essaouira to Marrakech city or Marrakech airport: $94
- Private transfer Marrakech to Essaouira or Essaouira toMarrakech : $103
- Private Transfer from Essaouira to Marrakesh Menara (RAK) Airport: $128
- Private Transfer Essaouira - Rabat: $263
- Marrakech : Private Transfer from or to Marrakech Airoport: $22
- From Scenic Diabat Horseback Ride with Transfer: $48
- From Private Transfer to Taghazout or Agadir: $151
- From Private Transfer to Marrakech: $124
- From Private Transfer to Casablanca: $323
Is it cheaper to fly into Jodhpur or Essaouira?
Prices for flights to both Essaouira and Jodhpur 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 dayJodhpur $13Essaouira $14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jodhpur
For Jodhpur, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- chai and pakora cooking class: $6.15
- Half Day Osian Village Safari Tour with Dinner: $11
- Experience Jodhpur Food Tour With Pick Up & Drop Off: $15
- Private Cooking Class in Jodhpur With Pick Up & Drop Off: $19
- Experience Indian Food Cooking Session At Local Family: $20
- Private Guided Cooking Workshop Experience in Jodhphur: $22
- Private Cooking Class In Jodhpur With Family: $22
- Waking Food Tour In Jodhpur: $24
- Taste of Jodhpur (2 Hour Guided Street Food Tour Experience): $24
- street food tour with over 8 food tastings: $24
- Jodhpur Private Cooking Class With Family: $25
- The Real Jodhpur Camel Safari In Desert Wita Marwadi Dinner: $34
Typical Food Prices in Essaouira
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Essaouira:
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Baklava$1.40
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Breakfast Crepes$0.50
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Fish for Lunch$15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Essaouira
For Essaouira, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traditional Moroccan Cooking Class: $39
- L'Atelier Madada Moroccan Cooking Workshop in Essaouira: $55
- Essaouira Cooking Class: $66
- Traditional Family Style Moroccan Cooking Class: $67
- 3 hours Camel Ride in Essaouira with Dinner and Overnight in Berber Camp: $171
- 3 Hours Horse Riding with Dinner and Overnight Berber Camp: $173
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jodhpur $12Essaouira $12
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jodhpur
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Jodhpur's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Fort Entrance for Two$5.98
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Astrology Reading$4.19
Tours and Activities in Jodhpur
For Jodhpur, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Days Jodhpur City Tour With Camel & Village Tour: $78
- 2 Days Jodhpur Private Tour With Camel Ride And Village Tour: $90
- 2 Days Jodhpur Private Tour With Camel Ride And Village Tour: $72
- 2 Days Safari Tour in Jawai and Jodphur: $200
- 2 Days Tour in Jodhpur, Heritage City: $83
- 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour in Jodhpur: $10
- 3 Days Jodhpur City Tour With Village Tour & Desert Tour: $98
- 3 Days Jodhpur Private Tour: $216
- 3 Days Private Jodhpur City Tour With Village Tour & Desert Safari: $154
- 3-Day Jaisalmer Tour From Jodhpur: $270
- 4 - Days Jaisalmer And Jodhpur Combo Tour: $222
- 6 Night 7 Days Udaipur Jodhpur and Jaisalmer Tour By Car: $336
Tours and Activities in Essaouira
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Essaouira.
- Big Cap Sim dunes and forest 3 hours tour.: $70
- 2 Hour Quad & ATV Experience: $58
- Big dunes and atlantic coast tour 2 HOURS: $57
- Essaouira : 1H quad bike tour and 1H camel ride: $57
- Essaouira : Half-day E-Experience from Mountains to Sea: $129
- Essaouira Guided Tour: 3 on 1 - Nightlife tour, Live like a local & Street food: $66
- Essaouira Sand Dunes: Half Day Quad Bike Tour: $66
- 3-Hour Camel Tour: $40
- 3-Hour Quad Bike Tour: $87
- Area Highlights 3 hours E-Bike Tour: $61
- Atlantic Dune Buggy Adventure: $155
- Cultural & Historical Sightseeing Tour - half day: $41
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJodhpur $10Essaouira $9.16
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jodhpur and Essaouira, we can see that Essaouira is more expensive. And not only is Jodhpur much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jodhpur is in Asia and Essaouira 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 Jodhpur would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jodhpur 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 Essaouira would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Essaouira than you might in Jodhpur.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jodhpur Expensive? and Is Essaouira Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jodhpur or Essaouira?
Jodhpur has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Essaouira. When comparing the sizes of Jodhpur and Essaouira, 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.